Free Ice Cream at Friendly's!

Friendly's is celebrating 75 years of business on June 5th from 12pm-5pm.

Stop by for a free ice cream!

The Great Sunflower Project

The Great Sunflower Project Saturday, May 22, 10 am – 2 pm
By growing sunflowers, then watching and recording the bees at your sunflowers, you will be part of “The Great Sunflower Project”. Your participation will help scientists understand the challenges that bees are facing today. The Amoskeag Fishways will supply the pots, soil, seeds, and bee guides with project instructions. Bee natural history programs will occur on the hour throughout the day. All ages welcome. Pre registration required. Cost: $8 for materials per participant.

Activity is located at the Amoskeag Fishways Center in Manchester, NH.

Fish Fest at Amokeag Fishways!

Fish Fest: May 15, 11 am - 3 pm

Fish Fest celebrates Merrimack River fish- all the fish, all the time, as only we can do at the Amoskeag Fishways. We will have fish crafts, fish viewing, fish hats, fish games and special musical guests. There will also be a special Native American fish blessing. No pre registration required.General Admission: $3 per person, $6 per family (parents & their own children under age 18)

The Amoskeag Fishways Public Programs:

Your entire family will enjoy these fun, interactive, and educational public programs offered year round at The Amoskeag Fishways. With some programs geared towards young children and others toward the young at heart, there is a program for everyone. Call and register for a public program today!

Family Friday Nights - Programs are for all ages and focus on the Merrimack River and its watershed. Cost: $5 per family unless otherwise noted. Pre-registration is required.

Fishways Fundays - Fishways Fundays are for children ages 4 to 5 accompanied by an adult. Cost: $5 per family. Preregistration is required.

Summer Vacation Series - Programs are broken up into 3 age groups: Explorers Series (ages 5-6), Adventurers Series (ages 7-9), and Voyagers Series (ages 10-13). Explorers and Adventurer groups meets once a week. Participants can attend one of two sessions per day, 10 a.m.-noon or 1:30-3:30 p.m. Adults attendance is not required. Cost: $8 per session or $30 for all four sessions.

Special Events - Open to all ages. No registration required.

Special Programs - Ages specified in program description.

New Classes for Homeschoolers River Ecology Series for Homeschoolers - Series is for children in grade levels four through eight accompanied by an adult. Group meets 1-3 pm. Cost: $6 per session/ $20 for all four sessions. This four-part series explores concepts of hydrology, living systems, water quality and conservation through direct observation and hands-on activities.

Family Friday Nights:

FIN tastic Voyage May 7, 7-8:30 pm
Some of our Merrimack River fish travel amazing distances. Find out which go the farthest as we play fish games, make a fish craft, and look for migrating fish in our ladder.

Eel Eve June 18 , 7-8 pm
On the final evening of fish season, we’ll see if we can spot any American Eels in our underwater viewing windows. We’ll learn about the lifecycle of this catadromous fish and find out why they swim all the way to the Sargasso Sea to lay their eggs.


Fishways Fundays:

Incredible Journey: A Fish Season Tour May 26, 10-11 am or 1-2 pm
Join us for a tour to learn about the incredible migration of some Merrimack River fish. We’ll discover what makes fish special and which fish make this difficult journey. We’ll even view them up close in our fish ladder.

Flower Power June 23, 10-11 am or 1-2 pm
What makes flowers so special? Why are they so pretty? What do they need to grow? Discover these answers and more as we search the Fishways for spring flowers and plant our own flower seeds to take home.

Summer Vacation Series:

Explorers Series for ages 5-610-Noon, Tues or Weds Begins July 13, ends Aug 4

Adventurers Series for ages 7-91:30-3:30, Tues or Weds Begins July 13, ends Aug 4

Cost: $8 per session/$30 for all four sessions. Please call for additional information.

Voyagers Series for ages 10-13 on July 9, 16, 23, 30. All day adventures on Thursdays exploring the natural wonders of the Merrimack River watershed

Cost: $28 per session/$105 for all four sessions.

