The arts continue to blossom on the Seacoast this weekend. Here are a few of the entertainment options.
Music and rug hooking at The Word Barn
Award-winning singer-songwriter Antje Duvekot heads to Exeter for a show at The Word Barn with guest Connor Garvey on Friday from 7-9 p.m. ($25). Isabel Ardito Lebo leads another Rug Hooking Workshop on Sunday from 12-2 p.m. ($60), and teen phenom Jake Kohn follows that night from 7-9 p.m. ($22). Learn more here.
Two shows at The Stone Church
Members of Cool Cool Cool, Lespecial, and Space Bacon come together in the J.WAIL Live Band, which performs live at The Stone Church in Newmarket on Friday at 8 p.m. ($20). Then, on Saturday, local indie-folk favorites Sneaky Miles and Jon Nolan & Good Company split the bill from 7:30-11:30 p.m. ($15). Learn more here.
Rock My Soul Spring Concert
Local raise-the-rafters choir Rock My Soul will present an evening of spirituals, Civil Rights songs, soul, blues, pop, gospel, Americana, and more during its spring concert at First Congregational Church Wolfeboro on Friday from 7:30-9 p.m. Tickets are $30, with a portion of proceeds supporting KIND (Kids in neeD). Learn more here.
Triple-bill show at WSCA Radio
Three area acts will share the Button Factory Stage during a special night of music at WSCA Radio in Portsmouth on Friday from 8-10 p.m. Newmarket jam band Backyard Aquarium headlines with support from Manchester-based alt-metal band Proelium and singer-songwriter Rock Dove. Tickets are $10. Learn more here.
Doris Rice Painting Adventure at the KAA
Get ready for a painting adventure with acclaimed local watercolor artist and teacher Doris Rice. She’ll be leading a two-day workshop on the Fundamentals of Plein Air at the Kittery Art Association’s Art HUB on Saturday from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. and Sunday from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Tickets are $175. Learn more here.
2024 Exeter Arts & Music Fest
Celebrate spring and all things local at the 2024 Exeter Arts & Music Fest in Swasey Parkway on Saturday from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Presented by TEAM (Town Exeter Arts Music), the event will feature live music on two stages, food trucks, art vendors, and kids’ activities. There’s a suggested donation of $10, or $20 per family. Learn more here.
The Bluest Sky (record release) at The Dance Hall
Led by songwriter Chuck Melchin, The Bluest Sky’s music pays homage to the best alt-country bands of the 1990s. They’ll celebrate the release of their new album, “raindancer,” with a show at The Dance Hall in Kittery on Saturday from 7:30-9:30 p.m. Them Dewlap Boys open. Tickets are $17-$22. Learn more here.
Con Tutti: The Sound of All of Us
Enjoy a recipe of songs from Scotland, South Africa, and Cameroon mixed with Western swing, gospel, and songs from Carly Simon and The Wailin’ Jennys during the Con Tutti singers’ spring concert. “The Sound of All of Us” takes place at South Church in Portsmouth on Saturday from 7:30-9 p.m. Tickets are $20. Learn more here.
Shaker Harmony at St. John’s Episcopal
St. John’s Episcopal Church celebrates 250 years of the Shakers in America with a special concert in Portsmouth on Sunday from 3-4:30 p.m. Composer Dr. Kevin Siegfried will lead Shaker Harmony, which supports Sabbathday Lake Shaker Village and The Choir School at St. John’s. There’s a $30 suggested donation. Learn more here.
Magical Date Night: Balloon Twisting
Looking for a cozy date night filled with laughter and creativity? Sages Entertainment has got you covered. Instructors Kali and Wayne Moulton will teach guests the art of balloon twisting at their studio space within The Mall at Fox Run in Newington on Sunday from 4-5 p.m. Tickets are $50 per couple. Learn more here.
See the full calendar for more local events.