Sunday, February 12, 2012 |
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‘Final Fantasy’ blends action, story; ‘NFL Blitz’ nostalgicA rich library of characters and story lines allows the “Final Fantasy” franchise to flesh out entire games around seemingly minor characters. This is what gamers are presented with in “Final Fantasy XIII-2,” which comes … |
Sunday, February 12, 2012 |
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‘Yiddishkeit’ gives readers historical perspectiveShalom! Did you ever wonder why you know so many Yiddish words, fellow goyim? I know I have – I’ve used words such as putz, schmuck, klutz and schnozz most of my life, without any … |
Sunday, February 12, 2012 |
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Director becoming known for sensitivity with female characters, storiesEver since making his debut in 1999 with “Things You Can Tell Just by Looking at Her,” Rodrigo Garcia has carved out a singular niche in Hollywood as a director who has a special touch … |
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Sunday, February 12, 2012 |
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‘Love Free or Die’ among movies seen by Franklin Pierce students at Sundance Film FestivalWith Spike Lee’s Q&A rant about studio execs, hard-to-come-by film tickets and documentaries (consistently stronger than dramatic features) proclaiming our current collective zeitgeist, Robert Redford’s 2012 Sundance Film Festival, held Jan. 19-28 in Park City, … |
Thursday, February 9, 2012 |
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Amidon featured artist in MarchHOLLIS – Lois Amidon, a watercolor painter, pastel artist and puppeteer, will be the featured artist for March at the Re/Max Properties galleries at 2 Ash St. An opening reception will be from 5-7 p.m. … |
Thursday, February 9, 2012 |
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Snag some quick protein and carbs with sausage rollsThe venerable sausage roll, a sausage and herb mixture wrapped in bread, is an hors d’oeuvre that has been a favorite around our house for many years. Here, they’re popularly known as Pigs in a … |
Thursday, February 9, 2012 |
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10th NH Theatre Awards event recognizes top performancesMANCHESTER – The stretch SUV that pulled up to the curb set the tone perfectly for the 10th annual New Hampshire Theatre Awards on Feb. 3 at the Palace Theatre. Nominees and other attendees were … |
Thursday, February 9, 2012 |
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When saying ‘sweetheart’ just won’t doAs someone who dabbles in etymology and foreign languages for fun, unusual words have always made my heart go pitter-patter. The more obscure the word, the more exciting the discovery and the more eager I … |
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Thursday, February 9, 2012 |
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Behind the wheel of ‘Key & Peele’Maybe Keegan-Michael Key and Jordan Peele were always meant to know each other. “We are so much alike,” said the New York-born Peele, 32. “Our senses of humor are so in the pocket … and … |
Thursday, February 9, 2012 |
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Music review: ‘This Means War’‘This Means War’Attack Attack. Rise. Bold Ohio band Attack Attack! seems to want to make everyone at least a little unhappy with its new “This Means War.” The Vans Warped Tour veteran group lives up … |
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Thursday, February 9, 2012 |
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What’s new on DVD this week‘Anonymous,’ PG-13. In this alternately entertaining and wildly ham-handed speculative romp, director Roland Emmerich and screenwriter John Orloff advance the notion that William Shakespeare was a fraud and that Edward de Vere, Earl of Oxford, … |
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Thursday, February 9, 2012 |
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Local Valentine’s events for every tasteValentine’s Day comes but once a year, so the last thing you want to do is miss the mark by planning an unsatisfactory celebration. The better you know your sweetheart, the easier it is to … |
Thursday, February 9, 2012 |
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Chamber group to perform Valentine’s benefit at HuntNASHUA – The weather may be a bit dull this time of year, but Valentine’s Day is right around the corner. If you’re in the mood to get your endorphins raised, come to the Hunt … |
Thursday, February 9, 2012 |
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‘Storage Wars’ ” Weiss worked in produce – not with producersQUESTION: Who is Barry Weiss on “Storage Wars” and what is his background? He seems to know a lot of famous people and has a lot of nice toys. ANSWER: According to his A&E biography, … |
Thursday, February 9, 2012 |