Summer Vacation Series:

Explorers Series
July 8, 15, 22, 29

Adventurers Series
July 9, 16, 23, 30

Each age group meets once a week for fun 2 hour summer programs that turn the natural world into great learning experiences! Participants can attend one of two sessions per day, 10-noon or 1:30-3:30pm. Cost $8 per session/$30 for all four sessions.

July 8, 9: Amphibians Around Us
They're slimy, but superb! Get acquainted with some live New Hampshire amphibians.

July 15, 16: Critter Quest
Where do amphibians, fish and other critters hang out? Search a local habitat to find them yourself. Group meets at Fishways, then adults must transport children to site.

July 22, 23: Fun With Fish
Meet a variety of Merrimack fish up close and personal, fashion a fish craft, and play fish games.

July 29, 30: Adventures in the Woods
Explore the local woods with an emphasis on FUN! Group meets at Fishways, then adults must transport children to site.

Voyagers Series
July 10, 17, 24, 31

Each Thursday we will embark on an all day adventure exploring the natural wonders of the Merrimack River and Great Bay watershed. Cost: $28 per session/$105 for all four sessions

July 10: Learn to Paddle
Spend a day on the Merrimack River learning to paddle a canoe

July 17: Let’s Go Fishing
We’ll bring the poles- you bring your luck, as we spend the day fishing

July 24: Learn to Paddle Part II
Improve your paddling technique as we canoe on beautiful Newfound Lake

July 31: Great Bay Day!
Explore two sides of New Hampshire's Great Bay, climb a fire tower for a bird's eye view, and enjoy a special program at the Sandy Point Discovery Center

July 13: Learn to Paddle in the Watershed
Learn how to paddle a canoe on beautiful Newfound Lake.

July 20: Creature Quest
Discover how many different water creatures we can find in one day.

July 27: Let's Go Fishing
We'll bring the poles- you bring your luck, as we spend the day fishing!

Aug. 3: Merrimack Meets the Sea
What creatures live where the river meets the sea? We'll be treated to a special program at the Joppa Flats Audubon Sanctuary.

Special Events:

The 12th Annual Lamprey Appreciation Day Saturday, June 5, 10 am – 2 pm
Often mistaken for eels, sea lamprey are the oldest and coolest fish in the Merrimack River. Discover the fascinating life and history of this ‘sucker’ fish during this one-of-a-kind event. Presentations featuring live sea lamprey will run every half hour. Get sucked into the fun and hold a live, three-foot long sea lamprey! Cost: $2 per person or $5 per family (parents & their own children under age 18) No registration required

Registration is required for all programs, unless otherwise noted. If you are interested in signing up for a program, please check out our program registration policies. Program registrations are taken over the phone. Please call 626-3474 to register.

http://www.amoskeagfishways.org/public.html#events

Crayola Glow Explosion Event!

For those of you who love Crayola (who doesn't?), they have a new product out that is being featured at your local Toys R Us store on Saturday May 8th.

"Show off your glow" and take home a *free* gift!

Spring Break Craft and Games at the CPL!

Spring Break at the Concord Library: 4/26 - 30, 2010

Fun for Children - Daily at 2pm, in the Children's Room

Monday, April 26 Take or Make a Craft

Tuesday, April 27 Take or Make a Craft

Wednesday, April 28 Bingo

Thursday, April 29 Take or Make a Craft

Friday, April 30 Take or Make a Craft

Take or Make a Craft: pick up materials to take home or join us in making the craft here.

Fancy Nancy: Poet Extraordinaire!

I just found out that April is National Poetry Month...I didn't even know we had a National Poetry Month! Aynway, my friend Shannon emailed me the details to share on Resourceful Mom and it looks like a lot of fun!

Here are the details:

What: Celebrate National Poetry Month by dressing in your fanciest attire.

Where: Participated Borders locations, there's one here in Concord on Fort Eddy Road across from Hannaford

When: This Saturday, April 17th at 11 a.m.

Come join in the fun! They'll be word games, poetry writing, giveaways, and more!

A Thomas the Train Playdate!

Who: You and your Thomas the Train fan

What: A Thomas the Train playdate with storytime, coloring fun, Thomas trivia, special offers and FREE gifts!

