MONADNOCK REGION, N.H. (MyKeeneNow) The first weekend of October brings a full calendar of entertainment and community gatherings across the Monadnock region and southern Vermont. From stand-up comedy and live music to family festivals, walking tours, and even a blessing of the animals, there are plenty of opportunities to get outside, connect with neighbors, and celebrate the season.

Friday, Oct. 3

Tether + Revenge Body + Noise Nomads
7 p.m., Epsilon Spires, 190 Main St., Brattleboro, VT
Dark synth-pop artist Revenge Body headlines alongside experimental performer Tether, who uses handmade cassette tape loops, and Noise Nomads.
More: epsilonspires.org

Vermont Comedy All Stars Live Stand-up Showcase
7:30 p.m., 15 Kimball Hill, Putney, VT
Hosted by Gordon Clark, the showcase features Tim Lovett and other comics from across the region.
More: vermontcomedyallstars.com

Jimmie JJ Walker & Friends
7:30 p.m., The Park Theatre, 19 Main St., Jaffrey
The comedian, best known for his “Dyn-o-mite!” catchphrase, brings his stand-up act to the Park Theatre.
More: theparktheatre.org

Sucka Punch: Brattleboro Graffiti Jam
Oct. 3-5, Brattleboro Museum & Art Center, 10 Vernon St., Brattleboro, VT
This three-day festival includes live graffiti art, DJs, kids’ activities, a dance party, and a film screening.
More: brattleboromuseum.org

Saturday, Oct. 4

Cedarcrest’s Walk & Roll – Passport to Celebrations
10 a.m.-noon, Cedarcrest, 91 Maple Ave., Keene
The annual fundraiser features a 2.1-mile walk, followed by sensory stations themed around global festivals. Proceeds support children with complex medical needs.
More: cedarcrestcenter.org

Feeding Tiny Tummies Family Fall Festival
10 a.m.-3 p.m., Cheshire Fairgrounds, 247 Monadnock Highway, Swanzey
Games, contests, live music, animal visits, face painting, balloon art, and more are included in this benefit for Feeding Tiny Tummies.
More: feedingtinytummies.com

Downtown in Our Town Walking Tour
10:30 a.m.-noon, Monadnock Center, 19 Grove St., Peterborough
A walking tour exploring Thornton Wilder’s connections to Peterborough and the inspirations behind his Pulitzer Prize-winning play, Our Town.
More: monadnockcenter.org

MATS Empty Bowls Soup Fundraiser
11 a.m.-2 p.m., Dublin Community Center, 1123 Main St., Dublin
Enjoy homemade soup and take home a handcrafted artisan bowl to support the Monadnock Area Transitional Shelter.
More: matsnh.org

Blessing of the Animals
1 p.m., 85 NH Rt. 119 W, Fitzwilliam
Bring pets or photos of pets for a traditional blessing on the lawn in honor of St. Francis of Assisi. Rain date: Oct. 5 at 1 p.m.

Take Me Home – The Music of John Denver starring Jim Curry
7 p.m., The Colonial Theatre, 95 Main St., Keene
Jim Curry performs John Denver’s classic hits in a tribute show endorsed by Denver’s own collaborators.
More: thecolonial.org

Sunday, Oct. 5

Fall Foliage Trail Races
9 a.m.-noon, Keene Family YMCA, 200 Summit Road, Keene
Runners can choose a 5k or 10k trail race, both showcasing Keene’s autumn scenery. Funds benefit YMCA programs.
More: keeneymca.org