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MAY 5-6
40th Annual NH Farm, Forest & Garden Expo
This family-friendly event features a variety of
engaging exhibitors, agriculture experts, educational
workshops and demonstrations of interest to homeowners,
hobby-farmers and industry members alike.
Deerfield Fairgrounds, 32 Stage Rd., Deerfield. (603)
851-8624; nhfarmandforestexpo.org
MAY 6
21st Annual Benefit by the Sea
Support the good work being done to break the cycle
of homelessness on the Seacoast by Cross Roads
House while enjoying a wonderful evening with likeminded
individuals. This gala is a vital part of securing
the necessary funds to continue providing shelter and
life-changing services for the homeless in the Granite
State. Wentworth by the Sea, 588 Wentworth Rd.,
New Castle. (603) 436-2218; crossroadshouse.org
MAY 7
Paws for Compassion Brunch
This fundraiser for Pope Memorial SPCA of ConcordMerrimack
County features a delicious brunch,
silent auction and social time with adoptable pets.
Grappone Conference Center, 70 Constitution Ave.,
Concord. (603) 856-8756; popememorialspca.org
MAY 8
NHBCA 39th Annual Arts Awards Gala
Save the date for the 39th annual gala event, where
attendees join together in celebrating art and community.
The New Hampshire Business Committee for
the Arts educates, motivates and recognizes business
support of and participation in the arts. They also
advocate for the value of the arts in economic, social
and community development, and facilitate people
and projects that enhance engagement in the arts.
DoubleTree by Hilton, 700 Elm St., Manchester.
nhbca.com > New Hampshire Magazine is a proud
sponsor of this event.
MAY 13
Amherst Garden Club Annual Plant Sale
At the Amherst Garden Club's flagship event, the
organization sells more than 2,000 potted perennials
each year, dug by hand from gardens in and around
Amherst. Wilkins School, 80 Boston Post Rd.,
Amherst. amherstgardenclub.org
MAY 17
Bedrock Gardens 2023 Seasons Opens
This emerging public garden integrates unusual botanical
specimens and unique sculpture into an inspiring
landscape journey. The 37-acre site is transitioning
from a historic farm and private garden to a public
oasis of art, horticulture and inspiration. The Boston
Globe described it as " one of the most beautiful and
intriguing landscapes in New Hampshire. " 19 High Rd.,
Lee. (603) 659-2993; bedrockgardens.org
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JUNE 22
AROUND
THE STATE
Best of NH Party
Join us for an elegant, tented party at Flagg Hill Winery in Lee to celebrate all the best the Granite State
has to offer. There will be food, drink, art, culture and great entertainment. Tickets are $68 - $98.
5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Flag Hill Winery, 297 North River Road, Lee; nhmagazine.com/best-of-nh
MAY 20
Exeter Arts & Music Festival
There's no shortage of Seacoast-area festivals on the
calendar this summer, but you can get a head start on
the season with this fest from Town.Exeter.Arts.Music.
This party is especially impressive with attractions
like a rockclimbing wall, an ecovillage and sets from
hip local musicians to supplement the standard arts
festival fare. Swasey Parkway, Exeter. (603) 512-8396;
teamexeter.com
MAY 28
Memorial Day Weekend
Fireworks Show at Hampton Beach
Bring a blanket and the whole family to kick off summer
with this incredible fireworks display. 9:30 p.m.,
Hampton Beach, 115 Ocean Blvd., Hampton Beach.
(603) 926-8717; hamptonbeach.org
JUNE 3
Chowder Festival
Seacoast restaurants will serve up their delicious
chowder recipes to compete for Best Chowder honors
and the Golden Ladle. Entertainment will be provided
by WOKQ and there will be other entertainment
provided on the Wilcox Industries main stage all day.
Prices vary. Beginning at 11 :30 a.m., Prescott Park
Arts Festival, Portsmouth. (603) 436-2848;
prescottpark.org
JUNE 10
Market Square Day
Downtown Portsmouth will be bustling with thousands
of people who will enjoy a full day of food,
craft vendors, live entertainment and local artists.
Kick off the day by running (or walking) the 10K road
race through the streets lined with festive booths and
cheering crowds. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Market Square,
Congress Street, Portsmouth. (603) 433-4398
JUNE 10-19
Juneteenth Celebration
The Black Heritage Trail of NH will hold a week-long
Juneteenth celebration that will encompass the
theme " Reading the Bones: Celebrating the African
Diaspora. " Reading the bones is both an ancient and
modern form of divination found in all civilizations.
The celebration will include programs, exhibits and
musical entertainment. Blackheritagetrailnh.org
JUNE 16-17
The Secret Gardens of New Castle Garden Tour
In celebration of the town's 400th anniversary, the
Great Island Garden Club is hosting a self-guided
walking tour of special gardens in New Castle. This is
a unique opportunity to wander the charming streets
of the historic district and be welcomed into garden
oases secreted behind the historic homes. The New
Castle Historical Society museum and New Castle
Congregational Church will be open during tour hours.
greatislandgardenclub.org
JUNE 23-24
Portsmouth Pocket Gardens
The city's annual pocket garden tours include 11 gardens
in the Goddwin Park neighborhood, along with
the gardens at the historic John Paul Jones House
and Rundlet-May House. 292 State St., Portsmouth.
(603) 380-4849 southchurch-uu.org
JUNE 25
Nashua Pride Festival
Join members of the local LGBTQIA community to
celebrate Nashua Pride. Parade starts at 2 p.m. from
the Elm Street School. The festival is a FREE celebration
of diversity, acceptance, music and fun focused
on promoting equality and inclusion of all people. Visit
Nashua Pride Festival Facebook page for full schedule
of events and activities.
PHOTO BY KAREN BACHELDER

http://www.nhfarmandforestexpo.org http://www.crossroadshouse.org http://www.nhmagazine.com/best-of-nh http://www.popememorialspca.org http://www.Blackheritagetrailnh.org http://www.teamexeter.com http://www.hamptonbeach.org http://www.nhbca.com http://www.greatislandgardenclub.org http://www.amherstgardenclub.org http://www.prescottpark.org http://www.southchurch-uu.org http://www.bedrockgardens.org

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