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Connecting business and communityoutlook newsSeptember/October 2020MONADNOCK REGION RECOVERY CAMPAIGNA Multi-Year Branding & Marketing Campaignto Recover from the COVID Pandemic and Revitalize the Region’s Economyknow the quality of life is extraordinary,yet the region is little-known outside ofthe immediate area.In 2018 a group of local stakeholders,led by the Greater Keene Chamber,began to assemble a plan to promotethe Monadnock Region of NewHampshire.To address a longstanding need foreconomic development in the region,the plan called for a multi-year, multiplatform branding and marketingcampaign to attract visitors, workers,students, retirees and young familiesto this great part of the world – withextraordinary physical, culturaland commercial attributes andopportunities.Recovering from COVID-19The COVID-19 pandemic interruptedthis effort in 2020 before the necessaryfunds could be raised from localsources. To help the region recoverfrom the severe economic crisis weare currently experiencing, the projectis needed now more than ever. Theinitiative’s leadership, chaired byJamie Trowbridge, CEO of YankeePublishing, is a nearly twenty-personWe have significant competition fromother regions in New England and theNortheast, which diminishes the abilityof the Monadnock region to flourisheconomically.The task force believes that a concertedbranding and marketing effort, over time,can bring the Monadnock region into thespotlight it deserves, attracting peoplewho come to work, play, study and thrive.task force representing many of thearea’s largest employers, educational andhealthcare institutions and businessesfrom Peterborough, Keene and manyother communities.The task force has pressed on, by seekingthe funding for the campaign fromgovernment grants and partnershipsmade available for the primary purpose ofpandemic recovery – matched in part bycontributions from regional businesses,organizations, municipalities, andfoundations.A Dynamic but Little-KnownDestinationWe’ve been very pleased with the levelof community and business support forthis pivotal initiative. Since re-startingour fundraising efforts in August,we’ve received nearly 100,000 incommitments to get this off the ground –close to 20% of the projected cost of theproject over three years.If you or someone from yourorganization would like to learn moreor get involved, or if your organizationmight be interested in learning how tosupport the project financially, pleasee-mail Greater Keene Chamber CEO PhilSuter at psuter@keenechamber.com.The Monadnock region holds a wealth ofresources and assets, including dynamicbusinesses, a vibrant creative economy,high-quality educational and healthcareinstitutions and attractions for touristsand other visitors. Those who live herevisit our website! keenechamber.com
Member SpotlightSmiths Medical Partners with U.S. Government onCOVID-19 Vaccine EffortsSmiths Medical, headquartered in Plymouth,Minnesota, is a medical device companyproviding innovative solutions and superiorsupport to help healthcare professionals andproviders ensure safety, enhance patientoutcomes, and improve the total cost of care.Smiths Medical has a partnered with Biomedical AdvancedResearch and Development Authority (BARDA), partof the U.S. Health and Human Services Office of theAssistant Secretary for Preparedness and Response, and theDepartment of Defense’s Joint Program Executive Officefor Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear Defense(JPEO-CBRND). The partnership expands capacityat Smiths Medical’s facility in Keene, New Hampshire,for production of integrated hypodermic needle andsyringe products to support the government’s COVID-19vaccination efforts.The partnership will increase needle production capacityby 125 million units per year. The U.S. federal governmentwill have priority access to this expanded capacity forvaccination efforts dedicated to COVID-19, flu vaccinesand future pandemics.Smiths Medical’s industry-leading EDGE SafetyHypodermic Devices technology combines the benefits ofan advanced safety hypodermic needle with the dead spaceprofile of a conventional needle. The Needle-Pro EDGE hypodermic needle offers the lowest dead space, comparedto leading