Locally Made! Ready to make small businesses, talented artists, and local makers do happy dance every day this holiday season?? Take a peek at some handmade, locally-designed, products that are made right here on the Seacoast of New Hampshire, Maine, and Massachusetts! YAY LOCAL!! BLACK LEATHER SLING BAG In the much-loved crossbody design, this sleek minimalist boho bag from Wildwood Oyster Co. is a must-have statement for your everyday style. SHOP MEZZA FILIGRANA GLASSWARE Inspired by mid-century Italian design, this three piece collection of glassware was designed for the modern table using a centuries-old Venetian technique. Fine threads of white filigree swirl in a delicate spiral, elevating your favorite beverage to a work of art. Designed in Maine and produced in Cambridge, MA. SHOP OLIVIA HOOPS A cult favorite, Estie Ott’s Olivia Hoops are the perfect everyday pair, made in two sizes and your choice of metal! SHOP DRINKING CHOCOLATE Handcrafted in Maine, this drinking chocolate mix is to be melted and milk with your choice of “milk,” creating a hot (or can be chilled) chocolate drink that is simply delicious year-round. SHOP REED DIFFUSER  YAM Collective’s reed diffusers are perfect natural scent additions for small spaces and drafty, high traffic areas. SHOP PORT ...

For Her! This one’s for the ladiiiiieeeees!! Let’s get gift-y with all the female figures in our lives by treating them to something wonderful! With so many lovely items to choose from in our largest gift guides this season, we have a feeling you’ll win the jackpot with any of these locally-made and thoughtfully selected items! FINER THINGS COLLECTION Estie Ott’s new Finer Things Collection features 14k and diamond pieces, available at her new showroom in Kittery by appointment, and on her website! SHOP JANEGEE’S CLEAN BEAUTY ESSENTIALS HOLIDAY GIFT SET These janegee essentials (hand cream, sweet stick, floral water) give you a daily dose of healthy goodness to keep your skin feeling hydrated, refreshed, and nourished throughout the winter months. SHOP WILDWOOD OYSTER CO.’S BLACK LEATHER CLUTCH This Maine-inspired, responsibly-sourced Kodiak leather clutch holds all of the small essentials and sports a fun yet fashion-forward and classy print! Choice of wristlet color. SHOP JANEGEE’S CLEAN BEAUTY ESSENTIALS HOLIDAY GIFT SET These janegee essentials (hand cream, sweet stick, floral water) give you a daily dose of healthy goodness to keep your skin feeling hydrated, refreshed, and nourished throughout the winter months. SHOP WILDWOOD OYSTER CO.’S BLACK LEATHER CLUTCH This Maine-inspired, ...

Halloween decorations would not be complete without the jovial grin of a skeleton. Many spooky late night tales include ghosts in the attic and skeletons in the basement. There is just something fascinating about the human skeleton and the mysteries of the afterlife. This is a perfect time of year to share a true story about skeletons. In a tale reminiscent of Sherlock Holmes, Nancy Drew, or Scooby Doo, the town of Amherst has a mystery that includes skeletons in the basement. Amherst is a historic Colonial town dating back to the early 1700's. In 2003, a most gruesome discovery brought the much needed renovations of the town hall to a complete stop. A skull and part of a well preserved skeleton was discovered under a corner of the foundation by the construction crew. As required by state law, the office of the coroner was called. Scientists would be the ones to help solve this mystery. Archaeologists, Kathleen Wheeler Ph.D. and Alexandra Chan Ph.D., from Portsmouth determined the bones belonged to an adult female between the age of 20 and 29 with African morphological characteristics, and a young child around the age of 3-5 years of age. Both appeared to ...

The White Mountains Region includes many natural outdoor recreation opportunities like walking, biking, and hiking, as well as resorts and outdoor attractions that promote fitness, so it’s no surprise that it’s a desirable health and wellness destination.  The options and the clean air are totally healing for the body, mind, and soul. But in addition to those elements, there are also specific options we’d like to introduce you to that can help you find the balance between physical, mental, and spiritual health while you’re in our area.  Get Into Fitness & Relaxation Are you looking to get in shape and then cool down and relax? We have two local spots that you simply must try.  Balanced Rock Bodyworks Yoga, massage, Reiki, and Craniosacral Therapy all under one roof? Yes! You heard that correctly. Balanced Rock Bodyworks can help you destress, live pain free, and boost your immunity and health.   Looking for a healthy date? Try a 50 or 80-minute couples massage.  On a budget? Get a mini 30 minute massage session for just $55 on any of the following areas:  Hands Sole  Face Back Belly Address: 6 South Mountain Dr, Lincoln, New Hampshire Phone: ​603-398-5549 Website: Balancedrockbodyworks.com Live a Little ...

