"Exhibition on Screen" Art Film Series Returns To Park Theatre with 2024 Season

Acclaimed film series returns with 11 documentaries starting on February 14 with "Klimt & The Kiss"

JAFFREY, New Hampshire (February 7, 2024) The acclaimed documentary series about art and artists, EXHIBITION ON SCREEN (EOS), returns to The Park Theatre in Jaffrey with its start of its 2024 series.

The 2024 eleven film series opens with a screening of Klimt and The Kiss on Wednesday, February 14 at 1:30 p.m. Painted in Vienna around 1908, the evocative image of an unknown embracing couple has captivated viewers with its mystery, sensuality and dazzling materials ever since it was created. But just what lies behind the appeal of the painting – and just who was the artist that created it? Klimt was a titan of the Art Nouveau movement, creating decadent new worlds which merged tender sensuality, ancient mythology and radical modernity.

The EOS Series at The Park Theatre continues with Easter in Art (March), John Singer Sargent (April), The Artist's Garden: American Impressionism (May), My National Gallery: London (June), Rembrandt (July), Raphael Revealed (August), Young Picasso (September), Canaletto & The Art of Venice (October), Cézanne (November), and Matisse: From MoMA & Tate Modern (December).

All films will be screened in the 333-seat Eppes Auditorium with its 27-foot wide giant screen and 17-speaker surround sound.

EXHIBITION ON SCREEN is the originator and pioneer of bringing exhibition-based art films to the cinema. Working with top international museums and galleries, EXHIBITION ON SCREEN creates films that offer a cinematic immersion into the world's best-loved art, accompanied by insights from leading historians and critics. Since launching in 2011, EXHIBITION ON SCREEN has released dozens of films that have been shown in over 66 countries across the globe, and over two million seats have been sold.

"We have been so proud to present this thrilling art documentary series from the UK. We have even deeper pride that the public has become so smitten with the series. Patrons feel they belong to an art appreciation club and they love discussing the films and artists before and after each screening. Our 'Lunch at The Park' program before each screening also adds to the camaraderie of the event." said Steve Jackson, CEO & Managing Director of The Park Theatre.

Tickets for each film are $15. A subscription pass for the entire 11-film series costs $132 and reflects a 20% discount over a single ticket.

A light lunch is served in the theater before each screening of EOS. "Lunch at the Park" is presented by Carolyn Edwards (Sunflowers Catering) starting at noon before the 1:30pm screening time. Lunches can be pre-ordered by going to parklunch.org.

Tickets can be purchased online at theparktheatre.org/eos-subscription/ or by calling the box office (603) 532-8888. Group sales and private screenings are available.

The Park Theatre performing arts center is located at 19 Main Street in downtown Jaffrey, New Hampshire. The facility is fully accessible.

Acclaimed Irish-American Tenor Brings His Variety Show To Park Theatre To Kick-Off Shamrock Fest 2024

Park Theatre's Irish Festival begins March 1 in Jaffrey NH with concerts, comedy, dance, food, drink and parade

JAFFREY, New Hampshire (February 2, 2024) The Park Theatre announced the lineup of entertainment for its third annual Shamrock Fest. The 2024 edition kicks off on March 1st at 7:30 p.m. with a variety concert program hosted by master tenor Andy Cooney. The show is called Andy Cooney's Irish Celebration. Mr. Cooney is one of America's most acclaimed tenors. His Irish-American roots and his incomparable voice have enchanted audiences around the world including the legendary Carnegie Hall in New York City. The New York Times calls Mr. Cooney, "Irish America's favorite son." His variety show includes Irish comedian George Casey, Irish folk singer Ciara Fox, the Guinness Irish Band and the Emerald Fire Irish Dancers. Reserved seat tickets are $39-$49.

Celtic rock band, Waking Finnegan takes The Park's stage on Thursday, March 14 at 7:30pm. They performed a standing ovation show at the Jaffrey theatre in 2023. Local singing favorite, Eve Pierce, is the lead singer of the band. Tickets are $20.

Dueling Pianos returns to The Park with a special "Irish Edition" on Friday, March 15 at 7:30 pm. Two grand pianos are center-stage with a team of outrageously talented pianists who seem to know every song ever written. And for this show, that includes Irish songs! Lots of audience participation. Tickets are $25.

The classic Irish themed musical film Finian's Rainbow will be screened in The Park's big screen auditorium on Saturday, March 16 at 1:30 p.m. The restored film from 1968 stars Fred Astaire, Petula Clark and Tommy Steele. Tickets are $10/$9.

Father and son fiddlers, Ryan and Brennish Thomson, bring their special brand of music to Shamrock Fest this year. The Fiddling Thomsons will be on the Eppes Stage at The Park on Saturday, March 16 ay 7:30 p.m. They present lively music on fiddles, accordion, banjo, Celtic flute, piano, guitar, wooden spoons, jaw harp, and more. They won the prestigious New Hampshire 2023 Governor's Arts Award for Folk Heritage. Tickets are $20.

