Downtown Peterborough

2006 Events Schedule

Parade of Giant Puppets 12:00 Noon

Related Arts Festival Events:

Pancake Breakfast
On Saturday May 20th the Unitarian Church will be hosting a delicious pancake breakfast from 7:30 - 9:30 a.m. in the dining room of the church. Adults $5.00. Children under 12 $3.00. Enter through the side door.

The Sculpture Project
Kris Calnan, resident artist at the Sharon Arts Center, presents work by Conval students of outdoor mixed media sculptures on social political statements made by these student artists. These sculptures will be on display for the festival in Putnam Park.

Peterborough Children's Choir presents "All Things Bright and Beautiful"
In conjunction will Children and the Arts Day, The Peterborough Children's Choir directed by Maria Belva, will be presenting their 9th annual spring concert, All Things Bright and Beautiful, on Sunday, May 21st at 3 p.m. in the sanctuary of the Peterborough Unitarian Church on Main Street in Peterborough. $10.00 for adults, and $5.00 for children. Tickets are available at Steeles, Toadstool Bookshop, and at the door.

Putnam Park
Conval Drum Line     12:00 - 12:30
Listen to this spectacular group of percussionists as they lead the parade downtown.

Drum Wave    12:30 - 1:00
Come listen to this steel drum band of 5th and 6th graders from the Emerson and (1:30 to 2 pm) Troy Schools in Fitzwilliam. Under the direction of Elaine Merrifield.

Maypole     1:00 - 1:15
Watch this lively and colorful event performed by PES students under the direction of Lynn Compton.

Drum Wave    1:30 - 2:00
Come listen to this steel drum band of 5th and 6th graders from the Emerson and (1:30 to 2 pm) Troy Schools in Fitzwilliam. Under the direction of Elaine Merrifield.

Maiden China    2:30 - 3:30
Local High School students rock on.

Lucky Duck Race     4:00 - 4:15
Buy a duck and float it downstream. This event is sponsored by the Lions Club and benefits local youth organizations.

Historical Society
Jazz Band     11:00 - 12:00
The High Mowing School Jazz Band under the direction of Elise MacDonald gives a lively performance of jazz, blues, swing, and more!

Suzuki Violins    9:30 - 10:00
Suzuki Violin students, ages 6-14, play standard Suzuki Violin repertoire.

ConVal School District String Ensemble    10:00 - 10:45
Musicians from the ConVal School District String Program perform for your listening pleasure under the direction of Jahna Moncrief.

Kindermusik     1:00 - 1:30
Laura Pierce's Kindermusik students play glockenspiels and recorders.

Hat Trick    1:45 - 2:15
This independent "jazz and everything" band, made up of five Peterborough teens, puts a unique, dynamic sound on classical jazz, blues, rock and originals. Taught by Michael Klodney.

Illegible Love Letter    2:30 - 3:00
Comprised of 6 ConVal students, this powerful jazz sextet plays standards, moderns and originals and put a new twist on classical and popular tunes.

TRAP    3:15 - 4:00
The Robin Allan Project Local youth perform a variety of pieces from jazz, reggae, African, Latin, rock & roll, and western.

Town House
Hilltop Circus    10:00 - 10:45
Seventh and 8th grade students create the acts in the Hilltop Circus, founded at the Pine Hill Waldorf School in 1996. Under the direction of Jackie Davis and musical director Leslie Vogel.

Monadnock Public Gymnasts    11:15 - 11:45
Young area gymnasts perform under the direction of Allison Wozmak.

The Gizmo Guys    1:00 - 2:00
This dynamic comedic juggling duo is sure to entertain audiences of all ages - toddlers to great-grandparents.

NHDI    2:15 - 2:45
Wendy Dwyer's Swat Team performs routines from their upcoming 20th anniversary celebration of "Jedanes'" a story of French culture.

Monadnock Performing Arts Academy    2:45 - 3:30
Dancers ranging in age from 10 to 18 perform works in a variety of genres, including jazz, modern, tap and ballet. Artistic direction by Christina Ahern and Pati Cloutier.

Recycled Runway Review    3:45 - 4:30
ConVal's Art and Environmental Science students model garments handmade from recycled materials. Don't miss this exciting event that gets bigger and better each year! Under the direction of Erin Sweeney and Dana Wood.

