Somersworth Indonesian Festival
2019-09-07 07:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | NH, United States

Portsmouth - Finding Refuge: Crossroads Film Series - Human Flow
2019-09-10 14:00 | Portsmouth Public Library, 175 Parrott Ave, Portsmouth, 03801, United States
Finding Refuge: Crossroads Film and Discussion Series
Human Flow
Tuesday, September 10th, 6 PM
Portsmouth Public Library
175 Parrott Avenue, Portsmouth, NH 03801
About Human Flow:
Over 65 million people around the world have been forced from their homes to escape famine, climate change and war in the greatest human displacement since World War II. Human Flow, an epic film journey led by the internationally renowned artist Ai Weiwei, gives a powerful visual expression to this massive human migration. The documentary elucidates both the staggering scale of the refugee crisis and its profoundly personal human impact. Captured over the course of an eventful year in 23 countries, the film follows a chain of urgent human stories that stretches across the globe in countries including Afghanistan, Bangladesh, France, Greece, Germany, Iraq, Israel, Italy, Kenya, Mexico, and Turkey. Human Flow is a witness to its subjects and their desperate search for safety, shelter and justice: from teeming refugee camps to perilous ocean crossings to barbed-wire borders; from dislocation and disillusionment to courage, endurance and adaptation; from the haunting lure of lives left behind to the unknown potential of the future. Human Flow comes at a crucial time when tolerance, compassion and trust are needed more than ever. This visceral work of cinema is a testament to the unassailable human spirit and poses one of the questions that will define this century: Will our global society emerge from fear, isolation, and self-interest and choose a path of openness, freedom, and respect for humanity?

Canterbury - "If I Am Not For Myself, Who Will Be for Me?"
2019-09-10 15:00 | Elkins Public Library, 9 Center Road, Canterbury, NH, 03224, United States
“If I Am Not For Myself, Who Will Be for Me?” George Washington’s Runaway Slave

Oney Judge Staines, according to the Constitution, was only three-fifths of a person. To her masters, George and Martha Washington, she was merely “the girl.” All she wanted was the freedom to control her own actions, but her account of escaping the Executive Mansion in Philadelphia, fleeing north and establishing a life in New Hampshire is not a typical runaway story. Portrayed by Gwendolyn Quezaire-Presutti, Oney’s tale provides an alternative perspective on the new nation’s social, political, and economic development, from one whose personal experience so contradicted the promise of the principles embodied in the nation’s founding documents.

Manchester - Glendi 2019
2019-09-12 - 2019-09-15 | St. George Greek Orthodox Cathedral, 650 Hanover Street, Manchester, NH, 03104, United States
This year our Annual GLENDI Festival will take place Friday Sept 13th, Saturday Sept 14th, and Sunday Sept 15th.
GLENDI is an annual Grecian Festival held every September and hosted on the grounds of St. George Greek Orthodox Cathedral in Manchester, NH. It was originally called the Greek Bazaar and brings people together from all around NH to celebrate Greek Heritage.
Come celebrate with us and enjoy the fun with many special features such as Greek cuisine & pastries, Jewelry booth showcasing beautiful Grecian imports/jewelry, Greek coffee shop serving Greek demitasse, an Aegean Market featuring food and clothing, a Taverna featuring Greek beer and wine, Raffles (mini, multi & century) and so much more.

Anti-Racism Organizing Symposium in Northern New England
2019-09-14 04:30 - 13:00 | Pepperell Mill Campus, 2 Main St, Biddeford, NH, 04005, United States

Deering - Songs and Stories of the Struggle for Abolition and Woman Suffrage
2019-09-15 07:30 | Deering Community Church, 763 Deering Center Road, Deering, NH, 03244, United States
Abby Hutchinson’s Sweet Freedom Songs: Songs and Stories of the Struggle for Abolition and Woman Suffrage

Deborah Anne Goss appears as Abby Hutchinson Patton, recalling mid-19th-century U.S. and New Hampshire history and performing rousing anthems, heartfelt ballads, and humorous ditties sung during anti-slavery and early women’s rights struggles. In the 1840s and 1850s the Hutchinson Family Singers strongly influenced the opinions of the era with their popular songs promoting healthy living and social justice-most prominently the abolition of slavery. Participants are encouraged to join in the singing on several choruses or read a poem or political diatribe of the time.

