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Plan Your Weekend:
Top 10 Things To Do
Let's hope the weather holds out because there are throngs of things to do outdoors across the state this weekend. But even if the skies are cloudy, you are bound to find something fun — from the music of B.B. King to the Raylynmor Opera — somewhere on our list of the Top 10 Things to Do in New Hampshire this weekend.
Photo: 18th Annual Vintage Celebration at New Hampshire Motor Speedway in Loudon, all weekend
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Friday, May 16, 2008 — Sunday, May 18, 2008
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Va-Va-Vintage
Friday, 8am
Saturday, 8am
Sunday, 8am
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History will come alive at the 18th Annual Vintage Celebration this weekend at New Hampshire Motor Speedway in Loudon. The 1.6 mile road course will challenge veteran competitors from the world of road racing. Come watch the guys who wrote early racing history as they battle for bragging rights with their vintage sports cars, formula cars and motorcycles on the track. Call 603-783-4744 for more information.
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King at the Capitol
Saturday, 8pm
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The legendary B.B. King will perform with his guitar Lucille at the Capitol Center for the Arts in Concord this weekend. With one of the most identifiable guitar styles in the blues world, King has influenced other musicians throughout the world, including Eric Clapton and George Harrison. With over 50 albums, 15 Grammy Awards and an Induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame to his credit, B.B. King is —hands down — the King of the blues. Tickets are $45.50-74.50.
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Fish your heart out
All Weekend
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The 27th Annual Winni Fishing Derby takes place this weekend at Center Harbor on Lake Winnipesaukee. This much-anticipated event draws anglers from all over to compete for $70,000 in prizes — prizes that include boats, depth and fish finders, rods and reels and more! For details, call 603-253-8689.
• More info: Winni Derby
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Big Band Blast
Sunday, 7pm
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Don't miss a Musical Tribute to America's Greatest Generation with the Glenn Miller Orchestra. The concert will be held at the Dana Center at Saint Anselm College over the weekend. The renowned Glenn Miller Orchestra is known for their unique jazz sound. They are considered one of the most popular and sought after big bands in the world. Call 603-641-7000.
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Lilac love
Sunday, 12pm
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Hit the Lilac Festival at the Wentworth-Coolidge Mansion in Portsmouth this weekend. Even if the purple flowers aren't blooming in your backyard, come celebrate our sweetly scented state flower at this historic site. You'll find 250-year-old plants, garden tours, and noted horticulturists giving presentations on plant history. For information, call 603-435-6607.
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Magic Mike
Friday, 8pm (Concord)
Saturday, 7pm (Rochester)
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Mike Super will perform twice this weekend in the Granite State. Super has been fascinated with magic since the age of 6, but he hit his stride in 2003 when he was named America's Entertainer of the Year by the readers of CA Magazine. He has since won multiple entertainment awards before becoming the winner of the NBC Hit TV show Phenomenon. He is now one of the most sought after mystifiers in the country. Tickets are $25, $26.50 and 32.50.
• More info: Capitol Center
• More info: Rochester Opera House
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Tow Show
Saturday-Sunday
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The 2008 NHTA Tow and Trade Show and Tow Rodeo will return to the Hampton Beach State Park this weekend. This is the 36th year for this family event. It will feature a huge parade of trucks, vendors, a rodeo competition, food, raffles and family oriented activities. Come see all the trucks line Ocean Boulevard during the largest tow truck parade in New England! Contact the New Hampshire Towing Association for more information, 603-863-4206.
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Tillis twice
Sunday, 3pm, 7:30pm
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Grammy Award Winning country music star Pam Tillis will perform at the Whittemore Center in Durham this weekend with special guest Andy Childs. Tillis is the daughter of country music artist Mel Tillis. She has appeared on the U.S. Billboard Charts with more than 30 singles since the early 90s, including her Number One Hit, "Mi Vida Loca (My Crazy Life)". Tickets are $20.50.
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The adventures of Don Juan
Friday, 8pm
Saturday, 8pm
Sunday, 2pm
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The Monadnock Region's very own opera company, Raylynmor Opera, presents Don Giovanni this weekend at the Colonial Theatre in Keene. Mozart's tale of seduction and revenge is set in Seville and tells the story of Don Juan's many conquests and final damnation. The comic-tragedy is filled with high drama and passion as well as the unforgettable music of Mozart. Tickets are $14-29.
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Spring-a-ling
Saturday, 9am-5pm (Warner)
Saturday, 9:30am-4pm (Londonderry)
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Take it outside. It is spring, after all. This weekend, enjoy the arts in two places at once. Experience Warner's first Spring Arts Festival and floral tour, and admire the art created by local artisans as you explore this quaint New England town. There will be classes, live entertainment, hands-on demonstrations and artists dispersed throughout the town. In Londonderry, the Apple Country Craft Fair Spring Fling will feature hand-crafted items by juried artists from all over New England, baked goods, children's games and more. The event is now in its 14th year. Come by and enjoy the arts in the outdoors.
• More Info: Spring into Warner Arts Festival
• More Info: Apple Country Craft Fair/Spring Fling
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