(MyKeeneNow) – A variety of events are set to take place across the Monadnock region this weekend, including classic films, live music, puppetry, and family festivals. Here’s a look at what’s coming up:
Friday, Sept. 13
Friday Night Classic Film: “Friday the 13th”
Time: 7 p.m.
Location: SHOWROOM, 20 Commercial St., Keene
Celebrate Friday the 13th with the 1980 slasher film that helped define the genre. Follow the reopening of Camp Crystal Lake, where a mysterious figure stalks camp counselors. Tickets are $12 for adults, $10 for Colonial Theatre members.
More info: The Colonial Theatre
Puppets in the Green Mountains: “Feral”
Time: 7:30 p.m.
Location: New England Youth Theatre, 100 Flat St., Brattleboro, VT
This dark farce explores the tension between societal behavior and intuition as a woman embarks on a transformative journey into a feral state. General admission is $22, with discounts for students, seniors, and EBT/Medicaid holders.
More info: Sandglass Theater
“The Unknown” with Live Pipe Organ Soundtrack
Time: 8-10 p.m.
Location: Epsilon Spires, 190 Main St., Brattleboro, VT
Watch the 1927 silent film “The Unknown” accompanied by a live pipe organ score by Jeff Rapsis. The event serves as a fundraiser for the New England Center for Circus Arts.
More info: Epsilon Spires
A.J. Croce – “Croce Plays Croce” 50th Anniversary Tour
Time: 8 p.m.
Location: The Colonial Theatre, 95 Main St., Keene
A.J. Croce performs hits by his father, Jim Croce, in this special anniversary concert. Tickets range from $39 to $75.
More info: The Colonial Theatre
Saturday, Sept. 14
Electric Earth Concerts Presents the Borromeo String Quartet
Time: 7-9 p.m.
Location: Peterborough Town House, 1 Grove St., Peterborough
Enjoy an evening of classical music, featuring works by Beethoven, Vijay Iyer, and Sibelius, performed by the Borromeo String Quartet. Admission is $30, and students can attend for free.
More info: Electric Earth Concerts
Unfretted: Indian Strings in Conversation with Deep Seize
Time: 7-10 p.m.
Location: Brewbakers, Keene
Experience a fusion of South Indian classical and electronic music with two fretless string instruments and the duo Deep Seize. Doors open at 7 p.m.
More info: Nova Arts
Mole Hill Theatre Presents The Evocatives and Ben Jennings Quartetsic in Bass Hall
Time: 7:30-9:30 p.m.
Location: Monadnock Center, 19
Time: 7:30-10:30 p.m.
Location: Mole Hill Theatre, 803 Gilsum Mine Rd., East Alstead
Enjoy an evening of indie rock and jazz with performances by two bands. Tickets are $15. Attendees can bring their own beverages.
More info: Mole Hill Theatre
The Musical Willa Cather – Mu Grove St., Peterborough
Pianist and music historian Virginia Eskin delves into the classical music woven into the novels of Willa Cather. Tickets are $25, or $20 for members.
More info: Monadnock Center
Sunday, Sept. 15
Keene Pride Festival
Time: 12-6 p.m.
Location: Central Square, Keene
The Keene Pride Festival marks the grand finale of Pride Week, with circus acts, drag performances, live music, and more than 90 vendors. Featured performers include Nova One, Mason Ames, and Alexandra Burnet.
More info: Keene Pride