hypodermic safety needle devices, helping toensure dosage accuracy and less wasted medication – whilehelping to prevent needlestick injuries.Smiths Medical’s Talent Acquisition team is actively hiringfor open roles in Keene to support this initiative – includingassemblers, machine operators and warehouse personnel.These roles are long-term temporary assignments with thepotential to result in full-time careers.Join a company where careers and passion impact lives –apply online today at www.smiths-medical.com/careers.Smiths Medical10 Bowman DriveKeene, NH 03431www.smiths-medical.com/careersWant your business in the Spotlight?Contact Christine Hadlow at chadlow@keenechamber.com and reserve your spot!2Greater Keene Chamber of Commerce
Virtual Business After HoursSeptember Business AFTER HoursMENADENAHosted remotely by ZoomWednesday, September 23, 20205:00 - 6:00 PMJust because we can’t be in the same room, doesn’t mean we can’t network virtually! Join us for a virtual Business AfterHours. Bring your beverage of choice and enjoy light conversation and connection with Ben Robertson and LucasWoods as we learn more about Menadena, your local agent and trusted partner for marketing and communicationstechnology solutions. Ben and Lucas will share stories of how they’ve applied proven strategies that help theircustomers succeed.It will be a fun zoom event with a chance to win your choice of assorted goodies including some of the best grass-fedand finished beef, Tupelo honey, and health crunch you have ever tasted.Registration is required. Once registered, you will receive a confirmation email with the Zoom meeting information.All registered attendees will be entered in the raffle for the door prize!Register online at www.keenechamber.com or by e-mail to info@keenechamber.comOutlook News September/October 20203
Member NewsAs part of a new state-wide, hospital-basedprogram, Cheshire Medical Centeris a COVID-19 community testing site, asof Monday, August 10, 2020. Communitymembers seeking a test can request anappointment by calling Cheshire MedicalCenter’s COVID-19 community testinginformation line at 603-354-6700 or emailchepublichealth@cheshire-med.com. Forinformation in Spanish, call 1-833-625-9604and a Spanish interpreter will answer andinterpret calls. For more informationabout requesting an appointment, go toCheshiremed.org/testing.A provider referral is not required.Tests will not be administered withoutscheduling an appointment in advance.Cheshire will bill the individual’sinsurance. If the patient doesn’t haveinsurance, Cheshire will assist the patientwith applying for the NH COVID-19Testing Benefit. Nobody will be turnedaway.Drive-through testing appointments willbe scheduled Monday through Fridayfrom 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm and will takeplace at the West Entrance of our maincampus, 580 Court Street in Keene.“Offering COVID-19 testing as part ofthis program supports Cheshire’s missionto advance the health and wellness ofour community and the people of theMonadnock Region,” said CheshirePresident and CEO Don Caruso, MD,MPH. “We’re committed to being a greatneighbor, and we take pride in serving asan integral community resource.”This initiative was financed undera contract with the State of NewHampshire, Department of Health andHuman Services, with funds provided inpart by the State of New Hampshire and/or such other funding sources as wereavailable or required, e.g., the UnitedStates Department of Health and HumanServices.Visit Cheshiremed.org/COVID for moreinformation about COVID-19 testing.4Cheshire Medical Center is pleased towelcome the following new staff members:Alisha Russell, APRN, to the GeneralSurgery department; Brynne Underhill,APRN, to the Urology Department; PaulSanders, MD, to the General Surgerydepartment; Thatcher Friant, MSPAS,PA-C, as a Certified Physician Assistantand Robert Leinau, PA-C, JD, to theEmergency Department; Antoine Soueid,MD, to the Cardiology department;and, Jesse Ridgway, MSN, CNM, to theWomen’s Health department.Russell has beenworking at Cheshirefor the last severalyears, including timewith the Women’sand Children’s Healthunit and the ShortStay Surgery unit.She also worked for Cedarcrest Center forChildren with Disabilities. She earned