Past Issues – Page 17

Tasting Tour

Tasting tour

If you’re looking for some adults-only fun that trumps going out to dinner (again), a wine tasting is a great way to get out and try something new. Explore all kinds of flavors, learn about New Hampshire’s unique wine culture and find your perfect pour.

Also on the cover, Chris Viaud of Milford talks about his experience competing in Top Chef, p 24. IPAs may be trendy, but with good reason, p. 28. And Kelly MacFarland brings the laughs to Chunky’s, p. 34.

Frayed social circles

Walking and talking is the new coffee date. I’m glad; I relish any opportunity to combine fresh air, movement and ...

News & Notes 21/03/25

A graphic the shape of the state of New Hampshire, filled in with the New Hampshire flag made up of the crest of New Hampshire on a blue field.

Covid-19 updateAs of March 15As of March 22Total cases statewide78,81380,750Total current infections statewide2,0642,334Total deaths statewide1,1991,217New cases1,753 (March 9 to March ...

Close to home

Transitional housing in Nashua gives families a fresh start Family Promise of Southern New Hampshire has opened a new transitional ...

Coach B goes nuts

Photo of assorted sports equipment for football, soccer, tennis, golf, baseball, and basketball

For card-carrying members of Patriot Nation, with Bill Belichick going away from type to blow up the first week of ...

Quality of Life 21/03/25

Vaccine prompts school cancellations and chaos After a regional vaccine clinic for teachers was held at the Steeplegate Mall in ...

Tasting tour

Take a mini day trip and discover new flavors at New Hampshire wineries Whether you know (or think you know) ...

Old school, new school

Sarah McCraw Crow explores women’s movement of the ’70s in debut novel Canterbury author Sarah McCraw Crow weaves a story ...

The Art Roundup 21/03/25

The latest from NH’s theater, arts and literary communities “Peace Conference Assisi,” watercolor by Claudia Michael, NHAA Omer T. Lassonde ...

Get out the pruners

Your fruit trees are ready for a haircut When I was a boy I loved to climb trees. I had ...

Kiddie Pool 21/03/25

Family fun for the weekend Interactive fun Kids are invited to sing, dance and play games during a special livestream ...

Treasure Hunt 21/03/25

This was a necklace that we found in my mother’s jewelry collection. It seems to be a coin in good ...

The Weekly Dish 21/03/25

News from the local food scene • Get ready for Easter: Still wondering about what to do for Easter Sunday ...

Ready, set, cook

Milford’s Chris Viaud to appear on Top Chef Milford chef Chris Viaud will appear as a contestant on Season 18 ...

African and Caribbean flavors

ToKoss Take-Out opens in Manchester When The Stuffed Sub closed last year, owner Chris Munzimi of Afro Paris, the beauty ...

Dan and Sean Gagnon

Dan Gagnon of Manchester, his son Sean, wife Debra and daughter Kimberly McEnerney of Bedford are the family team behind ...

Let’s talk IPAs

So annoyingly popular IPAs are so popular right now I almost try to avoid writing about them, not because I ...

Album Reviews 21/03/25

Jahmed, Armani (Human Re-Sources Records) I’m pretty much at the point where I rarely read other reviews of rap albums ...

Life’s Edge: the Search for What It Means to Be Alive, by Carl Zimmer

Life’s Edge: the Search for What It Means to Be Alive, by Carl Zimmer (Dutton, 336 pages) In his 14th ...

Zack Snyder’s Justice League (R) | Sound of Metal (R)

Zack Snyder’s Justice League (R) Warner Brothers asks for a do-over of their 2017 DC supergroup movie and thus presents ...

Oscar viewing at home

So many nominees, so many streaming platforms Every Oscar season is a little bit weird. Some years, it feels like ...

The Music Roundup 21/03/25

Local music news & events • American stream: Talented multi-instrumentalist and singing duo Green Heron closes out a virtual concert ...

Scrappy success

Kelly MacFarland headlines at Chunky’s For Kelly MacFarland, succeeding as a female comedian isn’t more or less difficult than succeeding ...

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Find your Book Joy

Find your Book Joy

If you’ve lost your love of reading — or never had it in the first place — there are so many reasons why now is the perfect time to pick up a book, whether it’s a paper copy, an ebook or an audiobook. With genres ranging from classics and memoirs to sci-fi and romance, there’s something for everyone.

Also on the cover, enjoy a maple adventure this weekend, p. 20. Try the new Elm House of Pizza in Manchester or Destination India in Derry, p. 24 & 25. And head out for the night for some live music, p. 34.

Leaders bring the weather

In their book Scaling Leadership, Robert Anderson and William Adams note that “Leaders bring the weather.” They further note that ...

News & Notes 21/03/18

Covid-19 updateAs of March 8As of March 15Total cases statewide77,06078,813Total current infections statewide2,0362,064Total deaths statewide1,1841,199New cases1,472 (March 2 to March ...

