Agenda: September 2015

Glenn Rielly, 13, of Hartford, adjusts his headset before going up in a plane at Lebanon Municipal Airport  Wings and Wheels event in West Lebanon, N.H., on Sept. 27, 2014. The Experimental Aircraft Association Young Eagles Program gave free rides to about 100 kids during the day.  Valley News - Jennifer Hauck - Jennifer Hauck | Valley News
Glenn Rielly, 13, of Hartford, adjusts his headset before going up in a plane at Lebanon Municipal Airport Wings and Wheels event in West Lebanon, N.H., on Sept. 27, 2014. The Experimental Aircraft Association Young Eagles Program gave free rides to about 100 kids during the day. Valley News - Jennifer Hauck

Sept. 2

College for America Information Center

When: 7:45-9 a.m.

Where: 100 Campus Center Drive, Portsmouth, N.H.

Details: Information on the Southern New Hampshire University program that offers competency-based and project-based programs. The event is free and preregistration is required. Contact 603-225-1947 or visit http://www.nhnonprofits.org to register.

Sept. 3

Building Leaders in the Construction Industry

When: 8:30-10 a.m.

Where: 72 Helena Drive, Williston, Vt.

Details: Leadership class topics include productivity, customer service and employee retention. To register for the free event, visit http://www.abcnhvt.org or call 603-226-4789.

Sept. 5

Farm Tour Saturday

When: Two tour groups begin at 9 and 10 a.m. and continue through the day.

Where: Four area farms: Brookfield Bees, Ayers Brook Goat Dairy Farm, Earthwise Farm and Forest, Silloway Farm.

Details: Visit regional family-operated farms. A White River Valley Chamber of Commerce event. Cost is $12 for adults, $8 children, $40 for family pass. Advance registration required. Contact emma@whiterivervalleychamber.com, call 802-728-9027, or visit whiterivervalleychamber.com.

sept. 9

Mortgage Bankers and Brokers Association of New Hampshire Networking Night

When: 5:30-7:30 p.m.

Where: Paddy’s American Grille, 27 International Drive, Portsmouth, N.H.

Details: Meet real estate and mortgage professionals to discuss industry news and network. RSVP to steven.thayer@pmac.com or nkeener@embracehomeloans.com.

TechWomen Power Breakfast

When: 7:30-9 a.m.

Where: Manchester Country Club, 180 South River Road, Bedford, N.H.

Details: The New Hampshire High Tech Council event aims to provide women with networking and development opportunities. Cost is $15. Visit nhhtc.org to register or call 603-935-8951 for more information.

Sept. 10

Upper Valley SCORE Chapter Fall Workshops

When: 6-9 p.m.

Where: Suite 316, 20 West Park St., Lebanon.

Details: Fall workshop series begins with “Start Your Own Business.” Workshops also will be held on Sept. 17 (“Quickbooks”) and Sept. 24 (“Managing for Success”). Cost is $30 per workshop; $45 for two to attend; veterans free. To register, visit http://www.uppervalley.score.org, email score@valley.net or call 603-448-3491.

Sept. 12

Vermont Tree Farmer of the Year Tour

When: 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Where: Clover Hill Tree Farm, South Strafford .

Details: Panelists, speakers discuss topics including wild apple trees, road maintenance, forest stand improvement work and forest structure. The event, held at award recipient Dave Paganelli’s farm, is sponsored by the Vermont Woodlands Association and costs $10 or $20 to attend. Register by Sept. 7 at http://www.vermonttreefarm.org. Call 802-747-7900 for more information.

Sept. 15

Vermont Workers’ Compensation 100th Anniversary Celebration

When: 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Where: Capitol Plaza Hotel and Conference Center, 100 State St., Montpelier.

Details: Panel discussions and speakers on the theme “Learning from the Past, Planning for the Future.” Cost is $50; registration required by Sept. 10. Email info@aivt.org.

Modern Wood Pellet Heating Forum

When: 6-8:30 p.m.

Where: Montshire Museum of Science, 1 Montshire Road, Norwich.

Details: Six panelists discuss efficiency, pellet processing, economic benefits and other topics. Event is free and includes light refreshments. Call 802-785-4126 or email serg@serg-info.org.

Sept. 16

Vermont Business for Social Responsibility Terry Ehrich Award Ceremony and Dinner

When: 6 p.m.

Where: Home of Ben Cohen, co-founder of Ben & Jerry’s, 394 Willow Brook Lane, Williston, Vt.

Details: SunCommon co-founder and co-president Duane Peterson will receive the award at dinner made with locally sourced products. Cost is $60 or $85. Register online at http://www.vbsr.org or call 802-862-8347.

New Hampshire Realtors Conference

When: Various times, Sept. 16-18.

