Earth Day Open House at AMC Highland Center

Join AMC for our celebration of Earth Day with an open house on Saturday, April 21, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., with lunch available for purchase from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

We’ll have family friendly activities ongoing throughout the day, including Trailhead Trash Pickup, Recycled Crafts, Litter Relay, Citizen Science, and more. This year, White Mountain Science Institute joins us to offer a program on Recycled Robots and other cool science. This is a great opportunity for both kids and adults to get involved in conservation. The event will take place rain or shine, with lots of indoor activities in case of rain.

All activities are FREE and OPEN to the public. Activity Stations, ongoing from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.: Trailhead Trash Pickup, AMC’s Climate Research & Citizen Science, Recycled Crafts, Leave No Trace, Recycled Robots, Lorax Scavenger Hunt, Litter Relay at 11 a.m. & 1 p.m., and Dark Skies Talk & Planetarium Shows at 2 p.m.

AMC Highland Center Presents: Brush & Pen – Artists & Writers of the White Mountains

Brush and Pen is a featured film screening. The film explores the relationship between the artists and writers of the 19th century and their connection with the White Mountains.

Highland Happenings programs are free and open to all, and begin at 7:30 p.m. unless otherwise noted. Call to find out more or to be added to our monthly email list: (603) 278-4453 or outdoors.org/highlandhappenings.

AMC Highland Center Presents: Night Hike with AMC Guides

Join AMC guides for a chance to experience winter at night in the White Mountains. This will be a short walk with opportunities for night sky viewing.

Highland Happenings programs are free and open to all, and begin at 7:30 p.m. unless otherwise noted. Call to find out more or to be added to our monthly email list: (603) 278-4453 or outdoors.org/highlandhappenings.

AMC Highland Center Presents: Art Opening & Exhibit by Byron Carr

When Byron Carr first started painting with oils a well-known artist told him that Nature is the greatest teacher: go outside and paint! Byron has been painting in the White Mountains in all seasons ever since. He strives to capture the visual impression of the scenes he admires in the mountains. Join us for a celebration of his new exhibit at AMC’s Highland Center on April 5, with complementary snacks and drinks available for purchase. His work will be on display and available for purchase from April 5-June 30.

AMC Highland Center Presents: Hiking the Winter 48

Guest speakers Mike and Lori Innes are avid hikers who are part of a very
select few to have completed “The Grid,” and they are back for another engaging presentation!

Tonight they’ll share photos and stories of their adventures checking off the list of NH’s 48 4000+ Footers in the rugged winter months.

Highland Happenings programs are free and open to all, and begin at 7:30 p.m. unless otherwise noted. Call to find out more or to be added to our monthly email list: (603) 278-4453 or outdoors.org/highlandhappenings.

Spring Wine Dinner at AMC Highland Center

Join us for our Spring Wine Dinner on Sunday, March 24 at 6 p.m. We’ve planned a delicious menu paired with outstanding wines. The 4 courses, 4 wines dinner costs $60, including tax and gratuity, with discounts for AMC members.

Reserve your seat by calling (603) 466-2727.

The menu includes soup, salad, entree, dessert and accompanying wines.

AMC Highland Center Presents: Night Hike with AMC Guides

Join our guides for a chance to experience winter at night in the White Mountains! Short walk with opportunities for night sky viewing.

Highland Happenings programs are free and open to all, and begin at 7:30 p.m. unless otherwise noted. Call to find out more or to be added to our monthly email list: (603) 278-4453 or outdoors.org/highlandhappenings.

AMC Highland Center Presents: Live Music with Islay Mist Celidh

The Islay Mist Ceilidh are a group of musicians from Northern New Hampshire who love the music of Scotland, Ireland, Cape Breton, and all things Celtic. They offer a lively performance not to be missed! (7:30-9:30 p.m.)

Prior to the musical performance, join the AMC for a St. Patrick’s Day traditional boiled dinner and Irish cuisine. (6-8 p.m.)

The musical performance is free; there is a charge for the dinner.

St. Patrick’s Dinner & Concert at AMC Highland Center

Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in style at AMC Highland Center with a four-course Irish inspired dinner buffet (beginning at 6 p.m.), followed by live music featuring Islay Mist Ceilidh (beginning at 7:30 p.m.).

Call to reserve your seat at (603) 466-2727.

AMC Highland Center Presents: Mountains of Stars — Astronomy at Crawford Notch

Dr. Doug Arion will give a presentation on the intricate and fascinating connections between life on Earth and the history and phenomena of the Universe around us. You’ll have a chance to view stars through telescopes; or check out our new indoor planetarium!

Highland Happenings programs are free and open to all, and begin at 7:30 p.m. unless otherwise noted. Call to find out more or to be added to our monthly email list: (603) 278-4453 or outdoors.org/highlandhappenings.