8th Annual Outdoor Fest
See more: https://www.barndoorhostel.com/schedule
If you’ve been before, you know what this weekend feels like. If you haven’t…this is your year. Bring a friend or bring someone who’s never tried any of this before. Let’s make something magical again.
Sweet Springtime Stroll: Concord
See more: https://www.instagram.com/p/DXHmlWukSgY/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ==
🍰 Sweet Springtime Stroll 🌸
Saturday May 23rd, 1-4pm
A fun collaboration bringing together local bakers and a few of your favorite shops along Main Street!
How it works:
🎟️ Purchase a $25 ticket online- link in bio!
🍷 On Saturday May 23, check in at Wine on Main anytime 1-3:45. Get a wristband and a redemption card
🧁 Visit participating stores anytime between 1 and 4pm (and in any order) to meet the local bakers and collect the sweet treat they're offering in each location. It's all included in the price of your ticket! If you visit each stop, you'll go home with 5 tasty offerings. We recommend you bring your own bag so you can carry your goodies.
🛍️ Participants can also enjoy discounts and specials at each store as well
Participating bakers- @savvysweetsandtreats @maddi.hatter.cookie.company @confectionsbykatenh and Carol's Confections
Participating stores- @wineonmainnh @vikinghouseconcord @divineclothingnh @lilisedesignerresale and Nordic Notes & Notions
We hope you can join us! We think it will be a fun (and delicious!) springtime afternoon on Main Street.
@intownconcord @concordmonitor @thehippo_nh @hippo_nh @nhpublicradio @nhmagazine @localwineevents @stayworkplay @visitconcord @603newhampshire @capturingconcord @inmyjoyfulera @visitnh @603events #cookiewalk #concordnh #macarons
The Spring Swag Swap
See more: https://www.instagram.com/p/DYU8zEhpxtv/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ==
Bring your friends, clothes, and shoes to Breakaway and get some dope stuff! Connect with thy neighbors and get drippy with us.
The NH Mutual Aid Relief Fund drop off will be there as well, any leftover items will be donated to them!
Come show some love!
The State Budget: What You Need to Know (NHFPI Tour Rockingham County Stop)
See more + view full tour date calendar: https://mailchi.mp/nhfpi/statebudgettour
The New Hampshire Fiscal Policy Institute is going on a statewide tour, featuring data-informed discussions examining:
What the state budget is, how it is structured, and what it funds
How state revenue and spending decisions interact with local property taxes
The role of education, health care, and other major services in the budget
What the budget means for affordability and household costs across New Hampshire
May 20th tour stop is for Rockingham County at the Portsmouth Senior Activity Center at 6pm.
The State Budget shapes our schools, health care systems, economy, and communities. But for many Granite Staters, the details and the impact can feel complicated or out of reach.
Our research team will:
• Break down what’s in the State Budget
• Explain what it means for you and your community
• Answer your questions directly
These sessions are designed to clarify complex policy decisions, make them more accessible, and make them relevant to everyday life. Whether you’re a nonprofit leader, business owner, educator, advocate, or engaged community member, this New Hampshire Fiscal Policy Institute tour is for you.
Sh!t-Faced Shakespeare: Hamlet
See more + get tickets: https://www.ccanh.com/show/26000618
An entirely serious production of William Shakespeare’s Hamlet with an entirely shit-faced cast member!
“Something is rotten in the state of Denmark.”
Is it the murder of a king? A hasty incestuous marriage? A prince bent on revenge? Or maybe just a gassy Polonius full of beer! Shakespeare’s greatest work gets the full boozy treatment as we proudly present Shit-faced Shakespeare®: Hamlet. This timeless examination of the nature of humanity is performed in under 2 hours, so “To be or not to be” gets answered and you shan't need a nap! Grab a cocktail and enjoy as we prove that though this be madness, yet there is method in ‘t- helped with a bit of wine!
About Shit-faced Shakespeare®
An entirely serious Shakespeare play, with an entirely shit-faced cast member.
Featuring a revolving cast of Boston’s finest actors, the choicest cuts of Shakespearian classics and more inebriated antics than you can violently shake a thespian at. Shit-faced Shakespeare® is the unique theatrical experience that has left audiences roaring in the aisles the world over.
Collaborative Conversations: Screening of 'Gone Guys' + Panel
See more + RSVP: https://business.greatermonadnock.com/events/details/2026-collaborative-conversations-gone-guys-film-screening-discussion-panel-52486
Free to attend, registration is required.
When young people lose their path, whole communities feel it.
Gone Guys is a 45-minute documentary inspired by Richard V. Reeves’ Of Boys and Men. Set in rural Vermont, the film brings national data to life through personal stories of young men, educators, mentors, and innovative programs working to re-engage boys and young men in their communities. The film tackles difficult but important questions about “disconnected youth,” while reinforcing that caring more about boys and men does not mean caring less about women and girls.
Following the screening, we will host a panel discussion focused on how our region can better support and engage disconnected youth, drawing on lived experience, education, workforce pathways, and community-based solutions.
For the Chamber, this conversation is about helping more young people see a future for themselves here as connected community members with purpose, opportunity, and pathways into meaningful work.
Panelists:
Donald L Birx, PhD, President of Plymouth State University and Keene State College Interim President
Gina Pasquale, PsyD, Executive Director of Maps Counseling
Sarah Jenness, Director at Jobs for the Future, who cowrote a paper titled “Design and Implementation of College and Career Pathways on Rural Communities.”
Evenor Pineda, CPSS Intervention Services Director, Manchester Police Athletic League
About Collaborative Conversations
GMC's Collaborative Conversations brings together regional leaders, nonprofit professionals, educators, public officials, and community members to explore issues shaping the Monadnock Region. The focus is on education and informed dialogue around topics that influence leadership, community well-being, civic responsibility, and regional opportunity.
Programs may take the form of leadership workshops, documentary screenings, panel discussions, or facilitated presentations led by subject-matter experts. Each event is designed to deepen understanding, strengthen regional awareness, and encourage thoughtful engagement across sectors.
The State Budget: What You Need to Know (NHFPI Sullivan County Tour Stop)
See more + view full tour date calendar: https://mailchi.mp/nhfpi/statebudgettour
The New Hampshire Fiscal Policy Institute is going on a statewide tour, featuring data-informed discussions examining:
What the state budget is, how it is structured, and what it funds
How state revenue and spending decisions interact with local property taxes
The role of education, health care, and other major services in the budget
What the budget means for affordability and household costs across New Hampshire
June 3rd tour stop is for Sullivan County at the Newport Community Center at 6pm.
The State Budget shapes our schools, health care systems, economy, and communities. But for many Granite Staters, the details and the impact can feel complicated or out of reach.
Our research team will:
• Break down what’s in the State Budget
• Explain what it means for you and your community
• Answer your questions directly
These sessions are designed to clarify complex policy decisions, make them more accessible, and make them relevant to everyday life. Whether you’re a nonprofit leader, business owner, educator, advocate, or engaged community member, this New Hampshire Fiscal Policy Institute tour is for you.
