COMMUNITY
BOB AWARDS VOTING
WHEN: Now through Jan. 8, 2023
WHERE: www.surveymonkey.com/r/2023BOBs
WHAT: Help NH Business Review award this year’s best B2B companies in New Hampshire by voting for your favorites! Determined through an online readers’ poll, BOB Award winners from over 90+ different categories, ranging from “Best Accounting Firm” to “Best Commercial Real Estate Broker” to “Best Place for a Business Lunch,” are truly considered to be New Hampshire’s highest caliber businesses offering nothing less than outstanding products and services. When you’re done voting, mark your calendar for the Hollywoodthemed BOBs celebration on March 9, 2023, at the Grappone Conference Center in Concord.
COST: Free
CONTACT: nhbr.com/events-awards/best-of-business-awards
SEMINAR
30TH ANNUAL ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT LUNCHEON
WHEN: Monday, Nov. 21, 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
WHERE: Littleton Opera House, 2 Union St., Littleton
WHAT: Join the Littleton Area Chamber of Commerce for their 30th Annual Economic Development Luncheon, featuring the presentation of the Business Leader of the Year Award, as well as keynote speakers Dr. Rick Feinburg, American Astrological Society; Pam Sullivan, NH Eclipse ’24 Working Group; Kaela Tavares, North Country Council; and area industry leaders and chambers.
COST: $30
CONTACT: littletonareachamber.com
COMMUNITY
SMALL BUSINESS SATURDAY
WHEN: Saturday, Nov. 26
WHERE: In your community
WHAT: Skip the big-box stores and national chains and shop local for holiday gifts. Visit a brick-and-mortar small business or peruse their website to find seasonal discounts on unique items you can’t find anywhere else. Knowledgeable staff can help you choose gifts for family and friends who are hard to shop for. Whether you’re looking for clothing, handmade jewelry, books or home décor, a small business has what you need close to home.
COST: Every penny spent helps a small business grow; visit your local small businesses to save with great deals
CONTACT: Search sites such as Yelp, TripAdvisor or Google to find small businesses nearby
FORUM
FIND YOUR CAUSE, PRESENTED BY SOUTHERN NEW HAMPSHIRE UNIVERSITY
WHEN: Wednesday, Nov. 30, 5 – 7 p.m.
WHERE: The Rex Theatre, 23 Amherst St., Manchester
WHAT: This is a fun, shark tank-style event, where attendees can meet with local nonprofit leaders and hear about various ways to get involved. Find a cause that tackles an issue you are passionate about, and learn about volunteer opportunities within that organization and more.
COST: Free, registration required
CONTACT: business.manchester-chamber.org/events/details/2022-find-your-cause-8354
FUNDRAISER
LAUGH FOR THE KIDS: COMEDY NIGHT TO BENEFIT DOVER CHILDREN’S HOME
WHEN: Thursday, Dec. 1, 6 – 9 p.m.
WHERE: Cara Irish Pub & Restaurant, 11 4th St., Dover
WHAT: Attend a night of fun to benefit the Dover Children’s Home, where 100 percent of all ticket sales will go to the home, so they can make this holiday season a good one for the kids. The lineup of comedians have been making crowds laugh all over New England and beyond for years: Mark Moccia, Steve Scarfo, Kristin O’Brien, Greg Boggis, Mona Forgione, Bryan Muenzer and Mystaru. Come for a fun night out for a good cause!
COST: $20
CONTACT: Search via Eventbrite
EXPO
MADE IN NEW ENGLAND EXPO
WHEN: Saturday, Dec. 3, 10 a.m. – Sunday, Dec. 4, 4 p.m.
WHERE: DoubleTree by Hilton Manchester Downtown, 700 Elm St., Manchester
WHAT: Find unique products for everyone on your list while supporting local small businesses and getting in the holiday spirit! Browse and shop at 75+ vendor booths, all with products made in New England, and enjoy festive sounds of the season from bands including Northern Voices A Capella, Funky Divas, Little Black Dress, and more!
COST: $8 adults; $7 ages 65 and older; $2 ages 2-12
CONTACT: Search via Eventbrite
FORUM
NH BEHAVIORAL HEALTH SUMMIT 2022
WHEN: Mon., Dec. 5, 8 a.m. – Tue., Dec. 6, 5 p.m.
WHERE: DoubleTree by Hilton Manchester Downtown, 700 Elm St., Manchester
WHAT: This annual Behavioral Health Summit is designed to bring together nonprofit leaders, health care providers, clinical and licensed professionals, and public policy advocates in the mental health and substance use disorder community. This event brings the behavioral health community together where shared public policy goals, professional development and meaningful networking can occur. The NH Behavioral Health Summit is a successful collaboration between The NH Community Behavioral Health Association, the NH Alcohol and Other Drug Service Providers Association, and the NH Alcohol & Drug Abuse Counselors Association. The Summit focuses on setting the public policy stage for key legislative and agency initiatives as well as integration and capacity building for primary care, mental health and substance use services.
COST: $175 for one day, $225 for both days
CONTACT: Search via Eventbrite
COMMUNITY
ONE NIGHT IN BANGKOK W/CHEF EMSHIKA ALBERINI
WHEN: Monday, Dec. 12, 6 – 8:30 p.m.
WHERE: The Westbrook Inn, 49 South Main St., Derry
WHAT: This special dinner event is hosted by renowned chef, Emshika Alberini of Chang Thai Cafe in Littleton, NH. Inspired by her mother’s cooking lessons and her sister’s unexpected passing in 2006, Emshika uses locally sourced ingredients to blend traditional Thai cuisine with contemporary flair.
Her success has landed her on the Food Network’s Chopped with Martha Stewart “Martha Rules: Tournament of Champion” show. And, she was recently recognized in 2021 by NH Business Review as one of New Hampshire’s 200 most influential business leaders. A four-course dinner will include Miang Kham, Tom Yum Talay Soup, Bangkok Steak and dessert.
COST: $75
CONTACT: Search via Eventbrite
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