Spring Carnival, Mother's Day craft festival: Seacoast things to do
Happy Mother's Day weekend! This weekend is filled with plenty of entertainment for Mom or anyone else looking for something to get out and do. Portsmouth High School students showcase their art and talent at 3S Artspace, Cisco Brewers Portsmouth is hosting its annual Spring Carnival, and Mother's Day weekend Craft Festival hits Hampton Falls.
Read on for details on things to do:
Portsmouth High School Fine Arts Night at 3S Artspace
What: PHS’ 2nd annual Fine Arts Night at 3S Artspace is an opportunity for student artists, grades 9 – 12, to showcase their artistic accomplishments in a student-exclusive art exhibit held in a professional space. There will also be live performances by student musicians and writers, and the event will be catered by Portsmouth High School’s culinary students.
When: Friday, May 10, 5-8 p.m.
Where: 3S Artspace, 19 Vaughan St, Portsmouth
Cost: Free
More info:3sarts.org
‘The Legend of Georgia McBride’ at The Players’ Ring
What: Casey is an Elvis impersonator with everything going for him, including a flashy sequin jumpsuit. But just like that he loses his gig, rent is overdue and his wife announces a baby on the way. So when Elvis leaves the building and a drag show moves in, “The King” transforms into an all-out queen with the help of some new friends who become the second family Casey never saw coming.
When: Friday, May 10 at 7:30 p.m. and Saturday, May 11, at 2:30 p.m.
Where: The Players’ Ring, 105 Marcy St., Portsmouth
Cost: $25 to $28
More info:playersring.org
‘The Moon-Spinners Mystery’ at Rochester Opera House
What: Enjoy an adventure set on a modern-day Greek island with Sole City Dance’s newest production, The Moon-Spinners Mystery. The ballet follows Nikki, a young detective grieving the loss of her mother.
When: Friday, May 10, 7-9 p.m.
Where: Rochester Opera House, 31 Wakefield St., Rochester
Cost: $17
More info:rochesteroperahouse.com
Cisco Portsmouth Spring Carnival
What: Join Cisco Brewers Portsmouth for its Annual Spring Carnival. Games, food, craft beer & cocktails, petting animals, pony rides, local vendors, & live music.
When: Saturday, May 11, 12-3 p.m.
Where: Cisco Brewers Portsmouth, 35 Corporate Dr, Portsmouth
Cost: Free
More info:ciscobrewersportsmouth.com
Mothers’ Day Weekend Craft Festival in Hampton Falls
What: The scenic Town Common in Hampton Falls, New Hampshire will come alive with color, flavor and music for the 15th Annual Mother’s Day Weekend Craft Festival.
When: Saturday, May 11, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday, May 12, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Where: Hampton Falls Common, 1 Lincoln Ave., Hampton Falls
Cost: Free
More info:castleberryfairs.com
PMAC Jazz Institute at The Dance Hall
What: Join us for an afternoon of jazz favorites and new classics from the Portsmouth Music and Arts Center (PMAC) jazz ensembles.
When: Saturday, May 11, 1-3 p.m.
Where: The Dance Hall, 7 Walker St., Kittery
Cost: $5
More info:thedancehallkittery.org
Cormac McCarthy at The Stone Church
What: The Stone Church warmly welcomes back long time local troubadour, Cormac McCarthy.
When: Saturday, May 11, 4:30 to 6:30 p.m.
Where: The Stone Church, 5 Granite St., Newmarket
Cost: $12
More info:stonechurchrocks.com
Mother’s Day Blues Brunch: Bees Deluxe at The Press Room
What: Hell-bent on their mission to bring the blues into the 21st century, Bees Deluxe pushes the limits, colors outside the lines of convention, and bends the genre to create a sound that is distinct, highly musical, and yet deeply respectful of the blues tradition.
When: Sunday, May 12, at 11 a.m.
Where: The Press Room, 77 Daniel St., Portsmouth
Cost: $10
More info:pressroomnh.com
Bandits on the Run at The Music Hall Lounge
What: Bandits on the Run is the musical trio of Adrian Enscoe, Sydney Shepherd, and Regina Strayhorn. Formed upon a chance encounter while busking in the subways of New York City, the Brooklyn based outfit has gone on to receive accolades from NPR Music’s All Songs Considered, American Songwriter, NPR Weekend Edition, and the Johnny Mercer Songwriters Project.
When: Sunday, May 11, 7 p.m.
Where: The Music Hall Lounge, 131 Congress St., Portsmouth
Cost: $20 to $30
More info:themusichall.org
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