Welcoming New Hampshire

Laconia Multicultural Festival
2023-09-09 10:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | 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, 2023-07-08 09:30 - 10:30, 2023-06-24 09:30 - 10:30, 2023-06-10 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

Independence Day
2023-07-04 | NH, United States
Independence Day is annually celebrated on July 4 and is often known as “the Fourth of July.” It is the anniversary of the publication of the declaration of independence from Great Britain in 1776. Often celebrated with fireworks, parades and barbecues.

Eid ul Adha
2023-06-28 - 2023-06-30 | NH, United States
Eid ul Adha 2023 or Bakra Eid 2023 is expected to be celebrated on Wednesday, 28th of June 2023. This is the tentative date as the actual date is contingent on the sighting of the moon of Dhul Hijjah, 1444, the 12th and last month of the Islamic Calendar.

World Refugee Day
2023-06-20 17:00 - 18:00 | Airport Road, Keene, Airport Road, Keene, NH, United States
Join Badger, Project Home, and the Monadnock Mindfulness Center for a special community event honoring World Refugee Day on Tuesday, June 20th in Keene.
The United Nations designated World Refugee Day to celebrate the strength and courage of people forced to flee their home country to escape conflict or persecution. Each year, communities unite to build empathy and understanding for refugees’ plight and recognize their resilience in rebuilding their lives.
When: Tuesday, June 20 at 5:00 pm ET (rain or shine)
Where: Mt. Monadnock Labyrinth & Peace Pole, Airport Road
What: Community celebration of World Refugee Day
Who: Special address by Alejandro Herrera, Project Home founding member
FREE community event. All ages are welcome!
As part of the ceremony, participants will be invited to walk the stone sculpture at the Mt. Monadnock Labyrinth to reflect on and deepen their internal experience, compassion, and recognition of the ongoing struggles and challenges refugees face.

World Refugee Day
2023-06-20 | NH, United States
On June 20, the world commemorates the strength, courage and resilience of millions of refugees.
For more information, visit: https://www.un.org/en/observances/refugee-day or https://www.unhcr.org/en-us/world-refugee-day.html

Juneteenth
2023-06-19 | NH, United States
Juneteenth, now a US federal holiday, is the oldest nationally celebrated commemoration of the ending of slavery in the United States. Learn more!
Visit the Black Heritage Trail of NH to find celebration events happening in NH!

Juneteenth
2023-06-19 | NH, United States
Juneteenth, also known as Emancipation Day or Freedom Day, holds a profound historical significance in the United States. It commemorates the emancipation of enslaved African Americans in Texas on June 19, 1865, marking the end of one of the darkest chapters in American history.
The origins of Juneteenth can be traced back to the American Civil War, which erupted in 1861 over the divisive issue of slavery. As the war progressed, Union forces advanced, gradually liberating enslaved individuals throughout the Southern states. However, the implementation of the Emancipation Proclamation issued by President Abraham Lincoln in 1862 was slow in Texas due to its geographical isolation and the resistance of slaveholders.
It was not until Union General Gordon Granger arrived in Galveston, Texas, on June 19, 1865, that the enslaved people in the state were informed of their freedom, two and a half years after the Emancipation Proclamation. This sparked jubilant celebrations among the newly freed individuals and laid the foundation for an annual observance that came to be known as Juneteenth.
Juneteenth is more than a historical event; it holds immense significance in contemporary society. It serves as a powerful reminder of the enduring struggle for freedom and equality, highlighting the resilience and perseverance of African Americans throughout history.
First and foremost, Juneteenth is a celebration of freedom. It honors the legacy of those who fought tirelessly for emancipation and recognizes the indomitable spirit of African Americans in the face of oppression. Moreover, Juneteenth serves as a time for reflection, acknowledging the ongoing fight against systemic racism and discrimination that persists today.
This commemorative day also serves as a unifying force. Juneteenth brings communities together, fostering a sense of belonging and collective remembrance. It encourages dialogue about the history of slavery and its lasting effects, promoting a greater understanding of racial injustice. By acknowledging the past, Juneteenth prompts critical conversations about the present and inspires action towards a more equitable future.
Juneteenth provides a platform for education and cultural enrichment. Through various activities, such as parades, concerts, and art exhibits, it showcases African American heritage, art, and culture. This celebration helps to reclaim and amplify voices that have long been marginalized, offering an opportunity to appreciate the contributions and resilience of the African American community.
Moreover, Juneteenth has gained increased recognition and prominence in recent years. In 2021, it was officially declared a federal holiday in the United States, signifying an important step towards acknowledging and honoring the history and contributions of African Americans. This recognition elevates Juneteenth to a national platform, encouraging broader participation and fostering a deeper understanding of its historical context.
Juneteenth stands as a momentous occasion that symbolizes the triumph of freedom over oppression. Its historical origins and contemporary significance highlight the ongoing struggle for racial justice and equality. By embracing Juneteenth, we honor the past, educate the present, and pave the way for a more inclusive future.