Are you itching to get out and try something new, but aren’t sure where to look and what to do? Have no fear, “Spontaneity” is here! In our new series, we’ll provide a region-by-region breakdown of events and activities from across the Granite State that you won’t want to miss. From arts and crafts, to hole-in-the-wall music venues, our short list will have something for everyone, no matter what you’re looking to do. If you see something you like, make sure you act fast- we’re only looking at what’s going on this weekend. Have an event we should know about or that should be considered for the next edition of “Spontaneity”? Shoot Elisa an email at [email protected] Seacoast: Seacoast Noir at the Bar October 22, 4 p.m. Portsmouth Book and Bar 40 Pleasant St., Portsmouth The lights went off. There was a “BANG”, a scream and a thud. When the lights finally turned back on, one thing was clear. There had been a… For lovers of mystery, true crime and crime fiction, “Seacoast Noir at the Bar” is calling your name. Held this Sunday at 4 p.m. in the Book and Bar in Portsmouth, you’ll join host Zakariah Johnson and regional ...

If you’ve begun considering a trip to the White Mountains, the amount of activity choices has likely been slightly overwhelming (in a good way). But we’re here to help! While many of these attractions can be enjoyed throughout multiple seasons, we’ve broken them down by seasons you might want to take advantage of.  Ready to get started? Great! So are we! Fall is about trains & trams The leaves are turning and cider, pumpkins, and apples are coming into season. Have you considered enjoying the foliage from a different perspective? We suggest a train or a tram! Here are some great options.  Cafe Lafayette Dinner Train All aboard the dinner train! The Cafe Lafayette Dinner Train is an incredibly unique attraction that allows riders to enjoy a five-course meal while speeding along 20 miles of track along the Pemi River Valley. Available from May-October, this two-hour experience will be one you’ll always remember (and want to repeat!)  Website: Nhdinnertrain.com  Phone number: 603-745-3500 The Cannon Mountain Aerial Tramway  It’s hard to believe it, but you can reach the 4,080-foot summit of Cannon Mountain in less than ten minutes using this tram. And, if you reserve in advance, you can save $3 ...

We selected eight of the best lawyers from around the state for portraits and asked them to share a favorite quotation and to tell us why they love what they do. These profiles appeared along with Woodward/White's annual Best Lawyers in America list, as published in our November issue. “Just because you can doesn't mean you should.” — Sherrilyn Kenyon “My educational background was in engineering, and I approach legal problems the same way I would an engineering problem. Understand the legal principles that govern the situation, know your client's business or dispute, develop a theme or strategy to address the problem or to build a case if litigation is inevitable or filed, then build the solution or case around that central theme. It saves time and money by not wasting the client's resources on issues not relevant to the case, and promotes early resolution by identifying strengths and weaknesses in the client's position. I seek to advise clients on good risk management strategies before the threat of litigation or an administrative enforcement action arises, but I am ready to represent them in litigation just in case they do.” Orr & Reno 45 S. Main Street Concord 603-224-2381 Categories: Top ...

Are you ready to feel cheerfully content, fresh, and relaxed after experiencing a transformative massage? Aimée Caruso of Seacoast Mother Nurture is a Portsmouth, New Hampshire-based Massage Therapist who has been specializing in the art of massage since 2003. Let’s learn more! Aimée is over the moon to focus in on her niche of working with women for relaxation and pain relief, maternity to postpartum and beyond. Her techniques are designed to calm the mind and body, and her massages can be described as soothing and renewing. Using slower movements that are long, flowing, and connecting helps to activate the parasympathetic nervous system to slow down heart rate, lower anxiety, and relieve tension. During treatments, which are all catered to each individual’s specific needs, Aimée plays methodic, slow, beautiful music to help create the most euphoric comforting feeling… AIMEE’S STORY: “Just as I was graduating from a holistic massage program in 2003, I found out I was pregnant! I was excited yet apprehensive about being a new mom. I learned so much about this incredible ever-changing vessel that was my body and the little human I was majestically growing inside. This really empowered my love for working with women young ...