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Studio 99 in Nashua hosts ‘Love Gone Bad’ Valentine eventNASHUA – Just as one way of expressing love isn’t for everyone, neither is one way of celebrating Valentine’s Day. For each person who’s thrilled to receive a box of chocolates, there’s someone who would … |
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Thursday, February 9, 2012 |
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Discuss ‘Contemporary Irish Writers’ at Hollis LibraryThe Friends of the Hollis Social Library received a grant from the New Hampshire Humanities Council to present the book discussion series “Contemporary Irish Writers.” The second book to be discussed will be “Paddy Clarke … |
Thursday, February 9, 2012 |
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Sharon Arts plans monthly ArtBarPETERBROUGH – A new monthly event, ArtBar, will premiere at the Sharon Arts Center Exhibition Gallery, 30 Grove St., from 7-9 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 11. “ArtBars are popping up all over the country,” gallery director … |
Thursday, February 9, 2012 |
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Not Your Mom planning ‘Unfortunate Entertainment’Not Your Mom’s Musical Theater is planning auditions for its new five-part concert series, tentatively titled “An Evening of Unfortunate Entertainment.” Each of the concerts will feature lesser known musical theater pieces from a different … |
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Friday, February 10, 2012 |
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Upcoming Benefit ConcertOn February 18 at 7:30 p.m., a concert will be held at the Unitarian Universalist Church, 669 union St., Manchester. Held as a benefit for UUCM, the concert, entitled “Music Among Friends” will feature church … |
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Friday, February 10, 2012 |
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Roast Pork Public SupperArlington Street United Methodist Church hosts a Roast Pork Public Supper on Sat., February 18 from 4:30-6:30pm. This family style dinner includes potato, carrots, green beans, bread, beverage and dessert. Adults $10, Seniors $9, Children … |
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Sunday, February 5, 2012 |
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Marionette company brings wood, Styrofoam, cloth to lifePINOLE, Calif. – Walking into the Fratello Marionettes workshop is like stepping into a world of imagination. There are wolves and fantastical animals of every description, and stringed people of every size and shape. Pillowcase-like … |
Thursday, February 2, 2012 |
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Spanish Brass comes to NashuaNASHUA – The Nashua Community Concert Association will continue its 2011-12 season on Saturday, Feb. 25, with Spanish Brass, which has spanned the globe, performing eclectic musical programs from a repertoire of classical to contemporary … |
Thursday, February 2, 2012 |
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Nightlife in Southern New HampshireNASHUA 5 DRAGONS LOUNGE: 28 Railroad Square. Wednesdays: DJ and Karaoke with DJ Bernie D, 9:30 p.m. Saturdays: DJ and Karaoke, 9:30 p.m. … |
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Thursday, February 2, 2012 |
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What’s on DVD this week‘Drive,’ R. Ryan Gosling delivers a slow, white-hot burn of a performance in this nervy, understated ode to one of Hollywood’s most cherished archetypes, the sad-eyed man of few words. Gosling and director Nicolas Winding … |
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Thursday, February 2, 2012 |
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Nashua Symphony’s Fanfare 2012 features New England Swing ensembleWithout our military, there would be no one to defend our country or our basic freedoms. There would also be no such thing as New England Swing, the ensemble that will perform at Fanfare 2012, … |
Thursday, February 2, 2012 |
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Easy no-bake cheesecake has lemony flavorJanet Brunner, of St. Augustine, Fla., was looking for a no-bake recipe for lemon Jell-O cheesecake. Mercedes Shideler, of Sebastopol, Calif., shared her recipe for lemon cheesecake that she hopes is the one for which … |
Thursday, February 2, 2012 |
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‘Walking Dead’ to return, but ‘Prime Suspect’ is doneQUESTION: I saw a Toyota Prius ad with a song where the words were “Baby, come along with me,” I think. Who sings this song and is it on CD? ANSWER: That’s French singer Fabienne … |
Thursday, February 2, 2012 |
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Newt, loot and glutes – everybody’s a winnerRendering story ideas for each of these columns isn’t as glamorous as it looks. Granted, there is hair and makeup and costume fitting, fumbling between calls on several iPhones and dealing with accountants, but for … |
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Thursday, February 2, 2012 |
