Manchester Proud

Community Blood Drive at ConnectiCare Manchester Center
2025-07-24 10:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York)
Help save lives this summer by donating blood at ConnectiCare’s Manchester Center. In partnership with the Connecticut Region American Red Cross, this drive offers a calm and private environment for donors to support a critical community need. With summer donations typically in decline, your contribution is more important than ever.
How to Register: Visit www.redcrossblood.org and enter sponsor code: ConnectiCare to book your appointment.

Raising Resilience: A Family Workshop Series
2025-07-24 11:00 - 2025-08-07 13:00
Join us for a FREE 3-part series focused on effective family communication, substance use awareness and prevention, and general life skills. These sessions are for caregivers (parents, siblings, grandparents, etc.) of youth in grades 5 – 9.
Dates: July 24th, 31st, and August 7th from 11am-1pm
Location: 77 Sundial Ave, Suite 102, Manchester, NH
Parking available onsite.
Childcare available and lunch provided.
Topics include:
– Family Communications
– Parental Monitoring
– Being a Good Role Model
– Parenting Styles
– Effects and Warning Signs of Substance Use
– Taking a Clear Stand on Drugs
Participants earn a $25 gift card per unit (2 units per session)!

CAPHR Summer Food Program - Dates & Locations listed
2025-07-25 09:00 - 15:30, 2025-07-28 09:00 - 15:30, 2025-07-29 09:00 - 15:30, 2025-07-30 09:00 - 15:30, 2025-07-31 09:00 - 15:30, 2025-08-01 09:00 - 15:30, 2025-08-04 09:00 - 15:30, 2025-08-05 09:00 - 15:30 and 16 more dates
This summer’s food program is here! ☀️ Operation Monday-Friday from June 23rd to August 22nd *CLOSED on July 3rd and 4th 🎉 Find the locations below:
BEECH HILL APARTMENTS
120 Beech Hill Ave.
⏰ 2:15PM – 3:00PM
🍽️ Lunch
KELLY FALLS APTS.
463 Kimball St.
⏰ 3:15PM – 3:45PM
🍽️ Dinner
CENTRAL PARK
22 Beech Hill Dr.
⏰ 10:15AM – 10:45AM
🍽️ Breakfast
ELMWOOD GARDENS
83 Trahan St.
⏰ 9:15AM – 10:00AM Breakfast
⏰ 11:15AM – 12:00PM Lunch
FAMILIES IN TRANSITION
161 South Beech St.
⏰ 11:00AM – 12:00PM
🍽️ Lunch
HUNTS POOL
297 Maple St.
⏰ 1:00PM – 2:00PM
🍽️ Lunch
ROCK RIMMON SPLASH PAD
249 Mason St.
⏰ 1:00PM – 1:45PM
🍽️ Lunch
CAPHR WIC OFFICE
130 Silver St.
⏰ 9:00AM – 10:00AM Breakfast
⏰ 1:00PM – 3:00PM Lunch
MPAL (June 23rd – Aug. 15th)
409 Beech St.
⏰ 9:00AM – 10:00AM Breakfast
⏰ 11:30AM – 12:30PM Lunch
For more information: https://www.caphr.org/services/summer-food-service-program

Bridging Families, Schools, and Communities Conference
2025-07-29, 2025-07-30 | DoubleTree by Hilton Manchester Downtown, 700 Elm Street, Manchester, 03101, United States
Join families, educators, and non-profits from across New Hampshire for two days of networking and learning about working together to support New Hampshire children and youth. Learn about improving school attendance through working with families, making decisions for students, post-secondary opportunities for New Hampshire youth, supporting educational plans for students with disabilities, and much more. Attendees will earn 6 continuing education credits for participating in the conference. Breakfast and lunch at the Doubletree Manchester are provided as part of registration. The YMCA, a short walk from the conference venue, will provide childcare.
Register here: https://cvent.me/YMg0mz

Children's Entrepreneur Market
2025-08-03 11:00 - 15:00
Get ready to spark your child’s creativity and entrepreneurial spirit at the Children’s Entrepreneur Market at the Belknap County Fairgrounds!
This vibrant event is the perfect opportunity for kids to shine as they create, sell, and learn in a fun, supportive environment. Designed for young innovators, the market lets children run their own booths, showcasing handmade crafts, their products or services, or unique inventions to real customers. It’s not just about selling—it’s about building confidence, learning financial skills, and discovering the joy of entrepreneurship.
Parents, this is your chance to watch your kids grow as they take on real-world challenges with enthusiasm! They’ll develop problem-solving skills, teamwork, and a sense of accomplishment, all while having a blast at the fairgrounds. The market is a safe, family-friendly space where kids can experiment, take risks, and celebrate their successes. Plus, they’ll interact with other young entrepreneurs, fostering new friendships and ideas.
Join us for a day filled with excitement, learning, and community spirit. Sign up your child today to secure their spot at the Children’s Entrepreneur Market and let their imagination soar! Don’t miss this unforgettable experience that empowers kids to dream big and take their first steps as future business leaders. Register now and be part of something truly special!

3rd Annual Free Back to School Haircuts!
2025-08-24 12:00 - 20:00
🎉 Hosted by Get Faded Barbershop 🎉
3rd Annual Back-to-School Free Haircut Event
Join us for an amazing day dedicated to giving back to our community!
📅 Date: Sunday, August 24, 2025
🕛 Time: 12 PM – 8 PM
📍 Location: 282 W. Hancock St., Manchester, NH 03102
✨ What to Expect:
🎒 Free Haircuts (12th grade & under)
🍔 Food & Snacks
🎁 Free Backpacks & School Supplies
🎨 Face Painting, Games, Bracelet Making & More
🛍️ Fun Activity Tables by Local Vendors
💈 Guest Barbers, Hairstylists & Aestheticians Donating Their Time
Let’s get our kids fresh and ready for school while celebrating community, giving, and positivity. Rain or shine, we’re bringing the energy!
