What we’re about
Dining and Adventures is a meetup group intended to bring together adult singles and couples for social activities. Dinners, dances, concerts, karaoke, theatrical productions, bonfires, etc. are events you should expect to see posted here in this group.
The Seacoast areas of New Hampshire and southern Maine extending over to Rochester and along Route 16 down to Hampton Beach will be the primary locations for events. But we are also considering activities in the lake and mountain areas of New Hampshire which may even include overnight stays for couples.
If there is a need to cancel an event due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances, members will be notified no later than 7:00 p.m. the day before !!
All prospective members must have a recent profile picture for accceptance into the group!!
This group is also on Facebook
Let's get out and socialize, meet new friends and share some adventures together!!!
Group Disclaimer: The leader(s) of this group are volunteers; and you release, hold harmless, and indemnify the leader(s) and all members of this group from any and all claims for property damage, injury, illness, disability, and/or death - including those caused by negligence and/or other reasons.
By requesting membership of the Dining and Adventures from the Seacoast to Rochester activity group, you release and forever discharge its members and leaders/organizers from any and all claims, personal sickness, injury or death and property damage or loss sustained by member arising out of or in connection with participation in an event, notwithstanding that the same may have contributed to or occasioned by the carelessness, recklessness or willful acts or omissions of the group and its members/leaders/organizers.
Jim Eckland
(978) 365-1727
Upcoming events (4)
See all- Born In The USA : World’s #1 Tribute Band to Bruce Springsteen on April 26Blue Ocean Music Hall, Salisbury, MA
Anyone ever hear of Bruce Springsteen? There is a tribute band playing his songs on Saturday evening at 8:00 PM in Salisbury, MA. at The Blue Ocean Music Hall on Salisbury Beach. Date is Saturday April 26!!
World’s #1 Tribute to Bruce Springsteen
Reserved Seating: $25.50 – $39.50
+ $3 Additional Day of Show
Tickets Must be purchased separately to attend!! TICKETS!!
The hall isn't very large so look around for us and text us !!About Bruce in the USA
Bruce In The USA is much more than just another tribute…
This high-energy musical experience is a note-perfect and visually accurate recreation of a Bruce Springsteen & The E St. Band show.
Matt Ryan, from the World Famous “Legends In Concert” cast, began playing the Springsteen character in 2000, in Legends “full scale” Las Vegas show. The great success in the famous Las Vegas show brought him to performances across the world, eventually evolving his character into the Bruce In The USA show.
The Bruce In The USA Band consists of seasoned world class professional musicians. The show has hosted musicians from such acts/bands as Queen/Paul Rogers, Meatloaf, Blue Oyster Cult, Hall and Oats, Joe Cocker, The Ojays, Aretha Franklin, David Cassidy, The Temptations, Slash… and so many more.This high end, powerhouse, band has taken this genre of performance art to a whole new level, making it the World’s #1 Tribute to the E Street Band’s musical legacy.
To millions of diehard fans around the world, it’s Street Band’s musical legacy.
To millions of diehard fans around the world, it’s Springsteen’s marathon, party-like performances that have elevated him to hero status. Bruce’s legendary concerts (in the largest arenas) sell-out within hours of their announced sale. For those even lucky enough to get a ticket, there was nothing that could fill the aching void in between Bruce’s long-awaited tours…until now….
The Bruce In The USA show was born on the Las Vegas Strip in the winter of 2004, with its debut at Planet Hollywood Resort and Casino, in the majestic “V Theatre”. The show assaulted the senses in a fun-filled and exciting party atmosphere on the Vegas Strip, while suspending disbelief for even the toughest skeptics. They’ve been met with critical acclaim, from the Stone Pony, large theaters, and Performance Art Centers across the country, as well as corporate events spanning across the globe for over a decade. Sell out crowds are on their feet from the first song to the last.
Titled, The World’s Greatest Tribute to Bruce Springsteen & The E Street Band. by AXS TV’s, THE WORLD’S GREATEST TRIBUTE BANDS, Hosted by Katie Daryl.
Performing a 90 Minute Live Concert on The Sunset Strip, LA.#### “Bruce In The USA is the ultimate celebration of Bruce Springsteen & The E St. Band’s legacy”.
Blue Ocean Music Hall
4 Ocean Front North
Salisbury, MA
(978) 462-5888
Click Here for Directions and Parking InfoIndulge your senses in great food and dine at one of our on-site restaurants before the show! Click to make a reservation for dinner before the show at Seaglass Restaurant, SurfSide Salisbury, or Capri Seaside Italian Kitchen & Pizzeria.
