MANCHESTER – This fall the extraordinary collection of prints and drawings assembled over a 50-year period by longtime New Hampshire residents David and Barbara Stahl will be on view for the first time at the Currier Museum of Art through Jan. 3. “Evolution of a Shared Vision: The David and Barbara Stahl Collection” showcases their intellectual curiosity as collectors and…
New Hampshire has perfected the art of penny-pinching.Recently New Hampshire was ranked as the least politically corrupt state in the nation. It is a nice distinction to have, but it also begs the question as to why. We can talk about how wholesome we are, but the real answer is that New Hampshire taxes less and spends less than most…
Every truly GOOD gift has a story to tell and says something about the giver. Gifts that are made in New Hampshire reflect the spirit of the state and support the GOOD artists and craftspeople who have made it their home. We think that’s a story worth telling, so here
There are many events and fireworks displays happening around the state this Fourth of July. Here is a list of some of what’s going on in the Granite State, but to find even more information visit the extensive 4th of July guide that’s updated daily at NH.com.Amherst at 250: Then and Now!July 3-4, Amherst. Events will include fireworks at Souhegan…
The gorilla politicians and wild beast weddings are gone, but Hudson’s “Wild Animal Farm” lives on as a recreational park. Wonder Woman couldn’t save one of New Hampshire’s most cherished childhood treasures. Neither could the Incredible Hulk or Mighty Mouse. On Labor Day weekend in 1987, all three superheroes came to mourn the imminent demise of Benson’s Wild Animal Farm,…
Whether you’re looking the best ribs, fine dining at one of the state’s oldest grand hotels or the freshest seafood, these American and seafood restaurants are a great place to start. Editor’s Picks are noted with an asterisk and red text, while your Readers’ Poll Winners are blue.HamburgerThe Rusty Hammer in Portsmouth has been serving up their “Wimpy” burgers for…
Best of NH has plenty of winners to satisfy your sweet tooth. 2011 Readers’ Poll Winners and Editor’s Picks range from homemade marshmallows to decadent cakes and pastries. Editor’s Picks are noted with an asterisk and red text, while your Readers’ Poll Winners are blue.Readers Regional Ice Cream PicksDartmouth/Lake Sunapee Arctic Dreams in New London pleases students, shoppers and choosy…
Cookbook author Susie Middleton will discuss her new book “Fast, Fresh and Green,” and she’ll also demonstrate how to add flavor to and get the most out of weeknight vegetable dishes. Tips include peeling fresh ginger with a spoon, making zucchini “ribbons” with a handheld julienne peeler, adding flavor with sweet/sour combos like balsamic vinegar and honey and more. Middleton…
This story is about Dr. Sam Aldridge, the doctor who caught Editor Rick Broussard’s attention during our Top Doctor survey period (as mentioned in his May 2010 Editor’s Note). Below you’ll find information on how you can help the “Socks and Supplies for Sam” effort, as well as letters from Dr. Aldridge. In mid-January, LRGHealthcare vascular surgeon Dr. Sam Aldridge…
>Your home is your castle, so they say. Some Granite Staters take that old saying quite literally. From the glorious excess of Castle in the Clouds to more humble do-it-yourself habitations like Castle Anam Cara in Barrington, the medieval bond between man and stone is still rock-solid. Castle in the Clouds Ayn Rand's famous fictional architect Howard Roark would never…
