COMMUNITY
LAKES REGION PARADE OF HOMES
WHEN: Saturday, Oct. 7 to Sunday, Oct. 8, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
WHERE: Locations vary; view the full parade map on the website
WHAT: On this self-guided, two-day tour of homes throughout the Lakes Region, attendees will have the chance to see the latest in design and building trends, energy-efficient building solutions, attractive outdoor living spaces and affordable housing opportunities. Whether you want ideas for your current home, are looking for your next home or just appreciate quality craftsmanship, the Parade has something for everyone. Download the app to get started today!
COST: $20
CONTACT: lakesregionparadeofhomes.com
COMMUNITY
NEW HAMPSHIRE FILM FESTIVAL
WHEN: Oct. 12 – 15,
WHERE: The Music Hall, 8 Chestnut St., Portsmouth
WHAT: Four days of independent filmmaking, discussions and educational opportunities will once again descend upon Portsmouth, offering more than 100 feature films, documentaries and short films to the public. The festival brings together screening venues across the city, including The Music Hall Historic Theater, The Music Hall Lounge, 3S Artspace, The Press Room and more, showcasing a variety of films from established and emerging filmmakers.
COST: $58.50 – $283.50
CONTACT: nhfilmfestival.com
CONFERENCE
NHFPI’S 2023 BUDGET AND POLICY CONFERENCE
WHEN: Monday, Oct. 16, 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.
WHERE: Grappone Conference Center, 70 Constitution Ave., Concord
WHAT: Join the New Hampshire Fiscal Policy Institute for its 8th Annual Budget and Policy Conference, where stakeholders will come together with leading policy experts from various areas to address cross-cutting issues and elevate impactful policy solutions. The event will examine workforce challenges in the state and highlight key ways we can address these challenges and strengthen the economic security of all Granite Staters.
COST: $50
CONTACT: nhfpi.org/events/nhfpis-2023-budget-and-policy-conference
COMMUNITY
WOMEN BUILDING COMMUNITY LUNCHEON
WHEN: Thursday, Oct. 19, 9:30 – 11 a.m.
WHERE: DoubleTree by Hilton, 700 Elm St., Manchester
WHAT: Don’t miss the New Hampshire Women’s Foundation’s largest event of the year, 19 years running, that brings together women and feminists of all genders to build community, get inspired and take action. This year’s program features keynote speaker Elizabeth Nyamayaro, an award-winning humanitarian, author and former United Nations senior advisor on gender equality.
COST: $30 – $750
CONTACT: nhwomensfoundation.org/wbc
FUNDRAISER
ANNUAL SUPERHERO 5K AND KIDS FUN RUN
WHEN: Sunday, Oct. 22, 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.
WHERE: Ogunquit Beach in Ogunquit, Maine
WHAT: Rett’s Roost invites residents, visitors and businesses alike to join them on the beach for their fourth annual, family-friendly, costume-themed event at Main Beach during Ogunquitfest weekend. Rett’s Roost is an organization that supports families of children with cancer through psychosocial support and therapeutic programming, and this event will raise funds for their mission and honor the families in the pediatric cancer community.
COST: $25 – $60
CONTACT: rettsroost.org/event/superhero-5k
FORUM
NH INSURANCE DEPARTMENT’S 2023 ANNUAL HEARING ON PREMIUM RATES AND HEALTH CARE COST DRIVERS
WHEN: Friday, Oct. 27, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
WHERE: UNH Franklin Pierce School of Law, 2 White St., Concord
WHAT: At the conclusion of its report on premium rates and health care cost drivers, the NH Insurance Department will host a symposium exploring the potential impact of price transparency in New Hampshire and nationally. A panel discussion will feature national leaders in health economics and price transparency: Marilyn Bartlett, CPA, Zach Brown, Ph.D., and Chris Whaley, Ph.D. Topics include: the economic impact of price transparency; demand side influences; supply-side effects; price transparency laws currently in place; policy options related to health care price transparency; state- and federal-level efforts; and the future of price transparency in the state and the health care industry as a whole.
COST: Free; registration required
CONTACT: Search via Eventbrite
SEMINAR
GOVERNOR’S ADVANCED MANUFACTURING & HIGH TECHNOLOGY SUMMIT
WHEN: Friday, Oct. 27, 7 a.m. – 2 p.m.
WHERE: Grappone Conference Center, 70 Constitution Ave., Concord
WHAT: Hosted by NH’s Manufacturing Extension Partnership (NHMEP), this seminar brings together senior executives from manufacturing, as well as state, industry and educational leaders, to network and learn more about the CHIPS Act, leading women in manufacturing, and artificial intelligence. Sister agencies from both the federal and state level will feature information, programs and services that can aid and grow your business.
COST: $100
CONTACT: nhmep.org/21st-annualgovernors-advanced-manufacturinghigh-technology-summit
CONFERENCE
2ND ANNUAL NORTH COUNTRY FOOD AND AGRICULTURE SUMMIT
WHEN: Wednesday, Nov. 8, 8:30 a.m. – 3 p.m.
WHERE: AMC Highland Center at Crawford Notch, U.S. 302, Bretton Woods
WHAT: Hosted by NH Hunger Solutions, this summit is designed to provide networking opportunities, relationship building and collaboration toward a resilient food and agriculture system for our region, including all partners around the state and beyond. This event is intended for everyone who works within the food and agriculture community and for those who work in support of that community. Refreshments and lunch will be provided.
COST: Free; registration required
CONTACT: Search via Eventbrite
CONFERENCE
MOVING TOGETHER CONVERSATIONS: IMMIGRANTS IN NEW HAMPSHIRE’S WORKFORCE
WHEN: Wednesday, Nov. 15, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
WHERE: Grappone Conference Center, 70 Constitution Ave., Concord
WHAT: Presented by NH Songa, this impactful one-day conference will discuss the importance of the vital partnership between immigrant workers and the labor market in our state. The conference will cover a range of topics including: understanding the immigrant community; examining the challenges and opportunities in welcoming immigrants to New Hampshire; empowering immigrant talent; presenting data on the valuable contributions of immigrants; the benefits of diversity, equity, inclusion and justice for companies; fostering workplace inclusion; assessing the state’s progress on immigrant inclusion; exploring policies to facilitate this process; and discussing innovative ideas for sustaining positive momentum for our state. Visit nhsonga.com to view speakers and conference sessions.
COST: $100
CONTACT: nhsonga.com
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