Any questions then feel free to contact:
Jim Eckland (978) 365-1727
Deb Moreno (239) 641-7053
Our group disclaimer applies to this and all events!! Drink responsibly and Drive carefully as your lives depend on it !! - Free Concert Venues This Summer From The Seacoast To WinnipesaukeeNeeds location
Summer is around the corner and seaside and lakeside towns are gearing up for their Free Summer Concerts. From Memorial Day May 26 to Labor day September 1, 2025 residents can pull up a chair and listen to some music from a list of selected popular bands. Alton Bay, Hampton Beach, Salisbury Beach and Wells Harbor, ME. are the locations and here are links to their town listings and some suggestions:
I. ALTON BAY BANDSTAND: in the parking lot next to the lake,
Bands play from 7:00-9:00 p.m.1. Saxx Roxx plays July 5 and August 23. Both are Saturday
Consider dining lakeside at :
Shibley's At The PierII. Hampton Beach Nightly Shows at the Sea Shell Stage
7-8 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.1. Billy Joel Experience: June 21 Sat, July 19 Sat
2. Brandy Band : June 20 Fri, July 4 Fri, August 27 Wed
3. Christian Music Festival: June 22 Sun
4. Country Music Fest: July 8 Tue-July 10 Thurs
5. Tru Diamond August 11 Mon
6. The Continentals May 25 Sun, July 2 Wed , August 29 Fri
7. North Country Band-Country: June 26 Thurs
8. Radio Roulette: June 21 Sat, July 19 Sat
9. Reminisants: June 25 Wed, July 26 Sat, August 15 Fri and 31 Sun
10. Timothy James-Country: July 3 Thurs
11. Viva Las Elvis: June 23 Mon, July 21 Mon, August 25 MonConsider dining or having a drink across the street from the stage at
Purple UrchinIII. Salisbury Beach Oceanfront Stage
Variable begin times from 6:00-8:00p.m.1. Beetlejuice: July 19 Sat
2. Jimmy Buffet Tribute: July 25 Fri
3. The Beach Boys Tribute: July 26 Sat
4. Fleetwood Mac Tribute: August 23 SatDining suggestions: #2 and #3 are oceanfront
1. Capri Seaside Italian Kitchen & Pizzeria
2. Seaglass restaurant and Lounge
3. Surfside Restaurant4. Wells Harbor: Summer Concert Series:
Wells Harbor Park has a free concert series throughout the summer that is a must see every Saturday evening from 6:00pm-8:00pm. Our 2025 Concert Series runs from June 21st through August 30th. All parking is free.
View the concerts at the Hope Hobbs Gazebo, located at Wells Harbor Park, 331 Harbor Road, where benches are available for first-come-first serve seating. Folding chairs and blankets are also welcome to be set-up. Notable suggestions:1. Johnny Cash Tribute: June 21 Sat
2. J.C and the Elvis Experience: July 26 Sat
3. Reminisants: August 2 Sat
4. Tribute To Neil Diamond: August 9 Sat
5. New Legacy Swing Band: August 23 SatThese concerts are usually free and open to the public of course parking may be an issue at all of them, but get there early and check the event times before you go. I anticipate that one or more of these will be posted events where we can reserve seating at restaurants before and proceed to the concert right after. Most of the bands playing I've never heard of or listened to . My suggestions are based on the few that we are familiar with , tributes to bands or artists we have enjoyed over the years, or groups that have posted songs that they perform.
Any questions or suggestions please contact:
Deb Moreno (239) 641-7053
Jim Eckland (978) 365-1727Always Drink and Drive Responsibly!! Enjoy the shows and summer !!!
- Laconia Motorcycle week June 14 to June June 22, 2025Weirs Beach, Weirs Beach, NH
Annual Motorcycle Week has arrived in Laconia, NH., and centered in Weirs Beach. This will be the 102nd annual event making this the oldest Motorcycle Rally in the USA! Beginning Saturday morning June 14 and continuing up through Sunday June 22, 2025 there will be a variety of festivities, and events with tens of thousands of bikers coming to town .
We are still awaiting the schedule of events but when they are available
they can be found here: Just click the link below:Still a couple months away so there is still time to plan . The link above can also provide suggestions for lodging if you so desire. One year Debbie and I attended dressed as bikers just to have fun but neither of us ride motorcycles. At the event we can gather together as a group or just visit individually and enjoy the week with friends. I live in Gilford and normally visit the festivities at least a couple times since with all the noise you can't sleep anyhow. My son and I enjoy the events each year and we just want members of our Meetup Group to know what's happening this June in Laconia in case anyone is interested.
This is a huge event in The Lakes Region of New Hampshire. Hope to see some of you there !!!
Any questions then feel free to contact:
Jim Eckland (978) 365-1727
Deb Moreno (239) 641-7053Our group disclaimer applies to this and all events!! Drink responsibly and Drive carefully as your lives depend on it !!