Back to health

Program provides nursing education, employment Catholic Charities New Hampshire recently announced the launch of Pathways, a career development and advancement ...

Uproar after Cam’s signing

This is going to sound hypocritical, especially coming from me. But everyone is a critic. Even for wildly popular things ...

Quality of Life 21/03/18

More people are making New Hampshire home Based on a 13-percent net gain of new residents, New Hampshire was the ...

Find your Book Love

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How to rediscover classics,find new titles that interest you and have more fun with reading If it’s been years since ...

The Art Roundup 21/03/18

The latest from NH’s theater, arts and literary communities “45,000 Quilt Project” exhibit. Courtesy photo. Peter Josephson in NH Theatre ...

Airport art exhibition via iPhone

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There’s an augmented reality app for that In the early 1990s, Tom McGurrin crafted a brooch from gold and a ...

Starting from seeds

It’s time to get ready! I love starting seedlings indoors when it’s still cold and raw outside. It makes me ...

Kiddie Pool 21/03/18

Family fun for the weekend Photo courtesy of Charmingfare Farm. Maple madness Celebrate Maple Month in New Hampshire at the ...

Treasure Hunt 21/03/18

Dear Donna,My sister came across these glasses at a flea market. We decided to get your input on them. They ...

The Weekly Dish 21/03/18

News from the local food scene • Greek pastries to go: Join Assumption Greek Orthodox Church (111 Island Pond Road, ...

Flavors of India

Destination India opens in Derry Mango Lassi. Photo courtesy of Destination India. A new eatery has brought Indian cuisine to ...

Neighborhood pies

Elm House of Pizza opens in Manchester Back in the 1970s, Elm House of Pizza was a downtown favorite among ...

Jeff LeDuc

Jeff LeDuc of Epping is the owner and founder of the Dawg Shed (find them on Facebook @dawgshed), a food ...

Mister Handsome

I pulled into the parking lot to get my first Covid vaccine. It was a bit science-fictiony/disaster-movie-y. Everything was being ...

Meet Martin Reyes

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The winemaker for Peter Paul Wines Meet Martin Reyes, a Master of Wine and the first American of Mexican descent ...

Album Reviews 21/03/18

Kristian Montgomery and the Winterkill Band, Prince of Poverty (self-released) Catching up with a couple of local-ish releases, things that ...

No One Is Talking About This, by Patricia Lockwood

No One Is Talking About This, by Patricia Lockwood (208 pages, Riverhead) Two-thirds through her first novel, Patricia Lockwood slyly ...

Yes Day (PG) | Cherry (R)

Yes Day (PG) Jennifer Garner stars in Yes Day, a delightful family comedy about wacky hijinks on a day when ...

Have an Oscar movie night

Steven Yeun appears in Minari by Lee Isaac Chung, an official selection of the U.S. Dramatic Competition at the 2020 Sundance Film Festival. Courtesy of Sundance Institute.

Where to see the 2021 nominees We finally have the Oscar nominees for 2020 films. Announced March 15, it’s a ...

The Music Roundup 21/03/18

Local music news & events • Character: Rhode Island based singer-songwriter Tequila Jim has a John Mellencamp vibe going on ...

A new twist

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Take3 on a mission to the mainstream Classical music is rigorous and demanding, its top purveyors virtuosic — but it’s ...

At the Sofaplex 21/03/18

Coming 2 America (R) Eddie Murphy, Arsenio Hall. Murphy’s 1988 comedy gets a sequel that feels like, essentially, one of ...

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Summer Camp!

Summer Camp!
Get excited about summer camp! Most of the usual summer camps will be back in business, in person, this year. Find the perfect camp for your kid — there are options for blooming artists, sports fans, music lovers, nature enthusiasts and more.

Also on the cover, A new space for community art classes has opened on Hanover Street in Manchester, p. 22. The new Hotbox eatery in Manchester will be serving up Latin soul and street foods, p. 30. And beer columnist Jeff Mucciarone shares a few random beer selections for the random month of March, p. 34.

The Reference Room

Most folks probably scanned past the news item that recently reported the imminent closure of the 450-year-old “Lamb and Flag” ...

News & Notes 21/03/11

Covid-19 updateAs of March 1As of March 1Total cases statewide75,58875,588Total current infections statewide2,3632,363Total deaths statewide1,1701,170New cases1,923 (Feb. 23 to March ...

Best seller

Toadstool Bookshops named Retailer of the Year The New Hampshire Retail Association’s New Hampshire Retailer of the Year award recognizes ...

Pats remodeling begins

At this time last year I said the Patriots were entering an 18-month remodeling period to be up and ready ...

Quality of Life 21/03/11

Work and learn Anyone interested in joining the health care field now has the chance to work while earning a ...

Summer camp!

Get excited about Summer Camp! Your guide to day camps and their plans for this summer Summer camps are back ...

Drawn in

New community art classes come to Manchester Manchester has welcomed a new creative space to its growing art scene on ...