Nashua Multicultural Festival 2019
2019-09-15 09:00 - 13:00 | St Patrick’s Gym, 29 Spring St, Nashua, NH, 03060, United States
Join us for the 2nd Annual Nashua Multicultural Festival on September 15 from 1-5 p.m. at St. Patrick’s Gym on Main Street!
This FREE event, which is organized by the Nashua Mayor’s Office and the Nashua Multicultural Festival Planning Committee, will feature multicultural food, art, dance and more! Free samples of foods from a variety of countries will be provided (first come, first served).
About
The Multicultural Festival is part of Nashua’s celebration of Welcoming Week, an annual series of events where communities bring together immigrants, refugees, and native-born residents to raise awareness of the benefits of welcoming everyone. Learn more about Welcoming Week at the Welcoming America website.
In September 2016, the City of Nashua adopted legislation to officially become a Welcoming City. Since then, the City and community partners have worked hard to incorporate welcoming initiatives into the daily life of our community. This event is also an opportunity to celebrate the two-year anniversary of Nashua becoming a Welcoming City.

Concord - Taste of Greece Festival
2019-09-21 07:00 - 14:00 | Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church, 68 N State St, Concord, NH, 03301, United States
Come and be Greek for a day! Enjoy the best Greek food in New England, all lovingly made by our parishioners! Lamb and chicken kabobs, moussaka, pistachio, rice filled and meat filled grape leaves (dolmades), Greek meat balls, stuffed peppers, Greek sausage, just to name a mouth-watering few. And then there are the pastries…(don’t miss out on the best loukoumades [Greek fried dough] anywhere!) Greek music all day provided by DJ Manis. And don’t miss the tours of our beautiful church! Rain or shine, 11 am to 6 pm. Free admission.

Concord Multicultural Festival 2019
2019-09-22 07:00 - 12:00 | New Hampshire State House, 107 N Main St, Concord, NH, 03303, United States
A celebration of all cultures, featuring:
Entertainment by local performers
Local ethnic food vendors
Cultural crafts made by local artists
Traditional arts demonstrations
Activities for all ages
International flag parade
and so much more!

Concord - Around-the-World Food Tour
2019-09-22 07:00 - 12:00 | New Hampshire State House, 107 N Main St, Concord, NH, 03303, United States
13th Annual Concord Multicultural Festival presented by Parker Education
***VIP EXPERIENCE***

Around-the-World Food Tour

If you love the Multicultural Festival for its delicious foods from across the globe, then this VIP tour is a great opportunity to take your Multicultural Festival experience to the next level!
During the Tour, one of our NH Food Bank chefs will serve as your global guide, introducing you to the food vendors and making sure you have a great experience, eat great food, and learn from the wonderful New American chefs that now call greater Concord their home. Get your tickets now for an exclusive Multicultural smorgasbord!
Each VIP Food Tour group has a maximum of 8 participants, and leaves at 30 minutes past the hour. Choose your time and buy your ticket by clicking ‘Purchase’ below. Each $35 ticket includes a $20 food credit and a donation to this wonderful festival that will take your taste buds around the world!

The Concord Multicultural Festival is an annual celebration of all cultures featuring:
–> Entertainment by local performers
–> Local ethnic food vendors
–> Cultural crafts made by local artists
–> Traditional arts demonstrations
–> Activities for all ages
–> International flag parade
and so much more!
Please visit our website for more information – https://concordnhmulticulturalfestival.org/home

Concord - Cooking Class: Indian and Nepali Fusion
2019-09-24 14:00 - 16:30 | Unitarian Universalist Church of Concord, 274 Pleasant Street,, Concord, NH, 03301, United States
Cooking Class: Indian and Nepali Fusion

Join Sycamore Community Garden for an authentic and educational cooking experience that is rich in both culture and cuisine! This is a hands-on cooking class led by new Americans living in Concord. ONLY 10 TICKETS WILL BE SOLD FOR EACH CLASS. Don’t worry: future classes will be added if the event sells out!

