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28 July Events: 4th of July, The Prouty, Circus Smirkus & More [2018]

Jun 27, 2018 06:11PM ● By Erin Frisch
Summer is in full swing and we want you to get out and enjoy the town! We've compiled a list of local events taking place throughout the month and with musical concerts, art exhibits, and even the circus, we're certain you can find a fun event to attend.

Outdoor Adventure

Break out the flip-flops and shorts and head outdoors. With July 4th right around the corner make sure not to miss out on any fun events like Hanover's Old-Fashioned 4th of July Celebration. One of the communities most feel-good events is The 37th Annual Prouty which is fast approaching. Make sure you find a way to participate whether this is volunteering your time or taking a stroll for a good cause.

Hanovers Old-Fashioned 4th of July Celebration  - start Jul 04 2018 1000AM

Hanover's Old-Fashioned 4th of July Celebration: Jul 4, 2018 10:00AM

starts with a parade starts at 10am and will be followed by free festivities, including pony rides and MORE at the Dartmouth Green. Read More » 

Fourth of July Parade in Plainfield - start Jul 04 2018 1100AM

Fourth of July Parade in Plainfield: Jul 4, 2018 11:00AM

The town's annual Independence Day parade, along with an art show, barbecue and other events all day long. Read More » 

Old Vermont Fourth Celebration in Woodstock - start Jul 04 2018 1000AM

Old Vermont Fourth Celebration in Woodstock: Jul 4, 2018 10:00AM

A patriotic family celebration featuring a reading of the Declaration of Independence, a historic debate, wagon rides, making 1890s flags, spelling bees, sack races, playing historic base... Read More » 


The 37th Annual Prouty - start Jul 13 2018 0800AM

The 37th Annual Prouty: Jul 13, 2018 8:00AM

Benefitting cancer research and patient supportive services at Dartmouth-Hitchcock Norris Cotton Cancer Center-Join us on July 13-14, 2018 Read More » 

 

Warner hiStory Walk - start Jul 27 2018 0700PM

Warner hiStory Walk: Jul 27, 2018 7:00PM

History is told through stories about the people and places from the past. You don’t have to attend a lecture or read a history book to hear these stories. Join us as we stroll throug... Read More » 


Cooking Classes, Tastings & All Things Food

From kid to adult cooking classes at King Arthur Flour to cracking open a fresh Maine Lobster on the Green in Woodstock, food is where it's at this summer. Check out all these fun food-related events taking place this July!

Flag Cake Baking for Kids - start Jul 03 2018 0900AM

Flag Cake: Baking for Kids: Jul 3, 2018 9:00AM

Come create a berry delicious red, white and blue cake in celebration of Independence Day! Ages 9-14 Read More » 

Lobsters On The Green - start Jul 07 2018 0500PM

Lobsters On The Green - Jul 7, 2018 5:00PM

Lobsters on The Green, put on by the Woodstock Area Chamber of Commerce and the Woodstock Rotary Club. Lobster or chicken dinner served with corn on the cob, coleslaw, watermelon. Cash b... Read More » 

Glazed Donuts with Farmhouse Pottery - start Jul 20 2018 0900AM

Glazed Donuts with Farmhouse Pottery: Jul 20, 2018 9:00AM

Nothing is as enjoyable as making something with your own two hands—be it gorgeous pottery or delicious food. This class has both! Start the day off at King Arthur Flour in Norwich, learn... Read More »

Summer Pasta - start Jul 28 2018 0100PM

Summer Pasta - Jul 28, 2018 1:00PM

Make pasta that's tender and toothsome and let the garden inspire the sauce. Learn to make a simple elegant egg pasta by hand and shape it to suit the seasonal sauces. Read More » 


Entertainment

Entertainment is by far our biggest category for the month with lots of concerts, art exhibits, dance events, performances, festivals and even the circus! 

Little Women - start Jun 27 2018 0200PM

Little Woment: Jul 1, 2018 7:00PM

Exactly 150 years ago, Louisa May Alcott introduced the world to the now-familiar members of the resilient March family: pretentious Amy, romantic Meg, gentle Beth, wise old Marmie – and ... Read More » 

Xavier Cortada Water Paintings Epoch  Native Flags - start Jun 26 2018 1100AM

Xavier Cortada: Water Paintings, Epoch & Native Flags: Jul 7, 2018 11:00AM

“Water Paintings,” an visual exhibition of works created at Hubbard Brook Experimental Forest by Xavier Cortada. “Water Paintings allowed me to give water at Hubbard Brook’s nine waters... Read More » 

Childrens Summer Theater - start Jul 09 2018 1000AM

Children’s Summer Theater: Jul 9, 2018 10:00AM

Once again we are pleased to have Impact Theatre from Jean’s Playhouse in Lincoln, NH present 10 am Monday Morning Musicals for the children.check the website on many performances through... Read More » 