The Art Roundup 21/03/11

The latest from NH’s theater, arts and literary communities Jane Oneail will discuss the works of Frank Lloyd Wright and ...

Dream Big

Make a wish list of trees you want I was recently thumbing through my first book, Notes from the Garden, ...

Kiddie Pool 21/03/11

Family fun for the weekend Photo courtesy of the NH Audubon Society. Enjoy the (likely fleeting) warm weather New Hampshire’s ...

Treasure Hunt 21/03/11

Dear Donna, This is a set of placecard holders. At least that’s what they look like to me. Curious about ...

The Weekly Dish 21/03/11

News from the local food scene • Green cuisine: If you’re still wondering where to get your plate of corned ...

West Side comfort

Jerk chicken plate with white rice and marinated onions.

Hotbox to open soon in Manchester Chicken teriyaki wrap. Courtesy photo. Like many Granite Staters at the onset of the ...

Soup it up

Order now for outdoor SouperFest Roasted Red Pepper & Butternut Squash Bisque from O Steaks & Seafood, Hungarian Mushroom Ale ...

Bryan Leary

Bryan Leary has been the executive chef of the Oak & Grain Restaurant (Inn at Pleasant Lake, 853 Pleasant St., ...

Three random beers

March is unpredictable; so are these selections Nobody knows what the month of March is going to throw at us ...

Album Reviews 21/03/11

Decouplr, Digital Bonfire (self-released) Debut LP from this boy-girl electronic music duo, who, I’m advised, have been duking it out ...

Books Notes 03/11/21

BOOK NOTESIt seems strange for a book to come out first in paperback, but that’s the format for the new ...

Raya and the Last Dragon (PG)

Raya and the Last Dragon (PG) Awkwafina voices a dragon and Kelly Marie Tran voices a warrior in Raya and ...

At the Sofaplex 21/03/11

The SpongeBob Movie: Sponge on the Run (PG) Voices of Tom Kenny, Bill Fagerbakke. SpongeBob and Patrick — and then ...

The Music Roundup 21/03/11

• Mainstay: As his band Truffle marks 35 years together, front man Dave Gerard performs solo as he waits for ...

Elemental

Ryan Montbleau unveils first of four new EPs On the first track of his latest record, Ryan Montbleau celebrates imperfection ...

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Ready for St. Patrick’s Day?

Ready for St. Patrick’s Day?
It’s been just about a year since restaurants were ordered to close, or to offer only takeout or delivery, interrupting many plans for St. Patrick’s Day. Since then, eateries have adapted in all kinds of ways. Find out how local restaurants have adapted, and what their plans are for this year’s St. Paddy’s Day and beyond.

Also on the cover, maybe it’s time to try a Big Boo Boo, p. 23. The Jordan Tirrell-Wysocki Trio celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with a virtual show, p. 28. If you’re looking for live music, find it in our Music This Week listing, starting on p. 30.

Donor towns

In 1999 the Supreme Court declared New Hampshire’s system of taxation “unconstitutional” based on the Claremont education funding decision. The ...

News & Notes 21/03/04

Covid-19 updateAs of February 22As of March 1Total cases statewide73,66575,588Total current infections statewide2,8832,363Total deaths statewide1,1541,170New cases2,648 (Feb. 16 - 22)1,923 ...

Voices raised

Youth artwork highlights mental health issues New Hampshire middle school and high school students are invited to submit original artwork ...

Options for QB needy Pats

The start of the new NFL year is two weeks away when free agent signings begin. With $65 million to ...

Quality of Life 21/03/04

NH is 2021’s 8th most educated state The Granite State is smart! A recent study from personal-finance website WalletHub looked ...

The Art Roundup 21/03/04

The latest from NH’s theater, arts and literary communities Theatre Kapow presents a virtual production of Gidion’s Knot. Photo by ...

Fresh paint

Light gray desk and bench chair in furniture shop

Restored furniture store to open in Plaistow Kerri Durkee of Atkinson is taking her upcycled furniture business to the next ...

Sweaters for the history books

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Manchester museum displays Pandora Sweaters exhibit Between 1940 and 1990, a bold neon sign that read “Home of Pandora Sweaters” ...

Kiddie Pool 21/03/04

Family fun for the weekend Scientific discoveries After being closed for renovations for a couple months, the McAuliffe-Shepard Discovery Center ...

Treasure Hunt 21/03/04

Dear Donna, This is a bath set (commode set?) that we believe is from the 1800s. Any information you could ...

Build a garden library

Basic books to get you started I know that many people, especially gardeners under the age of 40, use the ...

The Weekly Dish 21/03/04

News from the local food scene • Derry market to return this June: After taking a one-year hiatus last year ...

Ready for St. Patrick’s Day?

Corned beef brisket from Presto Craft Kitchen in Manchester

Restaurants get ready for March 17 and beyond Guinness stew from New England’s Tap House Grille in Hooksett. Courtesy photo ...

