(MyKeeneNow) – There’s an exciting lineup of events this weekend, catering to a variety of tastes—from music and theater to craft beer festivals and lively community gatherings. Here’s a rundown of what’s happening:

Friday, August 2, 2024

Gallery Walk Brattleboro
5 to 9 p.m.
Downtown Brattleboro, VT

The vibrant streets of Brattleboro come alive for the monthly Gallery Walk. Explore 20 art stops, enjoy live music from Thus Love, and browse handmade wares at the Brattleboro Flea. Food trucks and the unique “Artful Streets” performances add to the evening’s charm. This is a rain or shine event.
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Friday Night Date Night at Jaffrey Civic Center
6 to 7 p.m.
Jaffrey Civic Center, Jaffrey, NH

Enjoy an evening of music with Pati and Ken Cloutier on the front lawn of the Jaffrey Civic Center. This free event offers light refreshments and is part of the center’s ongoing “Front Lawn Fun” series, designed to engage the community in arts and culture.
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Rock Voices Brattleboro: Queen Tribute
7:30 to 9:30 p.m.
Centre Congregational Church, Brattleboro, VT

Experience the powerful harmonies of the 40-voice Rock Voices choir as they perform a tribute to Queen, accompanied by a professional band.
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Teen Movie Night: “The Breakfast Club”
8:30 to 10:30 p.m.
224 Main Street Parking Lot, Brattleboro, VT

Teens in grades 7-12 are invited to a special outdoor screening of the iconic 80s film The Breakfast Club. Snacks are provided, and attendees should bring their own seating.
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“Macbeth” by Project Shakespeare
6 p.m.
Dublin Community Church, 1125 Main St..

The event is family-friendly. Additional shows are Saturday, Aug. 3 at 2 and 6 p.m. and Sunday, Aug. 4 at 4 p.m.
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Storytelling Slam!
7 to 9 p.m.
Chase’s Mill, 801 Forest Road, Alstead

Participate in “The Earwig,” an open-mic storytelling event inspired by New York’s “The Moth.” Share or listen to 5-minute personal stories based on the theme “ROCK.” Open to ages 10-plus.
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Saturday, August 3, 2024

Wyman Tavern Brew Fest
noon to 5 p.m.
Wyman Tavern Museum, Keene, NH
Join the Historical Society of Cheshire County for their signature event featuring local craft beers, spirits, and live music. VIP tickets offer early access and special brews.
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Bandwagon Summer Series: Glen David Andrews Band
6 p.m.
Cooper Field, Putney, VT
New Orleans native Glen David Andrews brings his commanding voice and fierce trombone sound to Putney for an evening of music that blends culture, history, and soulful sounds.
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Garnet Rogers in Concert
7 to 9:30 p.m.
Bass Hall, Monadnock Center, Peterborough, NH
Folk music enthusiasts can enjoy an intimate performance by Garnet Rogers, known for his powerful baritone voice and poignant songwriting.
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Peterborough Contra Dance
7:30 to 11 p.m.
Peterborough Town House
Join the lively community contra dance, featuring music by the Sugar River Band and calling by Tod Whittemore. All ages and skill levels are welcome.
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The Music of MOONDOG!
8 to 10:30 p.m.
Epsilon Spires, Brattleboro, VT
An extraordinary night of instrumental and vocal music celebrating the compositions of Moondog, along with contemporary reflections by Julian Calv.
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Ones From the Vaults: Rocky Horror Shadow Cast
11:00 p.m.
Latchis Theatre, Brattleboro, VT
Get ready for a wild late-night experience with Brattleboro’s original Rocky Horror shadow cast. Audience participation is encouraged, and costumes are welcome.
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The I Love Zappa Tour – Banned from Utopia with the Paul Green Rock Academy 
8 p.m.
The Stone Church, 210 Main St., Brattleboro, VT

A tribute to Frank Zappa featuring former band members.
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Sunday, August 4, 2024

Paul Klemperer Jazz/Blues & Brunch
12 p.m.
Burritoville House Concerts, Sullivan
Enjoy a soulful brunch with live jazz and blues by Paul Klemperer, a staple of the Austin music scene since the 1980s.

Whether you’re looking to immerse yourself in the arts, dance the night away, or simply relax with some good food and music, this weekend has something for everyone. Don’t miss out on the fun! $20, email Burritoville@myfairpoint.net for reservations.

Garrison Keillor Tonight
2 p.m.
Bellows Falls Opera House, Bellows Falls, VT

Part of the Ray Massucco Concert Series, Garrison Keillor Tonight features stand-up, storytelling, audience song, and poetry. One man, one microphone. There are sung sonnets, limericks and musical jokes, and the thread that runs through it is the beauty of growing old. Despite the inconvenience, old age brings the contentment of LESS IS MORE. Your mistakes and big ambitions are behind you, nothing left to prove, and small things give you great pleasure because that’s what’s left. (“I was unhappy in college because it was a requirement for an intellectual, but then I went into show business and discovered that people won’t pay to be made unhappy, their kids will do it for free.”)

There is the News from Lake Wobegon, a town booming with new entrepreneurs, makers of artisanal firewood and gourmet meatloaf, breeders of composting worms, and dogs trained to do childcare. But some things endure, such as the formation of the Living Flag on Main Street, citizens in tight formation wearing red, white or blue caps, and Mr. Keillor among them, standing close to old neighbors, Myrtle Krebsbach (“Truckstop”) and Julie Christensen (“Bruno, The Fishing Dog”) and Clint Bunsen. And an a cappella sing-along with the audience singing from memory an odd medley of patriotic songs, pop standards, hymns, and ending with the national anthem.
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Town House Concert by Monadnock Music
3 p.m.
Peterborough Town House, 1 Grove St.

Enjoy Antonio Vivaldi’s “Four Seasons” and Astor Piazzolla’s “Four Seasons of Buenos Aires,” featuring the Monadnock Music Festival Orchestra.
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Hot Flamenco! Juanito Pascual, guitar; Jose Moreno, percussion
4 to 6 p.m.
Temple Congregational Church, 17 Main St.

Hosted by Electric Earth Concerts, jazz-flamenco guitarist Juanito Pascual and percussionist José Moreno perform with flamenco dancer Nélida Tirado.
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Twilight on the Tavern Lawn: The Emily Margaret Band
6 p.m.
Putney Tavern Lawn, 133 Main St, Putney, VT

The Emily Margaret Band, known for blending R&B and jazz, will perform as part of the Twilight On The Tavern Lawn summer concert series. The concert is free to the public; donations are accepted.
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