Grove Street
PES Singers    10:00 - 10:15
PES students sing several selections under the direction of Lynn Compton.

Village Cloggers    10:15 - 11:15
Foot stomping, hand clapping dances performed by adults and children of the Monadnock region.

Mango Groove    11:15 - 1:00
This professional steel drum band provides a glimpse of the islands with their lively music.

Monadnock Mavericks Line Dancers     1:00 to 1:45
PES class joins Peterborough's own version of country line dancing.

Well School Musicians    1:45 - 2:15
Enjoy this talented group of drummers led by Akil Garland and the pre-school kindergarten rhythmic band led by Kristin Garland.

Morris Dancers    2:30 - 4:00
Watch lively dancers of the Harrisville women's team and the men's group, Jack in the Green.

Mariposa Museum
Sand Painting    10:00 - 12:00 and 1:00 - 3:00
Join Nigerian Segun Oleunfemi on a collaborative sand painting outside the Mariposa if it is nice, and inside if inclement.

Angela Klingler (Storyteller)    10:00 - 10:45
This nationally recognized storyteller engages the imagination as she tells "Under-the-Sea" related tales for the entire family.

Antrim Elementary School Drummers    11:00 - 11:15
Young students will delight you with their rhythmic African drumming. Under the direction of Ginny Mierins.

Sand Painting     1:00 - 3:00
Join Nigerian Segun Oleunfemi as he works on a collaborative sand painting outside the Mariposa if it is nice, and inside if inclement.

Cobb Meadow Story Teller    2:00 - 2:30
Anne Branzell tells the story of a heroic young sea girl. Especially for listeners 3½ - 7. All welcome. Make a soft fleece puppet after the story.

Acting Out     2:30 - 3:00
Energetic young people entertain the whole family with improvisational skits and audience participation. Under the direction of Jodi Clark.

Unitarian Church Parish Hall
Eve Kodiac - Feelin' Free    9:15 - 10:00
Music and movement for children with Eve Kodiac. Appropriate for babies to eight year olds with adult supervision.

Miss Laura's School of Dance     10:15 - 10:45
This adorable group of 3 to 7-year-old dancers performs under the direction of Laura Horn.

Flying Irish Dance Troupe    11:00 - 11:30
Members of this group perform traditional, modern, and innovative Irish dance routines. Artistic director is Mary-Sarah O'Hanlon.

Northern Lights Dance Troupe    1:30 - 2:15
Northern Lights performs Wish and The Legend Of The Phoenix from this year's repertory as well as a new work, Blue. Directed by Mandy Brightman.

Other Venues
Pancake Breakfast Unitarian Church downstairs    7:30 - 9:30

Giant Chalk Murals     9:30 - 2:30 in front of the Unitarian Church
Try your hand at sidewalk chalk art and help to create a large mural with Heidi Chester.

Flower Crowns Unitarian Church lawn.     All-day
Children's Craft presented by Pine Hill Waldorf School and Pine Hill Child Care Center. Make a beautiful spring flower crown to wear and take home.

Vocal students Unitarian Church Sanctuary     10:00 - 10:30
Vocal students from the studios of Maria Belva and Marybeth Hallinan.

Nellson Perry Nonie's Sidewalk     12:30 - 1:00
Enjoy this solo performance by a talented, young saxophone player.

Andy's Summer Playhouse at the Rymes Garage    10:00 - 12:00 and 1:00 - 3:00
Multi-media installation under the artistic direction of Bob Lawson.

Film Festival in the Peterborough Community Theater    2:00 - 3:00
Can't make it to Sundance? Come see the work of talented ConVal and Conant High School writers, actors, and film makers. Note: Material not suitable for younger audiences.

Pinewood Derby Race     2:30 - 3:00 in front of the Historical Society
Join Peterborough's Pack #8 Cub Scouts as they race their homemade Pinewood Derby cars. In case of inclement weather, the race will be held in the Unitarian Church Parish Hall.

Two Rivers Music Studio    12:45 - 1:30 Unitarian Church Sanctuary
Violin students of Cornelia Schwartz