Emily Knowlton

Hopkinton native Emily Knowlton is the owner of BB Take Home Kitchen (bbtakehomekitchen.com, and on Facebook and Instagram @bbtakehomekitchen), also ...

Wine climes

Napa and Sonoma offer a perfect spot for pinots and chards Napa and Sonoma counties, known for producing some of ...

Big Boo Boo

I’m finally attacking the intimidatingly large stack of books I’ve bought over the past year and never actually read. One ...

Album Reviews 21/03/04

Scolex, “Black Pyramid Ritual,” and Mortuous, “Dessicated”(Split Single) (Carbonized Records) As every underground metalhead in New Hampshire knows, I’m pretty ...

People Like Her by Ellery Lloyd

People Like Her by Ellery Lloyd (Harper, 275 pages) I don’t resent Mark Twain for using a pen name, so ...

Minari (PG-13)

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Minari (PG-13) A Korean-American family seeks a path to financial security in rural Arkansas in Minari, an excellent family drama ...

At the Sofaplex 21/03/04

Tom & Jerry (PG) Chloë Grace Moretz, Michael Peña. Cartoon cat Tom and mouse Jerry (along with other animated animals) ...

The Music Roundup 21/03/04

• Starman: Along with his occasional David Bowie tribute act, George Belli performs with The Retroactivists, a band that mines ...

Green Again

3 men playing guitar, upright bass and violin stand in field.

Enjoy St. Patrick’s Day music virtually A year ago Jordan Tirrell-Wysocki was heading into his busy season and primed to ...

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The year of pets

The year of pets

With more time at home in the past year, many people took the opportunity to welcome new pets — and it wasn’t just cats and dogs (though there were plenty of those too). Check out stories of owners who brought home canines and felines, sugar gliders, a bearded dragon, a parakeet and even a potbellied pig.

Also on the cover, the Hippo’s Best of readers’ poll closes Feb. 28, so don’t forget to vote for your favorite people, places and events in southern New Hampshire. See details on p. 39. And find local music, in-person or virtually, starting on p. 31.

We are connected

I’ve been hearing and thinking about annual cycles lately including Black History Month, the Lunar New Year, Mardi Gras, and ...

News & Notes 21/02/25

Covid-19 updateAs of February 15As of February 22Total cases statewide71,01773,665Total current infections statewide2,9532,883Total deaths statewide1,1351,154New cases2,518 (Feb. 9 to Feb ...

Got you covered

The latest recommendations for proper mask use State Epidemiologist Dr. Benjamin Chan gives an update on best mask-wearing practices. What ...

C’s headed for catastrophe

Following their latest loss, where they blew a 20-plus-point lead again, the 15-15 Celtics are straddling a line between their ...

Quality of Life 21/02/25

Bedford boy appears on Ellen “This is awesome! I never thought I would hear my voice and now it’s on ...

Distanced discourse

Walker Lecture Series goes virtual After canceling its events in 2020, the Walker Lecture Series will return for its 124th ...

The Art Roundup 21/02/25

The latest from NH’s theater, arts and literary communities “Loves Me” and “Loves Me Not,” paired colored pencil drawings by ...

The year of pets

The tales of puppies, sugar gliders, a potbelly pig and other animals that found new homes in the last year ...

Make your houseplants happy

Mid-winter care for sad indoor plants Are you suffering from the mid-winter blahs? More importantly, are your houseplants? We can’t ...

Kiddie Pool 21/02/25

Family fun for the weekend Bounce and climbCowabunga’s (725 Huse Road, Manchester, 935-9659, cowabungas.com) has extended hours for February vacation ...

Treasure Hunt 21/02/25

Dear Donna, I had considered having this clock converted to battery-operated and then began to research. I believe it is ...

The Weekly Dish 21/02/25

News from the local food scene • More drive-thru Greek meals: Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church (68 N. State St., ...

Comfort to go

Red Beard’s Kitchen offers ready-made farm-to-fork meals From soup, chowder and chili to beef stew, veal Bolognese and shepherd’s pie, ...

Coffee is brewing

Game of Thrones-inspired cafe now open in Amherst A new cafe in Amherst is inviting you to transport to the ...

Erofili Roesel

What is your must-have kitchen item? Definitely a knife. What would you have for your last meal? A spaghetti and ...

Flavor impact

What you eat or drink affects your brew In sort of a famous family incident several years ago during a ...

Album Reviews 21/02/25

Sana Nagano, Smashing Humans (577 Records) Hey man, if I have to get introduced to an avant punk-jazz record by ...

The Bad Muslim Discount, by Syed M. Masood

The Bad Muslim Discount, by Syed M. Masood (Doubleday, 368 pages) The Bad Muslim Discount is the second book by ...

Nomadland (R) | The Map of Tiny Perfect Things (PG-13)

Nomadland (R) Frances McDormand gives one of the year’s great performances in Nomadland, a movie based on the non-fiction book ...

