Thousands of 25-35 year olds can’t find work in New Hampshire.  They are smart, capable and eager to stay and work here, but they find it challenging to stay in our state.

Let’s talk about how to solve this urgent problem.  Antioch University New England (AUNE)  is hosting the Stay in New Hampshire Strategy Breakfast, a statewide peer-to-peer strategy session during a free breakfast, 8:30 to 10:30 a.m., Friday, November 18.

The public is welcome. Join other people from around the state, including representatives from AUNE, New Hampshire Business for Social Responsibility,  Stay Work Play, Keene Young Professionals Network of the Greater Keene Chamber of Commerce, and AUNE’s Net Impact Chapter.

Kate Luczo, executive director of  Stay Work Play-New Hampshire, will give a short keynote talk. Stay Work Play-NH is a nonprofit organization which furthers the goal of the 55% Initiative to encourage at least fifty-five percent of new graduates to stay in New Hampshire. Luczo was formerly program director for New Hampshire Businesses for Social Responsibility (NHBSR).

You’ll also be able to meet, Michelle Veasey, NHBSR’s new executive director, who will attend.

‘Catalysts for change’
Howard Schultz, CEO of Starbucks, wrote “…we must be catalysts for change in our own right and exercise our influence and responsibility as business leaders and entrepreneurs.”  Schultz calls for a “peer to peer job strategy” that uses a collaborative approach to get people back to work.   We want you to be part of this development strategy.

The goal is to identify concrete ways to keep our young professionals living and working in New Hampshire.  We want to address this problem and invite you to be part of the solution. We expect our strategy session to come up with concrete action steps on:

• How universities can best prepare their students and young professionals to meet the needs of New Hampshire businesses and nonprofits.
• How nonprofits and businesses in the state can learn about the skills and talents  New Hampshire graduates can offer, and create opportunities to hire them, even in tight financial times.
• How we can make sure that young professionals are part of the future of New Hampshire businesses and nonprofits.

Schedule
8:15-8:30 a.m.   Continental Breakfast served
8:30-9:00 a.m.   Welcome and keynote speaker
9-10:30  a.m.     Facilitated strategy-building conversation

The event is free and open to the public. Please RSVP to Stephanie Tickner, stickner@antioch.edu or call 603-283-2418.

About Antioch University New England (AUNE)
Antioch University New England offers highly respected doctoral, master’s and certificate programs in education, environmental studies, management and psychology. Located in Keene, New Hampshire, this unique institution serves approximately one thousand students each year. Our graduates have gone on to be leaders of positive change, working toward a more just and sustainable society. Founded in 1964, Antioch University New England is the oldest of Antioch University’s graduate campuses. Learn more at: www.antiochne.edu.

KeeneYPN received a request for volunteers from the Monadnock Humane Society – they have three events that they need help with.  Please contact the community committee if you’re interested in helping out at any of these events and/or recruiting other KYPN members to assist.

MHS Volunteer Needs

MHS desperately needs volunteers for three pivotal upcoming fundraising events described below.  Additionally, the Society always needs volunteers to support daily operations in areas such as Administration, Facilities/Yard Work, and/or Animal Care.  Please consider volunteering either for one or more of the events or in the daily operations.  Even a few hours of your time will make a huge difference in the lives of the animals!

To volunteer, contact Carol Armer, CEO of MHS, at (603) 352-9011 ext. 111.

Event 1:  The Walk For The Animals

Event Date:  Sunday, September 25, 2011   11:00am – 3:00pm

Location:  Monadnock Humane Society, Swanzey, NH

Event Description:

The Walk for the Animals is an annual fundraising event that features a 1/2 mile walk through the grounds and walking trails of the Monadnock Humane Society.  Additional event activities include canine agility demonstrations, children’s activities, miniature horses, face painting, pony rides, food, and the Mutt Minster Dog Show.  More information about this event is available at:  http://www.monadpets.org/events/walk.html

Volunteer Needs: (Approx. 10 volunteers needed)

●      Set-up help on Saturday, Sept. 24 and Sunday morning, Sept. 25

(Possibly also on Friday, Sept. 23, 2011 – depending on weather)

●      Volunteers to manage the different booths during the event

(Registration, Various Games, Food concessions, etc.)

●      Volunteers to manage parking

●      Tear-down and clean-up help on Sunday evening (Sept. 25) after the event is finished

Event 2: The Hair Ball

Event Date:  Saturday, October 29, 2011   6:00pm until Midnight

Location:  Hidden Hills Banquet Facility in Rindge, NH

Event Description:

The Hair Ball is one of the largest annual fundraising events for MHS.  The event is black tie optional and features a celebratory evening of great food, fun, dancing, and both a live and silent auction of exciting items like trips, jewelry, artwork, etc. that are donated by businesses and community members throughout the region.  This event was voted the Best Charity Event in the Best of Monadnock 2011 Award!

Volunteer Need:

●      Set-up help before the event – on Friday, Oct. 28, or Saturday, Oct. 29

***Additional longer-term creative volunteers needed***

●      Creative writer to manage development of item descriptions and layout of the event brochure

●      Hair Ball Committee Volunteers to participate in event development & planning

Event 3: Pancake Breakfast

Event Date:  Sunday, May 13, 2012 (Mother’s Day)   7:00am – 11:00am

Location:  Monadnock Humane Society, Swanzey, NH

Event Description:

The Pancake Breakfast is a new fundraiser designed to increase awareness of the organization and facility amenities as well as raising much needed funds.  Just as the name indicates, the event features a Mother’s Day pancake breakfast.

Volunteer Needs: (Approx. 10-12 volunteers needed)

●      Set-up help on Saturday, May 12, and Sunday morning, May 13, 2012

●      Volunteers to greet, seat, and serve attendees and cook and clear during the event

●      Volunteers to manage parking

●      Tear-down and clean-up help on Sunday afternoon (May 13) after the event is finished