KEENE, N.H. (MyKeeneNow)  From blues to gypsy jazz, Earth Day festivals to Greek dancing, this weekend is packed with entertainment and community events around the Monadnock Region and southern Vermont. Here’s your guide, organized by date, to help you plan an unforgettable spring weekend.

Friday, April 25, 2025

Friends of Keene Public Library Spring Book Sale
10 a.m. – 6 p.m. | Keene Public Library, 60 Winter St., Keene, NH
Browse thousands of gently used books in every genre. Proceeds support library programming and museum passes. Continues through Sunday.
More info: keenepubliclibrary.org

Bob Denson LIVE at Birdies
7 – 9 p.m. | Birdies, 18 Main St., Keene, NH
Enjoy a night of blues with Bob Denson in a relaxed downtown setting. Doors open at 6 p.m.
More info: birdiesbar.com

Secret Mall Apartment + Q&A
7 p.m. | Latchis Theatre, 50 Main St., Brattleboro, VT
Watch the award-winning documentary about a secret apartment built inside a Rhode Island mall. Post-film Q&A with subject Michael Townsend.
More info: latchis.com

Blues Brothers the Next Generation
7:30 p.m. | Showroom at The Colonial, 20 Commercial St., Keene, NH
High-energy tribute band channels the original Blues Brothers vibe in this lively performance.
Tickets: thecolonial.org

Saturday, April 26, 2025

Friends of Keene Public Library Spring Book Sale
10 a.m. – 5 p.m. | Keene Public Library, Keene, NH

Earth Day Festival at Cathedral of the Pines
10 a.m. – 4 p.m. | 10 Hale Hill Rd., Rindge, NH
A free, family-friendly Earth Day celebration with hikes, music, talks, demos, and kids’ activities.
More info: cathedralofthepines.org

Earth Fest at Monadnock Food Co-op
12 – 4 p.m. | 34 Cypress St., Keene, NH
Celebrate sustainability with live music, local food, a Drive Electric EV showcase, and Earth Day BBQ.
More info: monadnockfood.coop

ARC Cultural & Storytelling Event
1 – 4 p.m. | SIT Campus, 1 Kipling Rd., Brattleboro, VT
Enjoy a cultural showcase of food, music, and stories from local immigrant communities.
Info: Email ARC@therootsjc.org

Met Opera Live in HD: Le Nozze Di Figaro
1 p.m. | Peterborough Players Theater, 55 Hadley Rd., Peterborough, NH
Mozart’s comic masterpiece comes to life on the big screen in this acclaimed HD broadcast.
Tickets: peterboroughplayers.org

Greek Concert & Dancing
6 – 8:30 p.m. | St. George Greek Orthodox Church, 70 West St., Keene, NH
Live Greek music, food, and dancing featuring traditional performances and audience participation.
More info: saintgeorgekeene.org

Stephane Wrembel Quartet
7:30 p.m. | Next Stage Arts, 15 Kimball Hill, Putney, VT
Globally acclaimed gypsy jazz guitarist performs live. In-person and livestream options available.
Tickets: nextstagearts.org

Laurie MacAllister (of Red Molly) in Concert
7 p.m. | Monadnock Center, 19 Grove St., Peterborough, NH
Beloved Americana singer-songwriter launches her solo tour with heartfelt folk originals.
More info: monadnockcenter.org

Little Women – Project Shakespeare
7 – 8:30 p.m. | First Congregational Church of Rindge, 6 Payson Hill Rd., Rindge, NH
Youth actors bring Louisa May Alcott’s classic to life. Also showing Sunday.
More info: projectshakespeare.org

Another Tequila Sunrise – Eagles Tribute
7:30 p.m. | Colonial Theatre, 95 Main St., Keene, NH
Renowned Eagles tribute band captures the spirit and sound of the original group.
Tickets: thecolonial.org

Live at Harlow’s: Brother Seamus
8 – 10 p.m. | Harlow’s Pub, 3 School St., Peterborough, NH
Free show featuring folk-rock and Woodstock-era vibes by Brother Seamus.
More info: harlowspub.com

Secret Mall Apartment + Q&A with Director
7 p.m. | Latchis Theatre, Brattleboro, VT
Encore screening of the documentary followed by Q&A with director Jeremy Workman.

Sunday, April 27, 2025

Friends of Keene Public Library Spring Book Sale
10 a.m. – 2 p.m. | Keene, NH

Yoga & Mimosas at Birdies
10 – 11 a.m. | Birdies, 18 Main St., Keene, NH
Stretch and sip with instructor Katelynn. $15 for a mocktail, $20 includes a mimosa.
More info: birdiesbar.com

Dog Egg Hunt at Frogg Brewing
12 p.m. | Frogg Brewing, 580 Sawyers Crossing Rd., Swanzey, NH
Treat-filled egg hunt for leashed dogs. $25 per dog; advance registration required.
Register: Eventbrite.com – Woodland Wanders

Chock Full O’Notes Spring Concert
1 p.m. | Mabel Brown Room, Keene State College, Keene, NH
Free choral performance by the campus a cappella group.

Little Women – Project Shakespeare
4 – 5:30 p.m. | First Congregational Church of Rindge, NH

John Stowell & Draa Hobbs Duo
7 – 8 p.m. | Stage 33 Live, 33 Bridge St., Bellows Falls, VT
Acclaimed jazz guitarists perform in an intimate setting. $15 advance, $20 at door.
More info: stage33live.com