I'm thankful for the Granite State with its bounty of lakes and mountains, and its precious sliver of coastline. It only took me half a century to realize it. In his final Editor's Note for New Hampshire Magazine, Rick Broussard recalled his Louisiana roots and how he spent the next three decades touting the wonders of his adopted state. My story couldn't be more different. When I came of age, all I wanted to do was live somewhere else. Cue The Animals: “We gotta get out of this place. If it's the last thing we ever do.” It wasn't New Hampshire's fault — blame it on youthful rebellion, the circumstances of my upbringing and the gritty city I called home. Raised by a single mom taking care of four kids, I seldom had the chance to experience the New Hampshire that local chambers of commerce touted to visitors. We didn't have a car for most of my childhood. I navigated the world on buses and bikes. Little red school houses nestled in the woods was not the New Hampshire I knew. Only when uncles and aunts and cousins came to town did my siblings and I experience White Lake and ...

Kiley Cruse, SCA Field Crew Member Photo taken by the Wildlife Rehabilitation Center of Northern Utah. What is Wildlife Rehabilitation? Wildlife rehabilitation is the treatment and care of injured, orphaned, or sick wild animals with the intent to release them back to the wild. On occasion the rescued animal will be unable to be released, in these cases the licensed wildlife rehabilitator will keep and care for the animal. These instances include but are not limited to, animals that have lost a limb, loss of any critical senses, albinism, or severe burn injuries. Millstone Wildlife Center displays their non-releasable fox named Finnegan. Does This Animal Need My Help? Wild animals are often fine and won’t need intervention. This is true even if you’ve found a young animal that appears to be orphaned. Typically their parents are close by and check in on their young periodically, so taking that baby animal may be disrupting a normal part of nature. The only time when it is appropriate to intervene with a young animal is if there are obvious signs of injury or sickness. The reason it’s important to avoid removing animals from nature unless absolutely necessary is because when they are later ...

David Bailey, SCA Interpretive Ranger A state symbol can hold great meaning to a state. Many of them are chosen because they represent unusual and interesting items found within the state. New Hampshire is no different. As an Interpretive Ranger one of my more popular programs involve talking about some of these symbols. Here are some of my favorites to talk about. Red Spotted Newt Red Eft. Photo by Eilís Donohue 2019 SCA Interpretive Ranger Red-Spotted Newt. Photo by Eilís Donohue 2019 SCA Interpretive Ranger New England is home to four subspecies of the Eastern Newt; the Red-Spotted Newt, the Broken-Striped Newt, the Central Newt, and the Peninsula Newt. The Red-Spotted Newt is the only Newt commonly found in New Hampshire. The Eastern Newt has three stages to life. The first an aquatic larval stage. When the newt hatches for the egg sack it has a yellowish-brown, olive or brown skin. It also has gills and a laterally flattened tail. For the Red Spotted Newt this takes places mostly in vernal pools or seasonal pools that fill with snow melt every spring. The second stage for the eastern newt is the red eft. The newt will lose its gills and ...

The following list is in alphabetical order by town for trick-or-treating and trunk or treat events in local New Hampshire towns for 2023. This list was last updated on October 10, 2023; additional information will be added as it becomes available. You can always help us out and e-mail us your town’s information or event. Please do not reach out looking for information about your town (if we knew it, it would be on the list below). Please note: We make every effort to ensure the accuracy of this information. However, you should always double check information on your town or recreation department’s website or the non-emergency police line. New Hampshire Town or City Trick or treat dates and times Allenstown, NH Tuesday, October 31, 2023; 5-7 p.m. Alton, NH Tuesday, October 31, 2023; 5-7 p.m. Amherst, NH Tuesday, October 31, 2023; 6-8 p.m. Antrim, NH Trunk or Treat Tuesday, October 24, 2023; 6-7 p.m. Atkinson, NH Tuesday, October 31, 2023; 6-8 p.m. Auburn, NH Trunk or Treat Tuesday, October 31, 2023; 6-8 p.m. Barrington, NH Monday, October 30, 2023; 5-7 p.m. Barnstead, NH Trunk or Treat Saturday, October 28, 2023; 4-6 p.m. Bedford, NH Tuesday, October 31, 2023; 6-8 ...