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Saturday, March 20, 2010 This event continues through 3/21/2010 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM New Hampshire Old House & Barn Exposition Location: Center of New Hampshire, Radisson Hotel, 700 Elm Street, Manchester, NH Event Type: Association Fee (if any): Fee: $10 - adults; $5 - seniors and children 6-18; children under 6 are free Organization: New Hampshire Preservation Alliance Contact: Jennifer Goodman, Executive Director 603-224-2281 This one-stop-shopping trade show helps old house and barn owners and enthusiasts with appropriate and affordable solutions. Meet face-to-face with knowledgeable suppliers of repair and restoration products and services, and gather valuable ideas from hourly live talks and demonstrations. Energy savings, window repair, and weatherization techniques will be featured.  The Expo is back by popular demand with new vendors and educational sessions. Register online and save. Go to http://nhpreservation.org/html/otherprograms2.htm   Wednesday, March 24, 2010 4:30 PM - 6:30 PM Annual Meeting Location: The Inn at Church Landing, Meredith, NH Event Type: Association Fee (if any): By reservation only Organization: Belknap County Economic Development Council Contact: Belknap County Economic Development Council 603-524-3057 info@bcedc.org Registration and a soup social kick off an exciting early evening event that includes election of new Incorporators, election of new Directors, annual reports, awards to area business and civic leaders and organizations, and a presentation on the projects underway in the region that were identified in the Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy process.   Wednesday, March 31, 2010 8:30 AM - 10:30 AM The Granite State Export Forum Location: New Hampshire Institute for Politics, St. Anselm College, Goffstown Event Type: Workshop Fee (if any): Registration required Organization: New Hampshire Institute of Politics Contact: Office of Senator Jean Shaheen rsvp@shaheen.senate.gov or 603-647-7500. Moderated by U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen, the Granite State Export Forum will include a panel discussion on federal and state export resources, as well as a networking opportunity for panelists and small business attendees.   Friday, April 09, 2010 This event continues through 4/11/2010 10:00 AM - 8:00 AM Made In NH Location: Center of NH/Radisson Hotel Expo Center, 700 Elm St., Manchester, NH 03101 Event Type: General Fee (if any): Organization: Business NH Magazine Contact: Naomi Halter 603-626-6354 X213 or EventsNH@businessNHmagazine.com The Made In NH “Try It & Buy It” Expo is dedicated to showcasing the impressive variety of quality products and services made in the Granite State. Now in its 15th year, Expo is continuing to grow, with new exhibitors and increased attendance every year. 2010 Expo Dates and Hours: Friday April 9, 2010 1 p.m. - 8 p.m. Saturday April 10, 2010 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. Sunday April 11, 2010 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.   Friday, April 16, 2010 7:30 AM - 9:30 AM Governor's Business Outreach Session Location: Lakes Region Community College, Belmont, NH Event Type: Hearing Fee (if any): Organization: Belknap County Economic Development Council Contact: Pat Salvucci 271-3171 The two-hour session will feature presentations by state agency leaders, and will provide business leaders the opportunity to meet directly with state agency heads. It will also give business leaders the chance to network with other New Hampshire businesses. The commissioner of the departments of Employment Security, Resources and Economic Development, Labor, Insurance, Environmental Services, Administrative Services and Revenue Administration, and officials from the Community College System of New Hampshire will present overviews of their departments and the types of business services they provide.   Tuesday, April 20, 2010 This event continues through 4/22/2010 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM EXPORT CONTROLS SEMINAR Location: The Sheraton Portsmouth Harborside Hotel, Portsmouth, NH Event Type: Workshop Fee (if any): see website Organization: New Hampshire International Trade Resource Center (NHITRC) Contact: IRTC 603-271-8444 BIS Two-Day "Complying with U.S. Export  Controls” Overview,  DDTC One-Day "Defense Trade Controls" Workshop In-depth seminar featuring speakers from the U.S. Department of Commerce Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) and the U.S. Department of State Directorate of Defense Trade Controls (DDTC). Export controls affect every U.S company; don’t miss this opportunity to learn about how these regulations apply to you!   Focus:   The BIS program will provide an in-depth examination of the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) and how it impacts exporters. It will also cover information exporters need to know to comply with U.S. export control requirements on commercial goods including applying for a license, ECCN determination, encryption controls and use of exemptions.   