Celebrating 25 Years of Cultural Appreciation
Seacoast African American Cultural Center marks anniversary and honors the vision of its founder
Author: Robert Ortiz, Photographer
Positive Pathways Blazed with Steadfast Support
MY TURN guides formerly incarcerated men, and others, to find stability and purpose
Finding A Space To Be You
LGBTQ+ center in Manchester opens doors for community connection
A Journey of Belonging
New Americans overcome legal forms, language barriers and personal sacrifices for the obligation to engage in civic life.
Through Silk and Lace and the Mist of Prejudice
Jezmina von Thiele addresses myths and realities of being Romani
A progressive pep band
The Leftist Marching Band brings energy to activism
Music therapy builds connection for those who need it most
Music can open up a pathway for connection for those facing communication difficulties…
Amplifying Artists
U+I Arts hosts free creative workshops for people with disabilities
Step simply, step lively
Contra dancing brings together a community of all ages
Watch Her Pull Words from the Ether
Masheri Chappelle, chairwoman of NH Writers’ Project, is where she’s needed.
Language learning opens doors
Meelia Center sees high demand for English classes as a way to access everyday necessities
CHOICEs is transforming Manchester’s youth through mentorship and second chances
Mentorship aims to divert young people away from violent activity
Turkish flavors close to home
Anatolia Restaurant in Somersworth serves up Turkish and Mediterranean cuisine from the lower level of a former train station
Orchestrating diversity and growth
Nicholas So shares NH Philharmonic’s efforts in musical education and experience
A Passion for Access
Derry resident Danny Chrissanthis doesn’t have a physical disability, nor did he know anyone with any such condition 12 years ago when he became involved with what’s now been an over-decade-long automotive project.
A Community Coalesces
Seacoast Chabad Jewish Center continues its growth with new café
Leading From the Ground Up
Louis Esposito and his vision for ABLE NH’s Future
Breaking Waves, Breaking Barriers
First BeachAbility event at Hampton Beach State Park a splashing success.
Igniting the Possibilities
Randy Pierce tackles challenges with grit, courage and trust
In Their Own Words… With Tap Legend, Aaron Tolson
Aaron Tolson jumps in feet first as director of dance at Saint Anselm College
A Future in Finance
Fidelity partners with the Boys & Girls Club of Manchester for fellowship program
Science by the Shore
Researchers study invasive species and plastic pollution to promote healthy aquaculture
Roller Derby Offers Welcoming Teams for All Identities
Trans skaters find a place in roller derby
European Luxury for All Legs
VienneMilano, an online boutique dedicated to thigh-high stockings and more
Shout Out: A path to empathy and understanding
Promoting Diversity and Representation through the Bookshelf Diversity Project
A Fusion of Cultural Fashion
In the vibrant melting pot of Manchester, cultural diversity thrives, and nowhere is this more evident than in the realm of fashion.
New Hampshire’s Abenaki People Are Still Here
New Hampshire’s Abenaki people and their allies work to bring hidden history into the open
King at “The Pearl”
Children’s book by Portsmouth minister and Maine writer tells the story of 1952 visit by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
Helping New Hampshire’s Immigrants Find Career Success
Jean Hakuzimana of NH Songa is helping immigrants find meaningful work across the Granite State
New England Sweetwater Farm and Distillery Creates Award-winning Spirits
What adds an inspiring dimension to this exceptional distillery is its status as an African-American, family-owned business.
New Road To Owning a Home
Latino-owned Coa Realty Group helps Granite Staters access bilingual resources and support on the path to home ownership.
Partners in Business and Life
Antique dealers, Lionel Loveless and Greg Pruitt, reflect on their long road to acceptance in NH
Alas de Frida Offers Deeper Dive Into Authentic Mexican Cuisine
The couple have brought El Rincon’s lively atmosphere to Alas de Frida, and put a different spin on shared Mexican dishes in New Hampshire.
Stanley Arnoldo Orantes and Jaime Lopez Bring Authentic Latin American Fare to Exeter
Lopez and Orantes met through a mutual friend and found out they had the same vision of opening a restaurant.
Portsmouth’s Poet Laureate Diannely Antigua
Transforming a painful past into a poetic refuge of healing and understanding
Chiwoniso Kaitano Wants to Lead MacDowell to Greater DEI
Chiwoniso Kaitano is on a mission to elevate MacDowell, a bastion of artistic diversity, to the next level.
Bubble Up: NH Is Falling in Love With Exotic Asian Tea
New Hampshire is falling in love with Exotic Asian bubble tea and has grown in popularity, shop owners say.
Shout Out: A Brotherhood of Song
NH Gay Men’s Chorus Marks 25 Years
A Place to Call Home
When Zulmai Noorzaie, his wife, Zahra, and their six children arrived in Manchester in October 2021, the Afghan family felt delight, anxiety and pure culture shock.
From Middle East to NH
A Syrian couple’s journey is aided by SNHU’s DEI Mission
New Hampshire’s Ethnic Food Markets: Keene International Market
All Bellies Welcome
New Hampshire’s Ethnic Food Markets: Aissa Sweets
Where the Capitol City and Syria Converge
New Hampshire’s Ethnic Food Markets: Aneka Market
The Lilac City’s Far East Connection
New Hampshire’s Ethnic Food Markets: Mercy of God African Market
Center of the Yam Universe
Portsmouth’s Assistant Mayor Joanna Kelley
‘Live Free or Die’ Must Apply to All New Hampshire People
Essay: How One NH Immigrant’s Story Inspires Others Who Will Follow
There are people you see in the world who say something or do something which changes your life forever. When I saw Tina Philibotte, chief equity officer at Manchester School District, present the forthcoming speech, I was in a space…
Spice up Your Summer Grill With a Dash of Diversity
Every culture has a unique style, distinct flavors and culinary magic to create exciting dishes when they take to their backyard barbecues. Just about everybody loves to break out the barbecue and get grilling once warm, sunny weather returns to…
David Vargas: James Beard Semi-Finalist for Outstanding Chef
While David Vargas has gained plenty of notoriety for his Mexican-style cuisine here on the Seacoast, he never imagined he would be recognized by his culinary peers as one of the top chefs in the nation.
Meet Mark Newport: Portsmouth’s First Black Police Chief
Helping manage that influx while keeping the community safe is a key responsibility of the Portsmouth Police Department, which is now led by Police Chief Mark Newport, the first African American to hold that post.
Sarah Dak Turns Hair Braiding into an Art
On any given day, Glow Braids salon on Manchester’s Chestnut Street is buzzing with activity as the hair stylists give a myriad of customers the looks they want. But this isn’t just any typical hair salon.
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