This year’s Suncook Valley Open Sing will be held on Monday and Jan. 27 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the Concord High School Band Room. This is your chance to sing through the spring concert program, to meet and greet your fellow singers, and to learn about the Chorale. In addition to the spring concerts on May 15 and 16, we have a special performance this year. Together with the N.H. Master Chorale, and N.H. Gay Men’s Chorus we’ll be performing at the Concord City Auditorium in a program titled “A Grand Time for Singing!” on Feb. 23, at 3 p.m. For more information, see the Concord Community Concert Association’s website.
The New Hampshire Historical Society is offering one family program each month during the winter.
“We know how it feels to be cooped up with kids during the winter months,” said Director of Education and Public Programs Elizabeth Dubrulle. “We tried to create fun, educational programs that will bring families together. Our family programs are free or low-cost, so hopefully everyone can attend.”
Family Fun Day, on Jan. 25 from 1 to 3 p.m., is a great way to introduce your kids or grandkids to the special things that make New Hampshire a wonderful place to live! An afternoon filled with storytelling, hands-on activities, and New Hampshire-themed crafts, Family Fun Day is geared for families with kids ages 6 to 10, but all ages are welcome. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Admission is $5 per family, with members admitted free of charge. This is a drop-in program, and registration is not required.
Reenact the American Revolution through “Redcoats and Rebels: Gaming the American Revolution,” on Feb. 15, from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. With the help of a tabletop role-playing game, children will assume the identity of a historical character and have to choose sides in the journey from colony to country. This program is geared for kids ages 10 to 15. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Admission is free for the children and grandchildren of Society members; $5 per child for nonmembers. Space is limited and advance registration is required. Register at Eventbrite.com or by calling 856-0645.
Explore the entire state of New Hampshire in one afternoon with “Giant Steps Across New Hampshire,” on March 7 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Kids will play with this room-sized map to explore the regions, resources, and history of the state we all love. No shoes are allowed on the map, so please be sure to wear socks! Geared towards kids ages 7 to 11, but all ages are welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Admission is free, and registration is not required. The map is provided courtesy of the Mason Library at Keene State College.
The Greater Concord Chamber of Commerce invites members and the public to a luncheon forum Jan. 30 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Holiday Inn, 172 N. Main St., Concord. A panel of experts will discuss issues facing this year’s legislators, and how the current political climate is anticipated to influence the 2020 legislative session. Panelists David Juvet of Business & Industry Association of N.H., Phil Sletten of N.H. Fiscal Policy Institute, and Dean Spiliotes of N.H. Political Capital, will share insight on this year’s top issues and discuss what bills may affect businesses in 2020. Moderator Ari Pollack of Gallagher, Callahan & Gartrell will facilitate this timely discussion and invites attendees to continue the conversation during a question and answer session. Register for the Legislative Outlook forum at ConcordNHChamber.com, $25 for Chamber members, $35 for non-members, which includes lunch. For more information, contact the Greater Concord Chamber of Commerce at 224-2508, email events@concordnhchamber.com, or visit the chamber’s website.
The Greater Concord Chamber of Commerce invites members and the public to its annual State of the State forum featuring Gov. Chris Sununu on Feb. 13 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Grappone Conference Center, 70 Constitution Ave. Governor Sununu will share what economic challenges and opportunities are priorities for the state in 2020. Attendees will gain insight on initiatives and issues, especially as they relate to the business community. The conversation will continue during a Q&A session with Sununu. Register for State of the State at ConcordNHChamber.com; $25 for Chamber members, $35 for non-members (includes lunch). For more information, contact the Greater Concord Chamber of Commerce at 224-2508 or email events@concordnhchamber.com.