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The inspiration for Hiroya Tsukamoto’s music comes from his world travels, so when the pandemic hit, he wasn’t sure where to find it.
While the last event to honor and support local veterans and active-duty personnel was far out, this year’s will be totally outtasight.
“Bass was the obvious necessity. And I wanted to feel like I was necessary. I think Bass is an instrument that has a very dignified role in communal music.” Mali Obomsawin tells me, with a laugh, about how they got started in music, accompanying their father to gigs around the Northeast. Mal…
One of my favorite times of the year is almost here, and I’m not talking about Valentine’s Day. As a devotee of wild mammals, I am charmed by … Read moreGroundhogs and Their Special Day
The biggest problem with ice fishing is that bitter winter weather that numbs fingers, toes and sometimes the desire to fish. The answer for m… Read moreICE SHANTIES
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Decoupage is a great project for all ages and there are so many different ways to do it, you may find you have all the essentials on hand alre… Read moreThe History of Decoupage and Project Ideas
We’ve all witnessed the price of eggs skyrocket over the past few months. I saw a funny meme this week that said we’d all probably be dying po… Read moreEgg Prices Got You Down? Try a Tofu Scramble!
When we think of the American home, visions of white picket fences and green manicured lawns may come to mind. What we forget is that these la… Read moreBeyond Green Lawns & Picket Fences: Transforming Our Yards into Healthy Habitats
The Monadnock Region Health Reporting Lab will soon launch its first podcast. Read moreSentinel Health Lab’s ‘Invisible Illness’ podcast to launch in February
The New Hampshire Antique Co-op in Milford celebrates 40 years in business this year. A family-owned business that opened in 1983, the Co-op h… Read moreA Profile of the NH Antique Co-op in Milford