Location:
Unitarian Universalist Church of Concord, 274 Pleasant Street, Concord, NH 03301

What you’ll learn in this international cooking class:
Learn to prepare an authentic, typical Indian and Nepali inspired meal directly from a Bhutanese immigrant whose family lives in Concord and is a member of Sycamore Community Garden.
MENU: Aloo Paratha, Curry Dish, Indian Sweet Dessert
TEACHER: Harimaya Khatiwada
Cost: $50
Register here

Exeter - 5th Annual Racial Unity Day Event
2019-09-28 05:00 - 12:00 | Exeter Town Hall, 9 Front St, Exeter, NH, 03833, United States
Exeter will again be the site of Racial Unity Day on Saturday, September 28. The fifth annual event is a fun-filled day of music, food, conversation, art, poetry and a special children’s program. Event organizers have designed this year’s event as a call to explore “What’s one small thing I can do for racial unity?”
Visit RUT at https://racialunityteam.com/racial-unity-day, contact us at racialunityteam1@gmail.com, call 603-263-6511

Nashua - Suitcase Stories
2019-09-29 15:00 - 17:00 | Nashua High School North, 8 Titan Way, Nashua, NH, 03063, United States
Suitcase Stories® is a signature program of the International Institute of New England. It raises the profile of refugees and immigrants while strengthening community through the art of storytelling.
Launched in 2016, Suitcase Stories began as a traveling live performance series featuring foreign and U.S.-born residents sharing powerful refugee and immigrant stories. Since its initial year, the initiative has expanded to include programming customized for community partners. To date, more than 3,000 people have enjoyed a mainstage performance and thousands more have watched a taped episode on PBS television. The response from those audience members spoke of how the performance challenged and expanded their perceptions of refugees and immigrants.

Manchester - Vigil to Support Immigrants
2019-10-01 09:00 | Norris Cotton Federal Building, 275 Chestnut St., Manchester, NH, 03101, United States
Immigration Vigil/check-ins to support immigrants in Manchester
When: Oct 1st
Time: 9am
Location: Norris Cotton Federal Building
275 Chestnut Street, Manchester

Portsmouth - Finding Refuge: Crossroads Film Series- Anote's Ark
2019-10-01 14:00 | Portsmouth Public Library, 175 Parrott Ave, Portsmouth, 03801, United States
Registration

General Admission

Finding Refuge: Crossroads Film and Discussion Series
Anote’s Ark
Tuesday, October 1st, 6PM
Portsmouth Public Library
175 Parrott Avenue, Portsmouth, NH 03801
Tickets are free for the public, but space is limited. Reserve your tickets today!
About Anote’s Ark
What happens when your nation is swallowed by the sea? With the harsh realities of climate change looming, the low-lying Pacific nation Kiribati must find a new solution for the survival of its people. With sweeping cinematography, Anote’s Ark interweaves two poignant stories. Anote Tong, endearing president of the island, races to find options-advocating in international climate negotiations and even investigating building underwater cities. At the same time, warm and sharp-witted Sermery, a young mother of six, tackles every struggle with humour. She must decide whether to leave the only culture she knows on the island and migrate to a new life in New Zealand. Anote’s Ark captures the next evolution in the shifting dynamics of climate change-one where borders, technology, and global treaties are urgent and can change daily life as we know it. This portrait of the Kiribati people exudes strength of character and grace as they confront the inevitable change they are facing head-on.

Webinar - Understanding Today’s Immigration Policy Landscape
2019-10-01 14:00 - 15:00 | NH, United States
A host of immigration rule and policy changes in recent years – and their confusing implementation status – have led to growing community concerns, fears, and uncertainties. Staying current in this rapidly changing immigration policy environment is an ongoing challenge for local leaders.

