Plymouth - Hard Southern Rockers Molly Hatchet storm into the Flying Monkey on Saturday, Feb. 25th.

Plymouth, NH.  At 7:30pm on Saturday, February 25th The Flying Monkey is ready to Thunder with Southern Rockers Molly Hatchet.  Known for their hard rockin live concerts, the bad boys of the south have always been at the forefront of the Southern Rock movement.  Citizens Band Radio will open the night.  Tickets for this concert start at $39.

Southern rock might have had its heyday in the 70’s, but the legions of fans that come out in droves to see it are sure to tell you different. Turn the dial to any classic rock radio station, and you’re guaranteed to hear a hit from say… Lynyrd Skynyrd.  Skynyrd was a band that could have made Southern rock the next "alternative" mainstream had it not been for tragedy striking the band in the form of a plane crash that claimed several band member's lives. From the ashes of that tragedy rose a few bands of the same ilk. Amongst them was Florida's Molly Hatchet.

Formed in 1975 by guitarist Dave Hlubek [pronounced "LOO'-bek"], they chalked up a string of three consecutive Platinum albums: their self-titled debut, Flirtin’ with Disaster (the follow up that went Double Platinum), and Beatin’ The Odds.  Molly Hatchet took the country by storm from their very first album. Less the twangy country influence of much Southern rock of the day, Molly Hatchet rather infused a heavy metal feel to their styling. Dave Hlubek himself was a rocker at heart. And rock they did.  The band certainly made its mark, their name becoming definitive with an entire musical movement.

Opening the night is CITIZENS BAND RADIO. Touring up and down the east coast in a 1957 GMC Motor Coach, playing vintage instruments: Pedal steel, guitars, mandolin and drums, harnessed together to light up the night with powerful harmonies, homegrown tunes, and positivity.

The show is sure to include Molly Hatchet classics "Whiskey Man," "Bounty Hunter," "Fall of the Peacemakers," "Beatin' the Odds," "Dreams I'll Never See," "Flirtin' with Disaster" and more.

Don't miss this opportunity to see the Sons of the South play their special blend of boogie, blues and hard rock!

The former Plymouth Theatre on Main Street in Plymouth, NH, the funky, 1920’s era playhouse was renovated in 2010 and updated with all the modern amenities of today’s state of the art live entertainment venue. What was previously a two-screen movie theater has been converted into one intimate performance hall. State of the Art Sound and Lighting was installed by renowned acoustic engineer Bill Blaine.  The venue boasts a unique seating layout including cabaret style table sections and bars on both the main floor and the balcony. Reserved table seating offers both food and beverage service in the main hall during performances, starting as early as an hour and a half before showtime.

Tickets for the Molly Hatchet concert are on sale now for $39, and $49 for Premier seats. For tickets and more information on concerts and the Flying Monkey Performance Center, visit www.flyingmonkeynh.com or call 603-536-2551.

NH House Leaders Congratulates Rep. on Majority Leadership Role Promotion

CONCORD – House Speaker William O’Brien (R-Mont Vernon) and House Majority Leader D.J. Bettencourt (R-Salem) today congratulated Rep. Beverly Ferrante (R-Derry) on her promotion from Chairman of the Municipal and County Government Committee to a policy leadership role in the Majority Office as Assistant Majority Policy Adviser. She joins Majority Policy Adviser Paul Mirski and Assistant Andy Renzullo in guiding policy strategy.

House Speaker William O’Brien

“With my support, albeit regret, Representative Beverly Ferrante has agreed to take on a policy leadership role in the Majority Office.  This is a well-deserved promotion for her I extend my sincere congratulation to Bev for this recognition.

“I am appointing Representative Lynne Ober to the position of Chairman of the Municipal and County Government Committee where she will be joining Representative Frank Sterling, as the Vice Chairman, and Representative Philip Munck, as the Clerk, in providing leadership for the committee. 

“Lynne has many years of experience as a legislator and currently serves as Vice Chairman of Finance and Chairman of the Special Committee on Education Funding Reform.  She will continue to hold her current committee leadership positions and her experience will be invaluable in ensuring a smooth transition for the Municipal and County Government Committee.  We very much appreciate this further example of the great dedication and value that Lynne has brought to the New Hampshire House.”

House Majority Leader D.J. Bettencourt

“We appreciate Bev’s willingness to leave her Chairmanship to assist on my leadership team. She will bring  an expertise in municipal issues and policy strategy to the Majority Office and we are very lucky to have her.”

