MONADNOCK REGION, N.H. (MyKeeneNow) Live music, film with live accompaniment, winter festivals and hands-on workshops fill the calendar this weekend across the Monadnock Region and nearby Vermont. From a classic animated film set to live music in Brattleboro, Vt., to downtown Keene’s annual Ice and Snow Festival, there are options for all ages from Friday through Sunday.
Friday, Feb. 6
The Adventures of Prince Achmed with Live Music
Epsilon Spires, Brattleboro, Vt., 7 p.m.
A screening of The Adventures of Prince Achmed (1926), widely regarded as the first full-length animated feature, will be presented with live musical accompaniment by Dickson & Familiar. The film, created using hand-cut silhouettes and inspired by One Thousand and One Nights, runs 75 minutes and is appropriate for all ages. Doors open at 6:30 p.m.
More information: https://www.epsilonspires.org
Pink Talking Fish
The Stone Church, Brattleboro, Vt., 8 p.m.
Pink Talking Fish brings together the music of Pink Floyd, Talking Heads and Phish in a high-energy live show.
More information: https://www.stonechurchvt.com
Kenny Warren’s Sweet World with JP Schlegelmilch
Brewbakers, Keene, 7:30 p.m.
Trumpeter and composer Kenny Warren leads Sweet World, blending jazz, folk and experimental sounds, with pianist JP Schlegelmilch joining the ensemble. Doors open at 7 p.m., with seating available on a first-come, first-served basis.
More information: https://www.brewbakerskeene.com
Saturday, Feb. 7
Keene Ice & Snow Festival
Downtown Keene, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
The 23rd annual Keene Ice & Snow Festival returns with ice carving competitions, live demonstrations, children’s activities, roaming performers and free hot chocolate stations throughout downtown. All events are free and open to the public.
More information: https://www.keeneicesnowfestival.org
DIY Valentine’s Sea Glass Tree Workshop
Frogg Brewing, Swanzey, 1 to 3 p.m.
Participants can create a sea glass tree with Valentine’s flair during this guided workshop. No prior experience is required.
More information: https://www.froggbrewing.com
Valentine’s Day Candle-Making Workshop
Summit Winery, Westmoreland, 1 to 3 p.m.
A hands-on candle-making workshop offers participants the chance to craft custom candles in a winery setting.
More information: https://www.summitwinerynh.com
Cornhole Tournament to Support Project Mayday
Fieldhouse at Homestead Mills, Swanzey, registration at 5:30 p.m.
Teams compete in a cornhole tournament benefiting Project Mayday, which supports firefighter mental health resources. Cash prizes will be awarded.
More information: https://www.homesteadmillsnh.com
Saturday Synthfest
Stage 33 Live, Bellows Falls, Vt., 6 p.m.
The monthly Synthfest celebrates electronic music, circuit-bending and sound manipulation. A gear Q&A begins at 6 p.m., followed by performances at 7 p.m.
More information: https://www.stage33live.com
The Bottom Dollars
Marigold, Brattleboro, Vt., 8 p.m.
This New England trio performs bluegrass standards, overlooked gems and original material. Admission is free.
More information: https://www.marigold.org
Little Lies: A Tribute to Fleetwood Mac
The Clubhouse Bar and Grill, Charlestown, 9 p.m.
Little Lies delivers a high-energy tribute to the music of Fleetwood Mac, covering decades of the band’s catalog.
More information: https://www.theclubhousecharlestown.com
Sunday, Feb. 8
Lunar New Year Festival and Potluck
Brattleboro Museum & Art Center, Brattleboro, Vt., 1 p.m.
The museum hosts a Lunar New Year celebration featuring a community potluck and activities for all ages.
More information: https://www.brattleboromuseum.org
Titanic: The Musical — Filmed for Cinemas
The Park Theatre, Jaffrey, 2 p.m.
A filmed performance of the acclaimed UK revival of “Titanic: The Musical” will be shown as part of the ArtsCinema Stage2Screen series. Tickets are $18.
More information: https://www.theparktheatre.org


