Events in Jaffrey today

Keene Farmer's Market features live music and a range of booths to explore. Among the offerings are fresh baked goods, fruit preserves and applesauce, pickled relishes and vegetables, goat milk soap, and crocheted pieces.

Build confidence getting your wheels off the ground at a half-day clinic centered on jumps and drops. PMBIA-certified instructor Michael Owens, who coaches at Thunder Mountain Bike Park and other New England mountain resorts, leads practical instruction designed for intermediate to advanced riders. Training includes proper body position and bike control, safe techniques for takeoffs and landings, progressions that help you ride features smoothly and safely, and guidance on line choice and trail awareness. Whether you are just starting to leave the ground or refining technique, the focus is on gaining control and consistency over trail features. The cost is $150 and includes a full-day lift ticket. Spots are limited.

A monthly sharpening clinic is held at Gardner City Hall, scheduled for the month’s first Saturday and dependent on the weather, with heavy rain prompting cancellations. Pricing information is available on the organizer’s website. In addition to the clinic, an extra Gardner location is available daily for sharpening needs.

Take a leisurely walking tour through downtown Keene, NH that reveals the stories behind 16 large-scale Walldogs murals. Guides from the Historical Society of Cheshire County share true accounts that link local moments to broader state and national history as the group visits each artwork. The route is mostly flat and set at an easy pace, with a total experience of about two hours. The tour sets off from Railroad Square. Comfortable shoes and a camera are recommended for this visually rich exploration. These murals were created in June 2019 when more than 200 Walldogs artists volunteered over three days to paint historically themed scenes across the city. Sponsored by Fenton Family Dealerships and the Putnam Foundation.

Spend time with the gentle draft horses who live at Draft Gratitude during a relaxed, family-friendly Visiting Day. Stroll the farm, meet senior horses, ask questions, and learn what life can look like after years of work. The pace is unhurried with no set schedule, creating space to connect, learn, and simply enjoy being around these remarkable animals. Expect time in the barn and near the paddocks, casual Q&A with the team about each horse’s care and background, and a simple activity or seasonal touch. BarnFinds, the small onsite shop, offers horse-themed items, and there is an opportunity to contribute spare change to support the horses. Open to all ages. Visitors are encouraged to bring curiosity and kindness, and to dress for the weather. Those wishing to bring feed can choose Blue Seal Active Senior grain in the red bag and Blue Seal Hay Stretcher, along with common horse treats used for training. Every visit helps provide feed, medical care, and comfort for horses who have already given so much.

New Boston Farmers Market showcases locally sourced goods, featuring seasonal produce, fresh flowers, prepared foods, and more. For updates and highlights, find it on Facebook at NewBostonFarmersMarket and on Instagram at newbostonfarmersmarket603. Vendor booking is handled directly by New Boston Farmers Market or New Boston Recreation only, and it is not conducted through Facebook or Instagram, nor will details be requested via messenger.

BostonFIG 2026 is a festival taking place at the Cyclorama in Boston.

Leominster Farmers Market at the Monument Square Historic District features Derek D’Acoustic. Show support for local farmers and artists while you explore the market.

Wander the Rose Kennedy Greenway and browse a lively outdoor market celebrating creativity and local talent. More than 50 artists, makers, stylists, and independent designers share one-of-a-kind goods, from art and accessories to unique finds you will not see elsewhere. Support small businesses, connect with local creators, and enjoy the fresh air and classic Boston atmosphere as you uncover your next treasure.

Ready to Rock is a free introductory music program at Wasserman Park for children ages 4 to 7. Kids can try guitar, piano, and drums in a friendly band setting while making new friends. No prior musical experience is required.

The Monadnock Youth Coalition presents its 6th Annual Youth Fest at the Keene Family YMCA. This free, family-focused gathering spotlights local organizations and resources that support youth and their families. Details will continue to be updated as the event approaches, and informational flyers and stickers can be found throughout the community.

HSCC interpreter and volunteer Becky Barton leads a Tavern Talks program that views the American Revolutionary War through the lives of Loyalist men in Keene. The focus is on four residents who remained subjects of England and declined to sign the 1776 Association Test: Eleazer Sanger, brother of journalist Abner Sanger, Lieutenant Benjamin Hall, lawyer Elijah Williams, and Major Josiah Willard. The program explores why they aligned with King George and the risks they accepted for that choice. The conversation takes place in the Wyman Tavern taproom. Attendance is limited to 12 people per tour. Please bring your ticket, printed or on a smartphone, to show the guide. Wear comfortable shoes and dress for the weather. Free parking is available near the Bruder House in spaces marked for Museum Parking. For private or group tour inquiries, contact Michelle Walker, Director of Education, at mwalker@hsccnh.or. This program is generously sponsored by Fenton Family Dealerships.

