Good morning, Nashua.

New Hampshire nonprofit Nourish New England will host the World Christmas Market on December 13 from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. and December 14 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Anheuser-Busch Merrimack Biergarten (221 Daniel Webster Highway in Merrimack) to celebrate global holiday traditions with food, crafts and live music. Proceeds and a food donation drive will support local charities (including community food pantries).

The Special Olympics Champions Together Breakfast held Friday in Manchester honored athletes and volunteers — with keynote speakers Thomas Cantara and Ray Bourque stressing the value of inclusion and hard work.

The event aimed to leave every attendee with a cup filled with inspiration — a goal that brings the community together.

Foster and Adoptive Resource Exchange — a New Hampshire group — is collecting gifts for foster and adopted children this holiday season to help families have a joyful holiday.

Last year, parents picked six or seven gifts per child and families can drop off new, unwrapped toys at the studio on Friday, December 5.

Reni Mylonas runs Agape Cakes and Confections in Raymond—where she honors her Greek heritage by baking standard and miniature pies with flaky crusts in flavors such as pumpkin, pecan, blueberry, and apple crumb.

The bakery welcomes customers year-round and supports family gatherings with its warm, home-made treats.

Brendan Ryan from Conway works as a principal at Alpine Solutions and helps ski resorts across the country build custom snowmaking plans—his expertise guides resorts like Sugar Bowl to prepare for warmer, more humid conditions.

The Dubai chocolate trend melted its way across New Hampshire as locals enjoyed unique treats like fudge bars, ice cream sundaes, and vodka martinis.

At Van Otis Chocolates — where the recipe blends pistachio cream with toasted shredded phyllo dough for a crunchy texture — customers praised the creation and spurred social media buzz.

Jim Messina, known for his work with Buffalo Springfield and Loggins and Messina, will perform tomorrow at 7 p.m. at the Nashua Center for the Arts—he will play classic hits from his storied career along with new material.

The New Hampshire Council on Housing Stability released its 2025-28 plan to remove rules that slow building affordable homes + boost help for people at risk of homelessness.

The 40-member group will meet on Dec 1 at 9 to 10:30 a.m. at DHHS, 129 Pleasant St to set new workplans amid state and federal funding cuts.

A Dartmouth Health doctor warns that kratom—an herbal supplement sold at most gas stations—can be addictive for some users and advocates for more oversight with age restrictions, third-party testing, and proper labeling.

Nashua has already limited sales to adults 21 and older to help reduce the risk of addiction.

A former hazardous waste site in Nashua will be cleaned up for $31 million over about a year before developers start a $350 million project to build 546 mostly affordable homes—officials said the site, once a tannery contaminated with heavy metals, will be safe for construction after cleanup is completed.

Tonight, Nashua South will face the undefeated Bulldogs in the state semifinals at Bedford High School at 7 p.m. Head coach Josh Porter said his team has improved from an earlier close loss and that senior quarterback Cody Jackson is leading a talented squad ready for the challenge — hoping to turn past setbacks into a strong comeback.

27th Annual Novemberfest Race

11:33 a.m. – 3:33 p.m. — Martha's Exchange Restaurant & Brewery — Race day registration — Celebrate the spirit of November with a 4-mile race and post-race festivities.

Nashua Annual Holiday Fair

11 AM – 4 PM — Lafayette Club — Free entry — Experience festive fun and find great gifts at Nashua's 10th Annual Holiday Fair.

Photos with Santa for Charity

9-11 a.m. — Keller Williams Gateway Realty — Free photos — Grab a festive picture with Santa while supporting Operation Delta Dog.

Ugly Sweater 5K

9 AM – 3 PM — Backyard Brewery and Kitchen — 21+ event — Celebrate the holidays with a fun run supporting local animal rescues while sporting your ugliest sweater.

Holly Jolly Craft Fair

9 AM – 3 PM — DoubleTree by Hilton Nashua — Free admission — Shop unique American-made holiday gifts from over 75 artisans.

Holiday & Pet Resin Workshop

6-8 p.m. — Spyglass Brewing Company — All supplies included — Create personalized resin art while enjoying a festive atmosphere.