Welcoming New Hampshire

New England BIPOC Fest
2023-09-24 12:00 - 18:00 (America/New_York) | Vida Cantina, 2456 Lafayette Road, Portsmouth, NH, 03801, United States
Join us for a celebration of food, art, culture, and community.
WHERE: Vida Cantina, Rte. 1, Portsmouth; parking lot.
WHEN: September 24th 2022 12pm- 6pm
PRICE: Free admission, donations welcome.
As long as black and brown people are marginalized, ignored, regarded as second class citizens, or blocked from the same rights and privileges enjoyed by white folks, our democracy cannot succeed.
By bringing our community together under one sky we hope to initiate and perpetuate conversation about the important threads of equity and social justice that hold us all together. Through celebration and joy, BIPOC fest unites a wide array of community members to enjoy some of the foods, art & music that highlight the rich and diverse histories that make up this seacoast. Learn more by clicking here.
Sincerely,
The BIPOC Fest Planning Committee
David Vargas, Jo Kelley, Marie Collins, Evan Mallett

Concord Multicultural Festival
2023-09-24 | New Hampshire State House, 107 N Main St, Concord, NH, 03303, United States
Concord Multicultural Festival
MISSION
Our mission is to foster an appreciation for diversity by providing engaging opportunities to share and learn about the many different cultures of the Capital Region, creating a Welcoming Community for all.
ABOUT
The Concord Multicultural Festival is an annual event in September to celebrate the beauty of diversity in the Capital Region, featuring foods, performances, art, activities, and parade of flags, all presented by our local community members.
TEAM
The Concord Multicultural Festival is organized by a diverse and dedicated group of individuals, businesses, and organizations – a true Community Event! We are always looking for new committee members – JOIN US!

Keene International Festival 2023
2023-09-23 11:00 - 15:00 | Keene Recreation Center, 312 Washington Street, Keene, NH, 03431, United States
About the eventKeene International Festival 2023
Join us for the 5th Keene International Festival and enjoy delicious food, fun games and craft activities. Watch live International performances in the morning and in the afternoon and shop beautiful art from all over the world.
Family friendly event. Starts at 11:00 am – 3:00pm.

NH Educators’ Forum on Digital Access, Skill & Pedagogy
2023-09-21 10:00 - 12:00 | Via Zoom, NH, United States
“NH Educators’ Forum on Digital Access, Skill & Pedagogy: How Best to Deploy Federal Funding to NH for Digital Equity”

In this two-hour interactive brainstorming session via Zoom, NH educational leaders at all levels — K12, afterschool, adult education, community college, and four-year degree-granting — will share their priorities for how up to $20 million in federal funds to NH for digital equity over the next four years, starting in 2024, should best be deployed to ensure digital access, skill and pedagogy for all learners and their educators. Register Here

Regional Listening and Action Planning Sessions to Shape NH’s Digital Equity Plan
2023-09-20 13:30 - 16:30 | Durham Public Library, Durham Public Library 49 Madbury Road, Durham, NH, 03824, United States
Durham Public Library
49 Madbury Road, Durham, NH 03824
Please attend in-person one of four informal listening/planning sessions around the state, our aim is to learn of participants’ most pressing digital divide needs.
These are meant especially for those who prefer brainstorming in-person or who are unable to share their digital-divide insights and concerns via online methods. Folks can register (free!) in person or online via the links on the www.NHdigitalequity.org website. Coffee and other essential refreshments will be provided.
The success of New Hampshire’s planning effort – i.e., unleashing up to $5 million/year to implement NH’s plan starting in 2024 depends on sufficient representation of those who are often most underserved and overlooked. We hope you and those you serve will join us in helping to shape NH’s Digital Future.
Among those we hope can join us:

Library patrons
Recipients of public benefits and those who serve them
Veterans
Persons of color
Those who live in and provide services in our rural communities
Seniors
Immigrants and refugees
Those receiving public benefits and those on pathways leading to living-wage employment
Those with disabilities
Those who have been incarcerated
English Learners…

Vinayaka Chaturthi
2023-09-19 - 2023-09-23 | Rivier University, 420 South Main Street, Nashua,, NH, 03060, United States
Vinayaka Chaturthi, in Hinduism, 10-day festival marking the birth of the elephant-headed deity Ganesha, the god of prosperity and wisdom. It begins on the fourth day (chaturthi) of the month of Bhadrapada (August–September), the sixth month of the Hindu calendar.