aFamily Nurse Practitioner certificationfrom Simmons University in Boston and aBachelor of Nursing degree from SouthernNew Hampshire University in Manchester.Underhill, a certifiedregistered nurse,earned a Master ofScience, Family NursePractitioner degreefrom the Universityof Rochester inRochester, NY. Shealso earned a Bachelor of Science inNursing from the Massachusetts Collegeof Pharmacy and Health Sciences inWorcester, MA, and a Bachelor of Sciencefrom Bates College in Lewiston, Maine.Before coming to Cheshire, she mostrecently worked as a Registered Nurseat the University of Rochester MedicalCenter.Dr. Sanders was aLieutenant Colonelin the U.S. Army,serving at the WilliamBeaumont ArmyMedical Center inFort Bliss, Texas,in roles includingChief, Bariatric and Metabolic Surgeryfor the MBSAQIP Center of Excellence,Director of the Robotic Surgical ServicesCommittee, and Surgical ServicesDirector for the Combined SimulationCenter. Previously, during a deploymentto Kabul, Afghanistan, he served asDeputy Chief for Clinical Services for theHKIA NATO Role 2E Hospital.Dr. Sanders earned his Doctor ofMedicine degree from the EmoryUniversity School of Medicine in Atlantaand a Bachelor of Science in Biochemistryfrom Kennesaw State University inKennesaw, Georgia. He did his residencyand internship in General Surgery at theTripler Army Medical Center in Honoluluand his fellowship in Minimally InvasiveSurgery at Harvard Medical SchoolBeth Israel Deaconess Medical Center inBoston.Friant worked as anapplications engineerin Burlington,Vermont, as well as anadvanced emergencymedical technicianat the LondonderryVolunteer RescueSquad before coming to Cheshire Med.He earned a Master of Physician AssistantStudies from Franklin Pierce University inRindge, New Hampshire, and a Bachelorof Science in Mechanical Engineeringfrom the University of Vermont inBurlington, Vermont. He also graduatedfrom the University of Vermont’s PostBaccalaureate Pre-Medical Program.Leinau is a CertifiedPhysician Assistant.Prior to joiningCheshire, he workedat the BrattleboroRetreat in Brattleboro,Vermont, provingmedical services insupport of the psychiatric mission. Healso worked at the Hugo Medical Clinicin Hugo, Oklahoma. He holds a Masterof Health Sciences in Physician AssociateGreater Keene Chamber of Commerce
Member NewsStudies and a Bachelor of Arts from theUniversity of Oklahoma in Norman,Oklahoma. He earned a Juris Doctordegree from the University of Tulsa inTulsa, Oklahoma. He also spent sevenyears as a teacher and 17 as a part-time,solo practice attorney at law.Dr. Soueid was aCardiovascularMedicine Fellow atthe University ofMassachusetts MedicalSchool in Worcester,Massachusetts,where he also did hisresidency in Internal Medicine, prior tocoming to Cheshire. He earned his Doctorof Medicine degree from Ross UniversitySchool of Medicine in Miramar, Florida.Dr. Soueid worked as a pharmacistafter earning his Bachelor of Science inPharmacy and Doctor of Pharmacy fromRutgers University in Piscataway, NewJersey. He also received his Juris Doctordegree from the Rutgers University Schoolof Law.Ridgway is a CertifiedNurse Midwife and hasfocused on obstetricsand gynecology since2015. She earned aMaster of Science inNursing from YaleUniversity in NewHaven, Connecticut, and a Bachelor ofArts in Religious Studies at SkidmoreCollege in Saratoga Springs, New York.Prior to coming to Cheshire, she wasemployed as a Certified Nurse Midwife atBaystate Medical Center in Springfield,Massachusetts.www.Cheshire-med.comThe Monadnock Food Co-op heldtwo one-day Round It Up Donation Drivesin July, raising 696.97 on July 11, 2020 tobenefit the Keene Skatepark and 300.70for Monadnock Understands ChildhoodHunger (MUCH) on July 18th.“Our current skatepark is 20 years oldand made of plywood and metal sheeting.It is outdated and has high maintenancecosts for the City of Keene,” said ProjectCoordinator Kathy Burke. “Usingprofessional skatepark designers andworking with Friends of Public Art, thenew skatepark will engage local artists tocreate a beautiful park instilling a sense ofcommunity pride.”