Postponed -- Construction Industry, Safety and Health Training
2023-06-17 09:00 - 16:00 | The Plumbers and Steamfitters Hall 161 Londonderry Turnpike Hooksett, NH 03106, 161 Londonderry Turnpike, Hooksett, NH, 03106, United States
Sorry this event has been postponed until this fall,
For further information contact
Brian Mitchell
Director NHCOSH
Phone: 603-232-4406
603-493-1173
Email: nhcosh@nhcosh.org
This two-day health and safety course, taught in
Spanish, is intended for entry level workers in the
construction industry, personnel in public works,
public/private sector facilities and maintenance. It
emphasizes hazard identification, avoidance, control and
prevention. Training is based on various topics in OSHA’s 1926
Construction Industry Standard. Course requirements are set by
OSHA’s Directorate of Training and Education (DTE). CEU=1
TNEC tailors the mix of topics presented to the needs of the
course participants. TNEC trainers utilize the Small Group Activity
Method of training to help class participants better understand
and retain the content of the training.
This 10-hour course consists of:
● 6h of Mandatory Topics (Intro to OSHA, Focus Four (falls,
struck-by, caught-in/between, electrical), personal
protective and lifesaving equipment, and health hazards in
construction
● 2h of Elective Topics (such as stairways/ ladders,
hand/power tools, excavation, scaffolding, materials
handling, etc.)
● 2h of Optional Topics (other construction hazards/policies
or expanding on mandatory or elective topics).
To Register for the OSHA 10
upcoming classes on Saturday,
June 10th and June 17th, contact:
Brian Mitchell
Director NHCOSH
Phone: 603-232-4406
603-493-1173
Email: nhcosh@nhcosh.org
Website: nhcosh.org
Address:
The Plumbers and
Steamfitters Hall
161 Londonderry Turnpike
Hooksett, NH 03106
This training is supported by TNEC and by
the National Institute of Environmental
Health Sciences of the National Institutes of
Health under Award Number
U45ES006172.
Entrenamiento de Salud y Seguridad
OSHA 10
¡GRATUITO e IMPARTIDO en ESPAÑOL!
Este curso de salud y seguridad de dos días, impartido en
español, está dirigido a trabajadores del sector público y
privado, trabajadores principiantes en construcción,
limpieza, restauración, mantenimiento de instalaciones y
personal de la industria en general.
Hace hincapié en la identificación, evitación, control y
prevención. La formación se basa en diversos temas de la
norma de OSHA 1926. Los requisitos del curso los
establece la Dirección de Formación y Educación (DTE) de
OSHA. CEU=1
TNEC adapta la mezcla de temas presentados a las
necesidades de los participantes. Los capacitadores de
TNEC utilizan el método de Actividades en Grupos
Pequeños para ayudar a los participantes a comprender y
retener mejor el contenido de la formación.
Este curso de 10 horas consta de:
● 6h de Temas Obligatorios (Introducción a OSHA,
,Caminar y Trabajar en Superficies, Rutas de Salida, Plan
de Acción de Emergencia, Prevención de Incendios y Plan
de Protección contra Incendios, Eléctrico, Equipo de
protección personal y Comunicación de Peligros).
● 2h de Temas Electivos (como ergonomía, prevención de
caídas, herramientas manuales / eléctricas, manipulación
de materiales, Programas de Salud y Seguridad, entre
otros).
● 2h de Temas Optativos (tales como otros peligros/
Patógenos o ampliación de temas obligatorios u optativos).
Para Registrarse para las clases de
OSHA 10 los dias Sabado, 10 y 17
de Junio contacte a:
Brian Mitchell
Director NHCOSH
Tel: 603-232-4406
603-493-1173
Email: nhcosh@nhcosh.org
Sitio Web: nhcosh.org
Dirección:
The Plumbers and
Steamfitters Hall
161 Londonderry Turnpike
Hooksett, NH 03106OSHA 10-Hour-Construction-NHCOSH4 last

Black Heritage Trail of NH Junteenth Music Festival
2023-06-16 - 2023-06-19 | Portsmouth NH, Portsmouth, NH, United States
Three day music and education festival featuring Reggae, Gospel, Spiritual, and Jazz music and education.
Read more on Chamber Collaborative of Greater Portsmouth

Digital Equity Planning in NH with the National Collaborative for Digital Equity.
2023-06-14 09:00 - 11:00 | Via Zoom, NH, United States
There are efforts in motion to improve Digital Equality in New Hampshire and we need to be sure the right people are at the table! Join us to learn about the grants and how we can affect the work to make sure it is what it needs to be in NH. Join us to learn about what is happening and what will happen in NH and how to influence the outcome.
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 14, 2023 AT 9 AM – 11 AM, VIA ZOOM
The National Collaborative for Digital Equity’s (NCDE) aim is to support sustained efforts to eliminate the digital divide as a barrier to economic and educational opportunity. As a federally tax-exempt nonprofit, NCDE provides free dissemination and policy education as well as comprehensive, fee-based consulting services, in support of digital equity for economic and educational inclusion.
Their commitment is to “field building” — generating a sustained national infrastructure to support evidence-based practices in eliminating the digital divide as the crushing barrier it presents to the nation’s low- and moderate-income earners and communities.
The Department of Commerce’s use of Bipartisan Infrastructure Deal Funding to help Close the digital divide specifically, $2.75 billion to fund Digital Equity. We know that digital exclusion carries a high societal and economic cost; reduces economic opportunity, educational achievement, positive health outcomes, social inclusion, and civic engagement; and exacerbates existing wealth and income gaps. The Digital Equity Act, which was included as a part of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Deal provides NTIA with funding for three grant programs to promote digital inclusion and equity for communities that lack the skills, technologies and support needed to take advantage of broadband connections. NTIA will provide states with digital equity planning grants. NTIA will also implement a formula-based state grant program and a competitive grant program with funds available to accelerate the adoption of broadband through digital literacy training, workforce development, devices access programs, and other digital inclusion measures.
Questions: WelcomingNH@miracoalition.org
Register here: https://bit.ly/DigitalEquityPlanning