Where: Radisson Hotel Manchester Downtown, 700 Elm St., Manchester .

Details: Annual conference includes speakers, panels, and core courses. Costs vary. Visit http://www.nhar.org to register; email amber@nhar.com or call 603-225-5549 for more information.

sept. 18

Nonprofit Leadership Summit

When: 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

Where: Grappone Conference Center, 70 Constitution Way, Concord.

Details: Keynote speaker Kim Klein, consultant at Klein & Roth Consulting, will discuss “Less is the New More,” and keynote speaker Steve Zimmerman, principal of Spectrum Nonprofit Services, will discuss “The Capacity to Endure,” during annual event. Tickets $175 or $250. For more information or to register, visit http://www.nhnonprofits.org or call 603-225-1947.

sept. 19

Women’s Economic Opportunity Conference

When: 8 a.m. to 3:45 p.m.

Where: Vermont Technical College, 124 Admin Drive, Randolph Center.

Details: Annual conference presented by U.S. Sen. Patrick Leahy, D-Vt., will include workshops, panel discussions and lunch. Keynote speaker is Jane Lindholm, host of Vermont Public Radio’s Vermont Edition. Event is free; preregistration required by Sept. 13 at leahy.senate.gov or by calling 802-728-9101.

sept. 23

New Hampshire and the Clean Power Plan: Doing Business in the Granite State

When: Noon to 2:30 p.m.

Where: Eversource Energy Park, 780 Commercial St., Manchester.

Details: Discussion hosted by New Hampshire Businesses for Social Responsibility about the Environmental Protection Agency plan. Register at http://www.nhbsr.org or call 603-674-9810 for more information.

sept. 24

Manufactured in Vermont Conference: Supply Chain Conference and Trade Show

When: 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Where: Champlain Valley Exposition Center, Expo South Facility, 105 Pearl St., Essex Junction, Vt.

Details: Exhibits, speakers and presentations on manufacturing industries in Vermont. Free. Register at http://www.manufacturedinvt.com or call 802-262-0138.

Vermont/New Hampshire Marketing Group B2B-2C Summit

When: 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Where: Fireside Inn and Suites, 25 Airport Road, West Lebanon.

Details: Topics include how businesses can reach consumers, forming partnerships and how to grow customers. Cost is $125 or $150. Register at http://www.vtnhdmg.org or call 802-457-2807 for more information.

sept. 25

Vermont Business Roundtable Executive Leadership Series Annual Breakfast

When: 8:30-10:30 a.m.

Where: Sheraton Burlington Hotel and Conference Center, 870 Williston Road, Burlington.

Details: Features keynote speaker Marilyn Tam and panelists Ted Castle and Wanda Heading-Grant. Prices vary. Register at vtroundtable.org or call 802-865-0410 for more information.

sept. 26

Wings and Wheels 2015

When: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Where: Lebanon Municipal Airport, 5 Airpark Road, West Lebanon.

Details: Live music, classic airplane and car displays, food vendors, area businesses and nonprofits, Lebanon police K-9 demonstrations, Young Eagles program for children 7-17 with parent, and more. Cost is $6 for adults, under 17 free. Visit wingsandwheelsnh.com for more information or to buy tickets.

Vermont Forest Festival

When: Various times, Sept. 26 and 27.

Where: Marsh-Billings-Rockefeller National Historic Park, 54 Elm St., Woodstock.

Details: Vermont Wood Manufacturers Association features exhibitors, demonstrations and activities. Visit http://www.vermontwood.com or call 802-747-7900 for more information.

sept. 28

Building Community and Saving Money Webinar

When: Noon to 1 p.m.

Where: Webinar.

Details: An information session on business tax credit programs and how donating to nonprofit organizations throughout the state can help businesses. For more information and to register, visit nhbsr.org, call 603-391-8471 or email michelle@nhbsr.org.

sept. 30

Lunch With the Governor

When: 11:30 a.m.

Where: Fireside Inn and Suites, 25 Airport Road, West Lebanon.

Details: New Hampshire Gov. Maggie Hassan will give a State of the State speech during a lunch hosted by the Lebanon Area Chamber of Commerce. Cost is $20. Register at lebanonchamber@lebanonchamber.com or call 603-448-1203.

Starting and Building a Nonprofit Workshop

When: 3-6 p.m.

Where: New Hampshire Center for Nonprofits, 84 Silk Farm Road, Suite 1, Concord.

Details: Monica Zulauf, president and CEO of the Animal Rescue League of New Hampshire, will discuss the basics of getting started, building resources, funding models and other topics. Cost is $60 or $110. For more information or to register, visit http://www.nhnonprofits.org or call 603-225-1947.

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