March/April 2026 Calendar of Events

MARCHWednesday 18Reel Night Out: Emerald Isle, a Dublin street busker (and vacuum repairman) is charmed by an immigrant Czech pianist who asks him to fix her broken vacuum in exchange for playing piano with him, 6-8 p.m., Keene Public Library, 60 Winter St., Keene. Amy Kraemer, 603-352-0157; akraemer@keenenh.gov. Surry Village Charter School Board of Trustees Meeting, monthly meeting of the Board of Trustees of Surry Village Charter School, they will be reviewing the current status of the school and making decisions about upcoming events, 6-7 p.m., 146 School St., Keene. Angie Frazier, 603-439-6030; info@surryvillagecharterschool.org. Thursday 19Kids STEAM: Clay Egg Trays, mold egg trays with air dry clay, take them home to let them dry, and then attend our next STEAM day on Thursday, April 2, to paint and add the finishing touches, ages 5-12 and their caregivers, 3-4 p.m., Keene Public Library, 60 Winter St., Keene. Amy Kraemer, 603-352-0157; akraemer@keenenh.gov. Winter Art Workshops: Figure Drawing, join River Gallery School teaching artist Kate Milliken for a series of hands-on art workshops held in the beautiful North Barn at Retreat Farm, the North Barn bar will be open for drinks and pizza during each session, all are welcome; children under 12 need to be accompanied by an adult except where noted, 5-8 p.m., Retreat Farm, 45 Farmhouse Square, Brattleboro. info@retreatfarm.org. Restoring Insects Film, join the Swanzey Conservation Commission for a special video presentation by author and professor, Doug Tallamy, 7-8 p.m., Whitcomb Hall, 17-23 Main St., Swanzey. Cheri Domina, 207-930-9730; c.domina@proton.meI. Friday 20HatchSpace CNC Club, whether you're just starting to explore the world of CNC (computer numerically controlled) woodworking or you're a expert, this club provides a supportive space to share knowledge, learn, and create, no registration is necessary,1-4 p.m., HatchSpace, 22 High St., 2nd Floor, Room 204, Brattleboro, 802-552-8202; info@hatchspace.org. Random Acts of Flowers, special hands-on floral workshop with local florist Kathy Birkebak of Birch Creek Flowers, this unique program invites participants to create two small floral arrangements, one to keep and one to give away, registration required, 4-6 p.m., Peterborough Town Library, 2 Concord St., Peterborough; renman@peterboroughnh.gov. Little Explorers Nature Playgroup, a nature playgroup on Fridays for Children ages 3-5 and their caregivers, free, donations appredicated and registration is required, 10-11:30 a.m., BEEC, 1221 Bonnyvale Road, Brattleboro. Beec.org. Saturday 21Hike and Seek: Family Adventures – Sweetness Rising, join BEEC and The Boys and Girls Club of Brattleboro on a free guided outdoor family adventure geared towards children ages 5-11 and their caregivers, join for a tour of a sugar house while the maple sap is running, we will also play some forest games, 10 a.m.-noon, BEEC and various locations, 1221 Bonnyvale Rd., Brattleboro. BEEC.org. Meet the Greyhounds Adoption Open House, come and meet the adoptable greyhounds, kennel manager will be there to tell you all about the dogs and their unique personalities, 11 a.m.-1 p.m., 14 W Swanzey Road, Swanzey. Amy Roy, 603-355-1556; amy@helpinggreyhounds.org. Sunday 22Weightlifting Meet, featured events include squat, bench press and deadlifting, Olympic certified weightlifting judge, Jeff Brum will be in attendance as well, this event is perfect for beginner lifters in addition to experienced lifters too, must be 13 years or older to participate, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., Keene Family YMCA, 200 Summit Road, Keene. 603-352-6002; memberservices@keene-ymca.org. Tuesday 24Keene Pride Youth Book Club: Venom & Vow, there will be snacks, crafts, and the chance to talk all about this month's pick, all LGBTQ+ youth and allied youth are welcome, no matter if you read the whole book or a single page, 5-6 p.m., Keene Public Library, 60 Winter St., Keene. Eleanor Green, 603-352-0157; egreen@keenenh.gov. Nature Journaling, no artistic skill is required, just an open and curious mindset, 6-7 p.m., Keene Public Library, 60 Winter St., Keene. Amy Kraemer, 603-352-0157; akraemer@keenenh.gov. Wednesday 25Reel Night Out: Emerald Isle, warm, funny and wonderfully acted saga of an Irish immigrant family adjusting to life in 1980s New York City while trying to put a tragedy behind them, 6-8 p.m., Keene Public Library, 60 Winter St., Keene. Amy Kraemer, 603-352-0157; akraemer@keenenh.gov. Friday 27Let's Sing Taylor: An Unofficial Live Tribute Show, calling all Swifties to sing your hearts out