Where: Toys R Us stores

When: Saturday April 17th from 11 am-1pm.

National Library Week!

Concord Public Library will celebrate National Library Week 2010 from April 11 through April 17! This year's theme is Communities Thrive @ Your Library. Please join us! All events are free and open to the public. For more information call 225-8670.

Check out the recent blog posts to see what's going on at the Concord Public Library during National Library Week.

Other events include:

Songs of Old New Hampshire. Monday, April 12 at 7:00 p.m.

Flute Performance. Thursday, April 15 at 2:00 p.m. In the Periodical Room

Paws for Pages. Thursday, April 15 at 3:30 p.m. In the Children’s Room

Building Community – A Family Lego Event! Saturday, April 17 from 10:00 a.m. to Noon

Poetry Reading. Monday, April 19 at 7:00 p.m. Library Auditorium.

More information at: http://news.concordpubliclibrary.net/

Today: LEGO Club!

Come visit the Concord Public Library for their monthly children's LEGO club!

Thursday, April 8th from 3:30-4:30.

This club gives Lego fans a chance to create with other builders. Each month will bring a new building challenge and a chance to make new friends! De-signed for grades K-8. Registration is not required.

Gardening Basics: Vegetables

Friday, April 16 from 12:10 to 1:00 p.m.

Located at the Library Auditorium.

Feel free to bring your own bag lunch to hear Master Gardener James Ramanek, Jr. give a presentation on “Gardening Basics (Vegetables).” He will cover subjects such as: should you have a garden? where should it be placed? soil preparation, planting zones, how to plant, and more. This program is sponsored by the University of New Hampshire Cooperative Extension and the Concord Public Library Foundation.

More events and news at: http://news.concordpubliclibrary.net/

Science Magic!

April 11 at 2:00 p.m. at the Concord Public Library Auditorium.

Please join us at the Concord Public library for “Science Magic,” from Boston’s Museum of Science. How do magicians pull a tablecloth off without disturbing the dishes? How do they make objects rise above the table? If you’ve ever wondered how magic tricks really work, this program will investigate the science behind the “magic” of several classic magic tricks. This program is sponsored by the Concord Public Library Foundation.

More new events at: http://news.concordpubliclibrary.net/

Shoestring Puppets during Family Story Time at the CPL

Wednesday, April 14 at 10:00 a.m.

Family Storytime presents a return engagement of the Shoestring Puppets. This year the puppets will put new twists into some classic tales, some new tales bound to become classics, and a few surprises!

2010 Easter Egg Hunt

This Saturday, April 3rd at 10:30, Concord and Penacook Residents are invited to attend the annual Easter Egg Hunt at one of 5 locations: Keach Park, Rolfe Park, Merrill Park, Rollins Park, and White Park. This event is for children in grades 4 and under. Rain or Shine.

There is also a Flashlight Easter Egg Hunt for children in grades 5-8, held at dusk (7pm) on Friday, April 2nd at White Park. Rain or Shine.

Flashlight Easter Egg Hunt details: Hunt through the park in search of the eggs. Find the golden eggs and win a prize. Make sure to bring a flashlight and something to collect the eggs in.

Weekly Feature: New Hampshire Fishercats

If you haven't been to a Fishercats game yet, you have to try it! It is a very family-friendly environment and there are a lot of families with children who attend. We went at least 7 times last year and had a blast!

I was hesitant that my four-year-old would be bored to tears watching a baseball game, but I was pleasantly surprised by the amount of things they had going on to keep her interested; like the hilarious sumo wrestlers, the kid's race with Fungo the mascot, sandwhich builder, and other fun games, and give-aways. If you choose to go to a home game, try to get tickets for the free Atlas Fireworks show. It's usually quite impressive! Who wouldn't want to see fireworks on a day other than the fourth of July?!

Most fireworks shows are on Thursday, Friday and Saturday game nights. The downfall is that you're family can be up quite late if you choose to stay for the fireworks show.

Most nights they have a special event or give-a-away, check out this year's 2010 schedule to see what your family might like to participate in:
http://www.nhfishercats.com/schedule.php

Keep in mind, tickets do sell fast! If this is something you're interested in, I'd definitely look into it sooner rather than later.

