JOB FAIR
NH’S CAPITAL AND SOUTHERN REGIONS VIRTUAL JOB AND RESOURCE FAIR
WHEN: Tuesday, Feb. 3, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
WHERE: Virtual
WHAT: Job seekers in any stage of their search can attend this job and resource fair to find positions across several industries. Those seeking their first job or changing their career path are welcome. Job-seeker resources will be available for further assistance. The event will be held on the Remo platform. This NHES and BEA event is for NH’s capital and southern regions.
COST: Free; registration required
CONTACT: business.nh.gov/nhesjobfair
ROUNDTABLE
NIMBY NATION: THE REVOLT AGAINST URBAN GROWTH AND THE IDEOLOGICAL ORIGINS OF OUR HOUSING CRISIS
WHEN: Feb. 11, 4-5:30 p.m.
WHERE: New Hampshire Institute of Politics, 100 Saint Anselm Drive, Manchester
WHAT: The Initiative for Housing Policy and Practice at Saint Anselm College is holding a public talk with Dr. Jacob Anbinder as part of its Housing and the Economy Speaker Series. Anbinder’s research focuses on political, economic and social factors surrounding housing and land use in America. Community leaders, students, faculty, housing practitioners and policymakers can also attend.
COST: Free
CONTACT: ihpp@anselm.edu
SEMINAR
2026 CNHCC TRAVEL & TOURISM SEMINAR
WHEN: Thursday, Feb. 12, 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
WHERE: Common Man Inn & Spa, 231 Main St., Plymouth
WHAT: Attend the Central New Hampshire Chamber of Commerce annual Travel & Tourism Seminar for educational presentations, a networking luncheon, a mini travel expo, a branded giveaway and more than $1,000 worth of door prizes.
COST: $15 for CNHCC members; $25 for non-members
CONTACT: info@centralnh.org
WORKSHOP
NHASBO NHW101 SCHOOL FINANCING WORKSHOP
WHEN: Friday, Feb. 13, 2026, noon
WHERE: Virtual
WHAT: Attend the New Hampshire Association of School Business Officials’ NHW school financing workshop to learn about depository contracts, reporting requirements, investment controls and strategies during this Zoom session. Online registration available until Feb. 9. NHASBO supports the profession of school business management and offers professional development and certifications as well as mentoring and networking opportunities.
CONTACT: nhasbo.org
WORKSHOP
WHAT EVERY SMALL BUSINESS NEEDS TO KNOW ABOUT EMPLOYMENT LAW
WHEN: Wednesday, Feb. 18, from noon to 1:30 p.m.
WHERE: Virtual
WHAT: For small business owners who need some HR support, this workshop may answer some of your questions about employment law. The workshop will be led by Alison Milioto, herself a small business owner. Milioto is co-founder and co-owner of BlueLion LLC, an HR consulting firm. The event is organized by Grafton Regional Development Corp.
COST: Free
CONTACT: Search via EventBrite
CONFERENCE
2026 NORTHERN NEW ENGLAND FACILITY MASTERS CONFERENCE
WHEN: Wednesday and Thursday, Feb. 25-26
WHERE: Portsmouth High School, 50 Andrew Jarvis Drive, Portsmouth
WHAT: New sessions have been added to this year’s conference, along with more demos and hands-on learning opportunities. A networking event will be at Paddy’s American Grille in the Pease Development Authority on Feb. 25 at 4:15 p.m. Organizers have partnered with the Fairfield by Marriott Portsmouth Seacoast for conference pricing.
COST: One day, $100; both days with early bird discount: $180
CONTACT: nhasbo.org/page/FacilityConference
NETWORKING
THE GREATER MANCHESTER CHAMBER’S 2026 CITIZEN OF THE YEAR CELEBRATION
WHEN: March 5, 5 p.m.
WHERE: DoubleTree by Hilton Manchester Downtown
WHAT: The Greater Manchester Chamber will honor business leader, philanthropist and Manchester advocate Robert Singer as the next Citizen of the Year. This annual event, which has taken place since 1954, is presented by Elliot Health System. The Citizen of the Year award seeks to recognize someone who has provided outstanding leadership to those in the community.
COST: TBD
CONTACT: manchester-chamber.org
FUNDRAISER
ON TAP FOR CASA 2026 BARSTOOL FUNDRAISER
WHEN: March 7, noon to 10 p.m.
WHERE: New England’s Tap House Grille, 1292 Hooksett Road, Hooksett
WHAT: Engage in some friendly competition by competing for points for a good cause; support a fundraiser or a team. Teams “captain” a stool at the bar for 10 hours while competing in fun games. Proceeds benefit CASA volunteer advocates’ recruitment and training. Teams commit to a fundraising minimum of $1,200. Historically, this event has collectively raised more than $300,000.
COST: Individual registration is free
CONTACT: casanh.org/on-tap-for-casa
SEMINAR
UNH CEO SPEAKER SERIES PROGRAM
WHEN: Thursday, March 12, 8-10 a.m.
WHERE: Three Chimneys Inn, 17 Newmarket Road, Durham
WHAT: Erik Mogensen, general manager of Black Mountain and managing director of Indy Pass, will speak at the UNH CEO Speaker Series Program. The program format includes 8 a.m. coffee and networking, a gourmet breakfast buffet at 8:30, and the program and Q&A from 9-10 a.m. The CEO Speaker Series is one of three marquee programs offered through the CEO & Family Enterprise Center.
COST: TBD
CONTACT: paulcollege.unh.edu/ceo-speaker-series
NETWORKING
NH TECH ALLIANCE PRESENTS: WATERVILLE SKI PITCH 2026
WHEN: Friday, March 13, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
WHERE: Waterville Valley Resort, Sunnyside Lodge & Lift, 1 Ski Area Road, Waterville Valley
WHAT: Startup founders, accredited angel investors and venture capital firms are invited to the NH Tech Alliance’s pitch and networking experience. Participate in a casual day of innovation and collaboration. After registration and networking at Sunnyside Lodge, startup founders will be given 7 minutes to give their pitch aboard the Sunnyside Lift with angel group or fund representatives.
COST: all-day ticket, $150; cocktail reception, $50
CONTACT: nhtechalliance.org
EXPO
BRING BACK THE TRADES SPRING 2026 SKILLS EXPO
WHEN: Saturday, April 18, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
WHERE: Londonderry High School, Londonderry
WHAT: Attend this expo to find out whether a high-skill, high-demand job in the trades is your next step to success. Scholarship giveaways and internship opportunities will be available. Bring Back the Trades promotes skilled trades as important, essential career paths. The expo is hosted by the Londonderry Police Department, Rotary Club of Londonderry, and Londonderry High School, and is presented by F.W. Webb Company.
COST: TBD
CONTACT: bringbackthetrades.org
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