The DDTC one-day seminar will help clarify what the DDTC governs, what the U.S. Munitions List is, what it means for you if your product is ITAR classified, who needs to be registered with DDTC, how to complete a Commodity Jurisdiction request and how to apply for an export license when needed.   This event continues through 4/22/2010 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM 3-Day U.S. Export Controls Overview Location: Sheraton Portsmouth Harborside, Portsmouth, NH Event Type: General Fee (if any): $425 before March 12 Organization: NH International Trade Resource Center and U.S. Commercial Service Contact: Justin Oslowski 603-953-0210 or Justin.Oslowski@mail.doc.gov . Hear from the experts at the U.S. Department of Commerce, Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS), and the U.S. State Department, Directorate of Defense Trade Controls (DDTC), for this educational program highlighting U.S. business compliance with U.S. export controls- a must for all U.S. exporters! Participants are invited to attend the two-day BIS seminar, the one-day DDTC seminar, or the full three-day event. • The two day BIS program will provide an in-depth examination of the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) and how it impacts exporters. Primary focus will include: what items and activities are subject to the EAR; steps to take to determine the export licensing requirements for your item; how to determine your export control classification number (ECCN); when you can export or reexport without applying for a license; export clearance procedures and record keeping requirements; an overview of the Export Management and Compliance Program (EMCP) concepts; and real life examples in applying this information. • The DDTC one-day seminar will provide an in-depth examination of the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). It will also cover: what the DDTC governs; the U.S. Munitions List; what it means for you if your product is ITAR classified; how to complete a Commodity Jurisdiction request; and how to apply for an export license. This training is intended for those who may have products, components, services or technical data for military end-use.   Friday, May 21, 2010 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM Competing in the Green Marketplace Location: Sheraton Harborshide Hotel, Portsmouth, NH Event Type: Workshop Fee (if any): $270 before May 3; $295 after May 3 Organization: UNH Professional Development & Training Contact: 603-862-2015 COMPETING IN THE GREEN MARKETPLACE: Life Cycle Assessment and Knowledge, Tools and Strategies for Green Manufacturing, Product Development, & Marketing Special Guest Luncheon Speaker: Nancy Hirshberg, VP of Natural Resources, Stonyfield Farm This conference will look at what major companies like Walmart, P&G, and others are doing to increase pressure in the marketplace for manufacturing sustainable and green products. You’ll discuss strategies for gathering critical data throughout your supply chain, and get a demonstration of just released free software developed by the Sustainability Organization to help you collect and evaluate key data. Sessions on: Sustainability and Life Cycle Thinking, Life Cycle Assessment for Business, LCA and Social Responsibility: Tools and Techniques for Success; Earthster and Next Steps to Supply Chain Engagement Presenters: Kevin Gardner, Catherine Benoit, and Greg Norris, experts in Life Cycle Assessment, sustainability research, and product development. Register at www.learn.unh.edu/greenmarket   Saturday, July 17, 2010 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM New England Vintage Boat Auction Location: New Hampshire Boat Museum, 397 Center St. (Rtes 28/109 North), Wolfeboro Falls, NH Event Type: Fundraiser Fee (if any): No Organization: New Hampshire Boat Museum Contact: Ann Sprague 569-4554, auction@nhbm.org Vintage, Classic, Fiberglass, Paddle and Sail Boats will be auctioned at this annual fundraiser for the NH Boat Museum. Boat and lake-related small items and memorabilia, too. Donations and consignments wanted. Preview Fri., July 16 12-5pm and Sat., July 17 8-10am, with a Special Preview Event on Friday evening.   Saturday, August 14, 2010 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM 34th Annual Alton Bay Boat Show Location: Alton Bay Town Docks on Lake Winnipesaukee, Route 11, Alton Bay. Event Type: General Fee (if any): Free Organization: New Hampshire Boat Museum Contact: Ann Sprague 569-4554 or museum@nhbm.org The New Hampshire Boat Museum hosts the 34th Annual Alton Bay Boat Show, an informal, non-judged vintage boat show. All "woodies" welcome - no advance registration required. Spectators are welcome to view and vote for the 2010 People's Choice Award. Free and open to the public.   Thursday, August 19, 2010 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM 4th Annual Boathouse Tour Location: Lake Winnipesaukee Event Type: Fundraiser Fee (if any): Land Tour $25/pp. Water Tour $75/pp Organization: New Hampshire Boat Museum Contact: Ann Sprague 569-4554 or museum@nhbm.org The New Hampshire Boat Museum invites you to tour some of the most beautiful boathouses on Lake Winnipesaukee. Different boathouses chosen each year. Tour by land in your own car ($25/pp) or by water in a vintage boat driven by NHBM volunteers ($75/pp). Ticket price includes museum admission.