Rabi ul Awal
2023-09-16 | NH, United States
Rabi ul Awal 2023
The month of Rabi ul Awal 2023 is expected to start on Saturday, September 16th, 2023 or Sunday, September 17th, 2023, and 12th Rabi ul Awal 2023 or Eid Milad un Nabi 2023 will tentatively be observed on 27th or 28th of September, 2023. However, the exact date of Rabi ul Awal 2023 depends on your location and sighting of the Moon of Rabi ul Awal 1445.

“NH Forum on Workforce Development and Digital Equity”
2023-09-15 10:00 - 12:00 | Via Zoom, NH, United States
“NH Forum on Workforce Development and Digital Equity”

In this interactive brainstorming session via Zoom, in collaboration with NH Works and other partners.

NH workforce development leaders will explore how we can best remove digital divide barriers for those in workforce development programs and increase their essential digital skills.

The Digital Equity Grant from the Federal Infrastructure Budget will be up to $5 million/year to NH for four years starting in 2024

Register Here

Regional Listening and Action Planning Sessions to Shape NH’s Digital Equity Plan
2023-09-13 09:00 - 11:30 | Bethlehem Public Library, 2245 Main St., Bethlehem, NH, 03574, United States
Bethlehem Public Library
2245 Main Street Bethlehem, NH 03574
Please attend in-person one of four informal listening/planning sessions around the state, our aim is to learn of participants’ most pressing digital divide needs.
These are meant especially for those who prefer brainstorming in-person or who are unable to share their digital-divide insights and concerns via online methods. Folks can register (free!) in person or online via the links on the www.NHdigitalequity.org website. Coffee and other essential refreshments will be provided.
The success of New Hampshire’s planning effort – i.e., unleashing up to $5 million/year to implement NH’s plan starting in 2024 depends on sufficient representation of those who are often most underserved and overlooked. We hope you and those you serve will join us in helping to shape NH’s Digital Future.
Among those we hope can join us:

Library patrons
Recipients of public benefits and those who serve them
Veterans
Persons of color
Those who live in and provide services in our rural communities
Seniors
Immigrants and refugees
Those receiving public benefits and those on pathways leading to living-wage employment
Those with disabilities
Those who have been incarcerated
English Learners…

Patriot Day and National Day of Service and Remembrance
2023-09-11 | NH, United States
In the United States, Patriot Day occurs on September 11 of each year in memory of the people killed in the September 11 attacks of the year 2001.
On this day Americans across the country are called to volunteer in their local communities in tribute to the individuals lost and injured in the attacks, first responders, and the many who have risen in service to defend freedom.
For more information, visit:
https://www.history.com/topics/21st-century/9-11-attacks
https://www.911day.org/
https://www.nationalservice.gov/serve/september-11th-national-day-service-and-remembrance

FAMILY FUN DAY & HEALTH FAIR
2023-09-10 11:00 - 15:00 | Milford Medical Center!, 444 Nashua Street, Milford, NH, United States
MMC Health Fair Flyer (1)
Join us on Sunday, September 9th for a Family Fun Day & Health Fair at our very
own Milford Medical Center! This event will consist of
games, raffles, health education, food trucks, face
painting, and so much more!
Sunday, Sept. 10th
444 Nashua Street, Milford, NH
This FREE event is open to everyone
and anyone – so bring your families
and get ready for a day of fun!
For questions on this event, please contact:
Kim McGrath-Chase, Clinical Nurse Manager,
at kmcgrathchase@covh.org
Shannon March, Marketing Specialist,
at smarch@sjhnh.org

Nashua Multicultural festival
2023-09-10 | Nashua Public Library, 2 Court Street, Nashua, NH, 03060, United States

Laconia Multicultural Festival
2023-09-09 10:00 - 15:00 | Downtown Laconia, Laconia, NH, United States
Laconia Multicultural Festival Celebrating Diversity since 2001

Laconia Multicultural Festival is a signature event in the Downtown. We celebrate the rich cultural diversity of Laconia and the Lakes Region: from our earliest days to recently arrived New Americans. The festival highlights the music, arts, crafts and cuisine in honor of this growing diversity. Authentic artists from cultures represented in our community perform in Rotary Park. In the last thirty years in particular, immigrants and political refugees/New Americans arrived from almost every country in the world. (See list below) They are our friends and neighbors, adding richness to our community.

