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Kelly recently sat down with Tori Berube, Program Manager at OLLI to talk about their Spring 2025 course offerings and some exciting news for their organization. OLLI at the University of New Hampshire (UNH) is a member-driven, volunteer based educational program for lifelong learners who are eager to explore ideas
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Granite State Ambassadors had the pleasure of chatting with Tori Berube, Program Manager for OLLI at UNH about their organization, it’s opportunities, and the upcoming Fall Catalog.
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Today we have Alex Lahood, Director of Business Operations for Whaleback Mountain in Enfield NH with us. Whaleback recently hosted a Granite State Ambassador Certification Training for us and we had such a wonderful experience and are excited to share a bit of what we learned with you.
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OLLI at the University of New Hampshire (UNH) is a member-driven, volunteer based educational program for lifelong learners who are eager to explore ideas and interests in a safe and relaxed environment, with a community of peers. Volunteer curriculum committees develop programs in response to member interests. Courses are non-credit.
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Kelly Bryer, GSA Executive Director, was recently interviewed by Jada Lindblom, UNH Cooperative Extension. Learn more about our program, our organizational priorities, collaboration with the tourism, industry, and more! The interview is posted here.
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On March 2, 2023, Granite State Ambassadors was featured on NH Chronicle. It was a fun day of shooting and we are thrilled with the results. Thank you Jean Makin of WMUR! https://www.wmur.com/article/nh-chronicle-the-granite-state-ambassadors/43062273
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Meet Toniann DeSousa, Program Director of OLLI https://olli.granite.edu/ OLLI at Granite State College (GSC) is a ‘learning for the fun of it’, member-driven volunteer based educational program for lifelong learners age 50+ who are eager to explore ideas and interests in a safe and relaxed environment, with a community of
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Meet Heidi Milbrand, President of the NH Bed & Breakfast Association https://www.staynh.org/ The New Hampshire Bed & Breakfast Association was organized in 2002 on the 22nd of February. The goal of the NHBBA is to promote awareness of bed & breakfasts and small inns to the public, and to seek
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Meet Anne Englert, Clark’s Bears https://clarksbears.com/ The Clark Family invites you to enjoy a day of FAMILY FUN! Where else can you watch a famous Black Bear Show, be chased by the Infamous Wolfman while on a train, plus enjoy great rides and museums? Guests like to cool off on
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Meet Ashlee Rowley, Executive Director of Lake Sunapee Region Chamber of Commerce, and Elyse Crossman, Executive Director of Greater Claremont Chamber of Commerce LoveSullivan website Sullivan County in the central western part of NH is where the beauty of natural attractions, our rich history & culture, amazing food, events of
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Meet Krystal Balanoff, Conservation Program Manager nhlakes.org/lake-host NH LAKES Mission: To keep New Hampshire’s lakes clean and healthy, now and in the future. We work with partners, promote clean water policies and responsible use, and inspire the public to care for our lakes. NH LAKES: Why We Do What We
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Meet DJ Grandmaison, Sales & Marketing at Lef Farms https://lef-farms.com/ We believe that any lettuce that has to travel cross country to get to you can’t be called fresh. That’s why we grow our lettuce right here in New Hampshire 365 days a year and deliver it to your local
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Meet Michelle Bersaw, UNH Cooperative Extension – 4H, and KidZone Coordinator https://www.nhfarmandforestexpo.org/ The KidZone at NH Farm, Forest & Garden is an interactive spot for kids of all ages to learn about agriculture through hands on-activities. There is a variety of self-lead stations set up for families to engage with
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Meet Jeff Barraclough, Executive Director https://moffattladd.org/ A National Historic Landmark open to the public as a museum since 1912 The purpose of the Moffatt-Ladd House and Garden is to interpret American, New Hampshire, and Portsmouth history through the lives and possessions of the inhabitants of the house, both free and
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Meet Amy Loader, Associate Director, UNH Extension, and Ken LaValley, Vice Provost of Outreach and Engagement/Director of UNH Extension https://extension.unh.edu/ Since 1915, the University of New Hampshire Cooperative Extension (UNH Extension) has improved people’s lives by providing research-based information and non-formal education programs on topics important to the state. Through
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Meet James Wrigley, Director of White Mt. Lodging Operations at Appalachian Mountain Club https://www.outdoors.org/destinations/massachusetts-and-new-hampshire/ The Appalachian Mountain Club is dedicated to the protection, enjoyment, and understanding of the outdoors. Set up base camp at one of our scenic lodges, each with a style of its own, then walk out the
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The Inn at East Hill Farm is a unique inn and retreat center where guests can have an authentic farm experience along with resort amenities. Join Emily as she interviews Sheri St. Laurent about the Inn and the Monadnock Region. To earn hours for watching this video, please fill out
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Meet Denise Meadows, Co-owner of CC&D’s Kitchen Market https://www.facebook.com/CCandDsKitchenMarket Good food made with love & laughs. Mouthwatering take-out lunch & dinner and home to Charcoal Charlie and his award winning, true southern barbecue. Offering full service catering too. It’s about remarkable food and happy people. Come on in! “Charcoal” Charlie
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Meet Pam Lorimer, owner of the Jack Daniels Motor Inn and Monadnock Travel Council member https://www.jackdanielsinn.com/ https://www.monadnocktravel.com/ Jack Daniels Motor Inn provides the perfect lodging experience for your visit to Peterborough, New Hampshire. Highly rated accommodations alongside the peaceful Contoocook River are a convenient walking distance from the shops, galleries
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Meet Tom Boucher, CEO and Owner of Great NH Restaurants https://www.greatnhrestaurants.com/ Great NH Restaurants, Inc. was created in 2008 as the marketing and management company solely dedicated to T-BONES, CJ’s, Cactus Jack’s, Copper Door Restaurant, and T-BONES Meats, Sweets & Catering. Its role is to provide each restaurant with the
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