Upper Valley Young Professionals

🥳 Don't miss out! See you at the Free Time Fair TOMORROW (Sat 6/22) from 11am-2pm at Tracy Hall.

🔍 Come explore 36 fantastic local groups to find your next hobby, club, volunteer opportunity, or cool thing to do in the UV community. There's something for everyone! Arts, athletics, games, volunteering, clubs, & more.

❤️ The fair is free and open to all ages.

➡️ More into: https://www.uvyp.org/free-time-fair-2024

🗞 We're in the news! Check out the article in this morning's Artful newsletter about our upcoming Free Time Fair ⬇️

"You don’t have to bowl alone.* Or bowl at all. But everyone agrees that you need social contact, and maybe a sense of purpose, both to maintain your own good mental health and to keep your community vibrant..."

🥳 We hope to see you at the Free Time Fair next Saturday, June 22 from 11-2 at Tracy Hall in Norwich.

How to Stop Bowling Alone: The Free Time Fair Coming to Tracy Hall, June 22

🥁 drumroll please...

We're excited to announce the lineup of 35 fantastic local groups participating in the Free Time Fair! 👀

There's something for everyone. Swipe to see the list ➡

📅 Save the Date: June 22nd
📍 Location: Tracy Hall, Norwich, VT
⏰ Time: 11am-2pm
🎟️ Free & open to all ages

More info: https://www.uvyp.org/free-time-fair-2024

🍻🎉 Join Us for a UVYP Happy Hour at Harpoon Brewery Taproom! 🎉🍻

Hey Upper Valley! Looking for a great way to unwind, network, and meet like-minded individuals? We've got just the event for you!

📅 Date: May 31st
🕕 Time: 6:00 PM
📍 Location: Harpoon Brewery Taproom, Windsor, VT

Come out to the Harpoon Brewery Taproom for a fun-filled happy hour where you can mingle, share stories, exchange ideas, and discover common interests with fellow young professionals. Whether you're new to the area or a long-time local, this is the perfect opportunity to expand your network and make new friends in a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere.

✨ What to Expect:
🍺 Delicious craft beers
🤝 Great conversations
💡 Inspiring ideas
🎉 A fantastic time!

Don't miss out on this chance to connect with your community and enjoy some of the best brews Vermont has to offer. Bring your friends, your stories, and your enthusiasm—let's make this happy hour unforgettable!

For more details and to RSVP, visit https://tinyurl.com/23yk9j8w . See you at Harpoon Brewery Taproom on May 31st at 6 PM!

🌲🏞️ Can’t wait to see you for a Scenic Hike at Hudson Farms! 🏞️🌲

Ready for fresh air and to explore the great outdoors while making new connections? Mark your calendars for a refreshing hike at Hudson Farms on Saturday, May 18th from 4-6 PM.

🌿 Event Details:
📅 Date: Saturday, May 18th
🕓 Time: 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
📍 Location: Hudson Farms

Hudson Farms is an exquisite natural retreat known for its beautiful landscapes and tranquil trails. After our invigorating hike, we'll keep the good vibes going with some drinks at a nearby spot. 🍹

Here's what you need to bring for a great time:
💧 Bottled water
👟 Appropriate hiking shoes
🧥 Dress in layers
🍎 Snacks or any other hiking gear you may need

This is the perfect opportunity to enjoy nature, unwind, and connect with fellow young professionals. Don’t miss out on the fun—see you on the trails!

For more information, visit thttps://tinyurl.com/5bt4abne. Let's hit the trails and make some great memories together! 🌟

🏌️‍♀️⛳ Thank You for Teeing Off with Us! ⛳🏌️‍♂️

A big thank you to all the amazing golfers who joined us for the UVYP Golf League at Montcalm Golf Club! Your enthusiasm, sportsmanship, and love for the game made each round truly memorable.

We hope you enjoyed the breathtaking scenery, the camaraderie, and the friendly competition as much as we did. Your participation not only made our league a success but also contributed to the vibrant community spirit of UVYP.

Missed out on this round? Don't worry! There are still plenty of opportunities to swing into action and experience the beauty of Montcalm Golf Club with us. Register now for our upcoming dates and be a part of the excitement!

