Hey, Granite Staters. Happy Wednesday!

This is one of my favorite times of year. There are no flies or humidity yet, but the air is warm and the sun feels just right. Speaking of the weather, there are so many events happening this weekend! We have it all, from spring festivals and farmers markets to cultural events and hands-on workshops. 

Here’s what I’m covering in today:

🏠 4 NH homes that were featured on HGTV

🌸 Top events for your calendar

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The HGTV logo. (kiwiblue12/CC BY 3.0)

Over the past 30 years, HGTV has been a favorite for home inspiration, airing in waiting rooms and living rooms alike — and a handful of New Hampshire homes have made it onto the network. Here are four episodes to check out:

 🏠 “From Boston to New Hampshire”
Show: House Hunters (Season 239, Episode 7, aired Oct. 1, 2023)
Newlyweds Emily and John leave Boston’s Jamaica Plain to find a charming home in Amherst, New Hampshire, with guidance from real estate agent Salah Amrani.

 🏠 “Blended Bliss in New Hampshire”
Show: My Lottery Dream Home (Season 12, Episode 8, aired Aug. 26, 2022)
After winning $2 million on a scratch ticket, Becky and her fiancé David search for a family-friendly dream home in the Nashua area with host David Bromstad.

 🏠 “Got Bored and Bought a Farm”
Show: Farmhouse Fixer (Season 1, Episode 1, aired March 3, 2021)
Jonathan Knight and Kristina Crestin help Kevin and Lisa Beals restore their historic 1735 Hollis farmhouse, preserving a piece of New England history.

🏠  “Camp Revamp”
Show: Farmhouse Fixer (Season 2, Episode 1, aired June 17, 2024)
Jonathan Knight renovates a 10-cabin, lakeside glamping property in southeast New Hampshire, inspired by his childhood summers.

Should we keep the liquor store rest stops or ditch them?

👉 Report highlights costly, hard-to-find child care in N.H.
A new analysis from the New Hampshire Fiscal Policy Institute highlights ongoing “critical shortfalls” in the state’s child care system, citing high costs and limited availability. (WMUR)

👉 NH renters fear new GOP bill would let landlords end leases without just cause
Recent legislative actions in the Granite State have favored landlords, and tenants fear it would negatively impact low-income families, seniors, and those with disabilities, while also making the strained New Hampshire rental market even worse. (Granite Post)

👉 NH cities reject ‘sanctuary’ label, emphasize welcoming policies
 As President Trump prepares to sign an executive order targeting “sanctuary cities,” some New Hampshire communities say the label doesn’t apply to them. The New Hampshire Municipal Association said the state has no sanctuary cities, though Nashua and Lebanon call themselves “welcoming cities,” promoting inclusivity for all. (WMUR)

This weekend

🥑 Manchester Vegan Chef Challenge
Manchester, May 1-30
Local spots are serving exclusive plant-based dishes all month long. Try them, vote for your faves, and tag @VeganChefChallengeNortheast with your foodie pics.
More info

☕ Northeast Coffee Festival
Concord, May 2-3
Vendors, panelists, discussions, food trucks, live music, and more.
More info

🎨 Battle of the Brushes
Tamworth, May 2
Watch local artists face off in the Arts Council of Tamworth’s Battle of the Brushes. There will be drinks, snacks, and two fast-paced painting rounds. All artwork will be up for grabs at the end.
More info

🚜 New Hampshire Farm, Forest and Garden Expo
Deerfield, May 2-3
Family-friendly expo with animals, demos, kids’ activities, expert workshops, and more. Tickets $10 (12 & under free). 
More info

🩵 Northeast Sea Glass Expo
Hampton, May 3-4
An annual event celebrating ocean-inspired artistry, featuring over 40 artists showcasing creations made from natural sea glass, driftwood, seashells, and beach stones.
More info

🌻 Spring Awakening Pow Wow
Tilton, May 3
There will be drums, dancers, food, vendors, and raffles. 
More info

📚 Free Comic Book Day
Various locations, May 3
Various shops throughout New Hampshire will be selling exclusive comic books. See a store locator here.
More info

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