Littleton First Friday Arts
See more: https://littletonfirstfriday.wordpress.com/
Littleton First Friday Arts takes place down the hill from Main Street and next to the Ammonoosuc River. Mill Street, Porter Street and the parking lots are opened to vendors and pedestrian foot traffic.
Food, art pop-ups, live music, vendors, community on summer Friday nights in Littleton!
Ben Folds Live at the Colonial Theatre
See more + get tickets: https://www.thecolonial.org/event/benfolds
Ben Folds is an Emmy-nominated singer-songwriter who has created an enormous body of genre-bending music that includes pop albums with Ben Folds Five, multiple solo albums, a holiday album, and numerous collaborative records.
He currently tours as a pop artist, while also performing for over two decades with some of the world’s greatest symphony orchestras.
Folds, who served for eight years as the first ever Artistic Advisor to the National Symphony
Orchestra (NSO) at the Kennedy Center in Washington, DC, stepped down from his post when Donald Trump announced his takeover of the Center. Just days before the US presidential election, Folds recorded two sold out performances with the NSO which he released as a live album in 2025 that debuted at the top of the Billboard classical and classical crossover charts.
A New York Times Best Selling author, Ben also creates new music for film, tv and theatre, including original songs for an ongoing series of animated Peanuts specials on Apple TV.
In 2022, he launched a music education charitable initiative in his native state of North Carolina entitled “Keys For Kids,” which provides funds and keyboards to existing nonprofits that offer free or affordable piano lessons to school-age children from economically disadvantaged households. For the past 15 years he has been an outspoken advocate for arts funding, music education and music therapy in the US as a member of Americans For The Arts and the Arts Action Fund.
The Barn Raiser: Granite Outdoor Industry Day
See more + get tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/outdoor-industry-day-2026-the-barn-raiser-tickets-1988492239818
Celebrating New Hampshire’s Outdoor Economy: Connection, Leadership, and Momentum at Outdoor Industry Day 2026!
Outdoor Industry Day 2026: The Barn Raiser
Last year marked the proclamation. This year is about building on it.
A barn raiser is what happens when people show up to build something bigger than themselves.
That is the spirit behind Outdoor Industry Day 2026.
This year, GOA is bringing the industry together in Plymouth for an evening of connection, celebration, and shared direction. The Barn Raiser is about more than gathering in one room. It is about lifting up the people, businesses, organizations, and ideas that continue to move New Hampshire’s outdoor economy forward.
Last year established Outdoor Industry Day as an official statewide marker. This year builds on that momentum with a more intentional industry gathering — one designed to celebrate where the industry stands, recognize the road ahead, and strengthen the relationships that will help shape its future.
So yes, it is a barn party. And it is also a call to show up, pitch in, and help raise what comes next.
Never miss a barn party!
The State Budget: What You Need to Know (NHFPI Coos County Tour Stop)
See more + view full tour date calendar: https://mailchi.mp/nhfpi/statebudgettour
The New Hampshire Fiscal Policy Institute is going on a statewide tour, featuring data-informed discussions examining:
What the state budget is, how it is structured, and what it funds
How state revenue and spending decisions interact with local property taxes
The role of education, health care, and other major services in the budget
What the budget means for affordability and household costs across New Hampshire
June 10th tour stop is for Coos County at the Medallion Opera House in Gorham at 6pm.
The State Budget shapes our schools, health care systems, economy, and communities. But for many Granite Staters, the details and the impact can feel complicated or out of reach.
Our research team will:
• Break down what’s in the State Budget
• Explain what it means for you and your community
• Answer your questions directly
These sessions are designed to clarify complex policy decisions, make them more accessible, and make them relevant to everyday life. Whether you’re a nonprofit leader, business owner, educator, advocate, or engaged community member, this New Hampshire Fiscal Policy Institute tour is for you.
Seacoast Litfest
See more: https://www.themusichall.org/seacoastlitfest2026/
An inspiring multi-day celebration, the Seacoast LitFest brings together bestselling authors, thought leaders, and curious readers for an unforgettable literary experience on New Hampshire’s Seacoast. From lively book chats and author talks to a vibrant book fair and community events, the festival invites audiences of all ages to connect. Presented by New Hampshire Public Radio and The Music Hall, two of the state’s leading voices for storytelling and culture.
Our limited number of LitFest Passes are SOLD OUT!
individual event tickets are still available for purchase!
Sugar + Spice On the Rocks: A Fundraising Gala
See more + get tickets: https://www.northcountrykitchencollective.org/events
First Tasting: 5 to 6:30 PM | Second Tasting: 6:30 to 8 PM
Taste the North Country and support the North Country Kitchen Collective (NCKC) at our first fundraiser to create the area’s first shared commercial kitchen.
At this event:
Taste bites & beverages from food entrepreneurs across the region.
Vote on your favorites, with prizes for the entrepreneurs!
Choose from 2 tastings: 5-6:30pm & 6:30-8pm.
This event is for guests aged 21+.
ABOUT NORTH COUNTRY KITCHEN COLLECTIVE:
To be a catalyst for an inclusive, thriving food economy in New Hampshire's North Country, empowering entrepreneurs to launch and grow successful food businesses, provide food-related educational opportunities, support the viability of local farmers and food producers, and keep money circulating within our rural community.
Equity Leaders Fellowship Gala Celebration
See more + get tickets: https://givebutter.com/elf-gala-celebration-2026
Join us in celebrating 12 years of the Equity Leaders Fellowship Program (ELF) growing the network of engaged community leaders in New Hampshire!
Location details will be provided to confirmed ticket holders.
Beveridge Aquafest Craft Beer Festival
See more + get tickets: https://cruisenh.com/pages/beveridge-aquafest
The Winter Chill is Gone—The Summer Pour is On!
Miss the energy of Icefest? We’ve traded the ice for open waters and winter coats for sunglasses. Join Beveridge Taproom for the Aquafest Craft Beer Festival, the official summer extension of New Hampshire’s favorite winter beer bash.
Set sail for three hours of pure Granite State hospitality. Whether you're a hop-head or a sour-seeker, Aquafest brings the best of the NH craft scene directly to you.
Dozens of Local Brews: Unlimited samples from a curated selection of NH’s finest breweries.
Live Entertainment: Get moving to live music on the deck as we cruise the coast.
Snacks & Swag: Need a bite? Local snacks will be available for purchase throughout the trip.
Tickets for Beveridge events move fast, and boat capacity is strictly limited. Don't wait until June to realize you're stuck on the dock!
Event Details
Date: Saturday, June 20, 2026
Boarding: 3:30 PM
Cruising: 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Location: Wolfeboro Town Docks
Requirement: Ages 21+
Graduation Celebration: Rising Stars Leadership Program Class of 2026
See more + RSVP for FREE: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/2026-rising-stars-leadership-program-graduation-celebration
Celebrate the Rising Stars Leadership Program Class of 2026!
It’s graduation time, and we want you there to help us cheer on the next generation of New Hampshire leaders.
Over the last six months, this incredible group has shown up, spoken up, and stepped up — growing as individuals and as change-makers ready to shape the future of our state. Now it’s time to celebrate their journey and the community that made it possible.
