Events
Month of May – MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS MONTH!
LIGHT UP GREEN FOR
FOR MENTAL MONTH
LIGHT UP YOUR BUSINESS OR HOME FOR MENTAL HEALTH MONTH
Mental Health Resource Fair
Discover local resources available to support mental health & wellness and visit with representatives from organizations throughout the Monadnock region that offer mental health education & support.
- Date: Saturday, May 2nd
- Time: 9:00–12:00 PM
- Location: Keene Family YMCA
This event brings together students, families, and community members to support mental health and suicide prevention, and having local organizations present helps create a strong sense of connection and support.
- Date: Saturday May 9, 2026
- Time: 9:30 AM-12:00 PM
- Location: Alvirne High School, Hudson, NH
The Power of Community: Finding Hope in the Souhegan Valley
- Date: May 13, 2026
- Time: 8:30 AM- 12:00 PM
- Location: Boys & Girls Club of Souhegan Valley, 56 Mont Vernon Street, Milford, NH
Early experiences shape lifelong health, learning, and relationships. Join us to learn how our community can make a positive difference in the lives of children and teens.
- Gain insight into how positive relationships and environments build resilience.
- Learn about the impact of childhood trauma on health and well-being.
- Get practical tools to support children, teens, and families.
- Connect with local community resources.
National Day of Mental Health Awareness Wear Green for Mental Health
National Day of Mental Health Awareness is a meaningful opportunity to come together in support of mental wellness and to break the stigma surrounding mental health challenges. By wearing green—the color symbolizing hope, strength, and renewal—we show solidarity with those who may be struggling and remind one another that no one is alone. This day encourages open conversations, compassion, and understanding, while also highlighting the importance of seeking help and supporting one another.
- Date: May 15, 2026
- Time: ALL DAY
- Location: EVERYWHERE
All Donations Raised Go To Support Youth Mental Health
The 4th Annual Go Topless Day is a lively and empowering event that brings people together for a day of fun while raising awareness for an important cause. This annual gathering celebrates freedom, equality, and self-expression, encouraging participants to stand confidently and support one another in a positive, inclusive environment.
- Date: May 16, 2026
- Time: 1:00 PM
- Location: Sunset Grill, 2092 US-3, Campton, NH
Join Us To Celebrate NH Youth Artists!
EVENT DETAILS
- All submissions will be on display 5:00 – 6:30 pm in the lobby at the Kingswood Arts Center, Wolfeboro, NH.
- Auditorium Open: Vendor tables & live music during exhibit hours
- Awards Celebration: Begins at 6:30 pm
- Announcement of the 12 finalists
- Presentation of the Magnify Voices People’s Choice Award
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
- Each person attending must register
- RSVPs accepted until May 11, 2026, at Noon
- Questions: MagnifyVoices@gmail.com
- Complimentary Boxed Meal & Exhibit Hours: 5:00 – 6:15 pm
- Date: May 27, 2026
- Time: 5:00 PM 8:00 PM
- Location: Kingswood Art Center, Wolfeboro, NH
Connor’s Climb Foundation Youth Ambassador Program
Funds raised through Climb For A Cause will support Connor’s Climb Foundation Youth Ambassador Program, which empowers students to serve as peer leaders and mental health advocates in their schools. The funds will help provide youth-led initiatives that raise awareness, reduce stigma, and equip young people with tools to support themselves and one another.
- Date: May 31, 2026
- Time: 9:00AM
- Location: Mt. Agamenticus, York, ME
13th Annual Granite Youth Alliance 2026 Film Festival
An inspiring community celebration as youth change-makers from across New Hampshire’s Seacoast premiere original short films. The festival serves as both a creative platform and a public awareness initiative focused on youth health and well-being. Student teams produce films that address real issues affecting their peers particularly topics such as substance misuse prevention, mental health, peer pressure, and building healthy, substance-free lifestyles. The festival plays a unique role in New Hampshire as both an arts event and a prevention-focused initiative empowering young people to tell their stories and inspire positive change in their communities.
- Date: June 8, 2026
- Time: 6:00PM
- Location: Portsmouth Music Hall, Portsmouth, NH
Healing through music, connecting with community
A message from the Jason R. Flood Memorial…
Please join us for a fun day geared towards ALL AGES. We will have 12 music acts on 2 stages for non-stop live music of all types. We will have Karthasville Gameland with wiffleball and cornhole for teens and young adults. We will have the Taylor Library Kids Play Space with activities for the little kids and preteens. We will have about 20 different community organizations with information available. Jodi Darron’s Mindful Mama Wellness Space.