At the Sofaplex 21/02/25

I Care A Lot (R) Rosamund Pike, Peter Dinklage. This recent Netflix release feels like half of a good idea: ...

The Music Roundup 21/02/25

• Returning: A vital force in the region’s live music scene is back, virtually. Parsonsfield, now a duo of Antonio ...

Still rocking

Fable finds Leaving Eden in fine form Since forming in 2011, Leaving Eden has remained among the most dedicated bands ...

Thinking and drinking

Bars across New Hampshire offer trivia fun By Sadie Burgesslistings@hippopress.com If you’re full of seemingly useless information, you can put ...

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From couch to cardio

Local fitness pros talk about their shift to virtual classes. Find out why you might want to get off the couch and try Zumba, Pound, yoga, group personal training and more, all without leaving your house.

Also on the cover, voting is now open for the Hippo’s Best of readers’ poll! Vote for your favorite people, places and events in southern New Hampshire. See details on p. 35. And if you can whip up a delicious bowl of chili, you may want to check out the Virtual Chili Cook-Off being hosted by the Merrimack and Amherst Lions Clubs, p. 18.

Who are your favorites

We’re now deep into the pandemic hoping against hope that 2021 will be the year that we’ll get to see ...

News & Notes 21/02/18

Covid-19 updateAs of February 8As of February 15Total cases statewide68,49971,017Total current infections statewide3,2452,953Total deaths statewide1,1061,135New cases2,441 (Feb. 2 to Feb ...

Brady, Benny and the Betts

With the Super Bowl in the rear view mirror after Tom Brady’s quest for No. 7 took up a lot ...

Paws for celebration

Animal shelter observes anniversary, plans expansion The Manchester Animal Shelter has found homes for more than 25,000 animals since it ...

Quality of Life 21/02/18

Youth protest peacefully with art installation A group of youth organizers hung posters and banners on the chain link fence ...

Pandemic puzzles

Mother and son create interactive kids book about Covid-19 Deer orienteer Stephen Stagg is on a new kind of hunt ...

The Art Roundup 21/02/18

The latest from NH’s theater, arts and literary communities “Winter Blues” art exhibit at The Lane House Arts Center in ...

From couch to cardio

Tone up, stretch and sweat at home with virtual fitness classes and local teachers There are so many reasons to ...

Garden soup

Winter veggies by the bowlful There is something about a bowl of warm soup on a cold winter day that ...

Kiddie Pool 21/02/18

Family fun for the weekend Vacation week fun Let the kids explore hands-on exhibits that show the science behind motion, ...

Treasure Hunt 21/02/18

Dear Donna, My 95-year-old father recently sent me this antique creamer. (At least I think it’s a creamer!) It was ...

The Weekly Dish 21/02/18

News from the local food scene • Local Greek eats: Assumption Greek Orthodox Church (111 Island Pond Road, Manchester) will ...

May the best chilis win

Amherst, Merrimack Lions Clubs to host “virtual” chili cook-off If a hot bowl of chili has been one of your ...

Tastes of Africa and beyond

Mola Foods to open new tasting room and kitchen Since launching Mola Foods in 2016, Jeannette Bryant of Nashua has ...

Jason Duffy

Jason Duffy is the executive chef of Bistro 603 (345 Amherst St., Nashua, 722-6362, bistro603nashua.com), which opened last August. Born ...

Wines for meatless meals

Veggies and seafood pair well with white wines Grilled steak or spaghetti and meatballs call for a robust wine such ...

Honolulu Cooler

Early on in the Covid lockdown, I decided to take ice cream to the workers at my dump. I wanted ...

Album Reviews 21/02/18

Disco Shrine, xxoo Disco (self-released) Man, the world just needs to stop a second so I can catch my breath ...

Doomed Romance: Broken Hearts, Lost Souls and Sexual Tumult in Nineteenth-Century America, by Christine Leigh Heyrman

Doomed Romance: Broken Hearts, Lost Souls and Sexual Tumult in Nineteenth-Century America, by Christine Leigh Heyrman (Knopf, 304 pages) Perform ...

Barb and Star Go to Vista Del Mar (PG-13) | Judas and the Black Messiah (R)

Barb and Star Go to Vista Del Mar (PG-13) Everybody is wonderfully game in the delightfully silly Barb and Star ...

The Music Roundup 21/02/18

• Serenading: Check out a recent Facebook Live stream from Jessica Olson for an idea of her musical outlook. The ...

Write through it

Tyler Allgood shines on soul-baring Through The Empty Surgery and its aftermath are often challenging; for a recovering addict, the ...

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Small acts of kindness

This Valentine’s season, spread the love from home. We’ve got 14 ideas that will help you show your loved ones, friends, neighbors and strangers that you care, safely.

Also on the cover, It’s time for the Best of 2021 readers’ poll! Voting is open, so let us know your favorite places, people and events in southern New Hampshire; see details on p. 9. And find some funny this weekend, p. 28 & 30.