📅 Tuesday, June 23 | 🕔 5:00 – 7:30 PM
📍 Harpoon Queen City Center, Manchester
This free event is open to all and generously hosted by our friends at Harpoon Queen City Center, with support from our program sponsors at Rise Private Wealth.
Here’s what’s on tap:
A welcome from Chris Guzikowski, COO of Rise Private Wealth
Keynote speaker to be announced!
A celebratory and fun ceremony for the graduates
Great food, great beer, and a room full of people who care about the future of New Hampshire in celebration of this years graduates
Whether you’re a young professional, community champion, or just someone who loves seeing people rise...you’ll leave inspired, connected, and full of pride for what’s next.
Let’s show up for the Class of 2026. Bring a friend. Bring a mentor. Bring your energy.
52nd Annual Market Days Festival
See full event schedule + details here.
Market Days is a 3-day street festival planned by Intown Concord, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization with deep roots in downtown Concord, New Hampshire. The festival encompasses most of Main Street and includes 150+ vendors selling clothes, food, jewelry, and MORE! In addition the festival offers three stages of live music featuring locally and nationally known entertainers.
Market Days and many other Intown Concord events and programs are the results of decades of hard work by committed community volunteers who want to improve and celebrate this special downtown. Our mission is to amplify and celebrate connection in and around downtown Concord.
GPS ADDRESS FOR ARRIVAL POINT: 29 South Main Street, Concord, NH 03301
NORTH MAIN STREET WILL BE CLOSED TO TRAFFIC STARTING AT 4 AM ON THURSDAY 6/26 THROUGH 1 AM SUNDAY 6/29.
Gimme Gimme Disco
See more + get tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/gimme-gimme-disco-tickets-1988489812558?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true
Now on sale!
Gimme Gimme Disco
Friday, June 26
Doors 7:30pm / Show 8pm
$15 Members / $17 Early Bird / $20 General Admission Advance / $25 GA Day of Show
18+
If you can’t get enough of ABBA, boy do we have THE dance party for you! We are a DJ based dance party playing all your favorite ABBA tracks, plus plenty of other disco hits from the 70s & 80's like The Bee Gees, Donna Summer, Cher, & so much more. So honey honey, take-a-chance and you’ll be dancing all night long. Grab tickets, put on your best disco attire, bring your friends, and have the best night of your life!
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Thank you to our lead sponsors: AC Hotel Portsmouth, The Brook, The Kane Company/Tidemark, Katzman Contemporary Projects, Raka, Sheraton Portsmouth Harborside Hotel and Stirling Brandworks.
Cotillion Bureau's Decades Disco
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ANNOUNCING: A BKP TAKEOVER!!
That’s right, to celebrate their 10th year in business, Cotillion Bureau is taking over the Big Kids Prom this year. We’ll be joining forces to raise money for @aidsresponseseacoast!
The Details:
@pressroomnh
Friday 6/26
8pm doors/8pm start
21+ | $25
Joe Fenti (@fentifriedchicken) Live
See more + get tickets: https://www.ccanh.com/show/26000624
Joe Fenti is a Boston-based standup comedian & content creator. He's headlined all over the country and is currently touring for his 29-City* Tour. He's performed in the Rogue Island Comedy Festival, was a semi-finalist in the 2025 Boston Comedy Festival, and opened for Alex Borstein at the Somerville Theater. He has a following of over 700K across Instagram and Tiktok (@FentiFriedChicken) and produces multiple sketch comedy videos every week.
Lavender Garden Party
See more + get tickets here.
The Garden Party at Pumpkin Blossom Farm is a reflection of summer as we experience it - vibrant, delicious, and meant to be shared.
This is an evening that reflects the ease, abundance, and rhythm of the season. Held on the cusp just before the lavender fields burst into bloom, there’s a gentle energy on the farm at this time of year. The air feels expectant, the fields are humming, and something special seems to unfold as day turns toward evening.
The evening centers around a lavender infused culinary experience, with thoughtfully arranged charcuterie tables in the barn featuring local meats and cheeses, seasonal fruits, and produce. New this year, step outside to find 3 culinary stations among the fields, and interact with the chefs as they create fresh pasta, kebabs, and more under the light of the setting July sun.
The menu is prepared by our good friend, Chef Bryan Leary of Perspective Catering. A New England native, Bryan is a graduate of Johnson & Wales University, where he received the Golden Key Award for Upcoming Chefs. After working in kitchens across the country, he returned to New Hampshire to focus on farm-to-table cooking, seasonal menus, and food education. He now lives and works on his family farm, A Bit Leary Farm, in Sutton, NH, where sustainability and community are central to his work.
Bespoke lavender beverages & cocktails will be served at the Zen Bar - our twinkle lit gathering spot tucked away in the barn, featuring our brand new lavender infused beverage line, purpl, and our flagship Lavender Simple Syrup. A small batch lavender infused craft beer brewed by our friends at The Last Chair Brewery in Plymouth, NH, as well as a selection of wine will also be available. Guests are encouraged to wander the fields, enjoy the sunset on the hillside, and settle in and listen to the crickets chirp as the farm moves from day to dusk.
Live acoustic music will play throughout the evening, offering a relaxed backdrop that leaves plenty of room for conversation. More information on our musician coming soon…
FARM-A-Q
See more + get tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/farm-a-q-tickets-1986842330896
Feast | Learn | Grow
Celebrate local farmers, chefs, brewers & community! Learn about heritage crops, sample delicious flavors & bring the whole family.
Tickets available at the door day of!
Join us for a day of celebration, education, and delicious local food at Tuckaway Farm in Lee, NH! Farm-a-Q brings together the best of our region's farmers, chefs, brewers, and community for an unforgettable afternoon of farm-to-table experiences.
What to Expect:
Sample dishes made with locally-sourced ingredients
Learn about heritage crops and sustainable agriculture practices
Meet the farmers and food producers who make our local food system thrive
Family-friendly activities for all ages
Local craft beer and beverage tastings (with purchase of drink bracelet)
This event embodies our mission to connect people with their food sources while supporting local agriculture. Your ticket helps sustain our community's farming heritage and ensures these traditions continue for generations to come.
Farm-a-Q is a rain or shine event, so come prepared for the weather! We encourage attendees to bring their own chairs and blankets to relax and enjoy the afternoon in comfort.
We love your dogs, but please leave at home for this event.
Bring your curiosity and appetite as we feast, learn, and grow together in celebration of our vibrant local food culture!
Littleton First Friday Arts
See more: https://littletonfirstfriday.wordpress.com/
Littleton First Friday Arts takes place down the hill from Main Street and next to the Ammonoosuc River. Mill Street, Porter Street and the parking lots are opened to vendors and pedestrian foot traffic.
Food, art pop-ups, live music, vendors, community on summer Friday nights in Littleton!
Kinfolk Music Festival
See more + get tickets: https://events.ticketleap.com/tickets/vbne-8/kinfolk2026
Kinfolk Music & Arts Festival at Ragged Mountain, NH
Bound by sound. Built by community. Find your people! A one day gathering in the mountains on JULY 25th.
