Events in Merrimack County, NH

Enjoy a game of mahjong and spend time playing with friends, both old and new.

Celebrate the fourth year of an open mic described as the best in Pittsfield.

Take part in a chance to learn and play cribbage.

This relaxed event offers a calm, headphone-friendly space at Gibson’s for focused audiobook listening. Attendees can bring a quiet project such as crafting, a puzzle, or coloring, or simply settle in and listen without any activity. Audiobook purchases through Libro.fm support Gibson’s.

Cliff and Eric perform live. Gather with friends for dinner, then take in the show.

Explore handmade creations from 130 exhibitors, including jewelry, seasonal décor, gourmet treats, art, clothing, woodwork, and home goods. The show features local artisans and specialty food makers, along with live music, craft brews and cocktails, lunch options, and a $100 door prize. Admission covers both days, children 14 and under enter free, and Sunday admission is free after 3 PM. Free parking is available.

Explore the foundations of Human Design with Ashley Ukleja in a welcoming, beginner-friendly workshop at Wild Willow Farm. Over four hours, participants examine their energetic blueprint and learn how they are naturally wired to use energy, make choices, connect with others, and move through daily life. The curriculum introduces the five energy types and their strategies, profiles and their archetypal roles, defined and undefined centers, inner authority for decision-making, and a first look at gates and channels. Expect practical guidance that links chart insights to real-world situations, along with space to notice patterns of consistency and openness. No previous experience is needed. Ashley offers clear, accessible teaching drawn from a system that weaves elements of astrology, the I Ching, Kabbalah, the chakra system, and modern language grounded in quantum physics to support thoughtful self-reflection. To get the most from your chart, bring your exact birth date, the most accurate birth time you can find, and your birth city, state, and country. A notebook, pen, water bottle, and comfortable clothing are also recommended so you can stay comfortable throughout the session. Registration is $199 per person. Advance registration and payment through Eventbrite are required, and space is intentionally limited. Registration is confirmed only when an Eventbrite ticket has been secured. Refund requests must be submitted at least 72 hours before the workshop, and cancellations within 72 hours are nonrefundable. Ashley Ukleja is a multidisciplinary intuitive guide, Human Design coach, Reiki Master Teacher, certified sound healer, oracle card reader, Akashic Records guide, and sacred ceremony facilitator. With a background in education and facilitation, she emphasizes clarity and compassion while making complex spiritual concepts accessible and useful. Human Design is offered for personal development and self-reflection, and this workshop does not provide medical, mental health, legal, or financial advice.

Explore handcrafted goods, gifts, tasty treats, and more from 30 vendors, psychic readers, and artisans at this family-friendly holiday market and psychic fair. Admission is free, with opportunities to shop locally for the holiday season.

A meeting centered on Arthur C. Clarke’s novel Childhood’s End is scheduled. Rose is listed as a member associated with this gathering.

Enjoy a wide range of favorites from the 70s, 80s, 90s, and today, with a blend of classic rock, country, and more.

Due South brings a relaxed, acoustic-forward set to Over the Moon Farmstead, creating a cozy atmosphere with feel-good favorites from the 70s, 80s, 90s, and today. Expect smooth harmonies, a mix of classic rock and country, and nostalgic tracks you may have forgotten you loved for an easygoing night of live music.

Cars & Coffee on Capitol brings car enthusiasts together in Concord, NH for a relaxed gathering that welcomes vehicles of every make and model. It takes place on the second Sunday of each month. There is no need to register or reserve a spot, and attendance is free. Poster photo by Brody Palmateer.

Community Herbalist Amanda Calkins of Wild Willow Herbals leads a cozy, hands-on workshop at Wild Willow Farm in Franklin, New Hampshire focused on creating personalized herbal simmer pot blends for the holiday season. The session is $45 per person and limited to 10 participants. A simmer pot is a gentle infusion of fragrant herbs, fruits, spices, and other botanicals warmed in water so their aroma fills a space with a welcoming feel. Beyond scent, these blends can be crafted with intention to comfort the home, honor seasonal transitions, greet guests, support personal rituals, and invite feelings of peace, gratitude, abundance, and protection. The workshop covers safe preparation and use, the aromatic and traditional qualities of common ingredients, ideas for seasonal, comforting, cleansing, festive, and intention-based combinations, and how to build a balanced blend by considering scent, color, texture, and personal intuition. Each attendee creates a custom blend and leaves with one full 8‑ounce jar of dried botanicals for simmering. Additional 8‑ounce jars can be made and purchased on site for $25 each, with ribbon provided for gifting to teachers, coworkers, coaches, instructors, hosts, friends, family, neighbors, caregivers, clients or customers, volunteers, holiday party hosts, or anyone who could use a little seasonal warmth. No prior herbal experience is required, and all materials and instruction are included. Amanda is the founder of Wild Willow Herbals at Wild Willow Farm and has trained through Misty Meadows Herbal Center and One Willow Apothecary. Her teaching is grounded in traditional herbal knowledge, hands-on learning, seasonal living, and helping people build meaningful relationships with plants. She creates welcoming, accessible learning spaces that encourage discovery through the senses, creativity, and personal experience while honoring each person’s unique path with the plants. Wild Willow Farm, a 1900 farmhouse, hosts intimate workshops, retreats, circles, and seasonal offerings led by local herbalists, artists, instructors, and practitioners, inviting participants to slow down, reconnect, learn, and heal through creativity, connection, and community.