Educational giveway

Some Republicans in the New Hampshire House are pushing legislation that could give about $4,100 to anyone sending their kids ...

News & Notes 21/02/11

Covid-19 updateAs of February 1As of February 8Total cases statewide66,05868,499Total current infections statewide4,6623,245Total deaths statewide1,0591,106New cases3,290 (Jan. 26 to Feb ...

Game on

Esports alive and well at New England College Whereas many college sports have been suspended, competitive video gaming, known as ...

TB-12 rules the day

On Saturday night before Sunday’s Super Bowl I got this overwhelming feeling in picking Kansas City to beat Tampa Bay ...

Quality of Life 21/02/11

Acts of kindness On this week’s theme of acts of kindness: The Bedford Starbucks has recently changed the traffic flow ...

Small acts of kindness

14 ways to spread a little happiness this Valentine’s season This Valentine’s Day, spread the love without spreading Covid with ...

The dream reimagined

Local musician creates new version of “America the Beautiful” What started as a song for a children’s choir to sing ...

The Art Roundup 21/02/11

The latest from NH’s theater, arts and literary communities Art by Chris Reid, featured in “The View Through My Eyes” ...

Bird search

NH Audubon needs your help counting backyard birds By Sadie Burgess There are rules when it comes to counting birds ...

Kiddie Pool 21/02/11

Family fun for the weekend L.O.V.E. bingo Have a sweet Valentine’s Day celebration at Chunky’s Cinema Pub. The theater is ...

Treasure Hunt 21/02/11

Dear Donna, Can you give me an idea what this crock might be worth or how I can find out? ...

Winter trees

Holly, hemlock and more seasonal favorites I recently asked a few readers, garden friends and tree experts a question: “What ...

The Weekly Dish 21/02/11

News from the local food scene • Rally for restaurants: On Feb. 1, the New Hampshire Lodging & Restaurant Association ...

Crafty sips and casual eats

Industry East Bar opens in Manchester Jeremy Hart and Dan Haggerty have around four decades of combined bartending experience across ...

Eat organic

NOFA-NH’s annual winter conference returns (virtually) Whether you’re looking for advice on how to grow your own organic food at ...

Corayma Correa

Corayma Correa’s family launched the Tropical Food Truck (tropical-food-truck.business.site, find them on Facebook) last October, its primary location at 80 ...

Binge-watching and beer

Beer can be a critical component to pair with Netflix The problem is that when one episode on Netflix ends, ...

Album Reviews 21/02/11

Ashnikko, Demidevil (Parlophone/Warner) Eh, this is OK for what it is, a nauseating wad of enthusiastically moronic, hip-hop-infused bubblegum roughly ...

Chatter, by Ethan Kross

Chatter, by Ethan Kross (Crown, 229 pages) Ethan Kross had a problem, and not one you’d expect to plague a ...

Malcolm & Marie (R)

The Little Things (R) A couple argue in Malcolm & Marie, a movie somewhat reminiscent of the talky (if mannered) ...

At the Sofaplex 21/02/11

Locked Down (R) Anne Hathaway, Chiwetel Ejiofor. A couple stuck in lockdown in London eventually plan a half-baked diamond heist ...

The Music Roundup 21/02/11

• Truffle man: Leading one of the Seacoast’s most enduring bands, Dave Gerard brings the same good-time vibe and constant ...

Family man

Comedy showcase features Francis Birch In standup comedy, a weekend booking represents validation. Francis Birch’s first was at Veronica Laffs ...

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The Bomb

Warm up this winter with a savory steak bomb. Find out what a basic bomb is made of and why you might want to try one of the sub’s many variations, plus check out which local eateries have bombs on the menu.

Also on the cover, the Nashua Choral Society is looking for new members — no experience necessary, p. 10. It’s time for the Best of 2021 readers’ poll! Voting is open, so let us know your favorite places, people and events in southern New Hampshire; see details on p. 25.

NH gets vaccinated

WMUR reported that on Jan. 22, nearly 150,000 people signed up within the first 10 hours of Phase 1b opening ...

News & Notes 21/02/04

Covid-19 updateAs of January 25As of February 1Total cases statewide62,76866,058Total current infections statewide5,6274,662Total deaths statewide9901,059New cases4,904 (Jan. 19 to Jan ...

If you build it…

Richard Lannan President of Nashua Community Arts

Performing Arts Center moves into construction phase After four years of planning, construction on the Nashua Performing Arts Center is ...

Super Bowl questions

The 55th Super Bowl comes your way on Sunday to conclude a season marked by disruptions, limited fans in the ...

Quality of Life 21/02/04

Lots of student loans A recent study that looked at student loan debt nationwide ranked New Hampshire ninth for the ...

No quiet for the choir

Nashua Choral Society sings together from a distance The Nashua Choral Society is inviting new singers to join its 2021 ...

