Below please find a variety of upcoming events in New Hampshire and elsewhere of particular interest to women. In addition to NHCSW events, we have included listings provided to us by our contacts.
Contacts for further information have been provided when known.

2008

July | August | September | October |Ongoing

July 2, 2008
A Tribute to Sarah Josepha Hale
Sarah Josepha Hale made Godey's Lady's Book the most influential women's magazine of its time. She is also known as the author of Mary's Lamb and for her efforts over three decades to have Thanksgiving decreed a national holiday. In this living history presentation, Sharon Wood portrays Ann Wyman Blake, a 19th century Boston resident who speaks of her admiration for this distinguished New Hampshire native. Hosted by the Thornton Historical Society.
Location: Thornton Town Hall

July 16 & 17, 2008 (9 AM - 2 PM) & July 18, 2008 (9 AM - 3 PM)
NH Taskforce on Women & Recovery
Women's Leadership Training Initiative
Location: Mary's House, 123 Pearl Street, Nashua, NH
For Fees, registration and information: (603) 647-4629 info@nhtwr.org

July 28, 2008
The Women's Fund of NH and the NH Women's Policy Institute
invite you to meet Lisa Witter, co-author of the recently released, The She Spot: Why Women are the Market for Changing the World - And How to Reach Them By Lisa Witter and Lisa Chen. Join us for a reading, book signing, wine and cheese. Book Sales Courtesy of Gibson's Bookstore.
Location: Two Delta Drive, Concord, NH
Time: 5:30 - 7:00 pm
Cost: Free and open to the public. Space is limited
RSVP: Women's Fund at 226-3355 or info@wfnh.org

Thursday, July 31, 2008
A capella for the Shakers
femme m'amie fundraiser for Canterbury Shaker Village
Location: Meeting House, Shaker Road, Canterbury, NH
Time: 7:30 PM
Tickets: $20
Call for tickets: 603-783-9077 ext. 282

Sunday, August 10, 2008
Nashua's 2008 Multicultural Festival
hosted by Livable Walkable Communities; food, music, performances, crafts and more
Location: Ash Street, Nashua, NH
Cost: Free admission
Information: 603-589-3087 or visit: www.lwcnashua.com

August 11, 12, 16, 17, 2008
Summer Training to Serve on the Crisis Line
Location: Rape and Domestic Violence Center, Concord, NH
Call: (603) 225-5444 for details or to apply.

Saturday, August 16, 2008
9th Latino Festival Parade, 9th Annual Latino Festival of New Hampshire 2008
Latin music, folk dances, arts, crafts, ethnic food from different Latin countries and more.
Location: Parade at Elm Street, Manchester; Festival at Veteran's Park, Elm Street, Manchester, NH
Time: Parade 11 AM - Noon; Festival 12 Noon - 8 PM
Cost: Free Admission
For information visit: www.latinosunidosnh.org, or call 603-858-5032.

August 22, 23, 2008 (9 AM - 2 PM) & August 24, 2008 (9 AM - 3 PM)
NH Taskforce on Women & Recovery
Women's Leadership Training Initiative
Location: Carter House, 1 Bank Street (on the green), Lebanon, NH
For Fees, registration and information: (603) 647-4629 info@nhtwr.org

Saturday, August 23, 2008
African Carribean Festival
Location: Veterans Park, Manchester, NH

Monday, August 25, 2008
Fundraiser for Dress for Success
by Southern New Hampshire Women's Business Network
Organizers ask attendees to bring suits and other work attire for donation to the group.
Location: Sam Adams Bar at MerchantsAuto.com Stadium, Manchester
Time: 6 PM
Cost: $30 ($20 for members)

Saturday, September 6, 2008
PEOPLE FEST
The Manchester Multi-Cultural Committee’s People Fest celebrates the diversity of our city’s residents by highlighting the music, dance, arts, crafts and traditions that make each of our cultures unique.
Location: This year the celebration will be at Veterans' Park, Manchester, NH.
Time: 10 AM to 6 PM
Contact: By mail: People Fest, 815 Elm Street, Box 305, Manchester, NH 03101 Or:
Nabil Migalli 603-669-6253 migalli@comcast.net
Ally McNair 603-759-6623 AMcnair@aarp.org For more information visit: http://www.manchester-peoplefest.com/

Friday, October 24, 2008
Southern New Hampshire Women's Business Network, 1st Working Women's Expo
Location: Highlander Conference Center, Manchester
Contact: corissa@buzzprandpromotions.com for exhibit space rates

Ongoing
Free Monthly Immigration Consultations
First Come, First Serve. 20 minutes each - Attorneys Corrine Nikolenko, Jeanne S. Brennan Funk, Melanie Chaput
Location: 65 Temple Street, Nashua, NH Contact: (603) 883-0085 or 769-7335

Ongoing - Fall 2008
Medical Interpretation Training
At 2 locations: Wednesday evenings 5-9 PM in Nashua, NH; Saturdays, 10 AM - 4 PM in Dover, NH
Contact: Florentina G. Dinu at So. NH Area Health Education Center (603) 895-1514 ext. 5, www.snhahec.org