📅 Upcoming Dates:
Mondays through September
See Eventbrite for blackout dates and more details - https://tinyurl.com/2ybmkjm4

Secure your spot early, gather your golf buddies, and get ready for more fun-filled rounds on the greens.

Thank you once again for being a part of the UVYP Golf League. Let's continue to make memories, build connections, and enjoy the game we love together!

Fore! See you on the fairway!

🌟Unwind, socialize, and network with UVYP!🌟

📅 Save the Date: May 9th
🕔 Time: 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
📍 Location: SNAX Lebanon

Join us for an evening of camaraderie and compassion at SNAX Restaurant as we host a special happy hour in support of a cause close to our hearts: The Prouty!

As Upper Valley Young Professionals, we believe in the power of community connections and making a tangible difference in the lives of those facing cancer. That’s why we’ve teamed up with The Friends of Dartmouth Cancer Center to raise awareness and support for The Prouty, an event that touches the lives of cancer patients and their families in meaningful ways.

🥂 Let’s come together to raise awareness for this vital cause while enjoying delicious bites and refreshing drinks at SNAX. Every toast, every conversation, and every contribution brings us closer to making a real impact in our community.

Whether you’re a seasoned supporter of The Prouty or new to the cause, we welcome you to join us for an evening of purposeful networking and meaningful connections.

Mark your calendars for May 9th and let’s make a difference together! See you at SNAX!

For more information, please visit the link in our bio. Let’s raise our glasses and raise awareness for The Prouty! 🌟

🌟Unwind, socialize, and network with UVYP!🌟

📅 Save the Date: May 9th
🕔 Time: 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
📍 Location: SNAX Lebanon

Join us for an evening of camaraderie and compassion at SNAX Restaurant as we host a special happy hour in support of a cause close to our hearts: The Prouty!

As Upper Valley Young Professionals, we believe in the power of community connections and making a tangible difference in the lives of those facing cancer. That's why we've teamed up with The Friends of Dartmouth Cancer Center to raise awareness and support for The Prouty, an event that touches the lives of cancer patients and their families in meaningful ways.

🥂 Let's come together to raise awareness for this vital cause while enjoying delicious bites and refreshing drinks at SNAX. Every toast, every conversation, and every contribution brings us closer to making a real impact in our community.

Whether you're a seasoned supporter of The Prouty or new to the cause, we welcome you to join us for an evening of purposeful networking and meaningful connections.

Mark your calendars for May 9th and let's make a difference together! See you at SNAX!

For more information, please visit https://tinyurl.com/mrurutnw. Let's raise our glasses and raise awareness for The Prouty! 🌟

🌱🌍 Join us for Green Up Day Vermont with UVYP! 🌱🌍

📅 Date: Saturday, May 4th
🕙 Time: 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
📍 Location: Hartford Town Hall, White River Junction, VT

Ready to roll up your sleeves and make a difference in our community? Join us for Green Up Day Vermont with UVYP at the Hartford Town Hall on May 4th!

We'll kick off the day with a gathering at the town hall, where we'll provide bags and assign cleanup locations. Then, we'll carpool to our designated spots and work together to make our town cleaner and greener!

This event isn't just about cleaning up—it's about coming together as a community to make a positive impact on our environment. It's a fantastic opportunity to connect with fellow UVYP members, give back to our community, and raise awareness about environmental issues.

Plus, we'll keep you fueled and hydrated with complimentary coffee, snacks, and water. We'll have a limited supply of gloves, so please bring your own if you have them. And don't forget to wear sturdy footwear and dress in layers for comfort.

Let's make this Green Up Day our best one yet! See you there! 🌟

For more information and to RSVP, visit https://tinyurl.com/5a2hfr3n. Together, we can make a difference!

Do you want more young professionals to volunteer with your organization? Get a table at the Upper Valley Young Professionals (UVYP) Free Time Fair.

Connect with local young people looking for volunteer opportunities, clubs, and hobbies. It’s like a job fair but for fun things!

