MONADNOCK REGION, N.H. (MyKeeneNow) The first weekend of summer brings a packed schedule of festivals, live music, theater, dance performances and community gatherings throughout the Monadnock Region. From Juneteenth celebrations in Keene to the return of Northlands Live in Swanzey, residents and visitors will find plenty of opportunities to enjoy the season.

Friday, June 19

Juneteenth Celebration
The City of Keene, W.S. Badger and the Keene Family YMCA will host a free Juneteenth celebration from 5 to 8 p.m. at Fuller Park, 312 Washington St., Keene. The family-friendly event will feature live music, activities and a community gathering honoring the end of slavery in the United States. More information is available at www.keenenh.gov.

Wolfman Jack at Nova Arts
Wolfman Jack will perform two sets beginning at 6:30 p.m. at Nova Arts, 48 Emerald St., Keene. The concert will include a special presentation of Ned Lagin’s “Seastones” and performances by Jair-Rohm Parker Wells and Dei Xhrist. Tickets and information are available at www.novaarts.org.

10-Minute Play Festival
Actors Theatre Playhouse continues its annual 10-Minute Play Festival at 7:30 p.m. in West Chesterfield. The production features seven short plays selected from more than 300 submissions from playwrights across the country. Additional performances are scheduled Saturday evening. Reservations and tickets are available at www.atplayhouse.org.

Northlands Live
The three-day Northlands Live music festival opens today at the Cheshire Fairgrounds in Swanzey and continues through Sunday. More than 30 artists will perform across three stages, including Joe Russo’s Almost Dead, Dirty Heads, The Disco Biscuits, Lotus and Yonder Mountain String Band. Festival details and tickets are available at www.northlandslive.com.

Saturday, June 20

Northlands Live
The second day of Northlands Live continues at the Cheshire Fairgrounds in Swanzey with a full lineup of music, camping, food vendors, art installations and family activities. Visit www.northlandslive.com for schedules and tickets.

UPLIFT!
Peterborough Dance Theatre presents “UPLIFT!” at 2 p.m. at The Park Theatre in Jaffrey. The performance will feature dancers ages 4 to 21 showcasing a variety of styles, including ballet, jazz, modern, tap and hip-hop. Tickets and information are available at www.theparktheatre.org and www.peterboroughdancetheatre.com.

WINKFEST Country Music Festival
WINK Country’s annual WINKFEST returns from 3 to 7 p.m. at Frogg Brewing Company, 580 Sawyers Crossing Road, Swanzey. The festival will feature live country music, food vendors, family activities and local attractions. Advance tickets are available at www.winkfest.eventbrite.com.

Kind of Blue
Electric Earth Concerts presents “Kind of Blue” at 7 p.m. at First Church in Jaffrey. The program will feature works by Leonard Bernstein, Joan Tower and Derek Bermel, along with world premiere compositions by Scott Lindroth and Jamie Keesecker. Details are available at www.electricearthconcerts.org.

10-Minute Play Festival
Actors Theatre Playhouse presents another performance of its annual 10-Minute Play Festival at 7:30 p.m. in West Chesterfield. Visit www.atplayhouse.org for tickets.

Summer Solstice Concert
The Solstice Sisters return to Nelson Town Hall for a Summer Solstice concert at 7:30 p.m. Admission is pay-what-you-can, with a suggested donation of $15. Additional information is available at www.nelsontownhall.com.

Sunday, June 21

Northlands Live
The final day of Northlands Live wraps up at the Cheshire Fairgrounds in Swanzey with music, arts and community activities. Visit www.northlandslive.com for details.

Village Concert: Inextinguishable Joy
Monadnock Music opens its 61st season with “Inextinguishable Joy” at 3 p.m. at Harrisville Community Church in Harrisville. The concert will feature works by Mozart, Brahms and the Danish String Quartet. Tickets and information are available at www.monadnockmusic.org.