Concord, NH, is a very walkable city, with a long and open Main Street full of shops and eateries. Parking is rarely a challenge, but if you don't know the system, you might have to worry needlessly about your car.

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‘Hidden in Plain Sight’ -Sterling Tattoo Club

Between the hand painted tattoo “flash” art covering the walls, the sound of buzzing tattoo machines, and the smell of fresh green soap, Sterling Tattoo Club is a nostalgic callback to turn of the century tattooing, the likes of which you might’ve seen in film or heard about from your grandparents.

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What's the deal with Penacook? We will try to tell you the story....

Penacook is Concord, but Concord is not Penacook. It is a sweet village in a city.

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Off the beaten path shops around Concord's Main Street

Forget the “super store.” It’s not very super. In fact, it’s more of a zip code than a store. We took a look around Concord, and found some fun and funky shops - worth the drive- and one of a kind.

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Thankful to the Community Support for the Capital Arts Fest

The Capital Arts Fest 2021 would not be possible without the hard work and participation of our partners and sponsors. The Greater Concord Chamber of Commerce is proud to see our business and creative communities come together to celebrate one of the characteristics that makes Concord so special--our diverse and lively arts scene.

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Weigh the Benefits of Having a Degree in Tourism

Who doesn’t like to travel? There are actually ways to do it as a living. There are so many good things when it comes to studying tourism and later on pursuing it as a career, it leaves so many opportunities and you can truly make your life seem like one big adventure! But with that being said, a lot of factors go into it, tourism is an umbrella term that can mean so many different things, it’s crucial to see all sides of it. So here are some benefits of having a degree in tourism.

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A Guide for First-Timers to Concord, NH

Concord, NH, has so much to offer. The Capital Region offers a quality of living that rivals any community in the nation. Excellent schools produce a well-educated workforce. The Concord region boasts one of the finest healthcare networks north of Boston. In Concord, anyone can experience national politics firsthand and get access to all the amenities of a charming Main Street, known for its booming food and arts scene.

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The Perfect Summer's Day in Concord, NH

Looking for the Best Day Ever? Some say that every summer day you should try something new. Here in Concord, NH, we have a long list of classic things to try, cool ideas, and new places to explore! You may be looking for a day of family-fun adventures or a couples escape, or a day in the woods hiking to new highs.

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Location? Location? Location? No! No! No!

In today’s real estate market, particularly in the booming Concord market, I believe ‘location, location, location’ has been supplanted. And if you think ‘money, money, money’ has supplanted the location trifecta, I wouldn’t blame you. But I think there is something even more important than location or money, and that’s trust.

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Concord Restaurants are Ready for Outdoor Dining

Capital City eateries are excited for another season of outdoor dining, which runs from April 1 through November 15. With this added option of dining outdoors in Concord, people can enjoy their favorite eateries with friends and family.

Making (and Saving) Memories in Concord

When you are making memories you are saving for the future and happy moment in the past. Thankfully, memories are made all the time. The effort of trying to make memories isn't really about making memories – but finding a happy place and time to get us through the hard times. And, here in Concord there are always not only lots of ways to make memories, but also to save them.

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Smoothies in Concordtown

Here in Concord, you can find smoothies that are thick and creamy blended from fruits, vegetables, juice, yogurt, nuts, seeds, and grasses. Their flavor profiles vary depending on the ingredients.

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Blue in Concord, NH?

I am a Black woman, a Gen-Xer, a Midwestern big city native, among many other interesting things. I’ve spent the last 11 years living in Central NH, much to my surprise. In short, I did not imagine myself being a long-time resident of this state.

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Staying fit in Concord

A good fitness studio or gym offers you a balanced health program that can include aerobic and strength training exercises. These promote heart health and weight maintenance, and help improve muscle strength, balance and flexibility. So, if you live in Concord, or are thinking of living or relocating to Concord, we got you covered!

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A Guide to Great Grains and Breads in Concord

For a small city Concord has a pretty impressive offering of pastry and bread with some skilled bakers, and quite delicious bakeries all around the central core. These are just a few of the places offering fresh local breads and pastries:

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How to get to Concord, NH

How do you get to Concord, NH? There are lots of options.

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The odd, the fun and the unexpected in Concord, NH

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Picnic spots you have to try!

Grab your picnic basket and hit the road in Concord to find some wonderful natural escapes to explore and dine in the open air. We have it all- beaches to forests and parks! Grill, hike, swim - explore NH at its very best!

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It is great to be a kid in Concord NH - Travel Tips for Families

Set just 60 miles north of Boston, and hour from the Atlantic, an hour from the White Mountains, and an hour from Vermont - Concord kinda feels like the center of New Hampshire. And it is a great destination for families with kids of all ages. So, to help plan a family vacation based in Concord, here is our guide to the top idea of things to do with kids in Concord NH!

Here are a few things you can do today to support Concord's creative economy

Here are a few things you can do today to support the creative economy in Concord right now!

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