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Woods, Whales & Waterfest, Exeter Arts & Music Fest: Things to do in Seacoast
We have entered mid-May and the Seacoast is blooming with life and entertainment. This weekend head to Greenland for The History of Walter Burn’s Memorial Fishing Day for special needs children, attend the second annual Woods, Whales & Waterfest in Portsmouth, or enjoy the 2024 Exeter Arts & Music Fest.
Read on for details on things to do:
Sapphic Factory: a modern queer joy dance party
What: Come dance and be free to the music of Muna, Fletcher, Phoebe Bridgers, Boygenius, Kim Petras, Marina, Elio, Ashnikko, Girl in Red, Tegan and Sara, and more. The Sapphic Factory: queer joy party has partnered with PLUS1 so $1 per ticket goes to supporting the LGBT national help center.
When: Friday, May 17, 10 p.m.
Where: The Press Room, 77 Daniel St., Portsmouth
Cost: $16-$25
More info: pressroomnh.com
The Walter Burn’s Memorial Fishing Day for special needs children
What: The Piscataqua Fish and Game Club initiated the Walter Burn’s Fishing Day for Special Needs Children with food, games, medals, trophies, a stock pond, rods and more.
When: Friday, May 17, 8 a.m.-4 p.m.
Where: Sanderson’s Pond, Greenland
Cost: Free
More info: Bridget Pollock at wbfishingday@gmail.com or 603-944-3433.
Rye Driftwood Garden Club annual plant sale
What: From sun-loving blooms to shade-dwellers, pollinator favorites to fragrant herbs, and everything in between, this plant sale offers a treasure trove of botanical delights at affordable prices.
When: Friday, May 17, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. and Saturday, May 18, 9 a.m.-noon.
Where: Rye Driftwood Garden Club, 261 Central Road, Rye
Cost: Free
More info: ryenhgardenclub.org
Woods, Whales & Waterfest
What: The second annual Woods, Whales, & Water festival will feature Blue Ocean Society’s life-size blow-up whale, “Ladder.” The Gundalow Company will be at the Education Center and on Sagamore Creek leading kayak exploration.
When: Saturday, May 18 from 10 a.m.-noon.
Where: The Forest Society Education Center at Creek Farm, 400 Little Harbor Road, Portsmouth
Cost: Free
More info: community.forestsociety.org
Tributary Brewery and the Blue Buddha Band team up to support Creeksmart
What: Tributary is hosting a concert by Paul Hodes and the Blue Buddha Band. Hodes, a former New Hampshire Congressman is a lifelong songwriter and guitarist. He calls the band an original “old school Rock ‘n’ Roll” band, a little retro, a little folk, all rock. Tributary will be highlighting the release of their Gose, an ancient Hefeweizen style beer. Fox Point Oysters of Little Bay, NH, part of Great Bay estuary, will be shucking.
When: Saturday, May 18, 3-6 p.m.
Where: Tributary Brewing Company, 10 Shapleigh Road, Kittery, Maine
Cost: Free
More info: tributarybrewingcompany.com
2024 Exeter Arts & Music Fest
What: Live Music, Artist Vendors, Yoga, Dance Performance, Food Trucks, Kids Activities, Cultural Exhibits
When: Saturday, May 18, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Where: Swasey Parkway, Exeter
Cost: $10-$20
More info: teamexeter.com
Let’s Sing Taylor – A Live Band Experience Celebrating Taylor Swift
What: Let’s Sing Taylor – A Live Band Experience – is the ultimate tribute to the music of Taylor Swift.
When: Saturday, May 18, 8 p.m.
Where: The Music Hall, 131 Congress St., Portsmouth
Cost: $35-$58
More info: themusichall.org
Shaker Harmony: Celebrating 250 Years of the Shakers in America at St. John’s
What: In partnership with renowned choral composer and interpreter of Shaker music, Kevin Siegfried, the St. John’s choral music program will present Shaker Harmony: Celebrating 250 Years of the Shakers in America.
When: Sunday, May 19, 3-4:30 p.m.
Where: St. John’s Episcopal Church, 101 Chapel St., Portsmouth
Cost: $30 suggested donation
More info: stjohnsnh.org
Magical Date Night: Balloon Twisting at Sages Entertainment
What: A cozy date night filled with laughter and creativity, where you and your partner embark on a whimsical journey into the world of balloon twisting. Your instructors, Kali and Wayne, are a wife and husband team of balloon artists who twist simple balloon designs at large fairs and festivals but also enjoy creating larger than life sculptures.
When: Sunday, May 18,
Where: Sages Entertainment at Mall at Fox Run, 50 Fox Run Road, Newington
Cost: $50
More info: mallatfoxrun.com
Rug Hooking Workshop at The Word Barn
What: Rug hooking workshop suitable for all skill levels.
When: Sunday, May 19, noon-2 p.m.
Where: The Word Barn, 66 Newfields Road, Exeter
Cost: $60
More info: thewordbarn.com
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