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Music review: ‘Live From The Kitchen’‘Live From The Kitchen’Yo Gotti, J Records. Yo Gotti’s new “Live From the Kitchen” sounds like something from years ago – and not just because it has reportedly been delayed from release by a couple … |
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Thursday, February 2, 2012 |
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Local artists nominated for NH Theatre AwardsIt’s time to honor the brightest stars in New Hampshire’s theatrical firmament. The 10th annual New Hampshire Theatre Awards will be held at 7 p.m. Friday, at the Palace Theatre in Manchester. Here are the … |
Thursday, February 2, 2012 |
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Personalities clash on ‘Joan & Melissa’PASADENA, Calif. – Joan Rivers has had a bad day. “The dog got sick,” she said. “My toilet overran. … |
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Thursday, February 2, 2012 |
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‘Man on a Ledge’: Thriller with misplaced sense of humorThe first laugh doesn’t give it all away. Kyra Sedgwick, playing a New York TV reporter, shows up to cover the would-be suicide of the “Man on a Ledge.” She finishes her breathless report, and … |
Thursday, February 2, 2012 |
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‘Earth Stories’ gives topographical view of worldLOWELL, Mass. – Travelers navigating unfamiliar territory look for landmarks to help them find their way, such as a building or a bridge. When such manmade structures are removed from the picture, people experience the … |
Thursday, February 2, 2012 |
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Say aloha to Spam during 75th anniversaryMinnesotans may have sampled Spam in more ways than others in the country – given that it comes from Austin, Minn. – whether it’s tossed into a hot dish, deep-fried with cheese at the bar … |
Thursday, February 2, 2012 |
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Merrimack Valley Artisans seeking new membersThe Merrimack Valley Artisans are seeking local artists and fine craftspeople. The group is composed of about 24 local members and meets monthly in Dunstable, Mass., to discuss issues and concerns. The group also brings … |
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Thursday, February 2, 2012 |
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New staff members hired to build Concord Community Music SchoolCONCORD – The Concord Community Music School has two new staff members. Anne Janeway, of Norwich, Vt., is director of development. She works to attract support for the organization through fundraising, events and strengthening the … |
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Wednesday, February 1, 2012 |
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NCO presents ‘French Masters’NASHUA – The Nashua Chamber Orchestra, with music director David Feltner, will present its second concert of the 2011-12 season at 8 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 18, in Judd Gregg Hall at Nashua Community College, 505 … |
Wednesday, February 1, 2012 |
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Scottish music at Nashua LibraryNASHUA – Alan Reid, one of the original members of Scotland’s famed Battlefield Band, will perform in concert with Rob van Sante at 2 p.m. Sunday, March 18, at the Nashua Public Library, 2 Court … |
Sunday, January 29, 2012 |
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Jolie steps behind the camera in ‘Land of Blood and Honey’“What I really want is some food!” Angelina Jolie says while walking into a big, empty room in New York’s Waldorf Astoria Hotel, dressed in a businesslike black suit and high-heel pumps. And it’s true: … |
Friday, January 27, 2012 |
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Rivier presenting Chagall exhibitNASHUA – The Rivier College Art Gallery is presenting “Marc Chagall and the Bible,” featuring etchings and lithographs by Chagall, a world-renowned pioneer of modernism in art. The exhibit, on loan from a private collection, … |
Friday, January 27, 2012 |
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Cookbook display at Speare MuseumNASHUA – Part of the extensive cookbook collection of Gail (Brown) Pinet is on display in the cabinet at the front entrance to the Nashua Historical Society’s Florence Speare Museum, 5 Abbott St. Pinet was … |
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Friday, January 27, 2012 |
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School presents 17th Hilltop CircusWILTON – The 17th annual Hilltop Circus, “J.J. Kazaam and the Missing Music,” will be presented by the middle school students of Pine Hill Waldorf School at 7 p.m. Friday, Feb. … |
Friday, January 27, 2012 |
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‘Thrift Shop’ exhibit at Sharon ArtsPETERBOROUGH – The photo exhibit “Thrift Shop” will run through Saturday, Feb. 25, at the Sharon Arts Center Members Gallery. The photos in the exhibit are made by artists of all ages from the East … |
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