and sport your Taylor-inspired attire, 7-9 p.m., The Colonial Theatre, 95 Main St., Keene. Connor White, 603-352-2033; boxoffice@thecolonial.org. Saturday 28Children's Easter Program and Egg Hunt, for all children 5th grade and younger, bring baskets and have a good time, 10-11 a.m., The First Congregational Church of Swanzey, 679 Old Homestead Highway, Swanzey. Cathy Shanahan, 603-352-6689; office@swanzeyucc.org. Kidz Fest, The Keene Sentinel and Parent Express present the first annual Kidz Fest, a fun-filled, family-friendly event, the festival features a lively mix of activities including laser tag, games, arts and crafts station, face painting, and more, kids can explore a variety of interests and memorable experiences., 12-4 p.m., Keene High School, 43 Arch St., Keene. APRILThursday 2Kids STEAM: Clay Egg Trays, paint and add the finishing touches to your egg trays, registration required, ages 5 - 12 and their caregivers, 3-4 p.m., Keene Public Library, 60 Winter St., Keene. Amy Kraemer, 603-352-0157; akraemer@keenenh.gov. Friday 3Little Explorers Nature Playgroup, a nature playgroup on Fridays for children ages 3-5 and their caregivers, free, donations appreciated, registration required, 10-11:30 a.m., BEEC, 1221 Bonnyvale Road, Brattleboro. Beec.org. The Peking Acrobats, combining daring maneuvers atop towering chair stacks, precision trick-cycling, gymnastics, incredible juggling, and awe-inspiring contortion, these masters of agility blend ancient traditions with cutting-edge entertainment, 7-10 p.m., The Colonial Theatre, 95 Main St., Keene. Cybele Mandell, 603-352-2033; boxoffice@thecolonial.org. Saturday 4Hike and Seek: Family Adventures - Bursting Buds, join BEEC and The Boys and Girls Club of Brattleboro on a free guided outdoor family adventure geared towards children ages 5-11 and their caregivers, join for a scavenger hunt searching for the magic of early spring, free, donations appreciated, registration required, 10 a.m.-noon, BEEC and various locations, 1221 Bonnyvale Road, Brattleboro. beec.org. Salamander Tea Party, enjoy salamander story books read by our salamander mascot, snack on salamander cookies, and learn all about salamander season in Vermont, free, donations appreciated, registration required, 10:30 a.m.-noon, Brooks Memorial Library, 224 Main St., Brattleboro. beec.org. String Lights and Stilettos Mom Prom, this unforgettable ladies' night out is your chance to dust off that old prom dress, bridesmaid gown, wedding gown, or any fabulous formal and dance the night away for a great cause, 7-10 p.m., Stonewall Farm, 242 Chesterfield Road, Keene. Friday 10Grandparents: Getting Started, taught by certified Safe Sitter Instructors, participants will learn to provide the best and safest care for their grandchildren, they will also learn the latest information on how to safely care for infants and children and how to manage the behavior of children of all ages, based on research from doctors and scientist, 9 a.m.-noon, Keene Family YMCA, 200 Summit Road, Keene. 603-352-6002; memberservices@keene-ymca.org. Little Explorers Nature Playgroup, a nature playgroup on Fridays for children ages 3-5 and their caregivers, free, donations appreciated, registration required, 10-11:30 a.m., BEEC, 1221 Bonnyvale Road, Brattleboro. Beec.org. Registration: BEEC.org Ballroom Dancing Social, dance the night away at the Y's Ballroom Dancing Social, this event is perfect for beginners, experienced dancers, and everyone in between, 6-8 p.m., Keene Family YMCA, 200 Summit Road, Keene. 603-352-6002; memberservices@keene-ymca.org. Sunday 12Faculty Recital Series, woodwinds, flute, clarinet, saxophone, and bassoon feature in this performance of unique and intriguing repertoire, 3-5 p.m., Redfern Arts Center, 90 Wyman Way, Keene. Wednesday 15Surry Village Charter School Board of Trustees Meeting, monthly meeting of the Board of Trustees of Surry Village Charter School, they will be reviewing the current status of the school and making decisions about upcoming events, 6-7 p.m., 146 School St., Keene. Angie Frazier, 603-439-6030; info@surryvillagecharterschool.org. Brass and Clarinet Ensembles, an evening featuring the brass family of instruments, led by trumpet professor Seelan Manickam, 7-9 p.m., Redfern Arts Center, 90 Wyman Way, Keene. Thursday 16Grow Your Own Herb Garden, in this hands-on workshop, you will plant a variety of herbs, with a special focus on different types of basil, and learn how to care for them so they thrive at home, everyone will take home a beautiful potted herb garden ready to grow on a windowsill, balcony, or in your backyard, 6-7 p.m., Stonewall