Plymouth - DeadPhish @ Flying Monkey 2/11

Jammin all night at DeadPhish:  The Flying Monkey on Saturday, Feb. 11th.

Plymouth, NH.  At 7:30pm on Saturday, February 11th The Flying Monkey is excited to have everybody get their groove on to the music of Jerry Garcia and Phish.   Cats Under the Stars is known for paying tribute to the often overlooked catalogue of the Jerry Garcia Band, and The Phreaks are known for taking their fans on a musical journey that harkens back to the good old days of Phish festivals. Tickets for this concert start at $10.

DeadPhish promises to be a musical journey that will bring you the full experience of festivals from the days of Peace, Love, Good Vibes and even better Jams, and the man that started it all, Jerry Garcia... along with the band that unofficially picked up the torch after he passed, Phish. 

Cats Under the Stars bring you the tunes of the Jerry Garcia Band with authenticity. Their intentions, pure and simple, are to create good times, dancing, great music, and an experience you will not soon forget. As if that were not enough, in come The Phreaks… The Phreaks are an all-star cast of New England musicians celebrating the music of Phish. For years, the Phreaks have gained a reputation for delivering exciting and “phanatically” authentic performances. The band regularly recreates Phish shows and plays albums in their entirety.

The Flying Monkey Performance Center will remove several rows of seats for this show, so everybody can dance, jam, and get their groove on to a long night of awesome music, good vibes, and great times.
The former Plymouth Theatre on Main Street in Plymouth, NH, the funky, 1920’s era playhouse was renovated in 2010 and updated with all the modern amenities of today’s state of the art live entertainment venue. What was previously a two-screen movie theater has been converted into one intimate performance hall. State of the Art Sound and Lighting was installed by renowned acoustic engineer Bill Blaine.  The venue boasts a unique seating layout including cabaret style table sections and bars on both the main floor and the balcony. Reserved table seating offers both food and beverage service in the main hall during performances, starting as early as an hour and a half before showtime.

Tickets for the DeadPhish concert are on sale now for $10 & $15. For tickets and more information on concerts and the Flying Monkey Performance Center, visit www.flyingmonkeynh.com or call 603-536-2551.

ASMR - NH READINGS OF DUSTIN LANCE BLACK'S NEW PLAY, "8"

These events link to the ongoing attempt to repeal marriage equality in
NH -- HB437.

Telephone interviews are available.

NH VENUES:
2/7 7p University of NH, MUB Theatre, 83 Main St, Durham
2/10 7:30p Palace Theater, 80 Hanover St, Manchester
2/23 7p New England College, Simon Center Great Room, 98 Bridge St,
Henniker
2/28 8p Player’s Ring Theatre, 105 Marcy St, Portsmouth
3/20 7p Keene State College, Redfern Arts Center, 229 Main St, Keene

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NEW HAMPSHIRE READINGS OF DUSTIN LANCE BLACK’S NEW PLAY “8”
by Academy Award-Winning Screenwriter of Milk, J. Edgar

[Keene, NH] – The American Foundation for Equal Rights (AFER) and Broadway
Impact are proud to announce five, one-night-only readings of “8” across New
Hampshire beginning February 7 at UNH and concluding March 20 at Keene State
College. “8” chronicles the historic federal constitutional trial and
challenge to California’s Proposition 8, written by AFER Founding Board
Member and Academy Award-winning writer Dustin Lance Black.

Black, who penned the Academy Award-winning feature film Milk and the
critically-acclaimed film J. Edgar, based “8” on the actual words of the
trial transcripts, first-hand observations of the courtroom drama and
interviews with the plaintiffs and their families.

“8” is an unprecedented account of the Federal District Court trial in Perry
v. Schwarzenegger (now Perry v. Brown), the case filed by AFER to overturn
Proposition 8 which stripped gay and lesbian Californians of the fundamental
right to marry when it was struck down by the Federal District Court in
August 2010. That ruling was appealed to the United States Court of Appeals
for the Ninth Circuit by the anti-marriage proponents of Proposition 8.
AFER's legal team was at the Ninth Circuit in December 2011 for a hearing to
urge that court to unseal the trial video. The American public was not
given a chance to witness the historic trial because the Proponents launched
a desperate attempt to forever hide the video recording of the trial.

“8” had its much-heralded Broadway world premiere on September 19, 2011, at
the sold-out Eugene O’Neill Theatre in New York City. The production
brought in over one million dollars to support AFER’s efforts to achieve
full federal marriage equality. The play is set for multi-city performances
in 2012, including an all-star performance in Los Angeles on March 3, 2012
featuring Academy Award-winner George Clooney.