This week's Roundup features Bussekin' Dukes, an acoustic rock duo made up of Richard Gouin and Ben Goldrich. They perform covers from the 1960s through the 1990s, including classic songs by The Beatles, R.E.M., and Nirvana.

FAC members and friends meet up for lively French conversation in the state capital.

This bi-weekly Legacy event features a $5 entry fee. Store credit is awarded to the top three placements, and promo packs are reserved for the top two finishers.

Meet local singles at an in-person speed dating night for women ages 40 and older who are interested in younger men, and men under 40 who are interested in older women. The evening begins with a relaxed social mixer, followed by short, guided conversations with icebreakers and a host to help keep things flowing. After each round, participants can mark someone as a friend, a date, or neither. Mutual matches receive each other’s contact information the following day. The event is held outdoors, so comfortable clothing and shoes suited to the weather are recommended. Drinks are not included.

Enjoy a girls night out designed for women while supporting the NH Breast Cancer Coalition. Kick off the holiday season by shopping with vendors, enjoying appetizers, and visiting a cash bar. You can also book a reading with a psychic, then lean into the theme with an ugly holiday sweater. Wearing the ugliest one could put you in the running for an 8-night, 7-day vacation, and there will be prizes and giveaways totaling thousands of dollars. In the spirit of giving, bring a canned item for the food bank or local soup kitchen to receive a prize, and browse a silent auction offering a variety of items, with proceeds benefiting the NH Breast Cancer Coalition. It is an opportunity to shop for friends and family, spend time with friends, and support charity.

Bestselling author Emily Franklin visits Gibson’s Bookstore to share her new novel, Love & Other Monsters, a historical story centered on eighteen-year-old Claire Clairmont during the turbulent summer of 1816. Narrated through Claire’s perspective, the book traces her quest for independence and love as she travels to Lake Geneva with her stepsister Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley, Percy Shelley, Lord Byron, and John Polidori. That charged season of storms, creative rivalry, and tangled loyalties helped give rise to Frankenstein and the modern vampire, even as Claire’s own role faded from public memory. In the novel, Claire embarks on an affair with Byron, urges Mary and Shelley to follow him to Switzerland, records the group’s secrets in her journal, and learns to forage when climate upheaval leads to shortages. When her 1816 diary disappears and everyone around her has a reason to keep it hidden, she confronts the mystery of why her story was nearly lost. The book explores celebrity culture, climate crisis, complicated femininity, and the monsters we create on the page and in life, offering a blend of historical intimacy and romantic tension reminiscent of works like Hamnet and Pride and Prejudice. Franklin is the author of twenty-five books, including The Lioness of Boston, inspired by the life of Isabella Stewart Gardner, now in its eleventh printing and once featured as a clue on Jeopardy!. Her work has appeared in publications such as The New York Times, The Boston Globe, The Kenyon Review, and Guernica, has been featured on National Public Radio, was longlisted for the London Sunday Times Short Story Award, and has been recognized by the Association of Jewish Libraries.

This three half-day horsemanship clinic refreshes foundational skills and builds a stronger connection between rider and horse. Instruction focuses on refining body control and transitions while developing feel, timing, and balance. Participants receive individualized guidance so they leave with practical exercises matched to their partnership. The cost is $300, with a maximum of 10 riders. A non-refundable $150 deposit secures a spot. If lodging support is needed, include that request when reserving. Overnight stalling is available for $30 per night, and truck-ins are $20 per day.

Blue Collar Men deliver a tribute to Styx with powerful vocals, tight harmonies, and favorites including "Come Sail Away," "Renegade," and "Babe." Special guest Petty Revival celebrates the songs of Tom Petty, creating a two-band evening of classic American rock.