“On behalf of the MUCH Council, I amhonored to extend our heartfelt gratitudeto the staff and board of Monadnock FoodCo-op for an extremely successful RoundIt Up,” said Ann Henderson, MUCHChairperson. “These dollars will allowseventy weekly boxes to be distributed tofamilies most in need -- during one of themost challenging summers this region hasseen for decades. Collectively, we have thepower and strength to fight the odds, toachieve the unimaginable, and to make abetter future for those in need.”https://monadnockfood.coop/The regional accounting firm of NathanWechsler & Company, PA is pleased toannounce the addition of Daniel Kravitz,CPA, JD to their professional team.Throughout his career,Kravitz has cultivatedvaluable experienceworking with smallto medium-sizedbusinesses and highnet worth individuals.He excels at translatingcomplex accounting concepts into termsthat his clients can understand. Kravitz’sspecializations include IRS representation,multistate taxation, and estate and gift tax.“I am thrilled to welcome Daniel to theNathan Wechsler team,” said Oreste“Rusty” Mosca, Managing Directorof Nathan Wechsler & Company, PA.“His experience and knowledge will beput to great use in the Tax Department.His values and devotion to the localcommunity also make him a great fit forthe firm.”Kravitz earned his undergraduatedegree—a Bachelor of Science inOutlook News September/October 2020Accounting—from Canisius College.He went on to earn a Juris Doctor fromMassachusetts School of Law and aMaster of Science in Taxation fromBentley University. Professionally,Kravitz is currently affiliated with theMassachusetts Society of Certified PublicAccountants (MSCPA). Within thelocal community, he regularly donatesblood via the American Red Cross. Hepreviously served as the vice presidentand treasurer of Jewish Family Serviceof Worcester, Inc. and as the treasurer ofTemple Sinai in Worcester.https://www.nathanwechsler.com/River Valley Community College’sWorkReadyNH graduates consistentlyexclaim that the program met orexceeded their expectations and raveabout how they’ve grown throughoutthe course. Here is a quick story about arecent grad:“In life it is a strength to be able to lookwithin yourself and make real changes.WorkReadyNH is a great program toguide you to look at yourself with eyeswide open.” With a last-minute entry intothe WorkReadyNH program, DanielleWallace quickly acclimated to the classand exceeded expectations in the end. Sheleft with renewed soft skills, a professionalresume, a platinum National CareerReadiness Certificate from ACT anda WorkReadyNH certificate from theCommunity College of NH. This is addedto her bachelor’s degree and years ofexperience in the criminal justice system.Wallace heard about WorkReadyNHwhile working with WIOA, WorkforceInnovation and Opportunity Act, earlyon a Monday morning and soon after hermeeting, hopped into the class. She wasglad she did.If you know anyone who is ready tomake the leap and join a tuition-freeWorkReadyNH online class direct themto www.ccsnh.edu/workreadynh. To learnmore about WorkReadyNH join a short30 minute Information Session by goingto www.ccsnh.edu/workreadynh.5
Member NewsSavings Bank of Walpole (SBW)is pleased to announce that longtimeemployee Tamara Richardson hasbeen named VicePresident, HumanResources Diversityand Inclusion Officerfor New HampshireMutual Bancorp(NHMB). In thisrole, she will ensureSBW, its sister banks, Merrimack CountySavings Bank (the Merrimack) andMeredith Village Savings Bank (MVSB)and NHTrust prioritize the enhancementof cultural diversity and inclusionwhile promoting and communicatingworkplace expectations to employees.For over 20 years, Richardson’scontributions have made her aninvaluable member of SBW’s leadershipteam. Her experience in both thebanking industry and human resourceshave been instrumental in terms ofenhancing employee relations andensuring a positive and encouragingwork environment. In fact, Savings Bankof Walpole has been ranked as one of the85 Best Banks to Work for in the UnitedStates by American Bankers Association(ABA) consecutively for the past threeyears.