The Art Roundup 21/02/04

The latest from NH’s theater, arts and literary communities Watercolor by Barbara London, featured in “Let Me Show You What ...

Football foot race

Second-annual 4-Miler online and in person With the Patriots done for the season weeks ago, New Hampshire football fans may ...

Kiddie Pool 21/02/04

Family fun for the weekend Celebrate Apollo 14 Celebrate the 50th anniversary of Apollo 14 with the McAuliffe-Shepard Discovery Center ...

Starting from seed

What to get, when to plant and how to make them last I hate to be the one to give ...

Treasure Hunt 21/02/04tr

Dear Donna,I recently acquired this “Emma Doll.” It was said to be a fine reproduction of an antique doll, purchased ...

The Weekly Dish 21/02/04

News from the local food scene • Meals for sweethearts: Still haven’t made your Valentine’s Day plans yet? Visit hippopress.com ...

The bomb

Steak bomb sub from The Common Man Roadside Deli & Market

A deep dive into the steak bomb and its many variations What is a steak bomb? Visit nearly every pizza ...

Paul Lynn

Paul Lynn of Raymond and his partner, Carolyn D’Amico, launched Java Joe’s (59 Route 27, Raymond, find them on Facebook ...

Wine with Valentine’s Day

Celebrate with chocolate and red wine How to celebrate Valentine’s Day? With red wine and chocolate, of course! The wine ...

A drink named…

During the 1920s and 1930s, if you were young and had the means, Paris was the place to be. The ...

Album Reviews 21/02/04

Practice, Not A Game (self-released) Practice is the stage name of one Michael Tapper, a New Yorker who’s played drums ...

This Is the Voice, by John Colapinto

This Is the Voice, by John Colapinto (Simon & Schuster, 320 pages) John Colapinto can blame his raspy voice on ...

The Little Things (R)

The Little Things (R) Three difficult loners find themselves in each other’s orbit during the investigation into a serial killer ...

At the Sofaplex 21/02/04

Finding ‘Ohana (PG) Kea Peahu, Alex Aiono. Pili (Peahu), a geocaching champion, sets out on a real treasure hunt to ...

The Music Roundup 21/02/04

• Song pull: A weekly open mic night continues apace, hosted by Brian “Burnout” Peasley. The middle moniker is a ...

Northern song

Record release show among Area 23 events An off-the-beaten-path Concord restaurant and taproom is doing all it can to keep ...

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The continuing adventures of NH’s comic creators

We talked to artists and authors to find out what they’re working on, how the pandemic has affected their work and their aspirations for the future.

Also on the cover, weddings may have been downsized in 2020, but brides and grooms have discovered the advantages of elopements and micro weddings (less stress! less money!), p. 20. And it’s time for the Best of 2021 readers’ poll! Voting starts Feb. 1; see details on p. 43.

Lift one another up

At a religious ceremony last weekend, in the beautiful woods of New Hampshire, the priest counseled us to come together ...

News & Notes 21/01/28

Covid-19 updateAs of January 18As of January 25Total cases statewide57,86462,768Total current infections statewide6,4445,627Total deaths statewide933990New cases5,557 (Jan. 12 to Jan ...

TB 12 back for SB 10

Well, who can be surprised Tom Brady did it again? Despite a very shaky second half, he’s headed to his ...

Down to a science

Volunteers needed for youth STEM learning program The University of New Hampshire Cooperative Extension is currently looking for new volunteers ...

Quality of Life 21/01/28

Inspiring teen gets a book deal Thirteen-year-old Brayden Harrington of Concord will write a picture book called Brayden Speaks Up, ...

The continuing adventures of NH’s comic creators

Artists and authors talk about their latest comic books and more New Hampshire comics creators have faced plenty of challenges ...

The Art Roundup 21/01/28

The latest from NH’s theater, arts and literary communities Art by new NHAA member John Kessler, featured in “A New ...

Icing things up

Winter Fest returns to downtown Concord Winter fun is still on the schedule as The Hotel Concord and Intown Concord ...

Say no to pesticides

Why growing — and eating — organic is important I’ve been growing vegetables organically all my life. I use no ...

Treasure Hunt 21/01/28

Dear Donna, I have an assortment of older comics. They are not in the best condition, but I thought you ...

Kiddie Pool 21/01/28

Family fun for the weekend Hike by the light of the moon Beaver Brook (117 Ridge Road in Hollis; 465-7787, ...

Downsized nuptials

Elopements and micro weddings are the next big, er, small thing Dreams of elaborate weddings with hundreds of guests were ...

The Weekly Dish 21/01/28

News from the local food scene • Drive-thru Greek meals: Join Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church (68 N. State St., ...

Served with love

Delicious ways to celebrate Valentine’s Day this year Valentine’s Day is right around the corner, and whether you’re looking for ...

Bountiful bagels

New Milford business offering NYC-inspired artisan bagels A new business based in Milford is paying homage to the traditional New ...