At Capitol Center for the Arts, The Rush Tribute Project performs Moving Pictures from start to finish, bringing favorites like Tom Sawyer, Red Barchetta, YYZ, and Limelight to life. The concert unfolds over two full sets that also cover other greatest hits and deeper cuts such as La Villa Strangiato and Enter Nous. Vintage instruments, multi-camera projection, lasers, and vivid lighting create an electrifying, immersive salute to Rock and Roll Hall of Famers Rush.

This yearly wrap up brings a fall cleanup and field shutdown, focused on winterizing the area so it is ready for the 2027 flying season. Help from anyone willing to lend a hand is appreciated.

Get moving with an annual 5k designed for humans and their canine companions. The route begins at the Banks Humane Education Center, opposite the shelter, travels onto the grounds of St Paul’s School, then returns to the start. Dogs are welcome as long as they remain leashed at all times and are up to date on rabies vaccination. Baby joggers are welcome too.

This easy two-hour hike follows the Knowlton, Dancing Bear, Tower, and Bowl Trail Loop. Veterans, families, and supporters are welcome to enjoy the trail, foliage, crisp air, snacks, water, and camaraderie.

Bar Harbor Bank & Trust presents a live program at the New England Racing Museum where five Oxford 250 champions share their stories on stage. Mike Rowe, Ben Rowe, Dick McCabe, Ricky Craven, and Travis Benjamin reflect on their careers and memorable moments in conversation, with Dave Moody as master of ceremonies. The focus is on firsthand accounts from the drivers who have each won the Oxford 250.

At Graylag Nature Preserve, a practical workshop led by Aaron Gibeau introduces the essentials of building simple, effective shelters in the outdoors. Open to all experience levels, the session covers how to create a lean-to with a heat reflecting wall for cold weather and how to construct an A-frame, using straightforward materials like dead branches, leaves, tarps, and rope. Participants will also explore other survival basics, including what is useful to carry on everyday hikes. The group will split into two teams, each building one of the featured shelter types, with an opportunity to try the other if time allows. Registration is open, and space is limited.

Explore the art of wet felting in a hands-on class led by Anna Roemer of Twilight Farm & Fiber. Create a bowl, bag, or another one-of-a-kind vessel using a ball resist as you learn how to layer wool, then felt it with soap, water, and steady agitation before shaping, finishing, and fulling your piece. A variety of fall colors will be available. Suggestions for adding embellishments and optional straps will be offered if time allows. The cost is $55 and includes all materials. To reserve a spot, call 603-520-2640 or use the Venmo QR code provided in the listing. Some standing and physical handwork may be involved, and participants should be prepared to work with soap and water throughout the session.

This hands-on workshop at Black Forest Nursery focuses on decorating a festive holiday kissing ball. Participants receive a pre-made 14-inch evergreen kissing ball and are guided through adding accents such as berries, ornaments, pinecones, and ribbons. Standard 14-inch decorated kissing balls start at $39.99, and all items are a la carte so designs can be customized to fit personal style and budget. The workshop lasts 60 minutes. A $5 reservation secures a spot, and space is limited.

Dan Moran returns to perform with friends, promising a memorable evening of live music.

The New Hampshire Master Chorale, led by Music Director Dan Perkins, launches its 24th season with a holiday program in Concord and Plymouth that unites two works by J. S. Bach with a concert performance of Gian Carlo Menotti’s Christmas opera Amahl and the Night Visitors. The program begins with Bach’s motet Komm, Jesu, komm, BWV 229, followed by the Advent cantata Nun komm, der Heiden Heiland, BWV 62. After intermission, Menotti’s story of a young shepherd who offers his crutch to the Christ child unfolds in a concert setting. Joseph Hobbib sings the title role of Amahl, with Susan Consoli as the Mother. The Three Kings are portrayed by AJ Coppola as Kaspar, Blake Liester as Melchior, and Tim Platt as Balthazar, with Travis Palmer as the Page. For the Bach selections, soprano Lisa Hansen Cooper and baritone Brett Branscombe appear as soloists. Performances are presented at South Congregational Church in Concord and at Plymouth Congregational Church in Plymouth. Tickets are $30 for general admission, $25 for seniors and military, free for students from kindergarten through the undergraduate level, with a pay what you are able option. Tickets are available online and at the door.

Explore peg loom weaving with core spun fiber and create a chair cushion or small wall hanging in a relaxed, creative setting. Open to first-time weavers and experienced crafters alike, this hands-on class is designed so you finish a one-of-a-kind cushion to take home the same day. The cost is $75 per person and includes all materials along with guided instruction, step by step. If you would like to keep weaving afterward, there will be an option to purchase a peg loom before you leave. Space is limited, so reserve a spot by calling 603-520-2640. Prepayment via Venmo is available.