NAAC’s annual fall cookout brings together Audi enthusiasts, friends, and families for a relaxed day of cars and community. Hosted by the North Atlantic chapter of Audi Club North America, it welcomes longtime members, prospective members, and car lovers from across Maine, New Hampshire, Massachusetts, and Rhode Island. The setting is The Gregory Farm in Francestown, New Hampshire, a hilltop venue with sweeping views that make a striking backdrop for everything from four-ring favorites to classics, exotics, daily drivers, and other interesting rides. The gathering centers in a spacious finished barn where conversation, stories, and plenty of car talk come naturally. Look for friendly cornhole competition on custom NAAC boards, possible tech or enthusiast presentations, raffles and prizes, and a few surprises still being planned. NAAC will serve burgers, hot dogs, sides, and non-alcoholic beverages. Guests are welcome to bring a dish or dessert to share, along with their preferred beverages, including adult refreshments. Admission is $10 for members who joined within the past 12 months, $15 for current NAAC members and family, and $20 for non-members and guests. Registration is requested to help with food planning, and the event will take place rain or shine.

Soultown brings a lively showcase of Motown favorites to Riley’s Place, delivering the era’s biggest hits with the energy of a group widely billed as New England’s premier Motown band. The set is built for dancing, so expect grooves that keep the floor moving from start to finish.

Blakkat Bone brings live music back to Partner's Pub in Fitchburg, with drinks and bar pizza available.

After a year away and many requests, the Quabbin Cruise returns for its eighth running as a public drive celebrating colorful foliage and wide-open views. Previous editions have brought out more than 150 cars, and organizers are hoping for an even bigger turnout this time. All makes and models are welcome, while motorcycles and street bikes are not permitted for safety reasons. The route begins at the Staples in Gardner, then heads west on Route 2. Drivers are asked to stay together where the highway narrows after Exit 82 and to use a zipper merge so the group does not get split up. The cruise continues to an observation tower via Routes 202 and 9 using the second dam entrance, then wraps up with a lunch stop at Stone Cow Brewery in Barre, where local brews and ice cream are available. Plan for roughly 75 miles with no fuel stops, so vehicles should be fueled in advance. A walkie-talkie is recommended since cell service will be limited for much of the drive. Please follow the directions of the hosts, keep the driving respectful, and avoid reckless behavior. Participants are responsible for their own actions, including any accidents or tickets. A map of the route is available in the discussion tab, and details may be updated.

CONCORA, Connecticut Choral Artists, presents a program that spans from the Baroque era to contemporary works. This performance offers the New Hampshire premiere of Geoffrey Hudson's "A Passion for the Planet", a climate change oratorio, with a professional orchestra, the KSC Concert Choir, and community singers. Led by Artistic Director Chris Shepard, the choir showcases its versatility and the way it forms ensembles from its roster of singers. The concert takes place in Alumni Recital Hall. Admission is $15 for the general public, $10 for senior citizens, and free for students.

A relaxed fitness session at the Gardner Family Resource Center invites adults to move at their own pace with a mix of prerecorded workouts suited to every activity level. Participants can choose from options such as yoga, low impact aerobics, chair-based exercises, and gentle stretching, then follow along in a supportive, judgment free setting. Childcare is available upon request. Registration is encouraged but not required, and the center can be reached at 978-730-1275 or Connor.Collins@csoinc.org for sign-ups or more information. All fitness levels are welcome.

Explore Boston’s North End with a local photographer and capture portraits amid historic architecture and old world character. This mini portrait experience includes 15 minutes of photography and one favorite image to download. After the session, choose your favorite during a Zoom video call, and it will be edited and delivered for download. Additional digital images and printed products, including boxed prints, wall art, albums, and cards, are available for purchase. Longer sessions and options that include more time or extra locations are also offered.

Experience a Halloween spirit gallery tour inside the SK Pierce Victorian Haunted Mansion, also known as the Sylvester K. Pierce House, guided by psychic medium Brandie Wells. For more than a decade, her gatherings at this storied location have regularly reached capacity. The evening centers on an open gallery spirit circle where messages of love and respect are shared from spirit guides, angels, animal totems, and loved ones in spirit, accompanied by clairvoyant insights and medical intuition. Brandie attunes in advance through automatic writing, then begins the session by helping the group feel grounded and clear to create a sacred space. The experience opens with a period of messages that arise naturally, followed by time when attendees can request specific connections or ask for guidance about the present and the path ahead. All sales are final, a signed waiver is required, and capacity is limited.