“People need to witness what happened in the Proposition 8 trial, if for no
other reason than to see inequality and discrimination unequivocally
rejected in a court of law where truth and facts matter,” said AFER Founding
Board Member Dustin Lance Black. “The goal of ‘8’ is to show the world that
marriage equality is a basic constitutional right. The facts are on our side
and truth always finds the light. AFER and Broadway Impact are doing all we
can to help speed that process along.”

In addition to its Broadway and Los Angeles productions, AFER and Broadway
Impact are licensing “8” to colleges and community theatres nationwide in
order to spur action, dialogue and understanding. AFER and Broadway Impact
are helping produce these staged readings across the country, which includes
a talk-back panel after each performance.

A ruling on the constitutionality of Proposition 8 and the release of the
trial video is expected soon. The Perry case is widely anticipated to end
up in the United States Supreme Court.

For information about how to purchase NH venue tickets or produce “8,” visit
www.8theplay.com.

Follow “8”on Twitter: @8theplay or on Facebook.

Super Bowl Party at Tuscan Kitchen in Salem, New Hampshire

Watch the Game in Artisan Italian Style at Tuscan Kitchen

WHAT:                 Watch the New England Patriots take on the New York Giants during the Super Bowl XLVI on February 5th, 2012, at Tuscan Kitchen, the award-winning Artisan Italian restaurant located in Salem, New Hampshire. Enjoy the game on one of the many state-of-the-art Plasma TV’s as you take in an extravagant buffet fit for any NFL player including an assortment of handmade assorted wood fired pizzas, Tuscan burger sliders and Salsiccia subs prepared by Executive Chef Jim Rogers.

While cheering for your favorite team, enjoy selections of draft beer and extensive wine offerings, or sip on the Super Bowl signature drink “Patriots Passion Martini.” Top off your feast with the Super Bowl Cake prepared especially by the Tuscan Kitchen Pastry Chefs!

How Much:                      Cost is $30 per person (excluding alcohol, tax and gratuity). Reservations are recommended and can be made by calling 603-952-4875.

WHERE:             Tuscan Kitchen│67 Main Street, Salem, NH 03079│603-952-4875

WHEN:           Sunday, February 5th, 2012 from 5:00PM to 11:00PM

Super Bowl Sunday

$30 per person

Buffet

Salumi E Formaggi, Assaggi

Tuscan Kitchen signature tasting of imported Italian meats, Artisan cheeses

WoodGrilled Vegetables with Extra Virgin Olive Oil & Aged Balsamic

Tuscan White Bean & Grilled Sausage Soup

Assorted Wood Fired Pizzas

Semolina and Reggiano Crusted Chicken Tenders

Polpettoni Sliders

Tuscan Burger Sliders

Salsiccia Subs

Ciabatta Bread

with Salami, Proscuitto, Fresh Mozzarella, & Roasted Red Peppers

Rosemary and Garlic Roasted Sirloin

Country Pork Ribs with Local Honey Pancetta Baked Beans

Wood Grilled Swordfish with Wood Grilled Vegetables

Spit Roasted Garlic and Lemon Chicken

Molasses Mustard Glazed Roasted Pork Loin

Orecchiette Pasta Salad

Tuscan Kitchen Caesar Salad

Andrews Famous Oversized Chocolate Chip Cookies

The Super Bowl Cake from our Pastry Chef’s!

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About Tuscan Kitchen:

Tuscan Kitchen is an upscale restaurant offering handcrafted regional Italian cuisine located in Salem, New Hampshire. Owner/Entrepreneur Joe Faro and Executive Chef/ Partner Jim Rogers, opened Tuscan Kitchen with one simple vision: recreating a true Italian experience. Everything from the imported Italian limestone on the building’s 17,000 square foot exterior, to the fireplaces, wood-fired oven, custom-made Italian imported pasta-making equipment, ingredients and menu reflects various regions of Italy. With 525 seats, an expansive yet intimate dining room, three private dining rooms, two outdoorpatios, a wine bar and regular live entertainment, Tuscan Kitchen is the perfect place for enjoying a bottle of wine or cocktails, dining on all occasions, special chef and wine tastings, and holding special events and private parties alike. Tuscan Kitchen is located at 67 Main Street, Salem, NH, 03079. Hours of operation are as follows: Lunch: Monday- Saturday, 11:30AM to 3PM, Sunday, 12PM to 4PM and Dinner:  Monday- Saturday:  5PM to 10PM and Sunday 12PM to 9PM. For more information please call 603-952-4875 or visit www.tuscan-kitchen.com.