When we started dreaming up Kinfolk, the idea wasn’t to build the biggest festival around. It was to build the right one. We wanted a day that didn’t sit neatly in one lane. A day where reggae drifts into roots, jam bands run into songwriters, and by the end of the day it somehow all makes perfect sense.
So here it is. The music that’s going to move the mountain this summer!
Kinfolk Music Festival
Ragged Mountain Resort • Danbury, NH
Saturday, July 25
Gates open at 11am until 10pm
MUSIC LINE-UP:
HEADLINER TBA on 6/22*
JOE SAMBA
ROOTS OF CREATION
VAN GORDON MARTIN
KING KYOTE
STRANGE MACHINES
MIKE JETTI TRIO
NATE RAMOS
STEVE RONDO
ARTIST AT LARGE: BRENDAN CLEMENTE
*Our headliner will be revealed June 22*
Trust us… it’s worth the wait.
In addition to this awesome line-up, attendees will also enjoy:
65+ artisan booths
Fun interactive activities and demos
Family friendly (face painting, balloon twisting, lawn games, etc)
Food Trucks
Beer Garden
Photo-op areas and MORE!
TICKETS: https://events.ticketleap.com/tickets/vbne-8/kinfolk2026
Please note: Tickets are limited! Reserve them early!
Welcome to Kinfolk!!
Local Author Book Fair
See more: https://www.instagram.com/p/DWbflKTj7BN/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ==
Meet over 100 authors from around New England!
REKFEST
See more: https://www.reklisbrewing.com/rekfest
a basecamp style outdoor festival with adventure, movies and music!
Hiking, Biking, Climbing, Fishing, Running... The White Mountains have it all and we are calling outdoor enthausists to come party with us!
Welcome to Rek Fest, the North Country's newest outdoor festival. In an effort to highlight the magical place we call home, the White Mountains, we are calling all outdoor enthusiasts to spend a weekend blazing the trails with us.
This basecamp style festival is geared to highlight the local lifestyle, businesses and guides of the North Country.
Featuring a Friday night kickoff with live music, vendor village, gear swap, raffle and an exclusive screening of Best Day Ever (learn more at https://www.bestdayever.mov/).
Followed by a Saturday loaded with guided excursions through the White Mountains and an evening Music Festival.
Step one: Purchase your ticket
Base camp - access to the festival both days and the film screening.
Trail blazer - access to the festival both days, film, and sign up for one of our group adventures on Saturday.
Premium Experience - access to the festival both days, film, and access to exclusive rock climbing clinics or fly fishing trips on Saturday.
Step two: Choose your adventure
Once you grab your tickets, you will get a separate form with available adventures you can sign up for. We will have a wide variety of group led adventures such as, mountain biking, hiking, gravel riding, trail running, and more!
Step three: Friday night check in
Come Friday night, check in at the Pint House to get your welcome pack. Take the time to meet your guide and anyone else who may be in your group. We will have live music, beer, food trucks and our film screening at 7:30pm!
Step four: Saturday adventure
Saturday morning you will meet your guide at their designated location and time! Spend the whole day playing in the White Mountains then join us back at the pint house for live music, gear swap, raffle and our vendor village!
All profits will benefit the Ammonoosuc Conservation Trust, in an effort to continue the expansion of protected public lands in the North Country.
For questions, please reach out to phillip.renton@reklisbrewing.com
5th Annual New England Hot Sauce Fest
See more + get tickets: https://www.portsmouthnhtickets.com/e/new-england-hot-sauce-festival-2
A New England celebration for HOT SAUCE lovers!
Craft Hot Sauces focusing on New England and Northeast makers.
Hot Sauce samples, music, food trucks, beer, contests, bouncy houses & more!
Benefiting two local non-profits, Blue Ocean Society & Seacoast Science Center!
We expect to sell out! Limited tickets available due to venue size:
General Admission: $15 online, non-refundable, and kids under 10 FREE.
VIP Tickets: $20 online, gives you entrance to the event one hour early at 10 AM!
Skip the lines! (Depending on your arrival time, VIP gives you the opportunity to park in the small lot across the street, but is not guaranteed.)
T-Shirts: $22
Littleton First Friday Arts
See more: https://littletonfirstfriday.wordpress.com/
Littleton First Friday Arts takes place down the hill from Main Street and next to the Ammonoosuc River. Mill Street, Porter Street and the parking lots are opened to vendors and pedestrian foot traffic.
Food, art pop-ups, live music, vendors, community on summer Friday nights in Littleton!
NH NEXUS SUMMIT
Save with early bird tickets before May 31st here!
Stay Work Play’s NH Nexus Summit brings together young people and leaders from across New Hampshire for a half-day experience that blends meaningful conversation, skill-building, and real connection.
You’ll start with a networking lunch designed to spark intentional conversations, followed by a dynamic summit experience featuring panels and breakout sessions across sectors shaping New Hampshire today — from early childhood education and workforce systems to innovation, community-building, and beyond.
We’ll wrap the day where great ideas continue: a rooftop social with the people you just met, and the ones you didn’t know you needed to.
FORMAL AGENDA LAUNCHING SOON. Details below:
A half-day that moves things forward
Networking Lunch: Start the day with intentional connection (+ great food)
Summit Sessions + Panels: Learn from leaders and engage in important conversations
Breakout Conversations: Dive deeper into the topics that matter most for young people in NH
Rooftop Social: Recap the day with your new connections, and a drink in hand
Early Bird Access — $15
Available now through May 30
Lock in your spot at the lowest rate before prices increase.
General Admission — $25
Begins May 31
Live Freely Fest 2026
See more: https://livefreelynh.com/
Live Freely Fest brings together 100+ women-owned businesses for a vibrant community event celebrating creativity, entrepreneurship, and connection. Discover local makers, wellness brands, artists, and small businesses all in one inspiring space.
2026 Rising Stars Awards
See more: https://www.stayworkplay.org/risingstarsawards
The Stay Work Play Rising Stars Awards is more than a celebration of New Hampshire’s remarkable young leaders — it’s the night for YPs to shine.
Presented by Eversource Energy and in partnership with NH Public Radio, we’re honoring the 603’s standout young leaders and the organizations who champion them — and we’re doing it in style.
Think bold energy, good vibes, and a room full of changemakers. Dress to impress, raise a glass, and be part of the momentum.
Oh, and did we mention? We’ll have a live DJ spinning the best throwbacks and house tracks all night. This IS New Hampshire’s VMA’s moment…don’t miss it.
2026 Award Categories:
• Student of the Year
• Artist of the Year
• Entrepreneur of the Year
• Young Person of the Year
• Coolest Employer for Young People
• Young Professional Network of the Year
• Stay Work Play Zenith Award
Nominations close end of day on June 22, 2026.
Laconia Pumpkin Festival
See more: https://www.laconiapumpkinfestival.com/?utm_source=nhmagazine.com&utm_medium=referral
Join us for a day filled with fall fun, glowing pumpkins, local flavors, and unforgettable memories!
