MOTHER'S DAY - SUNDAY, MAY 8
Honor the mothers in your life with a gift from the League of NH Craftsmen. Find a special tribute at any one of the League's eight fine craft galleries or give the gift of an experience: tickets to the Annual Craftsmen's Fair (August 6-14) go on sale online on Mother's Day.
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SAVE THE DATE FOR THE ANNUAL CRAFTSMEN'S FAIR
Online tickets will be available on Mother's Day, May 8!
Get Involved! We are looking for Fair volunteers! Volunteers enjoy free admission the day/days they volunteer plus a complimentary ticket to enjoy on another day. If you are interested, please complete this form by June 24. Thank you!
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EVENTS AT OUR FINE CRAFT GALLERIES
Spring has arrived and the Fine Craft Galleries are full of new merchandise. They are also preparing great events to bring you out and about in New Hampshire!
See below and also visit this webpage for events happening throughout the summer.
The Littleton Fine Craft Gallery extends an open invitation to their
Mother's Day Tea Party
featuring all things "tea" on May 7 from 11AM-4PM.
Juried photographer Judi Lombardi will be at the Meredith Fine Craft Gallery on May 14 from 9AM - 5PM creating dog portraits as a part of the exhibition Woof, a celebration of dogs (see right). Learn more here.
The Nashua Fine Craft Gallery is participating in Nashua's Taste of Downtown event
on June 1 from 6-8:30 PM. This ticketed event draws hundreds of foodies from the region to sample the culinary offerings of downtown Nashua's best restaurants. Street musicians will entertain you as you stroll. There are prizes, giveaways, raffles, and a scavenger hunt.
Galleries in Concord, North Conway and Hooksett have a tremendous selection of beautiful handcrafted items for all of your spring events - graduations, showers, weddings and Mother's Day. Make your next event memorable with a one-of-a-kind gift that will bring joy to your loved ones.
 The Center Sandwich Fine Craft Gallery is celebrating its 90th season when it opens on May 21. The Gallery started in 1926 when Mrs. J. Randolph Coolidge, a founder of the League of NH Craftsmen, organized an exhibition of locally made rugs.
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CRAFTSMEN SPOTLIGHT
Joy Raskin creates contemporary and innovative jewelry, flatware, and metal sculptures. A native of New Hampshire, Joy has been working with metal since 1984. She also teaches jewelry making, metalsmithing, wireweaving, and various metal techniques at craft programs throughout New England.
"I strive to make designs that are unusual, timeless, and substantial in feeling or weight. I often use precious or semi-precious stones and gold to add color and variety to sterling silver, which is my metal of choice. I am a purist when it comes to metal, and like to allow the natural color of metal to show," says Joy.
Joy has received many awards and her work is included in many collections, including the White House and Smithsonian Institution.
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EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT FOR FALL NH OPEN DOORS
Over 70 craftspeople, artists, and businesses participated in the first-ever Spring NH Open Doors last month. It was a great opportunity to generate awareness and sales for participants.
Sign up now to participate in the
Fall NH Open Doors event on November 5 & 6. There is a discount if you sign up before July 1.
Click here for details and to sign up.
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MEET OUR NEW JURIED MEMBERS
Congratulations to these talented craftsmen who juried into the League. Welcome to the League community!
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Jason Breen, Wood/Furniture
(pictured right)
Deb Doscher, Baskets
Jessica Gemmill,
Metal Jewelry
Henry Van Wyck Spencer, Metal
Richard Gallione, Leather
(pictured right)
Anne Sherman,
Non-Metal Jewelry
Kathleen Litchfield
,Fiber/Weaving
(pictured right)
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ATTENTION JURIED MEMBERS
Chair Miriam Carter invites you to volunteer to serve as a part of the Juried Members Forum, which will hold its first meeting on May 18 at 11:15AM at League Headquarters in Concord. During this time of dynamic change within our organization, it is crucial that the voice of the craftsman is heard. This is a tremendous opportunity to share your opinions and represent our Juried Membership. Meetings will be held once per month in Concord. Please contact
Miriam Carter in advance to state your interest or ask any questions.
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Partnerships -
The Cog Railway
Save the Date - The Cog will be hosting its 1st Annual Handcrafted in NH Fest on July 15-16, featuring League Craftsmen and members of NH Made.
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What do we want to
create together?
Become a Supporting Member today and get your Fair ticket(s) as part of your membership.
Join or renew now!
Skip the line at the Fair and enter through our dedicated member gate.
Supporting membership in the League engages you on a whole different level, with "pop up" offers throughout the year for special sales, educational opportunities, and behind-the-scenes access to craftsmen and their creative spaces.
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Sponsorships & Collaborative Marketing Opportunities
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Stay Connected
Be sure to Like the League on Facebook for spotlights on craftsmen, to learn about events, and to see the latest work available in our fine craft galleries.
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League of NH Craftsmen Fine Craft Galleries
Center Sandwich, 32 Main Street, 603-284-6831
Concord,
36 North Main Street
, 603-228-8171
Hanover, 13 Lebanon Street, 603-643-5050
Hooksett, Hooksett Rest Area I-93 (Northbound), 530 West River Road, 603-210-5181
Littleton, 81 Main Street, Lower Level, 603-444-1099
Meredith, Route 3,
279 Daniel Webster Highway, 603-279-7920
Nashua, 98 Main Street, 603-595-8233
North Conway, 2526 White Mountain Highway, 603-356-2441
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