Event details:
📅 Date: June 22nd
⏰ Time: 11am-2pm
📍 Location: Tracy Hall, Norwich, VT
🔍 More info: here

This will be a great opportunity for your group to reach young UV residents looking to get more involved in the community. We expect to have guest numbers in the triple digits–you won’t want to miss it!

The deadline is coming up to get a table at the fair. Applications close on Monday, May 6th at 5pm. More info and apply here: https://forms.gle/96FSzgQpj13qpir16

One catch is that all groups tabling must offer sustained/ongoing opportunities for engagement. We want to help our members put down roots in the UV community so we're prioritizing long-term engagement opportunities over cool places that folks could visit once or twice (We have the UVYP Insider's Guide for things like that).

Please reach out to me at [email protected] or [email protected] with any questions!

🎉 Discover Your New Thing at the Free Time Fair! 🎨⛳🎶

📅 Save the Date: June 22nd
📍 Location: Tracy Hall, Norwich, VT
⏰Time: 11am-2pm

Are you looking to add a dash of excitement to your free time? Come check out the Free Time Fair! 🌟

Whether you're craving a new hobby, eager to join a club, or yearning to give back to your community, this event has something for everyone! Join us on June 22nd at Tracy Hall for an engaging event designed to connect YOU with local organizations, clubs, and volunteer opportunities.

🔍 Explore a variety of interests and activities
🤝 Network with like-minded individuals and organizations
💡 Discover hidden talents and passions
🎉 Pre register and stop by to see UVYP for a free raffle entry

Applications for vendors are now open! If you represent an organization, club, or volunteer opportunity and want to showcase what you have to offer to our vibrant young community, we want to hear from you!

Don't miss out on this chance to find your new passion and make meaningful connections. Mark your calendars and spread the word! See you at The Free Time Fair! ✨

For vendor applications and additional details, please visit https://linktr.ee/uvyp . Can’t wait to see you June 22nd for an unforgettable day of discovery and inspiration!

🎟 Tickets for next week's free professional development workshop are going fast!

Join us for an interactive & beginner-friendly workshop on how to get the most out of Google Sheets. After the workshop, join us across the street at 7pm for a social hangout with pizza and drinks (available for individual purchase). 🍕🍻

Workshop space is limited. Reservation is required.

More info & RSVP: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/uvyp-google-sheets-beginner-workshop-tickets-838038474637?aff=social

**CORRECTION: TRIVIA IS AT 7PM. SEE YOU THEN!

🍻 The rinks are closed today due to weather, but we still want to see you! Join us for trivia at SNAX. We'll meet at 7pm. You don't have to be a member of ice skating club to join.

➡️ We encourage you to RSVP on discord for our headcount. Here's the link to join our discord: https://discord.gg/FB3HDxVN72

🚀 Join us for an interactive & beginner-friendly workshop on how to get the most out of Google Sheets! Afterwards, join us for a social hangout with pizza and drinks (available for individual purchase). 🍕🍻

Workshop space is limited. Reservation is required.

More info & RSVP: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/uvyp-google-sheets-beginner-workshop-tickets-838038474637?aff=social

⛸ The rinks are OPEN, so we will see you on the ice tonight!

All skill levels welcome. Skates are available at the park to borrow for free. This is a drop-in club, so just come skate when you can. You don't have to come to every session

*This event is outside, so it is weather-dependent. Please RSVP on Eventbrite for each week you would like to attend. If we have to cancel a session because of weather, we will send an email to everyone who signed up for that session on Eventbrite.

More info & RSVP: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/uvyp-ice-skating-club-tickets-753430158887?aff=social

🍻 The rinks are closed today due to weather, but we still want to see you! Join us for dinner & drinks at Salt Hill in Lebanon. We'll meet at 6pm. You don't have to be a member of ice skating club to join.

➡️ We encourage you to RSVP on discord for our headcount. Here's the link to join our discord: https://discord.gg/FB3HDxVN72

⛸️ Register for upcoming ice skating club sessions here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/uvyp-ice-skating-club-tickets-753430158887?aff=social

⛸ Unfortunately, the rinks are closed due to weather, so tonight's ice skating club is canceled. We hope to see you next week. 🤞

Register for upcoming sessions here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/uvyp-ice-skating-club-tickets-753430158887?aff=social

📅 Save the date: We're collaborating with Stay Work Play NH for Policy & Pints on Monday, January 22 at 5:30pm at Sawtooth in Hanover 🍻

More info & RSVP (free) : https://www.eventbrite.com/e/policy-pints-pop-up-series-upper-valley-tickets-768400585837

💞 We're doing another UVYP Singles Event in January or February--in time for Valentine's Day!

