Join local traveler Lori Estey for a fascinating evening as she shares stories, photos, and artifacts from her month-long journey through China in Fall 2024. From ancient temples and bustling cities to quiet countryside scenes, Lori's "Wanderings in China" will take you on a vivid tour through history, culture, and everyday life in one of...
Jordan grew up in rural New Hampshire, traveled the world as a US Marine, and lived in New York's Hudson Valley for nearly two decades. He holds a B.S. Electrical Engineering degree from SUNY New Paltz. He writes from the wilds of the Pacific Northwest, where he, his wife, and their two children explore by foot, bike,...
Bill Lipfert will give an updated presentation on Balloch's Crossing and railroads in the area Please email chs@cornishnh.net with any questions
an annual arts festival and fee-free day
Calling all homeschoolers and their families! Visit Saint-Gaudens NHP for special educational programs including ranger-guided programs, drop-in activities, and educational workshops. Space limited for some workshops. Visit https://www.nps.gov/saga/learn/homeschool-adventure-day.htm for more information and instructions to register.
Unwind with harpist Pam Stohrer in a restorative afternoon of mindfulness and music. This program blends therapeutic harp music with mindful practices to create a calming and uplifting atmosphere for relaxation and well-being.
CHS Secretary Caroline Storrs will give a presentation on Cornish Colony members who contributed artistically to art and architecture in Washington, D.C. When the Cornish 8th graders visit Washington DC, these connections are an important focus of the trip and an important reminder to our graduates that Cornish has a unique and important place in the study...
Join us to learn more about the Plainfield Natural Resources Inventory update and to share your thoughts and opinions on Plainfield's significant natural areas and open spaces. Evening activities hosted by the Plainfield Conservation Commission and Moosewood Ecological LLC Light refreshments provided For more information on the Plainfield NRI please contact: Plainfield Conservation Commission pcc@plainfieldnh.org
Join artist Berkley Heath for a hands-on afternoon of indigo dyeing. Participants will dye small fabric samples and may bring a clean natural-fiber item from home (cotton, linen, wool) to transform with indigo. Discover the history of this ancient dye and how Berkley cultivates Japanese indigo right here in Claremont. Email Jim Allen to reserve...
Dawn to dusk light show every two (2) hours beginning at 10:30 a.m. until 4:30. Visit Plainfield’s hidden treasure from 1916 and enjoy seeing the only three-dimensional stage set existing today designed by Maxfield Parrish. As one visitor said, “Visiting the Plainfield Town Hall is like stepping into a Maxfield Parrish Painting. Free – Donations...