Tag Archives: New Hampshire

Two Hundred Fifty Years of Courage: From 1776 to Today

Posted on 3 July, 2026 by Janice Brown

On this 250th anniversary of the United States, may we pause to honor the courage, imagination, and stubborn hope that shaped 1776. New Hampshire stood early and firm among the colonies: on January 5, 1776 at Exeter, New Hampshire, our … Continue reading →

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The Birds and the Bees in New Hampshire: Strutting And A Whole Lot of Buzz

Posted on 14 March, 2026 by Janice Brown

New Hampshire’s birds and bees form a surprisingly rich, distinctly local tapestry—one shaped by granite ridges, cold forests, and pollinator‑friendly meadows. The state’s mix of boreal and temperate habitats creates pockets of species you won’t find just anywhere, and together … Continue reading →

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Granite Resolve: New Year’s Resolutions in New Hampshire, Past and Present

Posted on 1 January, 2026 by Janice Brown

Present New Year’s resolutions are often treated lightly—earnest on January 1, forgotten by February. Yet the act of resolving to do better has deep historical roots, and in New Hampshire, where practicality, independence, and community have always mattered, resolutions have … Continue reading →

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A Hearth Against the Cold: Christmas in Colonial New Hampshire

Posted on 24 December, 2025 by Janice Brown

The wind came first—rattling shutters, worrying the bare branches of the great elm by the meetinghouse, and carrying with it the sharp, iron scent of snow. In the small coastal town of Portsmouth, winter had settled deeply into the bones … Continue reading →

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New Hampshire Feast of December 1852

Posted on 21 December, 2023 by Janice Brown

What meals did our ancestors savor during the holidays? With winter celebrations approaching, a trip back to the 1850s could be fun and interesting.

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