This beloved annual tradition brings the community together with thousands of carved pumpkins, live entertainment, food vendors, family-friendly activities, and more in the heart of downtown Laconia.
Kick off the day with the Runaway Pumpkin 10K & 5K Run/Walk! Both courses offer views of beautiful Lake Opechee and delicious awards. Fun for the whole family with youth discounts and a great Kids Fun Run. Costumes or orange attire are encouraged to add some fun!
Don’t miss the iconic pumpkin tower—stacked high with glowing jack-o’-lanterns and perfect for a festive photo op!
Savor the flavors of fall with a variety of food trucks and local eateries serving up seasonal favorites and delicious snacks. From sweet treats to savory bites, there’s something to satisfy every craving! Fried dough, apple cider donuts, candied apples, and MUCH more!
Discover a vibrant marketplace featuring local artisans, crafters, and businesses offering everything from handmade goods to seasonal treats. There’s something for everyone!
Watch little ghouls and goblins strut in the adorable kids' costume parade, cheer on costumed pets as they take the spotlight, and get ready as zombies invade the streets!
2026 Annual Celebration for Mental Health
See more + get tickets: https://www.mhcgm.org/events/2026-annual-celebration-for-mental-health/
MHCGM’s Annual event is on Monday, October 26th. Join us for an evening of networking, updates from the past year, and an inspiring speaker from our Greater Manchester Community.
Are you or your business interested in Sponsorship Opportunities? Please contact Jennifer Villandry, Director of Development, at villandj@mhcgm.org or 603-668-4111 ext. 4180
Are you or your business interested in donating an item for our Annual Auction for Mental Health? Please contact Melanie Bauer, Marketing & Events Coordinator, at bauermel@mhcgm.org or 603-668-4111 ext. 6010
Paint Night @ Republic
See more: https://www.instagram.com/p/DYHmuyLT4hv/
🎨🖼️🧑🎨Paint Night Is Back!👩🎨🖼️🎨
You asked for more Steve Pascucci, and hes back! Our paint nights can fill up fast and it’s a ton of fun so we’re bringing Steve back for more in May! Take home your own stretched canvas, Steve brings the canvas, the paints and brushes. You just show up and let the artistic juices flow!…or at least the beer!
Call to reserve your spot for Thursday May 21st
🍻🎨🖌️🖼️
No prepayment necessary
Ceramic Gnome Workshop
See more + register: https://www.instagram.com/p/DYQM8ozBOx_/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==
Clay, creativity, and cozy with Gnomies and Black Olive Pottery.
We are so excited for this collaboration and to create new gnome friends. Join us for an evening of refreshing beverages and learning hand building techniques!
Register online, in person, or call 603-372-4276
Kahoots Collective: Happy Hour for Creative Freelancers
RSVP here: https://www.eventbrite.com/checkout-external?eid=1984582016234
The Kahoots Collective is a free networking group for creative freelancers and solopreneurs in the Seacoast of New Hampshire and Maine. Whether you’re full time or freelance-curious, this is a space to connect, learn and share with peers who understand the business side of creativity.
Photographers, writers, designers, editors, illustrators, marketers, developers or anyone who works with creatives is welcome. Bring your questions, your experience or just your curiosity!
We come together for a laid-back Happy Hour, usually on the first Thursday of the month around 5 p.m., at a local brewery or restaurant. It’s a chance to unwind, share what we’re working on, and talk through the ups and downs of life as creative freelancers — with good company and great conversation.
ReGen Valley Community Update: From Vision to Reality
See more + RSVP here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/RGVCommunity26
Regional Progress in Workforce, Industry, and Community Infrastructure
Join us for the ReGen Valley Community Update, highlighting the progress, partnerships, and impact emerging across the ReGen Valley ecosystem.
This session will feature leaders from industry, workforce development, and the community discussing how the region is building the infrastructure needed to support the growth of regenerative medicine and advanced biomanufacturing.
The State Budget: What You Need to Know (NHFPI Tour Belknap County Stop)
See more + view full tour date calendar: https://mailchi.mp/nhfpi/statebudgettour
The New Hampshire Fiscal Policy Institute is going on a statewide tour, featuring data-informed discussions examining:
What the state budget is, how it is structured, and what it funds
How state revenue and spending decisions interact with local property taxes
The role of education, health care, and other major services in the budget
What the budget means for affordability and household costs across New Hampshire
May 20th tour stop is for Belknap County at the Laconia Public Library at 6pm.
The State Budget shapes our schools, health care systems, economy, and communities. But for many Granite Staters, the details and the impact can feel complicated or out of reach.
Our research team will:
• Break down what’s in the State Budget
• Explain what it means for you and your community
• Answer your questions directly
These sessions are designed to clarify complex policy decisions, make them more accessible, and make them relevant to everyday life. Whether you’re a nonprofit leader, business owner, educator, advocate, or engaged community member, this New Hampshire Fiscal Policy Institute tour is for you.
CYPN Networking @ Capital City Pickleballers
See more + register: https://my.concordnhchamber.com/ap/Events/Register/xRFRbmwUMCYC7
Join the Concord Young Professionals Network (CYPN) for an evening of networking at Capital City Pickleballers! Enjoy refreshments, facility tours, open networking, and the opportunity to connect with fellow young professionals in a fun and welcoming environment.
Guests interested in playing are encouraged to bring clean tennis shoes or athletic sneakers, as outside shoes are not permitted on the courts. Pickleball play will take place on the back courts to provide a comfortable networking atmosphere for all attendees.
Please note: the event is located in the cream-colored building on the left-hand side of the property, not the brick building.
We look forward to seeing you for an engaging evening of connection, community, and friendly competition!
Pricing
This event is complimentary.
NH Vintage Market, by Bullshit Boutique
See more: https://www.thevenuesatthefactory.com/public-events/bullshit-boutique
Y2K + Vintage Clothing Vendors - One of the first of its kind.
Manchester is happy to host Bullshit Boutique, a place where vintage lovers come to meet, shop and explore by offering our customers a selection of carefully curated vintage pieces, we aim to provide stylish alternatives that encourage them to cherish their clothing, reduce their carbon footprint, and make eco-conscious choices.
At Bullshit Boutique, we're not just selling clothes; we're advocating for a more responsible and fulfilling approach to personal style.
Vintage Yard Sale
See more: https://www.facebook.com/events/2439643663154973
Featuring something for everyone -- furniture, tools, collectibles, framed art, old silver, china, jewelry, household goods, etc. Please email administrator@hopkintonhistory.org or call 603-746-3825 with any questions.
603 After Hours: Nashua
603 After Hours is officially BACK! Come hang with new friends and old for a private rooftop social at The Nashua Center for the Arts before an electric evening of all your favorite indie hits. Smudge your eyeliner. Wear the tight jeans and converse. (Or don't, we don't judge!) We're going back to the golden era of Tumblr. Join us, bring a friend, and see you there!
Check out the vibe from the recent show in Boston here.
