MONADNOCK REGION, N.H. (MyKeeneNow) Looking for something to do this weekend? From outdoor concerts and art tours to classic films, theater, and community fundraisers, the Monadnock Region and surrounding areas are packed with activities for all ages and interests. Whether you’re in the mood for live music under the stars, a good laugh at a local play, or a meaningful documentary screening, here’s your guide to what’s happening.
Friday, July 11
Classic Film: Sixteen Candles
The Colonial Theatre, 95 Main St., Keene
7 p.m.
Relive the 1980s with this coming-of-age classic starring Molly Ringwald and Anthony Michael Hall. Rated PG.
Tickets: $12 ($10 for Colonial members)
thecolonial.org
Small Pond Productions presents Drinking Habits
Community House of Marlborough, 160 Main St., Marlborough
7:30 p.m.
A farcical comedy about secret wine-making nuns and undercover reporters.
$15–$20 at the door (cash/check)
smallpondproductions.org
Saturday, July 12
Yard Sale & Bake Sale for Adoptable Dogs
Fast Friends Greyhound Adoption, 14 W. Swanzey Rd., Swanzey
8 a.m.–2 p.m.
Shop gently used items, grab lunch, and support rescue dogs.
Free admission
helpinggreyhounds.org
RoadShow1 – Public Sing by Keene Cheshiremen
The Home Depot, 22 Ash Brook Rd., Keene
10 a.m.–12 p.m.
Enjoy barbershop harmonies and consider joining the chorus.
keenecheshiremen.org
Artist & Garden Tour
Begins at Jaffrey Civic Center, 40 Main St., Jaffrey
10 a.m.–4 p.m.
Tour private gardens featuring artists working live on site.
$15
jaffreyciviccenter.com
Our Story Plein Air Day at Monadnock Berries
545 W. Hill Rd., Troy
10 a.m.–2 p.m.
Artists from the Historical Society’s “Our Story” project paint on location.
hsccnh.org
Documentary Screening: Braiding a New Life
Latchis Theatre, 50 Main St., Brattleboro, VT
4:30–6 p.m.
A locally produced film about asylum seekers in Vermont, followed by a talkback.
$20+ sliding scale
hapticpictures.com
Diane Ammons in Concert
The Park Theatre, 19 Main St., Jaffrey
6 p.m.
Enjoy an eclectic set of classic pop, country, and soft rock from a local favorite.
theparktheatre.org
Mitchella: Outdoor Punk Rock Festival
487 Spofford Rd., Westmoreland
4 p.m.
Catch local punk acts like The Graniteers, Know Your Program, and The Flems.
Free
mitchella.net
Wolfman Jack Play Primal Dead
Brewbakers, Keene
Doors at 7 p.m., music at 7:30 p.m.
Live music tribute to early Grateful Dead sets.
Name-your-price option available thanks to a TD Charitable Foundation grant
wolfmanjackband.com
Molly Venter & Eben Pariser
Monadnock Center for History and Culture, 19 Grove St., Peterborough
7–9 p.m.
Folk duo from Red Molly and Roosevelt Dime perform in concert.
$25 in advance at pfms.org, $30 day of show
Small Pond Productions presents Drinking Habits
Community House of Marlborough
7:30 p.m.
Second performance of the weekend. See Friday listing above.
smallpondproductions.org
Temple Mountain, Ian Galipeau & Dylan Patrick Ward
Harlow’s Pub, 3 School St., Peterborough
8–10:15 p.m.
Singer-songwriters perform a free show blending folk and rock.
harlowspub.com
Sunday, July 13
Small Pond Productions presents Drinking Habits
Community House of Marlborough
2 p.m.
Final showing of the weekend.
smallpondproductions.org
Twilight on the Tavern Lawn: Kalos
Putney Tavern Lawn, 133 Main St., Putney, VT
6–8 p.m.
Celtic roots trio performs as part of Putney’s summer concert series.
Free (donations accepted)
nextstagearts.org
Hinsdale Summer Band Concerts
Heritage Park, Brattleboro Rd., Hinsdale
6:30–8 p.m.
Weekly community band concert sponsored by the Lions Club.
Free
hinsdalelions.org
SBW Concerts on the Green: East Bay Jazz Ensemble
Town Green, Washington St., Walpole
6:30–8 p.m.
Kick back with a picnic and enjoy live jazz on the green.
Free
sbw.org