➡️ We need your help to schedule the event. If you're interested in attending, please fill out this quick survey to let us know which day of the week works best for you: https://forms.gle/5WVjge6b1oW81qZy6

This survey will only be open for a couple days, so please fill it out ASAP. You can still register to attend the event if you don't fill out this general interest/scheduling survey, just keep an eye out for the official registration form coming in the new year.

Join us for a group hike up Mt. Cube in Orford, NH!

**The trail could be in icy conditions. Please make sure you have the right gear (spikes and/or poles) and feels comfortable hiking in potentially icy conditions.Please bring your own lunch/snacks, and plenty of water to eat at the top or along the

Please read instructions and register at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/uvyp-group-hike-to-mt-cube-tickets-776784692927?aff=oddtdtcreator

⛸ Join us for ice skating club starting on January 9th and running every Tuesday* through the end of winter.

All skill levels welcome. Skates are available at the park to borrow for free. This is a drop-in club, so just come skate when you can. You don't have to come to every session

*This event is outside, so it is weather-dependent. Please RSVP on Eventbrite for each week you would like to attend. If we have to cancel a session because of weather, we will send an email to everyone who signed up for that session on Eventbrite.

More info & RSVP: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/uvyp-ice-skating-club-tickets-753430158887?aff=social

❄️ THIS SATURDAY! Join us for our annual holiday party! Come meet new people and enjoy food & drink.

We'll have a holiday sweater contest. Wear your most over-the-top “ugly” holiday sweater to our holiday party. You could win a prize! 🎁

More info & RSVP: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/uvyp-holiday-party-tickets-750818477277?aff=social

💃 THIS WEEKEND: Join us for a meetup at December's Norwich Community Dances! Beginners welcome, all dances will be taught.

More info & RSVP: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/uvyp-meetup-norwich-community-dance-tickets-752612332747?aff=social

🕯️ THIS WEEK: Join us for a visit to Billings Farm & Museum in Woodstock, VT for Wassail Weekend!

More info & RSVP: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/uvyp-meetup-billings-farm-wassail-weekend-tickets-750785749387?aff=social

🧘 TONIGHT: Join us for a beginner-friendly class. Come stretch and meet new people.

More info & RSVP: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/uvyp-monthly-yoga-class-tickets-718173926547?aff=social

🎲 THIS WEEK: Join us for our monthly game night at !

Learn more & RSVP: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/uvyp-monthly-game-night-the-fourth-place-tickets-675358343987?aff=social

Join Our Team as a Volunteer Board Member!
UVYP is seeking dedicated community members to shape social events and boost our PR initiatives.

Why Volunteer with Us?
Empower Your Skills: Use your expertise to drive engaging events or implement impactful PR strategies.
Networking Opportunities: Build connections and enhance leadership skills.
Community Impact: Be a change-maker within our rapidly growing organization.

We're Seeking:
Social Event Planner: Create memorable experiences and engaging events for our members.
PR Expert: Craft compelling communications and amplify our group's visibility.

Join Our Dynamic Team Today! Ready to contribute and empower young professionals in the UV? Learn more and apply here. https://uvyp.org/our-team/join-our-team

⛰️ SATURDAY: Join us for a group hike up Mt. Tom in Woodstock.

More info & RSVP: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/uvyp-group-hike-to-mt-tom-tickets-754864428827?aff=social

📖 THIS WEEK: Join us for the next Short Story Club!

This is a book club without the pressure of reading an entire book. You don’t need to be a literature expert to join us, just someone who enjoys reading stories and talking about them; in some cases, the stories might just be an ice breaker to help us get to know others in the Upper Valley better.

Learn more & RSVP: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/uvyp-short-story-club-tickets-628606116817?aff=social