Happy Hour comedy, a magician and chowder: Things to do in Seacoast
The last weekend in February is here. Don't let the cold weather fool you. This weekend the entertainment scene is hot. Head out for Happy Hour Comedy at The Music Hall Lounge, check out a 19th century magician at The Players’ Ring, or support the Maine lobster industry and warm up with some clam chowder or lobster stew at the second annual Chowder’s On! at The Star Theatre in Kittery.
Read on for a look at things to do:
Happy Hour Comedy ft. Amy Tee
What: Amy Tee of Boston leads a show of local comedians.
When: Friday, Feb. 23, 6 p.m.
Where: The Music Hall Lounge, 131 Congress St., Portsmouth
Cost: $12.50-$15.50
More info:themusichall.org
West Coast swing with Anne Fleming at The Rockingham Ballroom
What: Monthly dance with well-known instructor Anne Fleming. West Coast swing, two step, night club.
When: Friday, Feb. 23, 7-10:30 p.m.
Where: Rockingham Ballroom, 22 Ash Swamp Road, Newmarket
Cost: $15-$20
More info:rockinballroom.club
Dino Gala with Sweet Petunia and Hello Shark at The Dance Hall
What: Allston based indie rock quartet Dino Gala performs.
When: Friday, Feb. 23, 8-11 p.m.
Where: The Dance Hall, 7 Walker St., Kittery, Maine
Cost: $15
More info:thedancehallkittery.org
Jonathan Harrington – 19th century magician
What: Walk back in time with Andrew Pinard performing as 19th-century magician Jonathan Harrington (1811-1881). Harrington began his performing career as a ventriloquist in 1826.
When: Friday, Feb. 23 at 7:30 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 24 at 2:30 and 7:30 p.m. and Sunday, Feb. 25 at 2:30 p.m.
Where: Players’ Ring Theatre, 105 Marcy St., Portsmouth
Cost: $25-$28
More info:playersring.org
Rollercoaster: A Family Friendly Dance Party
What: Rollercoaster is a dance party for parents and their kids featuring music you listened to before Cocomelon invaded your speakers.
When: Saturday, Feb. 24, 2-4 p.m.
Where: 3S Artspace, 319 Vaughan St., Portsmouth
Cost: $10
More info:www.3sarts.org
Dis-N-Dat Band: Bob Marley tribute
What: Formed in 1999 by four-time Grammy-nominated Black Uhuru drummer ‘Rangotan and 6-time steel pan champion Sista D, Dis N Dat incorporates Roots Reggae, Dance Hall and R&B.
When: Saturday, Feb. 24, 8 p.m.
Where: The Stone Church, 5 Granite St., Newmarket
Cost: $15-$20
More info:stonechurchrocks.com
Another Tequila Sunrise (Eagles tribute)
What: New England-based Eagles tribute band Another Tequila Sunrise has been performing for more than 20 years.
When: Saturday, Feb. 24, 8 p.m.
Where: The Music Hall, 28 Chestnut St., Portsmouth
Cost: $28-$37
More info:themusichall.org
Chowder’s On!
What: Second annual Chowder's On! to support Maine’s Lobster industry. Live auction items, raffle, lobster stew, clam chowder and pie.
When: Sunday, Feb. 25, noon-3 p.m.
Where: The Star Theatre, 120 Rogers Road, Kittery, Maine
Cost: $40
More info:kitterycommunitycenter.org
Rug Hooking Workshop at The Word Barn
What: Rug hooking workshop suitable for all skill levels. Class is designed to unleash your creativity.
When: Sunday, Feb. 25, noon-1:30 p.m.
Where: The Word Barn, 66 Newfields Road, Exeter
Cost: $45
More info:thewordbarn.com
Noun with Jordan Holtz and jusq at WSCA
What: Noun is the long-running solo project of Marissa Paternoster of Screaming Females, playing sad songs loud.
When: Sunday, Feb. 25, 8-10 p.m.
Where: Button Factory Stage, 909 Islington St., Portsmouth
Cost: $10
More info:wscafm.org
This article originally appeared on Portsmouth Herald: Happy Hour comedy, a magician and chowder: Things to do in Seacoast
