Manchester had plenty to smile about this week, with a free outdoor concert, an inspiring STEM event for local youth, and a heartwarming story of one city resident turning a personal journey into something much bigger.
On Wednesday evening, singer-songwriter Stephen Kellogg took the stage as part of the free Levitt AMP Manchester Music Series, bringing his signature blend of songs, stories, and humor to the community. The Levitt AMP series is designed to make live music accessible to everyone, and Kellogg’s performance offered Manchester residents a warm summer night of entertainment at no cost — exactly the kind of community gathering that makes the Queen City shine.
Also this week, the New Hampshire Boys and Girls Club got a special treat courtesy of Eversource Day, an event that brought STEM professionals together with local young people to share their knowledge and enthusiasm for science, technology, engineering, and math. The hands-on learning opportunity gave club members a chance to connect with working experts in STEM fields — an experience that can open doors and spark lifelong curiosity. Events like these remind the community how much local organizations and businesses invest in the next generation of Granite State innovators.
And in an uplifting personal story with deep community roots, one Manchester man is in the midst of tackling all 48 of New Hampshire’s highest peaks — carrying more than 60 pounds of gear on each hike. According to WMUR, the effort is about carrying a legacy to the state’s highest points, a mission as meaningful as it is physically demanding. His determination and connection to something larger than himself captures the spirit of a city that has always prided itself on grit, heart, and community.
Whether it’s free music on a summer evening, young people learning from STEM pros, or a neighbor pushing himself to honor something he holds dear, Manchester is full of stories worth celebrating this week.
Sources: Manchester Ink Link, WMUR, WMUR