Please join Welcoming America for a comprehensive update on today’s federal immigration policy landscape, including what’s changed, what hasn’t, and what may be on the horizon.
Learn how local leaders can prepare in the year ahead and come with your questions on current policy and future risks.
SPEAKERS:
Randy Capps, Director of Research, U.S. Programs, Migration Policy Institute
Jessica Bolter, Associate Policy Analyst, Migration Policy Institute

Oct 1, 2019 02:00 PM in Eastern Time

Durham - Learning to Document Your Community's Experience
2019-10-03 16:00 - 17:30 | UNH – Durham, 83 Main Street, Durham, NH, United States

Concord - 2019 Bill of Rights Awards Dinner
2019-10-06 14:00 - 17:00 | ACLU of New Hampshire, 18 Low Ave, Concord, NH, 03301, United States
The American Civil Liberties Union of New Hampshire is pleased to invite you to our 2019 Bill of Rights Awards Dinner. Please join us for a memorable evening of celebration and inspiration as we come together to honor the work of individuals and organizations standing up for basic civil rights and liberties.
Invite your civil liberties-friendly family and friends to join us! All tickets include dinner.
Bill of Rights Honorees:
– Eva Castillo, Director of the NH Alliance for Immigrants and Refugees
– The NH Coalition to Abolish the Death Penalty
– Caroline Casey and Maggie Flaherty, Plaintiffs for Voting Rights Case
All proceeds support our legal program; the only one in New Hampshire devoted exclusively to defending citizens’ rights.

Nashua - Free Immigration Advice at Library
2019-10-09 09:30 - 11:30 | Nashua Public Library, 2 Court Street, Nashua, NH, 03060, United States
United States Citizenship and Immigration Services Open House
Wednesdays Oct. 9 and Dec. 4
9:30 AM – 11:30 AM
Nashua Public Library

Visit the Nashua Public Library between 9:30 AM and 11:30 AM on Wednesday Oct. 9 or Dec. 4 and meet with an officer from U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services to get your questions answered about applying to enter the country or to become a citizen.

Lebanon - Community Listening Session with Governor's Advisory Council on Diversity and Inclusion
2019-10-15 18:00 - 19:30 | River Valley Community College, 15 Hanover St., Lebanon, NH, 03766, United States
THE GOVERNOR’S ADVISORY COUNCIL ON
DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION
Community listening session
Tuesday, Oct. 15, 2019, 6:00 – 7:30 p.m.
River Valley Community College
15 Hanover St.
Lebanon, NH 03766
The Council will use this information to guide its work, including reports
and recommendations, over the coming months.

Hooksett - Communities of Color Coming Together In NH
2019-10-17 14:00 - 16:30 | Gustafson Center (SNHU Campus), 2500 North River Road, Hooksett, NH, 03106, United States
A fun-filled evening with networking activities, food, and guest speakers. All communities of color are welcome to attend to fellowship and network with other persons of color.

Thursday, October 17th, 2019
6 p.m. till 8:30 p.m
Gustafson Center
2500 North River Road, Hooksett, NH 03106
Parking will be available in parking lot adjacent to Gustafson Center.

Nashua - Diwali & Dandiya Festival
2019-10-19 13:00 - 23:00 | Nashua High School North, 8 Titan Way, Nashua, NH, 03063, United States

New London - Immigration 101
2019-10-20 14:00 - 16:00 | St. Andrew Episcopal Church, 52 Gould Rd, New London, NH, 03257, United States
The immigration crisis is a significant concern for all of us, regardless of your political preference. A common question for many people is: “Why don’t migrants enter the United States the right way? My grandparents came here through proper means.” Many people are unsure or unaware of what is involved in coming to this country and beginning the path to citizenship. How can we remedy this enormous immigration problem? One thing we can do is to learn true and accurate information about the issue and the applicable laws.

Eva Castillo – Director, NH Alliance for Immigrants and Refugees and Welcoming NH will present an informative program that will clarify some of the questions about the immigration and citizenship process. The program will include: Roots of migration; Ways people migrate to the US; US response to immigration; The role of the Immigration and Customs Enforcement & Border Patrol in NH; NH Immigration stories. Eva served as Police Commissioner in Manchester for six years and sits on the board or steering committees of several NH organizations and Government Councils.