This every-other-week Legacy event features a $5 entry fee. Store credit is awarded to the top three finishers, and the top two also receive promo packs.

This event blends shopping with socializing in a relaxed setting centered on beauty and wellness. Attendees can explore a curated range of skin and wellness products while connecting with friends in a community-minded atmosphere. Raffles, refreshments, and product samples are available.

A festive gathering at Black Forest Nursery features pictures with Santa, fireside s’mores, and hot apple cider. Guests can browse fresh wreaths, Christmas trees, and seasonal greenery to kick off holiday decorating. All activities are free, and bringing a camera and a cheerful mood is encouraged.

Celebrate the season with a festive holiday concert in the Hopkinton High School auditorium, featuring winter favorites with a few playful moments. Admission is free and no tickets are required. The event is family friendly. Please note that pets, food, and drinks are not permitted. Seating is theater style, and stairs are needed to enter the auditorium and reach the seats. As the performance is indoors, some passages may be loud. Restrooms are available inside the high school.

NH Music Collective partners with The Local to present a live set from Chris Lester at The Local in Warner. Lester is a New Hampshire based singer, multi instrumentalist, songwriter and producer who began performing around New England before heading to California to join the Atlantic signed band Wild Horses. After returning to New Hampshire in 2001 he became a member of Mama Kicks, a group recognized with multiple Best Band awards by Hippo Press. His studio and touring credits include playing bass, mandolin and acoustic guitar on Sully Erna’s Avalon, co writing the song My Light, and contributing to an album that reached the Billboard Top 25. Tours across the United States and Canada followed, along with a live DVD featured on the Palladia Channel. In 2014 he performed on guitar with Carole King, and in 2016 he played bass and acoustic guitar on Erna’s Hometown Life. His work has taken him to Bulgaria and on an East Coast tour, performing on guitar, bass, mandolin and keyboards. He now plays guitar and keyboards and sings lead vocals on the Joe Walsh songs for The Dark Desert Eagles, an Eagles tribute featuring Pat Badger and Kevin Figueiredo of Extreme, and he also appears in solo acoustic shows.

Readers meet to talk about Here One Moment by Liane Moriarty. The conversation focuses on the book, and member Jen is listed for this session.

Presented by The Local and NH Music Collective, this performance features New Hampshire singer songwriter Matt Litzinger live at The Local. His acoustic centered sound weaves personal storytelling with quiet optimism, drawing listeners into open, moving moments. As a husband and father, he writes with sincerity and thoughtful spiritual themes, shaping songs that feel genuine and deeply felt. His full length album Keep It Burning highlights expressive songwriting and subtle, resonant vocals, and this set reflects that same warmth and clarity.

Beanie’s Bar & Grill in Loudon, NH hosts the Henry LaLiberte Band for an evening of live music. Guests can enjoy the performance along with food and beverages from the venue.

This bi-weekly Legacy event features a $5 entry fee. Store credit is awarded to the top three placements, and promo packs are given to the top two.

The Rock Orchestra by Candlelight arrives at Capitol Center for the Arts in Concord, NH with a 90 minute production that unites classical finesse and the raw edge of rock and metal in a candlelit atmosphere. A 14 piece ensemble of classical musicians moves from delicate, enchanting passages to surging, amplified intensity for a dramatic crossover experience. Expect music associated with Metallica, AC/DC, Rolling Stones, Rage Against The Machine, My Chemical Romance, Linkin Park, SOAD, Guns N Roses, Evanescence, Papa Roach, The Cranberries, and more. The Rock Orchestra performs as a rotating collective, featuring accomplished instrumentalists and vocalists. Fans have shared praise such as “Every rock fan should see and hear this concert,” “Entertaining from the first song to the last,” and “Perfect blend of classical bravado and hard rock.” Customers have rated the experience 4.7 out of 5. The Rock Orchestra and its events are not affiliated with the artists and composers listed. All trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

Create a handmade sea glass ornament using crushed sea glass, sand, and UV resin. Choose a pet, snowflake, or cardinal design. Pet and snowflake ornaments can be personalized with a name or date, while the cardinal design is not personalized. Each wood ornament is approximately four inches. Supplies and step-by-step instruction are included, and no experience is necessary. Snacks are included, and beverages are available for purchase. Registration fees are non-refundable. Cancellations made at least 72 hours in advance may receive a credit toward a future workshop; late cancellations and no-shows are not eligible for a refund or credit.

A bi-weekly Legacy event with a $5 entry fee. The top three finishers receive store credit, and the top two also receive promo packs.

A meeting focused on The One Hundred Years of Lenni and Margot, the novel by Marianne Cronin. Marlena is the listed member for this session.