About the Stay Work Play 603 After Hours Series: This traveling after-hours event series, presented by St. Mary's Bank, spotlights Young Professional Networks and Affinity Groups in their home region, featuring local hotspots, NH updates & topics from the Stay Work Play crew, and a casual, fun way to connect with other young Granite Staters.
When: Friday, May 15, 2026 at The Nashua Center for the Arts
Rooftop social from 6:30 to 8 pm, featuring apps + a cash bar. All Your Friends Indie Party starts at 8pm.
Your Stay Work Play ticket includes apps + access to All Your Friends (must be 18+).
About All Your Friends Indie Party: An indie dance party for the ones who still romanticize a scratched iPod, American Spirits, and a blurry night scored by Bloc Party and Crystal Castles. All Your Friends is your basement-floor flashback to the bloghouse, post-punk revival, and early Tumblr era — when the jeans were tight, the eyeliner was smudged, and every night felt like a house show turned afterparty. Expect to move to LCD Soundsystem, The Rapture, Foals, Yeah Yeah Yeahs, TV on the Radio, and that remix you forgot you loved.
About The Nashua Center for the Arts: Opened in April of 2023, the NCA is New Hampshire’s newest entertainment venue. Located in the heart of downtown Nashua, the NCA has a modern design and offers an intimate audience experience. Fully seated, the capacity of the Bank of America Theater is 750, with retractable seating that allows for a standing room floor and an increased capacity of up to 1,000.
Parking: See https://nashuacenterforthearts.com/directions-parking/ for a list of close parking and more details.
About St. Mary's Bank: St. Mary’s Bank was established as the first credit union in the nation in Manchester, New Hampshire in 1908.Well over a century later, the legacy of our founders lives on. Member-owned and not-for-profit, St. Mary’s Bank is an inviting and inclusive credit union that strives to creates opportunities for individuals, families, and businesses. The story of St. Mary’s Bank is timeless and begins the way most great stories do, with a dream to change the world for the better.
Northeast Coffee Festival
See full event lineup: https://www.northeastcoffeefestival.com/
Mark Your Calendars: The 2026 Northeast Coffee Festival is Coming May 15-16, 2026!
Held in Concord, NH, the heart of the Northeast, this two-day celebration is where passionate roasters, producers, importers, brewers, café owners, and caffeine enthusiasts come together for an unforgettable coffee experience.
Whether you're a seasoned pro or just discovering your love for great coffee, this is the ultimate celebration of Northeast coffee culture.
What to Expect:
Live demos from top-tier baristas
Networking opportunities to connect with other professionals
Interactive tastings of rare and exclusive offerings
Latte art throwdowns that will blow your mind
Hands On Workshops on everything from home brewing mastery to sustainable sourcing
Panel Discussions sure to inspire, excite, and challenge
Local food vendors and artisan pastries to pair perfectly with your cup
Live music, chill vibes, and endless inspiration for anyone who lives and breathes coffee
NHSBR Spring Conference 2026
See more + register: https://www.nhbsr.org/programs/spring-conference-2026/
Join the NH Businesses for Social Responsibility (featuring SWP’s Executive Director, Corinne Breton-Benfield!) for an event brimming with inspiration, innovation, and meaningful connections. Dive into engaging sessions featuring interactive exercises, lively discussions geared towards actionable insights, and meaningful networking. Plus, enjoy complimentary breakfast and lunch to fuel your day of learning and collaboration. We can’t wait to see you there!
Conference Schedule:
8:00-8:30 AM Registration and Breakfast
8:00-8:20 AM Mindfulness and Tai Chi Session
8:30 – 9:00 AM Morning Kickoff
9:00 – 10:15 AM First Breakout Session
25 min Networking Break
10:40 – 11:55 AM Second Breakout Sessions
11:55 – 12:45 PM Lunch and Awards Presentation
12:45- 2:00 PM Keynote Speaker
15-minute transition break
2:15- 4:00 PM Community Solutions Lab
4:00 – 5:00 PM Networking Reception
The State Budget: What You Need to Know (NHFPI Tour Grafton County Stop)
See more + view full tour date calendar: https://mailchi.mp/nhfpi/statebudgettour
The New Hampshire Fiscal Policy Institute is going on a statewide tour, featuring data-informed discussions examining:
What the state budget is, how it is structured, and what it funds
How state revenue and spending decisions interact with local property taxes
The role of education, health care, and other major services in the budget
What the budget means for affordability and household costs across New Hampshire
May 13th tour stop is for Grafton County at the Upper Valley Senior Center in Lebanon at 6pm.
The State Budget shapes our schools, health care systems, economy, and communities. But for many Granite Staters, the details and the impact can feel complicated or out of reach.
Our research team will:
• Break down what’s in the State Budget
• Explain what it means for you and your community
• Answer your questions directly
These sessions are designed to clarify complex policy decisions, make them more accessible, and make them relevant to everyday life. Whether you’re a nonprofit leader, business owner, educator, advocate, or engaged community member, this New Hampshire Fiscal Policy Institute tour is for you.
Collaborative Coworking for Creative Freelancers
See more + RSVP: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/collaborative-coworking-for-creative-freelancers-tickets-1984582410413?keep_tld=true
Bring your work, swap ideas and co-create with other creatives.
Looking for a productive, inspiring space to work alongside other creatives? Join Kahoots Collective for Collaborative Coworking, where freelancers from all backgrounds come together to focus, collaborate, and connect.
Bring your laptop, your projects, and your ideas. Whether you’re drafting, designing, brainstorming, or strategizing, this is the perfect environment to get things done. Plus, you’ll have the chance to network, swap tips, and spark new collaborations with fellow creatives.
Come for the focus, stay for the community, and leave with completed work, fresh ideas, and maybe even a few new connections. RSVP today!
Building Solutions for ReGen Valley Tech Hub: A Regional Housing Summit
See more + RSVP: https://business.manchester-chamber.org/events/details/building-solutions-for-regen-valley-tech-hub-a-regional-housing-summit-9801
Join the ReGen Valley Tech Hub for a regional conversation focused on addressing New Hampshire’s housing challenges and their impact on workforce and economic growth. This event brings together leaders across sectors to explore solutions that support a growing and sustainable biofabrication ecosystem.
Admission: $25
Featured speakers include:
Dr. Jennifer MacDonald, Chief Operating Officer, Advanced Regenerative Manufacturing Institute (ARMI)
Jay Ruais, Mayor, City of Manchester
Lucy Lange, Commissioner, NH Business & Economic Affairs
Rob Dapice, Executive Director & CEO, NH Housing
Through engaging panel discussions, attendees will:
Hear from the biofabrication businesses that are based right here in the Millyard, including Safi Biotherapeutics, Advanced Solutions Life Science and Pro Therapeutics.
Learn from municipal and state leaders about challenges and progress in expanding housing development.
Leave with a deeper understanding of the workforce needs for biofabrication businesses, what’s working in the housing battle and new connections to help drive meaningful progress.
May Advocacy Network
See more + RSVP for free here.
Advocacy Network: Supporting NH Families with MomsRising NH
Join Stay Work Play NH for our next Advocacy Network session, featuring a conversation with MomsRising NH leaders Nancy Glynn and MacKenzie Nicholson.