Diversity & Cultural Competence Train the Trainer
2019-10-23 08:30 - 2019-10-29 16:30 | Manchester Health Department, 1528 Elm Street, Manchester, NH, 03101, United States
Dates: October 23, 24, 25, 28, 29
(Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, followed by Monday and Tuesday.)
Times: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM Each of 5 Days
Taught by: NH Health & Equity Partnership
Click HERE to register
Who is this course for?

Professionals who want:

to start or enhance cultural competency initiatives in their organizations
to include proven cultural competency training as part of their curriculum
to understand how to design and deliver a quality cultural competency program

New and experienced diversity and cultural competency trainers who want:

to enhance their facilitation skills for potentially difficult conversations
to participate in a statewide network of cultural competency trainers

Participants who completed the New Hampshire Health & Equity Partnership’s Diversity & Cultural Competence workshop (participation recommended, not required)

What you’ll get from taking this course

Receive a pre-packaged, effective, and time tested cultural competency curriculum to deliver right out of the box.
Share ideas for how to incorporate the curriculum into existing courses and/or meetings.
Develop strategies for delivering Cultural Competency training in your institution.
Learn strategies to evaluate your training program.
Have multiple opportunities to apply information during the training sessions.
Participate in engaging activities to deepen your understanding of the content.
Experience various training techniques: participative lectures, small groups, large group discussions, individual work, and skill practice.
Learn tips and tricks for handling

complex content
difficult participants
uncomfortable discussions
unexpected interactions

Receive an in-depth instructional cultural competency facilitator reference guide.

Course Description:
This course is a five-day training divided into two parts: three eight-hour days in one week, followed by two eight-hour days during a second week. This is 40 hours of high quality. You must attend all 40 hours to receive your certificate.
Cost: $1000 per participant

Payment must be received to reserve your spot
100% reimbursement if we are notified of cancellation at least 30 days prior to Day 1 of training
50% reimbursement if we are notified of cancellation at least seven days prior to Day 1 of training
No reimbursement for cancellation notice that is fewer than seven days

Important Info: By registering, you are confirming your commitment to attend all 40 hours of training offered through this program. . In addition you are confirming your commitment to (1)provide at least one training within 12 months of completing the initial 40-hour course maintaining curriculum fidelity, and (2)participate in a trainers’ circle (peer network) with others who have completed this course at a minimum of two times per year the first year; on-going participation is recommended. This is intended as a support to you as you incorporate knowledge from the workshop into curriculum and offer programs to staff. A Commitment Form will be sent to you with your registration confirmation asking for a signature from your supervisor to show their support for you to take the time for the training as well as their support for you to create change at your organization through using the knowledge, skills, and materials learned through the course.

Concord - State Police Community Empowerment Forum
2019-10-24 09:00 - 12:00 | NH Division of Motor Vehicles Auditorium, 23 Hazen Drive, Concord, NH, 03305, United States
Thursday, October 24, 2019 at the NH Division of Motor Vehicles Auditorium located at 23 Hazen Drive in Concord, NH.
This event will serve as a fantastic opportunity to listen to presentations from some great community leaders and to meet others from various governmental, non-profit and educational sectors.
View event flyer here: NHSP Community Empowerment Forum
View parking instructions here: Parking and Building Access instructions
Please RSVP to Ms. Amber Latuch: Amber.latuch@dos.nh.gov, the State Police Public Relations/Community Outreach Liaison

Bow - Forum on Immigration
2019-10-24 18:00 - 20:00 | Bow Baker Free Library, 509 South St, Bow, NH, 03304, United States
IMMIGRATION: HOW DID WE GET HERE? CAN WE DO BETTER??
A panel discussion on the history of U.S. foreign and immigration policies, the thread of nativism, and ideas for crafting a more humane immigration policy.
This the third forum in our Immigration Series. Please join the discussion and learn the about the US’s extensive involvement in the destabilization of Central America.
This forum is sponsored by Canterbury Citizens for Democracy, Kent Street Coalition, Loudon Dems and Independents, American Friends Service Committee and Wilton NH Peace Action.

