CONFERENCE
ALZHEIMER’S AND CAREGIVING EDUCATIONAL CONFERENCE
WHEN: Wednesday, Sept. 16, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
WHERE: Bedford Event Center, 379 South River Road, Bedford
WHAT: This event, hosted by the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America (AFA), is part of AFA’s National Educating Across America Tour. Learn from experts about Alzheimer’s disease, brain health, caregiving and advance planning. Advance registration highly recommended. Sessions include Finding Alzheimer’s Earlier: New Tests, New Treatments, New Hope; Preparing for Caregiving: Resources and Support; and Alzheimer’s Disease: Communication Strategies.
COST: Free
CONTACT: alzfdn.org/tour
LEADERSHIP
HARBOR SERIES: CROSSCURRENTS
WHEN: Thursday, Sept. 17, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. (networking reception from 5 to 7 p.m.)
WHERE: The Envio, 299 Vaughan St., Portsmouth
WHAT: Crosscurrents is a new women’s leadership retreat to help women navigate leadership, transition and growth. Industry-wide women leaders will lead thought-provoking conversations, leadership development and networking that’s focused on leading through change. Portsmouth Mayor Deaglan McEachern is expected to deliver opening remarks. HHS Connect connects leaders across health, human services, education and the nonprofit sector.
COST: Standard admission, $595; table host (five seats), $2,525; pre-event networking reception, $35; Emerging Leader, $420
CONTACT: hhsconnect.com/crosscurrents
FUNDRAISER
BRIDGE TO RECOVERY NINTH ANNUAL BRIDGE TO RECOVERY WALK
WHEN: Sunday, Sept. 20 (check-in 8 a.m.; walk start 9 a.m.)
WHERE: Concord Hospital, 15 Aiken Ave., Franklin
WHAT: This 2-mile walk for people of all abilities supports those in recovery, their families, health professionals and supporters by raising funds and awareness for substance-use disorder and mental health programs at Concord Hospital’s Franklin and Laconia locations. Live music, a patient speaker and a complimentary pancake breakfast prepared by Dr. Paul Racicot and Boomer’s BBQ are planned. In 2025, the Bridge to Recovery Walk raised more than $50,000 for Concord Hospital Recovery Clinics in Franklin and Gilford.
COST: TBA
CONTACT: runsignup.com/Race/NH/Franklin/BridgetoRecoveryWalk
CONFERENCE
NEW HAMPSHIRE HOUSING’S 2026 HOUSING AND ECONOMY CONFERENCE
WHEN: Wednesday, Sept. 23, 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
WHERE: Grappone Conference Center, 70 Constitution Ave., Concord
WHAT: At the New Hampshire Housing’s 2026 Housing & Economy Conference, find out how people, places and ideas in local communities will shape New Hampshire’s housing future. Experts will discuss historic building repurposing, building a skilled workforce to meet housing demands and advancing innovative strategies. Christopher Thornberg, Ph.D., founding partner of Beacon Economics, will be the keynote speaker from 9-10 a.m.
COST: $75, includes breakfast
CONTACT: nhhousing.org
CONFERENCE
NEW HAMPSHIRE CENTER FOR NONPROFITS’ 2026 NONPROFIT LEADERSHIP SUMMIT
WHEN: Thursday, Sept. 24, 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
WHERE: Grappone Conference Center, 70 Constitution Ave., Concord
WHAT: “What does the future of philanthropy look like in New Hampshire?” It’s a question that the NH Center for Nonprofits CEO Kathleen Reardon will explore with Shawn Morehead, the new president and CEO of the New Hampshire Charitable Foundation. The New Hampshire Charitable Foundation is the largest private provider of nonprofit grants and student aid in northern New England.
COST: Member, $175; nonmember, $300 ($25 discount for additional people from the same organization); partial scholarships of up to 50% available.
CONTACT: nhnonprofits.org/2026summit
TRAINING
“WTF IS MANAGEMENT” TRAINING CONFERENCE
WHEN: Thursday, Sept. 24, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
WHERE: Puritan Backroom Conference Center, 245 Hooksett Road, Manchester
WHAT: The “WTF is Management?” training conference will challenge and equip leaders with up-to-date tools to be effective managers. The agenda includes seven sessions as well as morning, lunch and afternoon breaks. Session topics include “Keeping Your Team Engaged and Motivated” and “Effective 1:1 and Coaching Conversations.” Speakers include Alison Milioto, SHRM-SCP, and Toni Runci, SHRM-CP, PHR. Organized by BlueLion LLC.
COST: $349; refunds up to seven days before event.
CONTACT: Search via Eventbrite
SEMINAR
SHAPING THE FUTURE: LEADERSHIP AND PUBLIC POLICY IN HEALTH CARE
WHEN: Friday, Sept. 25, 7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.
WHERE: Memorial Union Building, 83 Main St., Durham
WHAT: Discover the latest trends and innovations in healthcare management and policy at the 10th annual event. From 8:30-10 a.m., Marcy Doyle, DNP with the Institute for Health Policy and Practice at UNH, will moderate a panel on Utilization of PA/NP Workforce in the Current Healthcare Environment. From 10:30 a.m. to noon, Deb Fournier, JD, also with the Institute for Health Policy and Practice, will moderate a discussion on New Hampshire’s rural health program. By ACHE of Northern New England.
COST: up to $108
CONTACT: Search via Eventbrite
CONFERENCE
2026 NEW HAMPSHIRE ENERGY SUMMIT
WHEN: Monday, Sept. 28, 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
WHERE: DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel, 172 N. Main St., Concord
WHAT: About 150 to 200 participants include representatives from the energy industry, trade associations, the business community and public officials. Sessions include an overview of the New England electric grid; a discussion on the increasing role of nuclear energy; an examination into near- and medium-term solutions like clean energy development, energy storage, efficiency programs and policy tools; the future of default service; and more. Organized by the Dupont Group.
COST: $39.19; includes breakfast buffet
CONTACT: Search via Eventbrite
FUNDRAISER
NASHUA CHILDREN’S HOME GATSBY GALA FUNDRAISER
WHEN: Saturday, Oct. 3, 5:30 to 9:30 p.m.
WHERE: The Event Center by Marriott, 2200 Southwood Drive, Nashua
WHAT: At the “A Roaring Good Time for a Great Cause” gala benefitting Nashua Children’s Home, there will be photo ops with vintage cars, cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, silent and live auctions, live music and dancing. Roaring Twenties–inspired semi-formal attire is encouraged. The online Silent Auction begins Sept. 26. The nonprofit Nashua Children’s Home provides youth and families with residential care, educational support, transitional living and help for at-risk children.
COST: $125
CONTACT: nashuachildrenshome.org
FUNDRAISER
‘ILLUMINATE TOMORROW, A CELEBRATION OF HOPE’ RIVERWOODS GALA
WHEN: Saturday, Oct. 3, 6 to 9 p.m.
WHERE: 121 Technology Drive, Durham
WHAT: Proceeds from the gala will benefit the Seacoast Dementia Hub, a no-cost program that offers guidance and support for those navigating their caregiving journey. Enjoy live music and entertainment, food, live and silent auctions. Cocktail attire requested.
COST: $150 to $200
CONTACT: riverwoodsnh.org
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