“Tamara’s passion for her work and innatedesire to see employees grow and succeedhas made a tremendously positive impactin terms of defining the internal cultureat SBW,” says Mark Bodin, President forSavings Bank of Walpole. “Her leadershipability is exceptional and is enhancedby an aptitude for creating an inclusivework environment and a strong desireto enhance diversity. We know she willenjoy much success – and make importantcontributions in her role as Vice President,Human Resources Diversity and InclusionOfficer of NHMB.”A Veteran of the United States Air Force,Richardson is a member of the Societyfor Human Resources Management andAmerican Payroll Association.She earned her Associates in Arts Degreein Liberal Studies from CommunityCollege of Vermont. Outside of theoffice, she is involved with a numberof local community organizations andcharities and also serves as Secretaryof the Pathfinders Snowmobile Club inWeathersfield, VT. Richardson resides inNorth Springfield, VT with her husband.www.walpolebank.comThe City of Keene has launched a new website on Keene’s Sustainable EnergyPlanning process. The website includes a roadmap of pathways, strategies, and tools toachieve Keene’s energy goals, and you can listen to stories to learn more about tools likeCommunity Power.The Keene Energy and Climate Committee and City staff are looking for your ideas andfeedback. Please take the survey on how Keene should define renewable energy as theCity develops an energy plan, and tell them what you think of the draft vision statementfor the planning process. You can visit KeeneEnergyPlan.com to learn more.Thank You Renewing Members!The following members renewed their memberships in July 2020:Anderson & Gilbert, Inc.Cooper’s CrossroadeFix ConsultingElectric Earth ConcertsFinancial Solutions GroupHamlin Insurance AgencyLocal Burger of Keene, Inc.6Moore Nanotechnology Systems, LLCMorningside Kitty Hawk Flight ParkPoodiack Wealth Management GroupPub Restaurant, TheSamson ManufacturingThe Septic ProGreater Keene Chamber of Commerce
Smiths Medical is a medical device company providing innovativesolutions and superior support to help healthcare professionals andproviders ensure safety, enhance patient outcomes, and improve thetotal cost of care.WE ARE HIRING!Smiths Medical has partnered with the U.S. government for productionof integrated hypodermic needle and syringe products to support thegovernment’s COVID-19 vaccination efforts. We are actively hiring foropen roles in Keene to support this initiative - including Assemblers,Machine Operators and Warehouse Personnel.Join a company where careers and passionimpact lives – apply online today atwww.smiths-medical.com/careersOutlook News September/October 20207
UNITYuni·ty / yü-nə-tē / nounOneness of mind, feeling, etc., as among a numberof persons; concord, harmony, or agreement.As we slowly return to “normal” after such challengingtimes, now more than ever, it’s important to cometogether to support our local businesses, localnonprofit organizations—and each other.At Savings Bank of Walpole, we’re exceedingly proud tobe the savings bank of this vibrant, strong communityand we encourage you to make a difference in any wayyou can. Buy local to support the businesses that serveas the backbone of our community. Live local by lendinga hand to help others.There really is truth to the idea that there is power innumbers—especially when we unite as a community.O a walpolebank.comChamber 101Maximizing yourMembershipTuesday, September 8, 2020Noon - 1 pm Virtual Zoom MeetingThis is a free Memberorientation session designedto help you navigate theMembers Only InformationCenter and learn waysto promote your businessthrough the Chamber.Offered the 2nd Tuesday of every month, all members areinvited to attend this interactive workshop. Complete yourmember profile. Learn how to upload a profile picture andlogo, post status updates, hot deals, events, photos, videosand more to the social feed, comment on content; learn howto update account settings.Register online at www.keenechamber.com or e-mailinfo@keenechamber.com. Once registered, you’ll receive aconfirmation email with the Zoom meeting info.8FOR ALL YOURPRINTING & SIGNAGE NEEDSSIGNS & BANNERSSCREEN PRINTINGPRINTING & COPYINGLASER ENGRAVINGLARGE FORMAT COPIESGRAPHIC DESIGNBanners, Custom SignsVehicle & Window Lettering,Posters, Decals and more!Business Cards, FlyersBrochures, Newsletters,Forms and more!Architectural, EngineeringScanning & ArchivingProject ManagementT-shirts, Sweatshirts,Outwear, Sports ShirtsMachine Parts & PanelsMachinery Plates & LabelsSuite & Office Signs, Badges,ADA Signage & more!Logos, Graphic Design,File Editing, Scanning,Templates and more!415 Marlboro Street, Keene NH(603) 352-7112www.GemGraphicsNH.comGreater Keene Chamber of Commerce
