The Greater Merrimack-Souhegan Valley Chamber of Commerce is excited to launch our 2025 Shop Local Holiday Campaign, encouraging residents across the region to support local businesses throughout the holiday season.

This year’s campaign highlights special offers from member retailers, restaurants, service businesses, and nonprofits for Black Friday, Small Business Saturday, Cyber Monday, and Giving Tuesday. Our goal is to make it easier than ever for shoppers to find local deals, gift ideas, and ways to give back—all in one place.

The Chamber has created a dedicated Shop Local Holiday Campaign landing page, where community members can browse promotions submitted by participating businesses. New offers will continue to be added throughout the week as members share their holiday specials.

“Shopping local keeps our communities strong,” said Liz Calabria, President & CEO of the GMSVCC. “Every purchase made close to home directly supports a business owner, a family, and our local economy. We’re proud to shine a spotlight on the incredible businesses that make the Greater Merrimack-Souhegan Valley Region such a vibrant place to live, give, and shop.”

Residents are encouraged to explore the campaign page, share it with friends and family, and choose local first when doing their holiday shopping.

👉 Visit the Shop Local Campaign Page: www.gmsvcc.org/shop-local-holiday-campaign-2025

Book by November 16, 2025 and save!

The Greater Merrimack-Souhegan Valley Chamber of Commerce is thrilled to announce our next Chamber Travel adventure — an unforgettable journey through the Imperial Cities of Central Europe: Prague, Vienna, and Budapest, departing April 15–25, 2026.

This exclusive 11-day tour, operated in partnership with Collette Travel and Eagle Eye Travel, invites travelers to experience the rich history, stunning architecture, and vibrant culture of three of Europe’s most enchanting capitals. With round-trip air from Logan International Airport, 15 included meals, and thoughtfully curated excursions, this trip promises a once-in-a-lifetime travel experience.

🏰 Highlights Include:

• Prague, Czech Republic – Walk across the famed Charles Bridge, explore the Gothic beauty of St. Vitus Cathedral, and dine on traditional Czech cuisine with live folklore entertainment.
• Vienna, Austria – Visit the magnificent Schönbrunn Palace, attend a classical music performance featuring Mozart and Strauss, and choose your own adventure: cruise the Danube, tour the Belvedere Museum, or take a Viennese waltz lesson!
• Budapest, Hungary – Discover Buda Castle, Fisherman’s Bastion, and Parliament House, and cap off your stay with a romantic evening cruise on the Danube River—wine glass in hand.
• Plus visits to Cesky Krumlov and Bratislava, and a Renaissance dinner at a castle in Visegrad.

💼 Travel Details

• Dates: April 15–25, 2026
• Length: 11 days / 15 meals (9 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 5 dinners)
• Pricing:
• Double: $4,849 per person
• Single: $5,749
• Triple: $4,799
• Book by October 16, 2025 and save $150 per person!
• Prices include air from Boston, taxes, and transfers.

Travel protection is available for $549 per person, and flight upgrades (Premium Economy or Business Class) can be arranged.

🌍 Ready to Book?

Space is limited and reservations are first-come, first-served.
To reserve your spot or request a brochure, contact:
Kim O’Hara, Eagle Eye Travel
📞 (603) 682-4836 | ✉️ This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Or visit: https://gateway.gocollette.com/link/1358213

2025 Best of the Greater Merrimack-Souhegan Valley Region Winners & Finalists Announced!

We are thrilled to reveal the winners and finalists of the 2025 Best of the Greater Merrimack-Souhegan Valley Region, celebrating the outstanding local businesses and individuals who enrich our community.

Congratulations to all our winners and finalists! Your dedication, innovation, and commitment to excellence continue to raise the bar for our region.

Winners & Finalists

Below is the full list of categories followed by the Winner and Finalist—each clearly indicated. https://gmsvcc.org/2025-best-of-awards

Our Sponsors Make It Possible

This year’s Best of the Region celebration would not be possible without the generous support of our sponsors:

• Presenting Sponsor:

  

• Awards Sponsor: Junction 71
• Cocktail Hour Sponsor: Millyard Bank

We thank them for their partnership in honoring and promoting the best of our community.

A Special Thank You

We’ve done our best to reach out to all winners and finalists. If we’ve missed your inclusion—or if your business name is incorrect—please email us at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. so we can promptly correct it.

Winners’ Guide Opportunity!

In addition to your award, we’re creating a special Winners’ Guide to showcase the winners and finalists of the Best of the Greater Merrimack Souhegan Valley Region Awards. The guide will be printed (400 copies) and distributed at the event, and it will also be published as a flipbook on our website.

If you'd like to promote your business by purchasing an ad in the guide, ad space is available! It’s a great opportunity to further showcase your achievement to the community. For more details or to reserve your ad, please contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

What’s Next?

Our winners and finalists will be formally honored at the 2025 Best of the Region Banquet, scheduled for September 24, 2025, at Murphy’s Taproom & Carriage House in Bedford, NH. It's an evening of celebration, connection, and showcasing the best our region has to offer.

Tickets for the event are now on sale here:  https://gmsvcc.org/chamber-events/signature-events/best-of-the-greater-merrimack-souhegan-valley-region-awards-dinner

Celebrate With Us

Join us in celebrating these remarkable individuals and organizations who make the Greater Merrimack-Souhegan Valley such a vibrant and thriving community. Tag your favorites on social media and share your congratulations!

What a Night to Remember!

Our Annual Dinner & Award Celebration which was held on Monday, June 2, at The Event Center at Hampshire Hills in Milford was nothing short of spectacular!

With the backdrop of perfect early summer weather, our guests enjoyed a beautiful evening filled with delicious food, warm conversation, and an elegant ambiance that set the tone for a night of connection and celebration.

We extend our deepest thanks to all who attended and helped make the evening so special — your presence and energy brought the event to life!

A heartfelt congratulations to our 2025 Award Winners — your leadership, dedication, and commitment to excellence continue to uplift and inspire our entire region:

Business of the Year – Classic Signs, Inc.

Business Leader of the Year – Aprille Barker, Freelance Paralegal, LLC

Nonprofit of the Year – Touchstone Farm

Small Business of the Year – Greater Nashua Technology Consulting LLC

Volunteer of the Year – Kevin Bianchi

Young Professional of the Year – Casey St. Onge, SERVPRO

Your accomplishments remind us of the incredible talent, heart, and spirit within our Chamber and the Greater Merrimack-Souhegan Valley community. We are proud to celebrate you!

To everyone who helped make this evening possible — from our generous hosts at Hampshire Hills to our volunteers, and every guest — thank you.

Thank you sponsors:

Presenting:

Table Gift:

Hors d'oeuvres:

Champagne Toast:

Dessert Sponsor:

Centerpiece Sponsor:

Your support helps us strengthen and grow the local business community each year.

Here’s to another year of growth, collaboration, and community!

These beautiful photos were taken by Lynne Duval Photography, LLC