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Adam Ezra, free family movie, Portsmouth street concert: Things to do in Seacoast

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Adam Ezra, free family movie, Portsmouth street concert: Things to do in Seacoast

Happy Independence Day Seacoast! Most people on the Seacoast get to look forward to a long weekend and the entertainment scene is booming with a variety of things for you to do, in addition to fireworks shows in several Seacoast communities. Enjoy a free family movie night with pre-entertainment at The Ridge Marketplace shopping plaza lawn in Rochester, see Camp ENCORE! in “Shrek the Musical Jr.” at Prescott Park in Portsmouth, or enjoy one of the local brunches with live music.

More: Here’s list of July 4 fireworks, events in Seacoast NH and southern Maine for 2024

Read on for details on things to do:

‘Paper Work’ opening reception at 3S Artspace

What: The selected works in this exhibition explore the endless possibilities of paper. Papers made in Asia are favored for their translucent, delicate nature and their resilience to endure vigorous manipulation. Through a process of experimentation and invention these works are soaked, dyed, rolled and torn—drawn, painted, printed and pierced to become artifacts.

When: Friday, July 5, 5-8 p.m.

Where: 3S Artspace, 319 Vaughan St., Portsmouth

Cost: Free

More info: 3sarts.org

Dwight & Nicole at Jimmy’s

What: Acclaimed soul and blues band Dwight & Nicole has been Nominated since 2017 for nine Boston Music Awards, 10 Daysie Awards, and 10 New England Music Awards, Winning Band of the Year, Vocalist of the Year, Best Blues/R&B Band, Female Vocalist of the Year, and Blues Act of the Year awards. 

When: Friday, July 5, 7:30 p.m.

Where: Jimmy’s Jazz & Blues Club, 135 Congress St., Portsmouth

Cost: $10-$40

More info: jimmysoncongress.com

Emo Night Portsmouth with The White Belts

What: Hold on to your hearts — Emo Night is back. There will be a local(ish) opener playing original tunes we like. Ages 21-plus.

When: Saturday, July 6, 9 p.m.

Where: The Press Room, 77 Daniel St., Portsmouth

Cost: $20-$25

More info: pressroomnh.com

‘Elemental’ in free family movie night

What: The Ridge Marketplace shopping plaza is presenting “Elemental” in its first free movie night of summer 2024. Before the movie, there will be balloon twisting and a dance party. All ages welcome. Bring a chair and a blanket.

When: Saturday, July 6. Pre-entertainment is 6-8 p.m. Movie starts about 8:30 p.m.

Where: The Ridge, 92 Farmington Road, Rochester

Cost: Free

More info: facebook.com/TheRidgeNH/

More: The Ridge in Rochester’s full summer 2024 schedule of free movies and fun family events

Camp ENCORE! presents ‘Shrek the Musical Jr.’

What: Performers, artists, and aspiring technicians ages 7-17 from the Prescott Park Arts Festival’s beloved educational program, Camp ENCORE! present “Shrek The Musical Jr.,” the culmination of this session.

When: Saturday, July 6, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Where: Prescott Park Arts Festival, 105 Marcy St., Portsmouth

Cost: $5 suggested donation

More info: prescottpark.org

Summer in the Street in Portsmouth: New England Fiddle Ensemble

What: New England Fiddle Ensemble performs in Pro Portsmouth’s Summer in the Street Series. Attendees are invited to bring a chair and enjoy the music.

When: Saturday, July 6, 5:30-8:30 p.m., weather permitting.

Where: Pleasant Street, Portsmouth

Cost: Free

More info: proportsmouth.org

Comedy Night at The Rockingham Ballroom

What: Three professional stand-up comedians with musician opener Tim Bear.

When: Saturday, July 6, 7:30 p.m.

Where: Rockingham Ballroom, 22 Ash Swamp Road, Newmarket

Cost: $25

More info: rockinballroom.club

Jazz Brunch: UNH Jazz Alumni Summit at The Press Room

What: Multiple generations of UNH jazz aces, together on one stage. And eggs! All ages.

When: Sunday, July 7, 11 a.m.

Where: The Press Room, 77 Daniel St., Portsmouth

Cost: $15

More info: pressroomnh.com

Blue Mermaid Brunch featuring Tourist Attraction

What: Tourist Attraction, an Americana acoustic folk trio with an Caribbean-inspired menu offered.

When: Sunday, July 7, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Where: Blue Mermaid, 10 Shapleigh Road, Kittery, Maine

Cost: Reserve for pricing

More info: bluemermaid.com

Adam Ezra at The Word Barn Meadow

What: Adam Ezra and his bandmates perform.

When: Sunday, July 7, 7-9 p.m.

Where: The Word Barn Meadow, 66 Newfields Road, Exeter

Cost: $42

More info: thewordbarn.com

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