The New Hampshire State MomsForce, powered by MomsRising, is a network of more than 10,000 Granite Staters working to ensure the voices of moms, caregivers, and families are heard at every level of government. Since 2011, they’ve helped drive meaningful policy change across the state from historic investments in childcare and paid family leave to expanded healthcare access, maternal health advancements, and protections for LGBTQ+ communities.
In this session, we’ll dig into:
MomsRising NH’s mission and impact across the state
Key advocacy priorities, including strengthening childcare and public education
How these issues intersect with affordability and quality of life for young people in NH
Clear, tangible ways to get involved and make your voice heard
At a time when childcare, healthcare, and community supports are shaping whether young people can stay and build their lives here, this conversation will connect the dots between lived experience and policy and show how collective advocacy drives real change.
This is a free, virtual session open to all. Come ready to listen, learn, and be part of the conversation.
Since 2019, Stay Work Play has been a leading voice for nonpartisan, issues-driven advocacy in New Hampshire, shaping policies that influence the state's ability to attract and retain young talent. At the heart of this effort is the Stay Work Play Advocacy Network—a passionate group of volunteers who meet virtually from December through June. Each meeting features guest speakers, including policy experts and lawmakers, who provide valuable insights on the key issues impacting young people in New Hampshire. These discussions guide the Committee’s recommendations and help shape Stay Work Play’s policy positions.
Advocacy Network meetings are held virtually and a Zoom Link will be sent to all registrants in advance of the meeting.
Queerlective Upcycle Market
See more: queerlective.com/upcycle
A community art market and skillshare centered on sustainable fashion, creative reuse, and hands-on making.
Join Queerlective for a day of artist vendors, workshops, and interactive activities exploring how we can repair, rework, and transform everyday materials. Whether you're here to learn a new skill, support local artists, or just spend time in a creative space, there’s something for you.
New England Spring Craft Market
Join us at LaBelle Winery in Derry, NH for The Great New England Spring Fine Craft & Artisan Market!
This two-day, free event takes place on Friday, May 8th from 4pm-8pm and on Saturday, May 9th from 10:00am-5:00pm.
It fills three event spaces on-site at LaBelle Winery Derry: the Vineyard Ballroom, Vineyard Ballroom Terrace, and Harvest Room, as well as some outdoor booths this year. While you’re here, make the most of your visit and enjoy a LaBelle wine tasting, play golf at The Links, mini golf at Mini Links, shop at LaBelle Market, and dine at Americus Restaurant.
Registration is not required, though we highly appreciate your RSVP. Your registration will also provide you with an event reminder email!
NHPR By Degrees Climate Summit
See more + get tickets here.
Our fourth annual gathering will take place Friday, May 8 at Manchester Community College, bringing together community members and changemakers from across New Hampshire and beyond.
This year’s theme is community resilience, centered on a key question: How do communities come together to face shared environmental challenges?
We’ll be looking closely at water quality and environmental pollutants, including PFAS and other emerging contaminants, and the ways communities are creating change through policy, science, storytelling and collective action.
A key highlight of this year’s summit will be a solutions-based panel discussion hosted by Jason Moon centered on NHPR’s Safe to Drink podcast, along with an interactive Q&A featuring journalists and community organizers who are making a difference in their own backyards. Together, we’ll explore what resilience looks like when communities confront shared risks like PFAS exposure — and how collaboration can lead to meaningful, lasting change.
If you joined us last year, you know the summit is more than just a series of speakers. It is a space to hear from people entrenched in this work, ask real questions, and connect with others who care deeply about the future of our region.
Seacoast Stories LIVE!
See more + get tickets here.
Ft. Stefany Shaheen & La Mulita's Max Pruna + Music From Caitlin Piper
📍The Stone Church Music Club - Newmarket, NH
🎟 Tickets ADV $30 / Door $40 / 21+
For a history-making live recording of Seacoast Stories, host Troy Farkas is bringing the Seacoast's No. 1 podcast to the hallowed stage at Stone Church!
In the first EVER live podcast hosted at Stone Church, Farkas will speak to popular past guest Max Pruna, the beloved owner of La Mulita Coffee in Rye, N.H. After that, musician Caitlin Piper takes the stage with her acoustic guitar to play some of her original music. And in the headlining act, New Hampshire royalty! Few people understand the Seacoast more than Stefany Shaheen, and the two will have an engaging discussion about her love for the Seacoast, the local issues she's most passionate about, and why she's running for New Hampshire's 1st seat in U.S. Congress this fall.
Plus, listener Q/A, merch, and an after-party upstairs in Stone Church's private room!
Live From the Countertop Series: Slacktide plays Exodus + Abbey Road
See more: https://www.instagram.com/p/DX77sn4smtd/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ==
Exodus & Abbey Road. This Thursday at 7 PM.
See @slacktideofficial perform at The Listening Room at @themokapotnh in Manchester, NH
Live music that deserves to be heard, every week. See you there!
About Live from the Countertop:
We created LftC with a deep passion for showcasing the talent of local artists in an intimate setting. Artists will cover two of the hundred greatest albums of all time in addition to performing three originals. The Listening Room comes alive at 7pm on Thursday nights at The Moka Pot in Manchester for this amazing series!
Powered by People: A Community Bike Ride
See more + register for FREE: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/powered-by-people-a-community-bike-ride-tickets-1986664900196?aff=oddtdtcreator
Part of the 2026 NH Energy Week collection
Join us for a high-energy celebration of sustainable transportation during NH Energy Week!
Hosted by Mama Wheelies, Papa Wheelies Bicycle Shop, and Clean Energy NH, this community event highlights the power, joy, and community-building of riding your bike.
In partnership with Treeline Outfitters the event will feature a group ride and an information session.
Whether you're a seasoned cyclist or just curious about cleaner, healthier ways to get around, this event offers something for everyone. Come connect with local advocates, learn about the role of biking in a clean energy future, and experience firsthand how human-powered transportation can move us toward more sustainable communities.
What to expect:
A relaxed, no-drop ride (no one gets left behind!)
A friendly CENH staff member leading the group
A chance to connect with fellow bike lovers in your community
Good vibes and fresh air
All ages and abilities are welcome, bring your bike, your curiosity, and your energy!
Registration helps us plan - please sign up so we know you're coming.
Please note: If it rains, there will be no ride.
Mental Health Awareness Night @ Diz's
See more: https://www.mhcgm.org/events/mental-health-awareness-night-at-dizs/
Order from the special Mental Health Center of Greater Manchester Mental Health Menu and help raise funds and awareness of mental health services!
Stay tuned for the menu- it’s going to be delicious!
The NH State House: A Legislative Experience
See more + register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-nh-state-house-a-legislative-experience-tickets-1985601445374?aff=oddtdtcreator
Join Clean Energy NH for a unique, half-day opportunity to experience the legislative process in action at the New Hampshire State House.
This small-group event is designed for members of the public who are interested in gaining a deeper understanding of how the legislative sausage gets made in the Granite State.