New Member ProfileCity Office Janitorial Services, founded in 2014, takes pride intheir attention to detail and understand that keeping a workplaceclean, now more than ever, is vital to the health and prosperity ofeveryone in our community.Evgeni KopelevichPresidentDave WrightVP of OperationsA clean workplace makes a good impression on employees,vendors, and other visitors. With all cleanings, they providedisinfectant wipes and hand sanitizer, setup hand cleaningstations, and use a fogging technology system to keep your placeof business healthy and safe at no additional cost.provides hand sanitizer, masks, and disinfectant spray to anyonewho needs it and will continue to do so as long as Covid-19persists. Whether you need cleaning services for your business,supplies to keep you safe, or just want advice on how to protectyour family from the virus, call City Office Janitorial!The staff at City Office truly loves what they do. Some findcleaning relaxing and meditative, while others love to walkaway and close the door of a fresh clean room with a sense ofaccomplishment and a job well done. Their involvement in thecommunity stretches far past cleaning a workplace. The companyCity Office Janitorialhttps://cojanitorial.com/(802) 369-9925Ask the ExpertDo Businesses Face Increased Cyber Risk Related to a Pandemic?By Dave Greenaway, The Richards GroupCybercriminals recognize that manybusinesses are under tremendousstress as a result of the ongoingpandemic crises. This stress hastranslated into an increasedvulnerability to cyber-attacks. Smalland mid-sized businesses, thatoften lack sophisticated IT securitymeasures, are particularly vulnerableas they seek to quickly migrateemployees to remote working. Work conducted from outsidethe office environment presents an increased risk of an employeeclicking on malicious attachments or using unsecure networks totransmit sensitive information. Securing financial protection inthe form of a Cyber Insurance Policy is now essential for businessowners due to a growing reliance on technology.Cyber thieves are using COVID-19 as an opportunity to sendphishing emails and spread malware attacks. Recently, there havebeen reports of phishing emails that impersonate the U.S. Centersfor Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the World HealthOrganization (WHO) and other health authorities. A phishingOutlook News September/October 2020email deceives users into downloading and running a maliciousapplication that, while appearing to be from a legitimate source,is actually collecting credit card numbers, login credentials andvarious other sensitive information. Cyber Liability Coveragespecifically addresses and mitigates these increased risks and is akey element of every companies’ insurance program.As a local and independent firm with 140 employees and 12locations, The Richards Group has the expertise, markets andtechnology to best position client insurance and employee benefitsprograms. Prepare for tomorrow, by contacting The RichardsGroup today.Dave Greenaway joined The Richards Group as Senior Commercial LinesRisk Management Consultant to provide insurance guidance and protectionto his clients throughout the Northeast. Prior to joining TRG, Dave workedfor national insurance broker Gallagher, then Cross Insurance as riskplacement strategist. He is a graduate of the University of MassachusettsAmherst (BA) and has earned the Certified Insurance Counselor (CIC)designation from The National Alliance for Insurance.The Richards Group603-357-4512therichardsgrp.com9
Proud to Serve The Greater Keene Community!TRACY ORKINS, KATE DONATH, MIKE YAROSEVICH, JULIANNE VANCE,JOHN ROUND, MELISSA KRESS, LIZ COPPOLA, ED COPPOLA, JEFF BRUM.NOT PICTURED: SUSAN RIGG, NICOLE MCGRATH AND CHRISTINE FULLAM.Home, Auto & Business Insurance Employee Benefits Retirement PlansWe’ve got you covered.“Whether you’re focused on protecting your home, family or business,The Richards Group can help. We have the expertise, insurance markets,technology and local team to protect our client’s interests and provideexceptional service to the greater Keene region.” - John RoundPrepare for tomorrow, by contacting us today.85 Washington St.Keene, NH 03431(603) 357-4512TheRichardsGrp.com10Greater Keene Chamber of Commerce