Concord - Diwali Celebration
2019-10-26 17:30 - 19:30 | City Plaza, 124 N Main St, Concord, NH, 03301, United States
Join us to celebrate Deepawali, the Hindu Festival of Lights, at City Plaza in front of the NH State House. Diwali is the Hindu celebration of the “victory of light over darkness, good over evil, knowledge over ignorance, and hope over despair.”
Deepa= lights
Wali = rows
All are welcome to join our Hindu community in this celebration. Let’s rejoice together!!!
This event is presented in partnership with:
Himalaya Heritage Performing Arts Group
International Nepali Literary Society of NH
Concord Multicultural Festival
Kathmandu Bazaar
CHS Be the Change Club
AS Insurance Agency
Radha Thapa, New York Life
ABOUT DIWALI:
Diwali – or Deepavali – a Hindu festival of lights, is celebrated every year in autumn in the northern hemisphere (spring in southern hemisphere). One of the most popular festivals of Hinduism, its spiritually signifies the victory of light over darkness, good over evil, knowledge over ignorance, and hope over despair. The festival preparation and rituals typically extend over a five-day period, but the main festival night of Deepavali coincides with the darkest, new moon night of the Hindu Lunar calendar. On Deepavali night, fireworks light up the neighborhood skies. Later, family members and friends are invited to celebrate the night over food and sweets.

Epsom - Human Library
2019-10-27 13:00 - 15:30 | Epsom Public Library,, 1606 Dover Rd, Epsom, NH, 03234, United States
The Human Library is designed to facilitate dialogue between individuals from different cultures, backgrounds, and experiences — challenging perceptions by putting faces, names, and stories to stereotypes. Join the conversation!
Epsom Public Library, 1606 Dover Rd.
RSVP to kgillis@live.com
Human Library flyer

Hanover - Immigration 101
2019-10-29 18:00 - 20:00 | Dartmouth College, Hanover, NH, 03755, United States

Nashua - Immigration 101
2019-10-29 19:00 - 20:30 | First Church Nashua, 1 Concord St, Nashua, NH, 03064, United States
IMMIGRATION 101
Tuesday, October 29, 2019
7 – 8:30 P.M.
First Church, Nashua
1 Concord Street
Nashua, New Hampshire
The Pathway To Citizenship Is Not Easy
The First Church is hosting a program sponsored by The NH Alliance of Immigrants and Refugees and the Granite State Organizing Project on the topic of immigration policy, the history of immigration in the U.S. and our current situation.
Topics include:

Current history of immigration in New Hampshire and the United States
The role of the Immigration and Customs Enforcement & Border Patrol in NH
The stories of those affected here in New Hampshire
How to stay informed and active regarding immigration issues
Answers to questions you have about immigration policies

We seek to increase our knowledge and awareness so that we can informed citizens engaged in making our communities stronger, healthier and safer.
Primary Presenter Eva Castillo:
A native of Caracas, Venezuela, Eva Castillo has a long history of working with and advocating for immigrants. In 1984, Eva moved to New Hampshire, where she worked first at the NE Farm Workers Council, and later as at the Latin American Center in Manchester. She joined MIRA in 2007 as Director of the “NH Alliance for Immigrants and Refugees.” Eva’s tireless work to support immigrants with workers’ rights education, medical and legal interpreting and immigrant rights advocacy has granted her the community. Eva served as Police Commissioner in Manchester for six years and sits on the board or steering committees of several NH organizations and Government Councils.
Eva will be joined by staff from the Granite State Organizing Project (GSOP), the convener of the NH Immigrant Solidarity Network, who will share information about ways to get involved. The NH Immigrant Solidarity Network includes more than 50 faith communities from all across the state who are joined together to support immigrant families.
For more information please contact GSOP at 603-668-8250