Laconia Human Relations Committee
The Festival was conceived and is supported by the the Laconia Human Relations Committee. The Laconia Human Relations Committee, a Mayor’s Committee, was created in 2000 by then Mayor Matthew Lahey and Police Chief Bill Baker. David Stamps is current LHRC Chair. The LHRC works to cultivate a welcoming community for all. We educate ourselves, our children and the community at-large about, as well as respond to, prejudice that undermines the dignity of any person. Members have been instrumental in welcoming political refugees over the years and helping in the resettlement process. The Laconia Multicultural Festival is a committee of the LHRC. Mayor Andrew Hosmer and the LHRC committee welcome new members from the Laconia area. For information call Laconia City Hall (603.527.1270) or visit Laconia’s website.

Festival Committee
The Laconia Multicultural Committee would like to say THANKS to all of our sponsors and contributors, our vendors & social service agencies, all the entertainers & performers, and all of YOU who have continued to support this great event by attending each year. We are always looking for new members to join the organizing committee and volunteers to help on Festival day. If you are interested, please contact us via Facebook or our website. Personally, I would like to thank all the committee members for their selfless dedication, passion and commitment to the Laconia Multicultural Festival. Many of these people have served on this board for countless years. Becky Guyer, Festival Chair
Members of the Festival Committee

Len Campbell
Carrie Chandler
Debbie Frawley Drake
Larry Frates
Trish Weatherbee
Rev. Judith Wright
Carol Pierce
Matt Souza
Janet Simmon
David Stamps
Kay Anderson,

List of Immigrants and Refugees in Laconia.

Albania
Argentina
Bhutan
Bosnia
Brazil
Burundi
Cambodia
China
Colombia
Croatia
Cuba
Dominican Republic
Ecuador
Egypt
El Salvador
Ethiopia
Guatemala
India
Iraq
Israel
Japan
Kenya
Laos
Lithuania
Malaysia
Mexico
Myanmar
Morocco
Pakistan
Palestine
Peru
Philippine
Puerto Rico
Russia
Rwanda
Sierra Leone
Somalia
South Africa
Sudan
Thailand
Turkey

Location of the Laconia Multicultural Festival
The Festival takes place in Downtown Laconia in the City Hall parking areas, Rotary Park, the Belknap Mill, the Mall in front of the Soda Shoppe and the Healthlink parking lot.

Regional Listening and Action Planning Sessions to Shape NH’s Digital Equity Plan
2023-09-08 13:30 - 16:00 | Keene Public Library, 3 Washington Street, Keene, NH, 03431, United States
Keene Public Library
3 Washington Street
Keene, NH 03431

Please attend in-person one of four informal listening/planning sessions around the state, our aim is to learn of participants’ most pressing digital divide needs.
These are meant especially for those who prefer brainstorming in-person or who are unable to share their digital-divide insights and concerns via online methods. Folks can register (free!) in person or online via the links on the www.NHdigitalequity.org website. Coffee and other essential refreshments will be provided.
The success of New Hampshire’s planning effort – i.e., unleashing up to $5 million/year to implement NH’s plan starting in 2024 depends on sufficient representation of those who are often most underserved and overlooked. We hope you and those you serve will join us in helping to shape NH’s Digital Future.
Among those we hope can join us:

Library patrons
Recipients of public benefits and those who serve them
Veterans
Persons of color
Those who live in and provide services in our rural communities
Seniors
Immigrants and refugees
Those receiving public benefits and those on pathways leading to living-wage employment
Those with disabilities
Those who have been incarcerated
English Learners…

Regional Listening and Action Planning Sessions to Shape NH’s Digital Equity Plan
2023-09-06 13:30 - 16:00 | Baker Free Library, 509 South Street, Bow, NH, 03304, United States
Baker Free Library
509 South Street
Bow, NH 03304 United States
Please attend in-person one of four informal listening/planning sessions around the state, our aim is to learn of participants’ most pressing digital divide needs.
These are meant especially for those who prefer brainstorming in-person or who are unable to share their digital-divide insights and concerns via online methods. Folks can register (free!) in person or online via the links on the www.NHdigitalequity.org website. Coffee and other essential refreshments will be provided.
The success of New Hampshire’s planning effort – i.e., unleashing up to $5 million/year to implement NH’s plan starting in 2024 depends on sufficient representation of those who are often most underserved and overlooked. We hope you and those you serve will join us in helping to shape NH’s Digital Future.
Among those we hope can join us:

Library patrons
Recipients of public benefits and those who serve them
Veterans
Persons of color
Those who live in and provide services in our rural communities
Seniors
Immigrants and refugees
Those receiving public benefits and those on pathways leading to living-wage employment
Those with disabilities
Those who have been incarcerated
English Learners…

English Conversation Group
2023-08-26 09:30 - 10:30, 2023-08-12 09:30 - 10:30, 2023-07-22 09:30 - 10:30 | Nashua Public Library, 2 Court Street, Nashua, NH, 03060, United States
Practice speaking English in a safe, supportive, and fun environment! Coffee and light snacks are provided.
All levels are welcome, but please note, this is not an English class.