We will have Kendall Pond Pizza slices plus Just Chill’n Cool Treats and Beverages, and NEW this year we are adding Heaven’s Kitchen. We will have our Epic Table of Raffles plus our Merchandise Table.
Please consider yourself invited. Pizzastock 10 is FREE to enter but please remember that this is our largest fundraiser of the year.
- Date: August 1, 2026
- Time: 12:00PM-6:00PM
- Location: Pinkerton Academy, Football Field, Derry, NH
Supporting Students & Schools
UP-Granite Youth Conference
YouthWell New Hampshire is sponsoring this event. YouthWell Voices are participating.
What is the UP-Granite Youth Conference? The UP-Granite Youth Conference is a yearly youth conference held at the Omni Mt. Washington Hotel and Resort. We fill the main Ballroom with over 300 attendees annually! The conference provides middle and high school students with training and support to foster leadership, community engagement, and wellness. Participants will have the opportunity to:
- Attend a statewide conference focused on positive youth development, empowerment, and community impact.
- Listen to youth leaders speak and learn strategies to promote health, well-being, and resilience within themselves and their communities.
- Connect with peers to build a strong network of youth leaders.
- Participate in engaging breakout sessions, including:
- Podcasting
- Juvenile Justice Jeopardy
- Positive Relationships
- Enjoy a complimentary dinner—PIZZA included!
- Enter to win exciting prizes
- Receive a free t-shirt for every attendee
- And much more!
Who Should Attend?
- Middle and high school students
- Teachers
- Counselors
- Youth-serving organizations committed to youth leadership and wellness
Keynote Speakers: ALL Youth!
How to Get More Information For more details about the UP-Granite Youth Conference, please contact: Greg Williams, North Country Health Consortium
Phone: (603) 259-4797 Email: gwilliams@nchcnh.org
Conference Outcomes By participating in the UP-Granite Youth Conference, students can expect to:
- Increase their knowledge of physical and mental health resources
- Foster meaningful connections with peers and mentors
- Hear peers tell inspirational stories of resilience and perseverance
Folding Hope: Create Your Calm with Abby
Abby and YouthWell Voices will facilitate a hands-on, creative session where students will learn to make their own stress-relieving fidget using origami paper. This simple DIY tool can be used anytime to calm the mind, refocus, and support emotional regulation. Through creativity and connection, students will walk away with both a practical coping skill and a reminder that small actions can make a big difference in their wellbeing.
The UP-Granite Youth Conference is dedicated to educating, inspiring, and informing students about substance use disorder and behavioral health
High School Student Wellness Fair
The Raymond NH Coalition for Youth High School Student Wellness Fair is a dynamic event focused on supporting the overall well-being of local teens. This engaging fair brings together students, families, and community partners to explore important topics such as mental health, physical wellness, and positive lifestyle choices. Attendees can connect with local resources, participate in interactive activities, and gain valuable tools to help navigate the challenges of high school life. It’s a meaningful opportunity to promote healthy habits, build resilience, and strengthen connections within the community.
- Date: May 7, 2026
- Time: 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
- Location: Raymond High School, Raymond, NH
Pain Into Purpose
Knowing all too well that he’s not alone in his struggles, Kaleb now travels the country sharing his story and guiding others through theirs. As a mental performance coach trusted by some of the nation’s top prospects and teams, he equips athletes with the tools to pursue growth that transcends their game.
Through emotional intelligence workshops, team consulting, and one-on-one coaching, Kaleb helps individuals, communities, and organizations lean into vulnerability, build self-awareness, and cultivate an identity strong enough to carry them through all of life’s adversities.
YouthWell NH and other community partners are helping to sponsor this event
- Date: May 18, 2026
- Time: School Day
- Location: Somersworth High School, Somersworth, NH
Daisy Bronson Middle School Wellbeing Day!
Littleton High School and Daisy Bronson Middle School Wellbeing Day!
An interactive day full of speakers, and breakout sessions focusing on wellbeing. One of the common themes of the day is taking care of our mental wellbeing is just as important as our physical wellbeing, and how small, simple actions can add up over time.
Abby Bennett of YouthWell Voices will provide one of the breakout sessions for the day.
Folding Hope: Create Your Calm with Abby
Join Abby to create your own stress-relieving fidget using origami paper—something you can use anytime you need to calm your mind, refocus, and regulate.
- Date: May 19, 2026
- Time: School Day
- Location: Littleton High School, Littleton, NH
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