The Root Children: a new orginal ballet

When: March 27th, 2010. Showings at 2 p.m. & 7 p.m.

Where: Where: Concord City Auditorium, 2 Prince Street, Concord, NH

Cost: Tickets are $6 per child and $10 per adult, purchase at Gibson’s Bookstore, 27 South Main St, Concord, at Ballard’s Novelty and Party Shop, 7 Broadway St. Concord, and the studios of Petit Papillon, in the Green Street Community Center, 39 Green St., Concord. Group rates are available.

Details:

The Root Children is based upon the beloved German story written in 1906 about the seasons and how they change bringing birth and rebirth to nature.

Choreography for the ballet is by Patricia Walker and Kelly Doremus Stuart and will
reflect many areas of dance.

The ballet is an enchanting adaptation of the favorite children’s
story that will transport audiences into a fantasy world reflecting the forest home of birds,
butterflies, dragonflies and all the other creatures who dwell there.

Members the ballet theater are joined by younger students of Petit Papillon School
of Ballet to tell the story of the incredible natural world we live in.

Cast members for this production represent the communities of Concord, Bow, Hopkinton, Henniker, Pembroke, and Sanbornton.

The ballet will appeal to young and old alike.

For More information contact: Patricia Walker, Artistic Director
Phone: 603-746-2990 or 603-224-6463
Email: dansepap@mcttelecom.com
www.petitpapillon.org
Concord, NH

New Release taken from: http://www.petitpapillon.org/HTMLobj-498/NEWS_RELEASE.2.5.10.pdf

Family Concert at Concord Public Library

On Saturday, March 27 the Concord Public Library will be hosting singer/storyteller Steve Blunt and author/illustrator Marty Kelley for some upbeat musical fun! Enjoy readings from THE RULES and other books by Marty Kelley. This event offers singing-along, read-aloud, laugh-a-lot fun for all ages!

Concert begins at 10:00 a.m.

*Cover Art by Marty Kelley.

3D Easter Adventure!

What: Fun activities, free gifts, and more! (featuring Crayola brands)

When: Saturday March 27th from 12-2pm

Where: Toys r Us locations near you!

Free Boloco Burrito!

TOMORROW, Wednesday (3.24.10), Boloco is happy to announce: FREE BURRITO DAY #7

At two locations:

Harvard Sq.(71 Mt. Auburn St., Cambridge, MA)

Concord, NH(10 Ft. Eddy Rd., just off Exit 14, Rt. 93)

From: 11AM - 8PM

Mini and Small (formerly "regular") Burritos, Bowls, Wraps and Salads are FREE. The Original (our "new" larger than large size) is a buck.

Check out this historic site!

If you're ever in Derry, NH stop by and snap a picture of the beautiful Taylor Sawmill. Enjoy walking along the waters edge on many trails the New Hampshire forest has to offer. Enjoy the wildlife and rest or picnic near the water (picnic tables available).



This link has more information about the Taylor Mill:
http://www.newhampshire.com/historical-sites/taylor-mill.aspx

Michaels Birthday Bash & Free Family Event: Spring Thing

Celebrate by decorating your own t-shirt!

Michael's craft stores will be providing free fashion paint with a purchase of a t-shirt ($2.50).

Saturday, March 20th from 1pm-3pm.

ALSO:

The Knack's Free Family Event (also Michaels) is on March 27th, from 10am-1pm.

Create Spring projects with NEW Crayola® Model Magic® Presto Dots™!

Weekly Feature: You're Fired, create you're own pottery and mosaic studio

Wow! I love this place! Juliette and I went three weeks ago and had a blast!

This place offered a really nice, relaxing environment, with mellow music playing in the background; a perfect place to foster your creativity! The seating was cafe-style, it was very spacious and comfortable. Everything was very clean and organized. It was very easy for us to find the colors and materials we wanted to use. I liked how they displayed finished pieces around the room to show how certain paints and techniques look after being fired.