Sylvia - start Jul 11 2018 0200PM

Sylvia: Jul 11, 2018 2:00PM

After 22 years in the suburbs, Greg and Kate are starting a new chapter in their lives with a big move to New York City. But when Greg falls head over heels in love with a street-smart, ... Read More » 

Washington Saxophone Quartet - start Jul 12 2018 0730PM

Washington Saxophone Quartet: Jul 12, 2018 7:30PM

The Washington Saxophone Quartet is the most widely heard saxophone quartet in the United States. Formed in 1976, WSaxQ has performed recitals, concerts, and master classes in the United... Read More » 

Singers  Swingers - start Jul 13 2018 0700PM

Singers & Swingers: Jul 13, 2018 7:00PM

Circus artists and singers come together to create an exhilarating evening from the high wire to the high C’s. Enjoy live music – from the Broadway stage to the Opera house – in a beautif... Read More » 

North Country Community Theatre presents Curtains - start Jul 13 2018 0730PM

North Country Community Theatre presents Curtains: Jul 13, 2018 7:30PM

For their 46th annual summer production, North Country Community Theatre presents Curtains, a musical send-up of backstage murder mystery plots set in 1959 Boston. The show follows the fa... Read More » 

Laura Mazon in Concert - start Jul 14 2018 0730PM

Laura Mazon in Concert: Jul 14, 2018 7:30PM

Join ArtisTree as we celebrate Cuban Culture with Cuban-American musician Laura Mazon. Read More » 

Cuban Cultural Festival - Near and Far A Day of Cuba - start Jul 14 2018 1000AM

Cuban Cultural Festival - Near and Far: A Day of Cuba: Jul 14, 2018 10:00AM

10:30am-12:30pm: Family Art Workshop “Endangered Species Flag Creation Workshop” 2-3:45pm: ”The Mystery of the Classical Guitar” Master musician workshop with musician Laura Mazon. Bring... Read More »  

Southern Vermont Dance Festival 6th Annual Passes - start Jul 19 2018 0400PM

Southern Vermont Dance Festival 6th Annual Passes: Jul 19, 2018 4:00PM

The Southern Vermont Dance Festival returns in July 2018 from July 19th - July 22nd with an exciting round of dance classes, lectures and performances hosted in the one and only Brattlebo... Read More » 

42nd Street - start Jul 18 2018 0200PM

42nd Street: Jul 19, 2018 2:00PM

The ultimate show-biz musical! Small-town Peggy Sawyer is on the hunt for her big break in a depression-era New York City teeming with savvy chorus girls, imperious aging divas, and cut-t... Read More » 

Circus Smirkus - start Jul 21 2018 0100PM

Circus Smirkus: Jul 21, 2018 1:00PM

Ticket sales open online and by phone on May 1, 2018. The Circus Barn 4 Shows: Sat 1 & 6 pm, Sun 11 am & 4 pm Hanover, NH at Fullington Farm Field Sponsored by The Sharon Ac... Read More » 

Artist Showcase - start Jul 21 2018 0600PM

Artist Showcase: Jul 21, 2018 6:00PM

Opera North’s artists will showcase their unique virtuosity talents at this special concert. It’s a unique opportunity to get to know these distinguished young professionals and hear thei... Read More » 

Ginkgoa performing at Dartmouth College - start Jul 25 2018 0530PM

Ginkgoa performing at Dartmouth College: Jul 25, 2018 5:30PM

She comes from New York, he lives in Paris - her name is Nicolle Rochelle, his name is Antoine Chatenet, and fighting against all the odds of their geographic destiny, they found each oth... Read More » 

NoTown Music Festival - start Jul 26 2018 0700PM

NoTown Music Festival: Jul 26, 2018 7:00PM

July 26-29, 2018. Spend 4 days and 3 nights of music, community and camping on the Tweed River in Central VT! NoTown is about bringing art and community together. We strive to create a so... Read More » 

Opera North Lake Sunapee Musical Dinner Cruise  - start Jul 26 2018 0600PM

Opera North: Lake Sunapee Musical Dinner Cruise: Jul 26, 2018 6:00PM

Take a relaxing cruise around Lake Sunapee and enjoy wonderful music by Opera North artists. During the 2-hour cruise, you will enjoy magnificent New Hampshire scenery, with unique views ... Read More » 

Bakkhai by Euripides a new version by Anne Carson - start Jul 26 2018 0700PM

Bakkhai by Euripides, a new version by Anne Carson: Jul 26, 2018 7:00PM

Alternating dialogue with Bakkhic women's odes of song and speak chorus, this new version of Euripides' text by Anne Carson brings Greek tragedy to life. Dionysos weaves his spell in th... Read More »  

Anastasia Robinson Soprano - start Jul 26 2018 0730PM

Anastasia Robinson, Soprano: Jul 26, 2018 7:30PM

On Thursday, July 26, Anastasia Robinson, soprano extraordinaire who is equally at home in opera, oratorio and art song, will perform a delightful program of folk and popular songs compos... Read More » 

 

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