Top five things to do

Lifestyle –

The prolonged drag of winter and damp start to spring might have you feeling a bit stir crazy. Here are some ways to get out of the house and indulge in local arts and culture this weekend.

Now Read This: April

Books –

Some of the new titles coming out in April seem particularly timely in light of the current national discourse. Here’s our guide to the top 10 most anticipated books scheduled for publication this month.

Port Watch: Week of March 27

News, Outdoor, Port Watch –

A heavy-lift ship arrives at the state pier this afternoon, and a couple of other vessels are expected later this week — including a particularly massive one Friday. Details in this week's installment of Port Watch.

Photo contest: winter winners

Art –

The Sound’s sister site, PortsmouthNH.com, has announced the winners of its Winter Photo Contest. Two of the images capture tranquil sunset scenes, while the other shows an intrepid surfer braving harsh winter conditions.

Top five things to do

Lifestyle –

The first weekend of spring brings a variety of events to the Seacoast, including spoken-word readings, live music, choreographed dancing, and a colonial trade show. Learn about some of the highlights in our weekly event roundup.

Top five things to do

Lifestyle –

There’s art, music, comedy, astrophotography, and outrageous William Shatner impersonations coming to a Seacoast town near you this weekend. Get the details here.

Perennial perfection

Outdoor –

The UNH Cooperative Extensions shares tips on pairing perennial plants for continuous bloom and season-long interest in varying light soil conditions.

Top five things to do

Lifestyle –

Wintery weather returns this weekend, but you can keep warm with live music and theater, and start planning your spring garden. Check out some highlights of this weekend’s local happenings.

Growing seedlings at home

Outdoor –

The time to start certain garden seeds is right around the corner. The UNH Cooperative Extension Center has some tips for getting off to a great start this season.

A hermit’s tale

Outdoor, Books –

Journalist Michael Finkel, author of The Stranger in the Woods, shares the true story of a man who lived in the Maine woods for 27 years. Finkel will be in Portsmouth next week.

Port Watch: Week of March 6

News, Outdoor, Port Watch –

As spring approaches, things get a bit slower at the Port of New Hampshire. A couple of vessels sailed on Saturday, leaving the port empty until Thursday, when a salt ship is due to arrive. Get the details in Port Watch.

Now Read This: March

Books –

Among the most highly anticipated books slated for publication in March is the true story of a Maine-based hermit, authored by Michael Finkel, who will soon discuss the book in Portsmouth. Learn more about that and other top titles here.

Top 10 things to do

Lifestyle –

There are so many interesting events going on around the Seacoast this weekend that we’ve decided to boost our normal top-five roundup to a top 10. See the highlights we’ve chosen here.

Warriors of the eternal dub

Music –

A conversation with New Hampshire natives John and Marc Beaudette of Flying Vipers, who just released their second tape and have a show in Boston on Friday.

Port Watch: Week of Feb. 20

Outdoor, Port Watch, News –

The Iver Prosperity sailed in this morning, joining the Leo at the Port of New Hampshire. Both ships sail on Tuesday, but several others are due in later this week. Get the details in this week's installment of Port Watch.

Top five things to do

Lifestyle –

A weekend free of snowstorms and full of music, theater, and storytelling awaits Seacoast residents and visitors. Check out a handful of the highlights.