It was really fun to be able to personalize your own dishes and Juliette loved being able to create a masterpiece all on her own! The hard thing for Juliette and for other children might be the waiting time it takes for your pottery to dry and to cook. The wait time is usually one week, it was a nice surprise to see them after they had been fired and see how the colors changed during the process.

I also like how the dishes are all microwave and dishwasher safe, plus paints are lead-free, so no need to worry about contaminants leaching into your food.

Overall, this activity was really fun, we'll definitely do it again, but it isn't something I'd do on a regular basis because it the ceramic pieces are a little expensive.

You're Fired also has weekly specials. They are as follows:

Mondays: Open 11am-6pm, "Mini-Monday"- Half off studio fee for children all day

Tuesday: Open 11am-9pm, Ladies Night from 5pm-9pm- Half off studio fee for ladies

Wednesday: Open 11am-6pm, Senior Wednesdays - Half off studio fee for seniors all day

Thursday: Open 11am-9pm, Ladies Night from 5pm-9pm- Half off studio fee for ladies

Friday: Open 11am-9pm, Teen Night- Half off studio fee for teens.

Saturday: Open 11am-6pm

Sundays Open 11am-5pm

You're Fired also has time slots available for private bookings. Birthday parties, etc.

Check out You're Fired at: http://www.yourefirednh.com/

Locations in Concord, Bedford, Salem, and Nashua. (New Hampshire)

Celebrate Sun-Earth Day at the McAuliffe-Sherpard Discovery Center

Celebrate Sun-Earth Day with NASA, the NH Astronomical Society and the Discovery Center, Saturday, March 20! Participate in experiments and solar-science demonstrations including magnetism, detecting infrared and UV light, spectroscopy, the 2012 Fraud, NASA broadcasting and craft activities. If the sky is clear, observe the Sun through the Discovery Center’s observatory telescopes for solar spectroscopy in action. "Sight the Sun” at the moment of the Equinox at the outdoor Human Sundial exhibit. And - bring your cell phone to try out the Discovery Center's latest interactive experience - a virtual scavenger hunt that will take you on a tour of exciting Sun-Earth based exhibits! Complete the hunt and be entered to win a pair of tickets to Aerospacefest!

*Information from: http://www.facebook.com/#!/pages/Concord-NH/McAuliffe-Shepard-Discovery-Center/50512816763?ref=nf

*Photo from: wikipedia.org

15th Annual New Hampshire Maple Sugar Weekend!

The annual New Hampshire Maple Sugar Weekend is just around the corner! It's the time when over 50 sugar houses across the state of New Hampshire open their doors to the public. Enjoy free samples of maple syrup, candy, sugar, and other products and tour the facilities to see how maple syrup is really made. Some locations are offering pancake breakfasts, oxen and horse drawn hay rides, contests, and exotic animals.

When: March 27th & 28th, 2010

Where: Find a location nearest you at: http://www.nhliving.com/maplesugaring/

Cost: FREE!

More information available at (603) 225-3757

*photo taken from http://ohiosweetmaple.com/members/creekside/creekside.jpg

Are you WILD for Wild New Hampshire Day?

What better way to celebrate Earth day then by attending New Hampshire's 21st annual celebration!

See live animals, big fish, retriever dogs, trained falcons, and “The Battling Bull Moose of Fowlertown.” Exhibits by dozens of environmental, conservation and outdoor organizations from around New Hampshire. Hands-on activities for all ages, from wildlife crafts to archery and casting, and nature talks. Get a close-up look at hybrid vehicles and discover other energy-saving, environmentally friendly ideas. Co-sponsored by the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department and the New Hampshire Department of Environmental Services, with support from the Wildlife Heritage Foundation of New Hampshire. Visit http://www.wildnh.com/.

What: Wild New Hampshire Day

When: Saturday, April 17, 2010

Where: New Hampshire Fish and Game Department at 11 Hazen Drive, Concord.

Time: 10 a.m-3 p.m.

Cost: FREE!

*Photo taken from: http://loftlifemag.com/mu/files/2009/04/world-earth-day1.jpg

*Information taken from: http://www.wildnh.com/Newsroom/News_2010/News_2010_Q1/DWNH_Day_advance_011510.html