Julia Wolf brings the Deep End World Tour to Paradise Rock Club in Boston for an all-ages concert experience. Tickets are available through a public sale, with additional presale options that include artist, Spotify, Live Nation, and Citizens Bank. A meet and greet package is also offered, beginning with a presale and followed by a general release.

Enjoy a lively evening of DJ Trivia at Pizzeria Zacharia, featuring an engaging, team-based quiz that keeps everyone involved. Prizes await the top three teams, and the menu is there to keep the energy up while you play. Bring friends and connect with new faces as you test your knowledge in a fun, social setting.

Chelsea Wolfe brings THE DARK World Tour to the Boch Center Shubert Theatre in Boston, joined by Jonathan Hultén as the supporting act. The concert features a headlining performance from Chelsea Wolfe with additional music from Jonathan Hultén.

This American Life host Ira Glass teams up with acclaimed Israeli writer Etgar Keret for a live stage version of their podcast, Half-Baked Stories About My Dead Mom. The performance blends humor and emotional depth as Keret shares compact, four to five paragraph pieces that together reveal the many sides of his mother, Orna. The project took shape after a bus ride out of Tel Aviv, when a story Keret told convinced Glass it could become a show. Keret had written on countless subjects yet found it difficult to write about his mother until these brief vignettes emerged. Orna comes across as both loving and vengeful... part Maria from West Side Story and part Thanos from the Marvel universe... a person capable of striking, extreme actions. In developing the material with Glass, Keret came to see that his taste for the fantastical grew from being raised by a mother who made the surreal feel ordinary.

Weekly recovery support groups are available through CHC, and this gathering takes place at Fitchburg CHC on the second floor in Conference Room 2. It is free and open to the public, designed for adults 18 and older who are working toward sobriety or living in recovery from alcohol or other substance use. CHC recovery coaches facilitate the discussion to encourage self exploration, mutual support, and personal growth. Similar groups are also offered in Leominster, Gardner, and at ACTION CHC in Fitchburg. For questions or details, call 978-878-8484.

Capture portraits in Boston’s Beacon Hill with a local photographer during a guided mini session that moves through cobblestone lanes, brick alleys, and historic rowhouses. Photo stops showcase the character of this National Historic Landmark, including a street celebrated as the most photographed in America. The experience includes 15 minutes of photography and one favorite image to download. After the shoot, select your top pick on a Zoom video call, and that photo will be edited for delivery. Additional digital images and printed products such as boxed prints, wall art, albums, and cards are available for purchase. Longer portrait experiences and options that include extra time or additional locations are also offered.

Enjoy a relaxed game day at the Winchendon Senior Center with tables set for cribbage, scrabble, checkers, chess, and card games. Everyone is welcome, whether you play often, are brushing up, or are just getting started, and all game materials are provided. A couple of regulars are looking for more cribbage partners. Transportation assistance is available. For help booking a ride or for questions, call 978-297-3155 or email communityconnector@winchendon-cac.org or winchendoncoa@gmail.com.

Weekly recovery support groups meet at CHC locations in Fitchburg, Leominster, and Greater Gardner. These gatherings are free and open to adults 18 and older who are working toward sobriety or maintaining recovery from alcohol and other substance use disorders. Led by CHC recovery coaches, sessions focus on reflection and peer connection to support personal growth. At the Leominster Community Health & Urgent Care Center, enter through Entrance B to reach the Behavioral Health conference room. For questions or more information, call 978-878-8484.

At Scholars American Bistro and Cocktail Lounge, this BlaBla Make Friends language exchange offers a relaxed way to meet people from around the world, practice languages, and enjoy a friendly social setting. The format is open and conversational with no assigned tables. English and the local language are typically the main focus, and participants who want to practice something else can ask organizers for help, including a matchmaking option to pair conversation partners. Attendees are asked to register on the BlaBla website before arriving. The venue requires each person to order at least one drink, and outside food or beverages are not permitted. Everyone is expected to treat staff respectfully, help keep the space clean, and be considerate of others. Violations of these rules can result in a ban without prior notice. Photos and videos may be taken during the event. Anyone who prefers not to appear can inform the photographer. Please keep personal belongings secure, as the organizers are not responsible for lost items. Those who want to contribute behind the scenes can volunteer with the BlaBla crew as event organizers or as photographers and videographers. The organizers reuse the same Facebook event link and update details shortly after the start, so dates and participant numbers shown there may not always be current. BlaBla hosts gatherings in more than 150 cities worldwide.

