MONADNOCK REGION, N.H. (MyKeeneNow) The weekend is packed with live performances, art exhibits, and family-friendly festivities across southern Vermont and New Hampshire. Whether you’re in the mood for jazz, theater, or outdoor fun, there’s something for everyone. Here’s what’s happening:

Friday, Feb. 21

Jazz Nights: Samirah Evans and Her Handsome Devils
6 p.m., Retreat Farm, Brattleboro, VT
Enjoy an evening of jazz and dinner in the North Barn with Samirah Evans and Her Handsome Devils, known for their New Orleans-inspired sound. No tickets required. Presented by the Vermont Jazz Center. retreatfarm.org

She Kills Monsters
7 p.m., Landmark College, Putney, VT
This action-packed dramatic comedy by Qui Nguyen follows Agnes Evans as she discovers her late sister’s world through a Dungeons & Dragons notebook. Free admission. landmark.edu

Girls Night – The Musical
7 p.m., The Colonial Theatre, Keene
A hilarious, feel-good musical following five friends on a wild night out, featuring hit songs like “It’s Raining Men” and “I Will Survive.” Tickets: $42–$62. thecolonial.org

Liza: A Truly Terrific, Absolutely True Story
7:30 p.m., The Park Theatre, Jaffrey
Bruce David Klein’s documentary celebrates Liza Minnelli’s rise to stardom, packed with archival footage and personal insights. Tickets: $9–$10. theparktheatre.org

First Look: Three World Premieres
7:30 p.m., The Edge Theater, Keene
The Edge Ensemble presents three original one-act plays exploring identity, career shifts, and comedic twists. Tickets: $15–$18, cash or check at the door. edgeensemble.org

Class
7:30 p.m., Hooker-Dunham Theater, Brattleboro, VT
In this U.S. premiere by Iseult Golden and David Horan, a parent-teacher conference reveals complex power dynamics. Tickets: $15. hookerdunham.org

Saturday, Feb. 22

Artful Ice Shanties 2025
All day, Retreat Farm, Brattleboro, VT
Explore an outdoor exhibit of wildly creative ice shanties, presented by the Brattleboro Museum & Art Center. brattleboromuseum.org

Nora Unwin: Writer & Illustrator
10:30 a.m., Monadnock Center, Peterborough
Celebrate Nora Unwin’s 118th birthday with an illustrated talk about her career in children’s literature. Free admission. monadnockcenter.org

Psychic & Healing Fair
11 a.m.–4 p.m., The Earth Magic Shoppe, Hillsborough
Meet psychics, experience sound healing, and shop from local vendors. Admission is free, with individual session prices set by each reader. earthmagicshoppe.com

Shape-Note Singing
2–4 p.m., Nelson Library, Nelson
This welcoming community sing-along features traditional shape-note music. No experience required. monadnockfolk.org

Stories from Both Sides: The Mexico/Arizona Border
3 p.m., Mariposa Museum, Peterborough
David Blair and Lina Hervas share stories and photos from their time at the U.S.-Mexico border. Free, donations welcome. mariposamuseum.org

Spaghetti, Wine Tasting, and Music
4 p.m., Winchester VFW Post 3968
Enjoy a spaghetti dinner, wine tasting, and live music. Tickets: $10–$40 for families of four or more.

Stop Making Sense – Concert Film Event
7 p.m., The Colonial Theatre, Keene
Catch the 1984 Talking Heads concert film, hailed as the “greatest concert film of all time.” thecolonial.org

Winterpills 20th Anniversary Show
8 p.m. (doors at 7 p.m.) Stone Church, Brattleboro, VT
Celebrate 20 years of Winterpills’ lush harmonies and intricate songwriting as they perform their self-titled debut album in its entirety. Expect fan favorites, new material, and the band’s signature sound. Folk/rock singer-songwriter Dave Houghton of Fancy Trash shares the bill.  Tickets available at www.stonechurchvt.com.

Harmonies of the Heart
Saturday, Feb. 22, 2 p.m.
Keene Public Library, 60 Winter St., Keene
The Keene Chamber Orchestra and Keene Public Library present an afternoon of inspiring music. The event begins with a lecture by Maestro Eric Thomas at 2 PM, followed by a 3 PM concert featuring:

  • Chinese Folk Song Suite for String Orchestra by Chen Yi
  • Concertino for Flute by Cecile Chaminade, featuring Julie Armstrong
  • Bachianas Brasileiras No. 5 by Heitor Villa-Lobos, featuring Esther Rhoades, soprano
  • Symphony No. 4, Movement 4 by Gustav Mahler, featuring Esther Rhoades, soprano
  • Symphony No. 2 “The Little Russian” by Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky
    Free and open to the public.

Sunday, Feb. 23

Brattleboro Winter Carnival
10 a.m.–9 p.m., Various locations, Brattleboro, VT
Enjoy sleigh rides, skiing, indoor family fun, and a glow skate. Full schedule at brattleborowintercarnival.org.

Garrett Cameron & Natalie Backes
3 p.m., Nelson Town Hall
These musicians, known from the local contradance scene, perform a Celtic-inspired set. Tickets: $10 advance, $12 day of show.

History of New Hampshire Covered Bridges
4 p.m., Westmoreland Town Hall
Kim Varney Chandler shares the history and preservation of New Hampshire’s iconic covered bridges. Free admission.

NXT Gallery: Eileen Christelow – Opening Reception
5 p.m., Next Stage Arts Project, Putney, VT
Meet the illustrator of Five Little Monkeys and view her latest works. Free admission. nextstagearts.org

Charlotte Morris and Elliott Lee Friesen
6 p.m., Stage 33 Live, Bellows Falls, VT
Catch this intimate folk performance. Tickets: $15 in advance, limited to 40 seats. stage33live.com

One Love! Heart-Centered Kirtan
Sunday, Feb. 23, 4 p.m.
The Gathering Space, 82 Washington St., Keene
Join Heart-Centered Kirtan for an uplifting afternoon of mantra music aimed at cultivating love, compassion, and courage. The music will be led by Libby Volckening (keys/vox), Ezra Landis (guitar), Thomas Matherly (bass), and Owen Landis (percussion).
$20 suggested donation, but pay what feels right. Ten percent of proceeds will benefit Kroka Expeditions.
Reserve your space at www.heartcenteredkirtan.com or donate at the door.
Questions? Call 413-834-4524 or email heartcenteredkirtan@gmail.com.