Aequora Latin Camp
2023-08-24 16:00 - 17:30, 2023-08-22 16:00 - 17:30, 2023-08-17 16:00 - 17:30, 2023-08-15 16:00 - 17:30 | Arlington Street Community Center, 36 Arlington St, Nashua, NH, United States
Join us for a free fun summer camp where your kids can learn about the Latin language and its history! From skits and lessons to captivating crafts and games, your child will embark on an unforgettable journey of discovery, friendship, and fun!
Ages 9 – 12 are welcome to attend at the ASCC on Aug 15, 17, 22, and 24 from 4 to 5:30! Register at asccnashua.com!

Manchester School Board meeting for African History Class
2023-08-22 18:00 - 20:00 | Manchester City Hall, 1 City Hall Plaza, Manchester, NH, 03101, United States
Young Organizers United (YOU) is asking us to support their drive to get an African American History class added to the Manchester High School Curriculum. Please join the members of YOU next Tuesday, August 22nd at 6 pm at City Hall for a meeting of the Teaching and Learning Committee of the Manchester School Board.
YOU leaders had been promised this class would be offered at one High School this fall, but now the School Board seems to be backing away from this promise. Please come and show your support for the teaching of accurate and inclusive history!!
All are welcome to come and testify during public comment at 6 pm or simply come and listen and support our young leaders from YOU.

We Are One Festival, Manchester NH
2023-08-19 11:00 - 18:00 | Veteran’s Memorial Park, 723 Elm St, Manchester, NH, 03101, United States
The Annual We Are One (WAO) Festival in Manchester, New Hampshire will be held on
Saturday, August 19th, 2023 in Veterans Memorial Park from 11:00 am to 6:00 pm.
We Are One (WAO) Music/Culture Festival brings together the oldest Latino & Africancentered
cultural festivals in New Hampshire into one event. Latinos Unidos established
the Latino Festival in 2000 and Ujima Collective founded the African/Caribbean
Celebration in 2001 to address issues of social isolation and cultural alienation. We
combine our efforts to celebrate our unique ancestry, common cultural heritage, and our
shared interests because we are “Better Together.”

Parkfest
2023-08-13 10:30 - 14:30 | Greeley Park, 100 Concord St, Nashua, NH, 03064, United States

Housing Equity in New Hampshire.
2023-08-11 09:00 - 10:30 | Via Zoom, NH, United States
Featuring Representatives from:
Stay Work Play NH
New Hampshire
Legal Assistance
Fair Housing Project
Housing Action NH
Zoom Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88546140009?pwd=[REDACTED]
Meeting ID: 885 4614 0009
Passcode: [REDACTED]
Dial-in Number: +1-301-715-8592

Multicultural Drum Circle Night
2023-08-04 17:30 - 19:00 | Arlington Street Community Center, 36 Arlington St, Nashua, NH, United States
The Drumming Circle is making its long-awaited return to the ASCC! Join us for a fun free night of musical magic on August 4 from 5:30pm to 7pm at the center!

Ashura
2023-07-28 | NH, United States
Ashura 2023
Day of Ashura or 10 Muharram 2023 is expected to take place on the 28th or 29th of July 2023 (10th Muharram accordingly). However, the exact date of Ashura 2023 depends on your location and sighting of the Moon of Muharram 1445.

Muharram
2023-07-19 | NH, United States
Muharram 2023

Muharram 2023 will mark the start of the New Islamic Year 1445 Hijri. The expected Gregorian Date of 1st Muharram 2023 is Wednesday, July 19th, or Thursday, July 20th, 2023 depending on your location and sighting of the Moon of Muharram 1445.

Voting for New Americans in NH with David Scanlon, Welcome NH July Table Meeting
2023-07-13 09:00 - 11:00 | Via Zoom, NH, United States
Email WelcomingNH@miracoalition.org
