MONADNOCK REGION, N.H. (MyKeeneNow) From live music and film screenings to Halloween celebrations and local fundraisers, there’s plenty happening across the Monadnock Region and southern Vermont this weekend.
Friday, Oct. 24
Viva Bach Peterborough: “Organ and Cello”
7 p.m., All Saints Episcopal Church, Peterborough, N.H. • Free
Organist Aaron Tan and cellist Ignacy Gadamovich perform works by J.S. Bach in this chamber concert.
More information: allsaints-peterborough.org
Malika Zarra
7:30 p.m., Showroom at The Colonial Theatre, Keene, N.H. • $25 / $30 reserved
A multicultural, genre-blending vocalist and composer blending jazz with global sounds.
More information: thecolonial.org
Arn Chorn-Pond: Coming Home — A Journey of Healing Through Music
7:30 p.m., Next Stage Arts, Putney, Vt. • $20 advance / $24 door (livestream available)
A Cambodian genocide survivor and human-rights advocate shares his story through music, video, and performance.
More information: nextstagearts.org
Zara Bode’s Little Big Band
7 p.m., Brattleboro Music Center, Brattleboro, Vt. • $20 advance / $25 door
A swing-era repertoire with modern flair, led by clarinetist and arranger Anna Patton.
More information: bmcvt.org
Doctor Gasp
8 p.m., Harlow’s Pub, Peterborough, N.H. • $10 cover
Dan Blakeslee returns as his spooky alter ego, Doctor Gasp, for a folk-horror-themed Halloween show.
More information: harlowspub.com
Saturday, Oct. 25
Badger 30th Birthday Open House
9 a.m.–noon, Badger, Gilsum, N.H. • Free
Celebrate three decades of Badger with factory tours, activities, a raffle, and refreshments.
More information: badgerbalm.com
Friends of the Library Fall Book Sale
10 a.m.–5 p.m., Keene Public Library, Keene, N.H. • Free admission
Browse hundreds of titles; proceeds benefit library programs. Sunday is “$5 per bag” day.
More information: keenepubliclibrary.org
7th Annual Halloween Block Party
3–5 p.m., Brown Memorial Field, Swanzey, N.H. • Free
Enjoy trunk-or-treating, a costume contest, and a haunted trail in this family-friendly event.
More information: swanzeynh.gov
Junk From Your Trunk & Treating Market
3–8 p.m., Hidden Treasures Flea Market, Swanzey, N.H. • Free
An outdoor vendor market with a DJ, haunted-house fun, and trick-or-treating.
More information: hiddentreasuresfleamarket.com
Lights. Camera. Keene!
6:30 p.m., MoCo Arts, Keene, N.H. • $100 per person (21+)
A fundraising cabaret with live entertainment, open bar, hors d’oeuvres, and auction.
More information: moco.org
Emma’s Revolution Benefit Concert
7 p.m., All Souls Church, West Brattleboro, Vt. • $20 advance / $25 door (or by donation)
The activist folk duo performs in support of Southern Vermont for Palestine.
More information: ascvt.org
Jason Anderson
7 p.m., Nova Arts, Keene, N.H. • Price TBD
An indie-folk singer-songwriter from the New Hampshire–New Brunswick region.
More information: novaarts.org
An Evening with Livingston Taylor
7:30 p.m., Latchis Theatre, Brattleboro, Vt. • $36–$55
A veteran singer-songwriter with more than 50 years of performing experience.
More information: latchis.com
Once An Outlaw (feat. Chris Anderson)
7:30 p.m., The Park Theatre, Jaffrey, N.H. • Price TBD
A blues and Southern rock concert featuring former members of the Outlaws.
More information: theparktheatre.org
Get The Led Out
7:30 p.m., The Colonial Theatre, Keene, N.H. • $40–$65
A Led Zeppelin tribute band known for its powerful live recreations of classic tracks.
More information: thecolonial.org
Trunk or Treat!
6–8 p.m., Brattleboro Subaru, 1234 Putney Road, Brattleboro, Vt. • Free
Brattleboro Subaru’s annual Trunk or Treat event features decorated cars, costumed vendors, candy, a bounce house, and photo booth. Kids can vote for their favorite vehicle, with a prize from the Brattleboro Reformer.
More information: brattleborosubaru.com
Sunday, Oct. 26
“Borderland: The Line Within” — Community Screening
5–7:30 p.m., Latchis Theatre, Brattleboro, Vt. • $10 suggested donation (no one turned away)
A documentary exploring the U.S. border-industrial complex, followed by a Q&A with the filmmakers.
More information: latchis.com
Thursday, Oct. 30
“The Rocky Horror Picture Show”
7–8:45 p.m., The Colonial Theatre, 95 Main St., Keene, N.H. • $15 admission
Celebrate Halloween week with the 1975 cult classic “The Rocky Horror Picture Show.” Audience participation is encouraged (no rice, toast, or water pistols). Costumes welcome; rated R.
More information: thecolonial.org