Finally, The Park Theatre presents the hallmark of Shamrock Fest, the 5th Annual Jaffrey St. Patrick's Day Parade. The parade will happen on Main Street in downtown Jaffrey on Sunday, March 17 at 2 pm. It starts at the St. Patrick's Parish parking lot at 87 Main Street and heads east and ends just past the reviewing stand in front of The Park Theatre (19 Main Street).

The parade includes floats, master bagpiper Mark Polifrone, the Mascenic High School Marching Band, the Keene American Legion Band, the 1st NH Revolutionary War Regiment, the 6th NH Infantry Company E of West Peterborough, the Flying Irish Dancers of Ashby, MA and much more. The theatre will be selling hot food, hot drink, soda and candy. Alcoholic drinks, including Guinness Beer & Murphy's Stout, will be on sale inside the theatre (ID is required). The rain date for the parade is Saturday, March 23.

"We are so proud to produce another Shamrock Fest as well as Jaffrey's St. Patrick's Day Parade. It is always a wonderful local community event that reaches out to Vermont, Massachusetts and other parts of New Hampshire. Everyone shares the Irish spirit of camaraderie even if they are not Irish. We have another exceptional lineup of talent for this year's festival. We ask everyone to join us and enjoy the fun of the green," said Steve Jackson, CEO and Managing Director of The Park Theatre.

Keene, NH radio station 103.7/KNE-FM returns as the official media sponsor of Shamrock Fest and the Jaffrey St. Patrick's Parade. Their promotional vehicle will once again be part of the parade with lots of giveaways.

Stay tuned for additions to the schedule of events. Information, schedule, and tickets for Shamrock Fest 2024 can be found by going to shamrockfest.org. Any questions about the festival can be answered by calling the theatre's box office at (603) 532-8888.

The festival and parade are produced by The Park Theatre.

The Park Theatre performing arts center is located at 19 Main Street in downtown Jaffrey, New Hampshire, just 90 minutes from Boston. There is a bar lounge, and the facility is fully accessible.

North Central Massachusetts Chamber of Commerce announces Manufacturing Council of North Central Massachusetts

Council to enhance the Chamber's support of manufacturing industry, economy

North Central Mass.--The North Central Massachusetts Chamber of Commerce today announced the launch of the Manufacturing Council of North Central Massachusetts to enhance the Chamber's support of the manufacturing industry and the regional economy.

The Council, which is open to Chamber members and non-members working or interested in learning more about the manufacturing industry, will provide knowledge, resources, and support to create a stronger and prosperous manufacturing sector in North Central Massachusetts.

"The Chamber has always been a strong champion of local manufacturing, advocating and supporting the industry in multiple ways," said Roy M. Nascimento, president and CEO, North Central Massachusetts Chamber of Commerce. "I believe that our strong advocacy and support of the manufacturing industry is one of the things that helps set our Chamber apart. From hosting manufacturing tours to publishing a manufacturing directory and supporting workforce efforts for the industry, the Council is a natural extension of our work and reflects our commitment to supporting and growing this important sector of our economy."

While the economy in North Central Massachusetts is diverse, the region has a rich and proud manufacturing history, and continues to play an integral role in the regional economy. Manufacturing is the third largest industry in North Central Massachusetts, with more than 400 manufacturers in pharmaceuticals, medical devices, and electronics. It also accounts for 15 percent of the region's total employment and one-third of all private wages paid in the region. North Central Massachusetts is unique in that manufacturing in the region is twice as concentrated when compared to the U.S. average.

Council members will have the opportunity to network with peers, participate in tours of manufacturing facilities to learn best practices, attend quarterly meetings featuring experts in the industry, gain exclusive access to policy leaders, and collectively advocate for the industry. Additionally, connections to workforce and talent leaders, as well as the eligibility to participate in the Chamber's CEO Manufacturers' Roundtable Program, will be offered.

There is no fee to join the Council for Chamber members, however fees related to meetings or programming may apply, depending on the program.

The first meeting of the Manufacturing Council of North Central Massachusetts is scheduled for Tuesday, March 26, 2024, at 8:00 a.m. at Burkart-Phelan, Inc, located at 2 Shaker Road, #D107, Shirley, MA. Christine Nolan, director, Massachusetts Center for Advanced Manufacturing, and acting hub program director, Northeast for the Microelectronics Coalition, will be the featured speaker at the March meeting. In addition, Lillian Burkart, founder and president, Burkart-Phelan, Inc., will provide an overview of the company and a tour for attendees.

Coffee and continental breakfast will be provided. There is no cost for Chamber members to participate. Non-members are welcome to attend for a $35 registration fee.

To register, please visit www.northcentralmass.com or call 978.353.7600 ext. 235. Pre-registration is required, space is limited.

For more information about the Council, contact Roy Nascimento at 978.353.7600, ext. 225.