Foster The People bring the Good Mourning Sunshine Tour to MGM Music Hall at Fenway in Boston. This all ages show features support acts that may change without notice. To help ensure smooth entry, follow the venue’s security policies. Bags must be no larger than 12 by 6 by 12 inches, and all bags are subject to search. Lighters are not permitted, and the city’s no smoking and no vaping rules are strictly enforced with immediate ejection for violations. Any medication must be accompanied by proof of prescription, and the list of prohibited items may be updated at the discretion of venue management. Tickets include a public onsale and multiple presale options, including artist, Goth Babe, Spotify, Live Nation, and Citi cardmember offerings, along with VIP packages and a Fall In Love with Live Music offer.

Set aside an hour each week to settle in with a good book, connect with fellow readers, and enjoy a complimentary lunch. Reading selections are provided by the Levi Heywood Memorial Library, so there is no need to bring your own copy. The atmosphere is relaxed and welcoming, with time for conversation and sharing. Child care is available upon request. Registration is required; call 978-730-1275 or email Kathy.MartinPalumbo@csoinc.org to register.

A new peer led support group at the Bond Wellness Center Conference Room in Monadnock Community Hospital offers a welcoming setting for people living with Parkinson’s, along with caregivers and family members. Participants can connect, share personal experiences, and exchange practical ideas for managing day to day challenges. The emphasis is on mutual encouragement, emotional support, and building a reliable network of information. Care partners and relatives are encouraged to attend. Meetings take place on the first Wednesday of each month. Registration is not required and everyone is welcome.

The event features board games and role playing games at Thirsty Robot Brewing.

This monthly writers group meets at the Keene Toadstool on the first Wednesday of each month. It welcomes anyone who loves the written word and offers constructive critique, camaraderie, encouragement, creative spark, and helpful insights.

This monthly evening offers open conversation where questions are welcome and knowledge is shared. Facilitated by Mary Hudson, a Druid and elder with five decades on her path that began at age 13, the circle focuses on community wisdom and practical insight. Mary has studied with a variety of teachers and communities and served for 17 years as the religious advisor and Pagan Chaplain at Syracuse University. Now retired in New Hampshire, she shares what she has learned while continuing her own studies, and she is clear about where her knowledge begins and ends. The aim is a shared exchange so participants hear multiple perspectives and leave with ideas they can use. Often scheduled for the first Wednesday of the month, this gathering is free to attend. A voluntary tip jar will be available for those who wish to contribute.

The Carpenters Songbook: A Live Celebration revives the music of Karen and Richard Carpenter in a newly staged concert from the creators of The Simon & Garfunkel Story. Backed by a live band, the show weaves storytelling with faithful performances to honor Karen’s unmistakable voice and the duo’s enduring legacy. Expect a warm wave of nostalgia and easy sing along moments as beloved hits fill the room, including “We’ve Only Just Begun,” “Close to You,” and “Rainy Days and Mondays.” This lovingly crafted tribute offers a gentle return to songs that continue to resonate.

Phoebe Bridgers will contribute $1 from every ticket to RAINN, supporting sexual violence survivors and prevention efforts, and this contribution is not tax deductible. Guests attending events at TD Garden should plan for a strict bag policy that allows only small bags, clutches, crossbodies, and wristlets measuring 6"x4"x1.5" or smaller. Laptops, tablets, backpacks, luggage, briefcases, outside food and beverages, cameras, and similar items are prohibited. Cameras of any kind and video recording devices, other than cell phones, are not permitted, and all guests may be subject to a search. Policies and restrictions vary by show and are subject to change. Ticket access includes presales such as Official Artist Presale and Spotify Fans First Presale, along with a public onsale.

Modest Mouse takes the stage with Caroline Rose for an all-ages concert. The tour partners with Trust for Public Land, and twenty-five cents from every ticket supports The Shout Syndicate, a volunteer-led Boston effort that funds youth-led arts programs at proven creative youth development nonprofits across Greater Boston. The Shout Syndicate is housed at The Boston Foundation and collaborates with the Mayor’s Office of Arts & Culture through the Boston Creates plan.

This free, open support group serves adults 18 and older who are working toward sobriety or living in recovery from alcohol and other substance use disorders. Sessions are led by CHC recovery coaches and focus on self-exploration, peer connection, and personal growth. Groups meet weekly in Fitchburg, Leominster, and Gardner, including at ACTION CHC in Fitchburg. For questions or to learn more, call 978-878-8484.

Street Fighter III: 3rd Strike has regular sessions at Comic Boom!, held twice a week. The event welcomes both seasoned players and newcomers. There is no entry fee. Several setups will be available, and participants may bring their own controller or use one provided on site.