Chamber NewsLeadership Monadnock:2020 Wrap Up and Looking Ahead to 2021The Chamber’s Leadership Monadnock cohort met on August11th at the Keene State College Camp on Wilson Pond for the firstin-person session since March – outdoors, socially distanced andmasked.Speakers addressed current events in our area and included PhilWyzik of Monadnock Family Services, Mayor George Hansel,President Melinda Treadwell of Keene State College, Rob Malayof SAU29 and Lisa Witte of SAU93.The final regular session of Leadership Monadnock for this yearwill take place at the KSC Camp on September 8th, followed bya meeting in October focused on personal reflections from thisyear’s participants.2021 ProgramThe 2020/2021 Leadership Monadnock Program start date hasbeen postponed to early 2021. We will begin the applicationprocess in early November – after taking a thorough look at theprogram to be sure that we can deliver on our commitment to aICONICCHRISTMAS MARKETScomprehensive and educational experience for participants. Detailsand application will be in the Nov/Dec Outlook newsletter.If you are interested in participating in the upcoming 2021 cohort, orwould like to receive communications regarding the program, emailleadershipmonadnock@keenechamber.com or call (603) 352-1303.Detailed Minded ProfessionalsDecember 6 - 13, 20207-night Danube River cruise aboard the AmaCertofrom Nuremberg, Germany to Budapest, Hungaryfrom 3,348 per person (category D)For reservations or more information, contact:Lisa Fitzgerald & Lisa raldtravel.comOutlook News September/October 2020Commercial Cleaning Services with a Full Guarantee ofConfidence and Security802-369-992511
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Member EventsMonadnock Humane SocietyThe 32nd Annual MHS Walk for Animals ReimaginedSaturday, September 19, 2020, 9:00 am - NoonMonadnock Humane Society is planning an exciting new take onthis year’s 32nd annual fundraiser – The Walk for Animals! OnSaturday, September 19, 2020, MHS will host the Walk for AnimalsReimagined - a virtual version of this important annual event.The Walk for Animals isa crowdfunding event. Inthe weeks leading up to theWalk itself, animal loversin the community askfamily, friends, coworkers,colleagues – everyone theyknow – to sponsor them (allmoney raised goes towards the care of the homeless animals of ourcommunity). On Saturday, September 19, the “day of ” event willinclude a “kick off ” video program at 9:00 am that will include funstories, a “Pancake Art” tutorial, a video montage of happy tails andMHS mission moments, and a few surprises. After that, walkers areencouraged to take their own favorite walk so that they can be safe,socially distant and still support the MHS community. Followingeveryone’s walk, there will be a virtual video address at noon byKathy Collinsworth (Executive Director of MHS), and contestwinners will be announced.Your support makes it possible to provide pets in need with safeshelter, medical care, rescue and rehabilitation, boarding anddaycare, training services, a pet food pantry, Animal Safety Netprogram, and most importantly, loving forever homes.Registration is 15 per person. For more information, contactLisa Beckwith at (603) 352-9011, ext. 107, email:teams@humanecommunity.org, or visit the event website iety.orgHannah Grimes CenterRadically Rural RemoteThursday, September 24, 2020Radically Rural Remote will be held using webinarsoftware with the opportunities for attendees from across thecountry to watch and join in through the chat features. Eachsession will have tech support staff assisting speakers and servingattendees with the goal of creating lively, interactive, and expertlypro
Beaumont Army Medical Center in Fort Bliss, Texas, in roles including As part of a new state-wide, hospital-based program, Cheshire Medical Center is a COVID-19 community testing site, as of Monday, August 10, 2020. Community members seeking a test can request an appointment by calling Cheshire Medical Center's COVID-19 community testing