What to Expect
We’ll begin the morning at 9:00a with a brief orientation in the Conference Room at the Clean Energy NH office, 125 North State Street, before heading to the State House. During this 30-minute introductory session, participants will receive an overview of the day, a simple guide to legislative rules and procedure, and a preview of what you’ll see during the House or Senate session.
From there, we’ll walk together to the Representatives Hall (second floor of the State House) to observe live proceedings starting around 10:00am. Participants will have the opportunity to listen in as legislators debate and vote on bills, offering a firsthand look at democracy in action. We’ll plan to observe for approximately 1 to 1.5 hours, and will provide live commentary regarding what we’re observing via a private WhatsApp group.
After the session, we’ll regroup and walk or drive back to our office for lunch. During this time, Clean Energy NH staff will lead a casual debrief discussion to reflect on what we observed, answer questions, and connect the experience back to current clean energy issues.
No prior knowledge of the legislative process is required, this experience is designed to be accessible and engaging for all.
Come see how energy policy comes to life at the State House, connect with others interested in clean energy, and leave with a clearer understanding of how decisions are made in New Hampshire.
Seacoast Stories Dinner Club: Exeter
See more + take the quiz to participate: https://seacoaststories.dnnr.io/
The next Seacoast Stories Dinner Club is here.
We're curating another round of community dinners where great conversation meets great food. You'll be matched with 5 other interesting people for a meal at a local restaurant. Just show up hungry and curious — we'll handle the rest.
Exeter
Wednesday, May 06 • 6:30 PM
Matched with 5 other interesting locals
Optional after-dinner hangout at 8:00 PM
The State Budget: What You Need to Know (NHFPI Carroll County Tour Stop)
See more + view full tour date calendar: https://mailchi.mp/nhfpi/statebudgettour
The New Hampshire Fiscal Policy Institute is going on a statewide tour, featuring data-informed discussions examining:
What the state budget is, how it is structured, and what it funds
How state revenue and spending decisions interact with local property taxes
The role of education, health care, and other major services in the budget
What the budget means for affordability and household costs across New Hampshire
May 6th tour stop is for Carroll County at the North Conway Community Center at 6pm.
The State Budget shapes our schools, health care systems, economy, and communities. But for many Granite Staters, the details and the impact can feel complicated or out of reach.
Our research team will:
• Break down what’s in the State Budget
• Explain what it means for you and your community
• Answer your questions directly
These sessions are designed to clarify complex policy decisions, make them more accessible, and make them relevant to everyday life. Whether you’re a nonprofit leader, business owner, educator, advocate, or engaged community member, this New Hampshire Fiscal Policy Institute tour is for you.
Plan NH's Spring Workshop: 'Stay, Work, Plan'
See more + register: https://plannh.org/events/2026-spring-workshop
Join Plan NH for an afternoon of education, inspiration, and networking in Contoocook Village in Hopkinton!
This workshop explores “The Village Center Solution,” a strategy to balance traditional housing demands with the walkable, mixed-use environments essential for retaining and attracting younger generations to New Hampshire. The afternoon will consist of an expert panel and a guided tour of key landmarks and trails in Contoocook Village – highlighting real-world successes, ongoing challenges, and future plans to sustain vibrancy. Attendees will learn how density and collaborative planning can create vibrant, sustainable communities for all generations of residents.
SCHEDULE:
1:00pm – Panel discussion at the Hopkinton Town Library (61 Houston Drive, Contoocook, NH) Featuring:
Corinne Breton-Benfield | Stay Work Play NH
Shannon Rogers | Community and Economic Development, UNH Cooperative Extension
Greg Bakos | VHB
Danica Miller | Town of Peterborough
Tom Emerson | studioB-E Architecture
…and others
2:30pm – Walking tour of Contoocook Village
4:30-6:00pm – Networking and refreshments at Cedar & Main Tavern (16 Cedar St, Contoocook, NH)
Who should attend?
Planners, Economic Developers, Housing Professionals, Architects, Developers, Real Estate Professionals, and anyone curious about community development and planning.
Member ($35): Support our mission as a current member.
Non-Member ($50): Support our mission as a guest.
- not sure if your organization is a member? Check here -
- municipalities: join Plan NH for FREE and get discounted admission! -Brunch & Learn: From Pitch to Paid (Kahoots Collective)
See more + RSVP here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/brunch-learn-from-pitch-to-paid-tickets-1984491181545?keep_tld=true
Overview
Monthly expert talks to fuel your freelance game — plus coffee, creativity, and a side of croissants.
Getting new business doesn’t have to feel awkward, salesy, or overwhelming.
Join us for our next Brunch & Learn featuring Kiri Mohan, founder of Flourishing Freelancer, for an honest, practical conversation about how to consistently bring in new work without burning bridges or burning out.
In this interactive session, Kiri will cover:
How to confidently pitch yourself and your services
Best practices for outreach (what works and what doesn’t)
How to “borrow” and build audiences to expand your reach
Smart strategies for creating visibility without feeling spammy
Turning conversations into contracts
Whether you’re brand new to freelancing or looking to level up your client pipeline, this discussion will give you tangible strategies you can start using immediately.
As always, come for the learning and stay for the connection. Grab your brunch, bring your questions, and join fellow creative freelancers for a candid, actionable conversation about growing your business.
RSVP today!
Granite Goodness LIVE: Amping Up NH (NH Energy Week)
See more + get FREE tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/granite-goodness-live-amping-up-nh-tickets-1986643890355?aff=oddtdtcreator
Part of the 2026 NH Energy Week collection
Join us for a live recording of Granite Goodness, where we look at the forces shaping New Hampshire’s energy future.
Join us for a live recording of Granite Goodness at Treeline Outfitters, where energy meets conversation in a fun, engaging look at the forces shaping New Hampshire’s energy future. This special NH Energy Week event dives into the latest on power and policy - from how energy gets to your home to the decisions being made at the State House that impact costs, sustainability, and reliability.
Expect lively discussion, local insights, and a few sparks of humor as guests break down complex topics into something everyone can understand. Whether you’re an energy professional, policy enthusiast, or just curious about what’s next for the Granite State, this is your chance to plug in, learn something new, and be part of the conversation.
PANELISTS (thus far!):
Katharine Cusack, Policy & Partnerships Coordinator and Small Business Energy Circuit Rider, Clean Energy NH
Tori Gerlt, Energy Solutions Implementation Team Director, Resilient Buildings Group
Come for the ideas, stay for the energy ⚡️
2026 NH Energy Week
See more + full calendar of events: https://nhenergyfuture.org/events/
Celebrating what works. Scaling what’s next. Powering New Hampshire forward.
NH Energy Week connects people with the knowledge, resources, and innovative solutions they need to make informed energy decisions - celebrating progress and empowering individuals and organizations to adopt practical, replicable approaches at home, at work, and in their communities.
Most events during NH Energy Week are free of charge and open to the public - though registration is required.
Financial assistance for the Friday event is available to those who otherwise may not be able to participate. If you would like a reduced cost of registration for this event, please email us at nhenergyweek@gmail.com.
Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nhenergyweek/