The Greater Merrimack-Souhegan Valley Chamber of Commerce

06/12/2026

Check out flyers from local businesses and organizations.
Events, ways to give, shop local, dine local & so much more!

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06/12/2026

✨ We were thrilled to celebrate the Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting for A&M Beauty and Wellness in Amherst, New Hampshire on Friday, June 5! ✂️🎉

The room was alive with celebration as Chamber members, friends, family, and community supporters gathered to welcome this beautiful new business to our region. Guests enjoyed delicious bites, refreshing gelato provided by The Greek Pantry, and plenty of great conversation while touring the space and learning more about all that A&M Beauty and Wellness has to offer.

It was wonderful to see so many guests come out to support A&M on this exciting milestone. We’re proud to welcome them to our Chamber community and look forward to seeing their business grow and thrive!

Be sure to check them out and join us in wishing them much success!
https://ambeautynh.com/

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06/10/2026

Please join the Greater Merrimack-Souhegan Valley Chamber of Commerce in welcoming our newest member, Greater Nashua Mental Health!
http://www.gnmhc.org

06/10/2026

✨ A Night to Illuminate Success! ✨

On Monday evening, nearly 200 Chamber members, business leaders, community partners, and guests gathered at The Event Center at Hampshire Hills Athletic Club for our 2026 Annual Dinner & Awards Celebration, illuminate! Celebrating the Spark of Success.

What a beautiful evening it was! Guests enjoyed cocktails and hors d'oeuvres on the decks and patios overlooking the waterfall, the wonderful sounds of the Amherst Town Band, delicious food, great conversation, and the opportunity to celebrate the incredible businesses, organizations, professionals, volunteers, and students who make our region shine.

We were also proud to recognize our 2026 Scholarship Recipients:
🎓 Arwen Feng – Traditional Scholarship Recipient
🎓 Madison Labrecque – Trade Scholarship Recipient

A heartfelt thank you to our amazing sponsors for helping make this special evening possible:

⭐ Presenting Sponsor: Millyard Bank
⭐ Table Gift Sponsor: Primary Bank
⭐ Centerpiece Sponsor: Triangle Credit Union
⭐ Bar Sponsor: Todd H. Leo & Associates
⭐ Hors d'Oeuvres Sponsor: Bangor Savings Bank
⭐ Dessert Sponsor: Ledgewood Bay Assisted Living & Memory Care
⭐ Live Entertainment Sponsor: YMCA of Greater Nashua
⭐ Welcome Sponsor: Woodman's Florist, LLC
⭐ Photography Sponsor: Lynne Duval Photography, LLC

Congratulations to the 2026 Award Recipients

Business of the Year
Lobster Boat Restaurant - Merrimack

Business Leader of the Year
Mike Apfelberg, United Way of Greater Nashua

Non-Profit of the Year
Bridges: Domestic & Sexual Violence Support of Greater Nashua & Milford, NH

Small Business of the Year
Lajoie Home Team

Volunteer of the Year
Todd H. Leo & Associates

Young Professional of the Year
Jeff Marquis, Bangor Savings Bank

Congratulations to all of our nominees, award recipients, scholarship winners, and new Board members. Thank you for helping us celebrate the spark of success throughout the Greater Merrimack-Souhegan Valley region!

06/10/2026

06/05/2026

✂️🎉 Ribbon Cutting Celebration! 🎉✂️

Yesterday, we were honored to celebrate not one, but two thriving businesses with an official Greater Merrimack-Souhegan Valley Chamber of Commerce Ribbon Cutting for Amanda Marquis Photography and Glow and Grace Photography - by AMP Studios in Bedford!

Amanda has built two unique photography brands, each serving clients in meaningful ways. Amanda Marquis Photography captures life's special moments through authentic, heartfelt imagery, specializing in luxury bo***ir photography that empowers women of every shape, size, and background to feel confident, radiant, and beautiful.while Glow & Grace Photography focuses on empowering girls ages 12 to 19 through age-appropriate, confidence-building photography.

We were thrilled to gather with Chamber members, friends, family, and community supporters to tour the studio, learn more about Amanda's entrepreneurial journey, and celebrate this exciting milestone.

Congratulations to Amanda and her team on the continued growth of both businesses! Your passion, creativity, and dedication to your clients are truly inspiring, and we are proud to have you as part of our Chamber community.

Please join us in wishing Amanda continued success as both Amanda Marquis Photography and Glow & Grace Photography continue to grow and make an impact throughout our region!

📸 Be sure to follow both businesses and see the incredible work Amanda is creating.
https://www.facebook.com/amandamarquisbo***ir
https://www.facebook.com/glowandgracephotography

06/05/2026

Another fantastic Lunch 'N Leads is in the books! 🎉

Yesterday, we welcomed a great crowd of Chamber members, guests, and several new members for an afternoon of networking, relationship building, and business connections.

A special thank you to our incredible Lunch Sponsor, The BrickHouse Restaurant & Brewery in Milford, for once again providing a delicious lunch for our attendees. Your continued support helps make these events such a success!

We'd also like to thank our Door Prize Sponsor, The Dance Company NH in Amherst, for helping us add a little extra excitement to the event. Through their sponsorship, we're able to raffle off a gift card to pre-registered guests from one of our member businesses at each Lunch 'N Leads—a fun way to support and spotlight our local business community. Congrats to the winner!

Thank you to everyone who joined us. We love seeing new faces, strengthening existing connections, and helping our members grow their networks. We look forward to seeing you at our next Lunch 'N Leads!

06/03/2026

HAPPY 603 DAY! Today we celebrate everything that makes New Hampshire special - from our small businesses and nonprofit organizations to local attractions and outdoor adventures. Today is the perfect opportunity to support local businesses, discover a new favorite spot, and celebrate all that makes the Granite State thrive. We are grateful to be part of such a vibrant and connected community!

06/01/2026

We had a fantastic time on Friday celebrating the grand re-opening of Grille 122 at Ponemah Green Family Golf Center in Amherst! With a new menu, a more family-friendly atmosphere, and the addition of the new patio space, Ponemah Green is now more than just a golf facility. It's a true community gathering place. Congratulations to the team at Amherst Country Club & Ponemah Green! Be sure to stop by for some golfing fun, including driving range, mini golf and golf shop! Also, thank you to everyone who joined us to celebrate! https://www.playamherst.com/

05/26/2026

✨ The excitement is building! ✨

We are counting down the days until our Annual Dinner & Awards Celebration — illuminate! Celebrating the Spark of Success — as we come together to honor the incredible businesses, organizations, and individuals who help our region shine brighter every day.

From inspiring leaders and dedicated volunteers to outstanding businesses and rising young professionals, this year’s nominees truly represent the very best of the Greater Merrimack-Souhegan Valley region. 💡

We can’t wait to celebrate their achievements, share in the excitement, and announce this year’s award recipients surrounded by our amazing Chamber community.

Congratulations again to all of our nominees — we are so excited to celebrate YOU! 🎉

📅 Monday, June 8, 2026
📍 Event Center at Hampshire Hills, Milford
🎟️ Some tickets are still available — but seating is limited!
✨ Some Tickets Still Available
🎟️ Reserve Yours Today
https://gmsvcc.org/chamber-events/signature-events/annual-awards-dinner-and-celebration