Jordan Reynolds

Jordan Reynolds of Concord is the owner of Col’s Kitchen (55 S. Main St., Concord, 227-6778, colsplantbased.com), a plant-based restaurant ...

Super Bowl and beer

Five beers to enjoy during the big game I know you’re sullen because the Patriots aren’t in the Super Bowl ...

Album Reviews 21/01/28

Cyrrca, Cyrrca (self-released) By now, you’re probably in the habit of heading for the hills whenever I start talking up ...

The Listening Path, by Julia Cameron

The Listening Path, by Julia Cameron (St. Martin’s Essentials, 190 pages) Julia Cameron is a national treasure. Part creativity coach, ...

The White Tiger (R) – Some Kind of Heaven (NR)

The White Tiger (R) A young man from an impoverished town in India tries to grab his piece of his ...

At the Sofaplex 21/01/28

We Can Be Heroes (PG)Pedro Pascal, Priyanka Chopra. Other adults include Christian Slater and Adriana Barraza. But really, this movie ...

The Music Roundup 21/01/28

• Soulful: Along with winning a NEMA for best male performer a few years back, Munk Duane is skillful at ...

Looking back

Live entertainment figures share memories When the Hippo launched 20 years ago, Granite Staters often had to drive to Boston ...

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Hit the ice

Hit the ice

Local ponds are open throughout southern New Hampshire for ice skating fun. Find out why you might want to lace up and hit the ice, plus where to go and how to find the perfect pair of skates.

Also on the cover, it’s time for the Best of 2021 readers poll! Voting starts Feb. 1; see details on p. 22. As part of its anniversary celebration, the Hippo looks back at the last 20 years in local food happenings, p. 16. And a purple zombie might be just what you need to de-stress, p. 24.

In silence and in silos

What kind of state do we have and what kind of state do we want? At a time in the ...

News & Notes 21/01/21

Covid-19 updateAs of January 11As of January 18Total cases statewide52,30757,864Total current infections statewide6,1186,444Total deaths statewide869933New cases4,979 (Jan. 5 to Jan ...

Unity through art

Black Heritage Trail of NH receives new sculpture The Black Heritage Trail of New Hampshire (blackheritagetrailnh.org) now includes the town ...

This week’s big stories

News Item: Inmates Running The Asylum Doug Pederson loses a showdown with his owner because he wanted rookie Jalen Hurts ...

Quality of Life 21/01/21

It’s cookie time! Girl Scouts of the Green and White Mountains have officially kicked off Girl Scout cookie season, with ...

The Art Roundup 21/01/21

The latest from NH’s theater, arts and literary communities Art by Roberta Woolfson, on display at Creative Ventures Gallery. Courtesy ...

Hit the ice

Your guide to skating outside A month into winter, outdoor ice skating rinks across the state are open for the ...

Kiddie Pool 21/01/21

Family fun for the weekend Planes and iBOTs Take a hike Beaver Brook Association is offering a Kids Fitness Hiking ...

Winter survival

Help your plants make it through winter If you are like me, you buy new perennials, trees and shrubs every ...

Treasure Hunt 21/01/21

Dear Donna, Might you be able to suggest a good reference document or catalogue for Lionel Antique Trains (1950s)? Louis ...

The Weekly Dish 21/01/21

News from the local food scene • Soup’s on: Assumption Greek Orthodox Church (111 Island Pond Road, Manchester) will host ...

Two decades of delicious

How the food scene in New Hampshire has grown since the Hippo’s debut The local food scene looked a lot ...

Pizza at Zizza

New authentic pizzeria opens in Milford Wood-fired Pizza Nights at the Hilltop Cafe in Wilton on Fridays and Saturdays became ...

Laura Fucella

Laura Fucella of Concord is the owner of E(at)xactly Cakes (eatxactlycakes.com), a homestead business specializing in custom designed cakes, cupcakes ...

A blend of flavors

How grape varietals come together in wine blends Courtesy photo. Most wines produced today are made up of a blend ...

Zombies!

One fairly common New Year’s resolution is to read more classics of literature. I didn’t actually make that resolution this ...

Album Reviews 21/01/21

M Ward, Think of Spring (Anti Records) Sorry I missed the PR email when this CD came out officially on ...

Olive, Mabel & Me: Life and Adventures with Two Very Good Dogs by Andrew Cotter

Olive, Mabel & Me: Life and Adventures with Two Very Good Dogs by Andrew Cotter (The Countryman Press, 205 pages) ...

Promising Young Woman (R) – One Night in Miami (R) – News of the World (PG-13)

Promising Young Woman (R) Carey Mulligan plays a woman who can’t move on from the wrong done to her friend ...

The Music Roundup 21/01/21

• Rocker: When playing plugged in with his band, Max Sullivan can positively wail, channeling guitar gods from Jimmy Page ...

Playing out, in

Winter Warmer showcases regional talent The spark for Winter Warmer, a virtual music festival that kicked off Jan. 16, came ...

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