This weekend in Keene, NH

This motorcoach outing travels to Encore Boston Harbor Casino. The cost is $60 per person, which covers bus transportation and the driver's tip, and payment is due at sign-up. Seating is limited to 56 passengers. On the bus, there will be bingo games with prizes as well as Jell-O and pudding shots. The coach offers Wi-Fi and bathrooms. A small personal cooler is allowed, and attendees should bring dollar bills. Sign-ups are held at the Lodge. Refunds are not available.

This small, hands-on clinic centers on reconnecting with yourself, the earth, and one another, then mindfully engaging with horses. The day begins with meditation, grounding practices, and simple nervous system down regulation tools, followed by observing equine behavior to recognize signs of ease. Any direct interaction happens by invitation from the horses, honoring their choice and comfort. Activities can evolve based on what feels right in the moment. Possibilities include quietly being together, attuning to a horse’s inner feel, leading through the field, modulating energetic presence, dance inspired movement with horses, at liberty interaction, eyes closed or blindfolded exercises, leadership practice, gentling work with a mustang, introducing new concepts at the horse’s pace, obstacle exploration, mounting block practice, or simply enjoying their company. No prior horse experience is required, and this offering is open to everyone. The flow is intentionally loose and guided by intuition, and participants are encouraged to bring creativity and questions. Please bring water and lunch, a chair or mat for sitting, any horse equipment you prefer to use, weather appropriate clothing and sturdy shoes, and any personal tools that help you turn inward. The fee is $75 per participant.

This club trail ride explores dirt roads, woods roads and trails through Hawley State Forest. Participants will meet and park at Brandon Root's field in Hawley, then head out together for an approximately three hour led group ride. There will be a mid ride stop for a trail lunch or snack, and shared snacks after the ride. Horse shoes or boots are highly recommended. There is no charge for HCRC members, and due to insurance requirements guests may become members. For information and reservations, contact ride leader Diane Merritt at 413 348 6276 or dianemerritt67@gmail.com. Inclement weather cancels, with notice by email and on Facebook. This is the final ride of the season.

At Comic Boom, casual MTG Commander games create a relaxed, friendly setting for enjoyable matches. Entry is free.

Bringing a festive weekend to its finale, this choral program presents Bach’s St. John Passion, a work of dramatic intensity and spiritual depth. The Festival Chorus performs, blending the voices of professional singers with talented members of the community chorus, with accompaniment from a skilled ensemble of musicians. The performance is led by conductor Colin Mann.

Enjoy a relaxed, recurring pickup soccer session on Sundays. Bring water, a ball, and shin guards if you prefer. All skill levels are welcome, and no experience is required.