Mother's Day, Jazz Night, craft fairs: Things to do on Seacoast this weekend
Happy Mother's Day to all the moms on the Seacoast! This weekend is a great time to get out and celebrate the special mom in your life, whether it's hitting the pavement with the Zebra Crossing's annual Moms On The Run 5K Run/Walk, shopping at a Mother's Day craft fair, or taking her to a brunch at the Press Room to listen to some Beatles classics performed by MetaBeat.
Here's a look at 10 things to do this weekend:
16th annual Jazz Night: Celebrating Wayne Shorter
What: The PMAC Jazz Faculty pay tribute to jazz legend Wayne Shorter at the 16th annual Jazz Night.
When: Friday, May 12 at 7 and 9 p.m.
Where: The Music Hall Lounge, 131 Congress St., Portsmouth
Cost: $40
More info: themusichall.org
Bon Jersey (Bon Jovi tribute) at The Brook
What: Bon Jersey will rock Seasons Showroom with Bon Jovi hits. This show will be dedicated to Rich Figurido, lead singer of Wanted DOA. A donation in his honor will be made to the American Cancer Society.
When: Friday, May 12 from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m.
Where: The Brook, 319 New Zealand Road, Seabrook
Cost: $25 to $200
More info: livefreeandplay.com
The Mari Black Trio at The Dance Hall
What: Come join world champion fiddler Mari Black and her acoustic trio for a dynamic, high-energy concert of joyous fiddle music from around the globe.
When: Friday, May 12 from 7:30 to 9 p.m.
Where: The Dance Hall, 7 Walker St., Kittery, Maine
Cost: $17 to $22
More info: thedancehallkittery.org
Tom Rush – live in concert
What: An evening with legendary singer/songwriter Tom Rush, accompanied by Matt Nakoa.
When: Saturday, May 13 at 8 p.m.
Where: Jonathan's, 92 Bourne Lane, Ogunquit, Maine
Cost: $47.50 to $88.50
More info: jonathansogunquit.com
Arts at the Airfield
What: Dine at the Airfield Cafe, watch the piper cubs take off and land, and head up to the Arts at the Airfield. It’s a cozy space with talented artists where you can browse in a casual atmosphere.
When: Saturday, May 13 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Where: Hampton Airfield, 9A Lafayette Road, North Hampton
Cost: Free
More info: lorimartonepottery.com
Mothers’ Day Weekend Craft Festival in Hampton Falls
What: Over 75 juried artisans from all over New England will display and sell their American made works.
When: Saturday, May 13 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Where: Hampton Falls Town Common, 4 Lincoln Ave., Hampton Falls
Cost: Free
More info: castleberryfairs.com
Davy Knowles Band
What: Acclaimed guitarist, singer and songwriter Davy Knowles has two Top 5 Billboard Blues charting albums.
When: Saturday, May 13 at 7 p.m.
Where: Jimmy’s Jazz & Blues Club, 135 Congress St., Portsmouth
Cost: $10 to $40
More info: jimmysoncongress.com
Moms on the Run 5K Run/Walk
What: Join Zebra Crossings for its annual Moms On The Run 5K Run/Walk. Runners and walkers of all ages and abilities are invited to join this family-friendly event.
When: Sunday, May 14 at 9 a.m.
Where: Dover High School, 25 Alumni Drive, Dover
Cost: $5 to $25
More info: zebra-crossings.org
Mother’s Day Brunch: MetaBeat at The Press Room
What: MetaBeat has been playing the music of The Beatles with their own jazz twist for over 10 years.
When: Sunday, May 14 at 12 p.m.
Where: The Press Room, 77 Daniel St., Portsmouth
Cost: $15 to $20
More info: pressroomnh.com
Mother’s Day Jazz Brunch with Sharon Jones Trio at Book & Bar
What: Sharon Jones is a legendary performer and native of Portsmouth, where she shines as an original standout of the Seacoast music scene, with engagements throughout New England, in Boston and in New York. All ages.
When: Sunday, May 14 at 1 p.m.
Where: Portsmouth Book and Bar, 40 Pleasant St., Portsmouth
Cost: Free
More info: bookandbar.com
This article originally appeared on Portsmouth Herald: Mother's Day, Jazz Night, craft fairs: Things to do on Seacoast