Farm, 242 Chesterfield Road, Keene. Sam Healey, 603-352-5577; sam@stonewallfarm.org. Friday 17Little Explorers Nature Playgroup, a nature playgroup on Fridays for children ages 3-5 and their caregivers, free, donations appreciated, registration required, 10-11:30 a.m., BEEC, 1221 Bonnyvale Road, Brattleboro. Beec.org. Friday Night Classics: Mrs. Doubtfire, how far would an ordinary father go to spend more time with his children? Daniel Hillard is no ordinary father, so when he learns his ex-wife, Miranda, needs a nanny, he applies for the job, 7-9 p.m., The Colonial Theatre, 95 Main St., Keene. Connor White, 603-352-2033; boxoffice@thecolonial.org. Saturday 18Hike and Seek: Family Adventures - Spring Wings at Hinsdale Setbacks, join BEEC and The Boys and Girls Club of Brattleboro on a free guided outdoor family adventure geared towards children ages 5-11 and their caregivers, come celebrate with us - the migrating birds are returning with spring, free, donations appreciated, registration required, 10 a.m.-noon, BEEC and various locations, 1221 Bonnyvale Road, Brattleboro. beec.org. Healthy Kids Day, this event is a free annual community event designed to inspire kids and families to stay active, there will be many tables set up ready to educate you on the Y's programs, classes and camps, 1-4 p.m., Keene Family YMCA, 200 Summit Road, Keene. 603-352-6002; memberservices@keene-ymca.org. Jaffrey Troop 33 Spaghetti Supper, spaghetti, garlic bread, salad, dessert, drinks, adults $10, seniors and children $6, veterans $5, 4-7 p.m., American Legion Post 11, 20 Webster St., Jaffrey. Jaime Hutchinson, 603-831-9066; hutchjl@hotmail.com. Monday 20 Nature Explorers Spring Camp, bring your child during their days out of school for Nature Days of fun at BEEC, we will romp and stomp as we play and learn, and benefit from the fresh air and exercise, financial assistance available, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., BEEC 1221 Bonnyvale Road, Brattleboro. beec.org. Tuesday 21Nature Explorers Spring Camp, bring your child during their days out of school for Nature Days of fun at BEEC, we will romp and stomp as we play and learn, and benefit from the fresh air and exercise, financial assistance available, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., BEEC 1221 Bonnyvale Road, Brattleboro. beec.org. Wednesday 22Nature Explorers Spring Camp, bring your child during their days out of school for Nature Days of fun at BEEC, we will romp and stomp as we play and learn, and benefit from the fresh air and exercise, financial assistance available, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., BEEC 1221 Bonnyvale Road, Brattleboro. beec.org. Thursday 23Nature Explorers Spring Camp, bring your child during their days out of school for Nature Days of fun at BEEC, we will romp and stomp as we play and learn, and benefit from the fresh air and exercise, financial assistance available, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., BEEC 1221 Bonnyvale Road, Brattleboro. beec.org. Friday 24Nature Explorers Spring Camp, bring your child during their days out of school for Nature Days of fun at BEEC, we will romp and stomp as we play and learn, and benefit from the fresh air and exercise, financial assistance available, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., BEEC 1221 Bonnyvale Road, Brattleboro. beec.org. Monday 27Safe Sitter Essentials, this course is designed to prepare students in grades 6-8 to be safe when they're home alone, watching younger siblings, or babysitting, the instructor-led class is filled with fun games and role-playing exercises, 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Keene Family YMCA, 200 Summit Road, Keene. 603-352-6002; memberservices@keene-ymca.org. Bingo in the Hangout, win cool prizes while playing next to friends or family, this event is free and open to all, and no registration is required, 2-3 p.m., Keene Family YMCA, 200 Summit Road, Keene. 603-352-6002; memberservices@keene-ymca.org. Tuesday 28SOS (Signs of Suicide) Training, this training is to provide suicide prevention education by raising awareness, reducing stigma, and equipping youth, educators, and the community at large with tools and resources focused on the vulnerable, 9-11 a.m., Keene Family YMCA, 200 Summit Road, Keene. 603-352-6002; memberservices@keene-ymca.org. Trivia in the Hangout, some categories may include music, movies, video games, animals, science, geography, and sports, this event is free and open to all, and no registration is required, 1-2 p.m., Keene Family YMCA, 200 Summit Road, Keene. 603-352-6002; memberservices@keene-ymca.org.