Concord, NH

There's a new place in town!

Nonni's Italian Eatery-"Food Just Like Momma Used To Make"- recently opened in the Holiday Inn, Main Street Concord New Hampshire!

My son took us out to a "belated" Mother's Day dinner. I got to choose, so I wanted to try Nonni's...Italian food is at the top of my preferred list!

It was a Sunday evening so it was not very crowded...which was fine with me because I wanted to take a few pictures but didn't want to disturb people. We were seated by our waitress Katelyn who asked if we had been there before and when we said no she told us a bit about the menu. I did ask if it would be OK if I took some pictures for my Active Rain Blog and the Manager, Jennifer, was very gracious and said yes.

Our Chefs were Mikey and Robin

The menu is very varied with something for every taste...including Brick Oven Pizza! We started with a shared appetizer of garlic knots with oil dipping sauce...they were delicious! My son had Fettuchini Alfredo with Chicken and Broccoli, I had Lazagna (something I only get when I go out)...it was excellant! My husband had Chicken Marsala. He said it was the best he has had since Boston's North End!

It was a delightful dinner and I know we will visit Nonni's again.

If you are in Concord be sure to try Nonni's Italian Eatery at the Holiday Inn,172 Main Street Concord NH (224-0400)

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In Concord NH, several groups who are involved in assorted programs for Seniors, pooled their brain power and came up with a fun idea! Each day from 5/19 to 5/23 area organiztions are offering free and fun experiences for any Senior wishing to attend. Some may require pre-registration, so call before they fill up!

They are calling it:

SENIOR OPEN HOUSE WEEK

Monday May 19th

The Concord Raquet Club-Garvin Falls Road, 224-7787

• Cardiac Rehab (8-9 AM)
• Chair Exercise (8:30-9:30)
• Coffee Break
• Water Aerobics (10-11)
• Deep Water Aerobics (11-11:45)

OR

The Center For Health Promotion-Pleasant St., 230-7300

• A Nutritional Question and Answer Session with a Dietician (12:30-1:00)
• Neurological exercises for Men and Women (1:00-1:15)
• Information on Volunteer Opportunities (2:00-2:30)

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Tuesday May 20th

The Concord Family YMCA- N.State St., 228-9622

• Water Walking (8:30-9:15)
• Weight Class (9-10)
• Yoga (noon-1:00)
• Lap Swim (11:30-2:30)
• Cards and Board Games-with snacks (8:30-2:00)
• Cardio and Nautilus (8:3-2:00)

OR

The Concord Public Library- Green St., (225-8590)

• A Tour and Open House (12:00-4:00)

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Wednesday May 21st

The Concord Raquet Club-Garvin Falls Road, 224-7787

Same as Monday

The Horseshoe Pond Place-Commercial St.,228-6956

• Free Lunch
• Wardrobe Seminar (1:00-1:45)
• Yoga (2:00-3:00)

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Thursday May22cnd

The Penacook Community Center- Community Drive,753-9700

• Yoga (11:00-11:45)

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Friday May23rd

The Concord Recreation Department- Airport Road, 225-8690

• Open House (9:00-noon)
• Walking Group (9:15)
• Arts and Crafts Show and Tell (9:15-10)
• Line Dancing (10:00-11:00)
• Gardening Tips Q&A (11:00-12:00)

OR

The Penacook Community Center- Community Drive,753-9700

• Shuffleboard

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Sponsored By:United Way of Merrimack County, Community Provider Network of Central new hampshire, Concord Recreation Department,Community Action Program Belknap/Merrimack Counties,Concord Hospital's Center for Health Promotion

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We have survived our very long cold and snowy winter. The trees are starting to bud , the daffodils wave their cheerful faces and the Wildlife scurries to build new nests and dens for the next generation!

You gaze out the window at the hopeful, uplifting and colorful vista....what a day! What a day for starting the garden! What a day for raking the yard!

What a day for.......... running, screaming, swatting and seeking shelter!

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BLACK FLIES

These insidious, irritating, intrusive insects come alive in perfect harmony with the birth of Spring! They flourish in cold, running,Lakes, Rivers and Streams that are swollen with winters melting snows.

Black Flies put the lowly mosquito to shame...they don't simply poke the skin and inject an irritant.....they rip the tissue and cause pain, redness and swelling! OUCH!

Bug repellants have limited effect. A pro-active "dress code" can help. It consists of light colored pants tucked into socks paired with a long sleeve shirt buttoned to the neck...topped off .....

With A Hat!! So much for dressing for Spring!

Now Black Flies aren't with us for long. Depending on which part of the State, they torment anywhere from May thru June....here in the Concord NH area they last from the beginning of May (they started this week) to the beginning of June!

So while other parts of the country are camping, fishing, gardening hiking, or just plain sitting outdoors....here in NH, we wait for dark!

AHHHH SPRING !!!

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Concord New Hampshire A Main Street Community

There was a fun story on the front page of todays Concord Monitor. A story pointing out one of the most charming aspects of Concord, NH, the fact that Concord has not totally rid itself of its agricultural roots!

It's the smell of Mother Nature's fertilizer....it's the smell of "Poop".

From one side of Concord to the other even to the streets downtown, the smell of manure permeates the air.

To quote City Planner Doug Woodward "It reminds us that there's still agriculture in Concord...New Hampshire has not been completely paved over"

There are still two major Dairy Farms in the Concord area, The Bartlett Farm and the Morrill Farm Dairy. They own a good portion of the land surrounding the city, and at this time every year they fertilize the fields. And every year the city hears complaints from people who have forgotten where their food comes from!

So, if you happen to be new to the Concord area...or are just passing through!

Not to worry...It's NOT the Sewage Treatment Plant It's Spring!!

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Concord New Hampshire.....A Main Street Community

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Looking for something to do? There's something for every taste in Concord NH, the Capitol city with a small town attitude!

The Concord Community Players present The Fantasticks! For an evening of song...come to the Concord City Auditorium. May 1st,2nd and 3rd at 8:00PM. (box office opens 4/27)

Webkinz Extravaganza...April 25th through 27th, at Pine Bough 341 Loudon Road. Free Webkinz with purchase,face painting, gem hunt and more!

Capitol Kids Spring Art Show. Kids can draw, paint, sculpt or anything artisticly expressive that makes them happy about Spring. For ages under 18. Work will be displayed downtown from5/4 to 5/18 for all to admire. Name will be entered into a prize drawing Bring submissions to Imagination Village , 9 North Main by 4/27 (225-1060)

Community Weight Loss Challenge: 12 week program for $39 dollars a percentage to be donated to help fight childrens obesity. The rest to be awarded to the top three winners at the end of the program. There will be FREE personal coaching, and nutritional information. Tuesday nights or Saturdays.. Concord Community Center, West Street. tel#848-8123

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Check back often for more upcoming events! There's always plenty to do in Concord New Hampshire!

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