Members and Friends -

We received this information from the NH Lodging and Restaurant Association. We are forwarding it to you for your information and to pass along to others who may be affected by the change in the law and the addition of a 5% tax on the interest and dividends earned. If you plan to attend any of the hearings, please let us know and we will try to form carpools.

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From: NHLRA [mailto:info@nhlra.qm4.net]

Sent: Wednesday, December 30, 2009 5:19 PM

To: Executivedirector@souhegan.net

Subject: LLC Hearings

Additional LLC Tax Rulemaking Hearings!

Due to the large turn out at the first rulemaking hearing Commissioner Clougherty has added on the following hearings to allow for others around the state to have an opportunity to be heard. If you would rather not speak at least show them through your attendance that this is bad tax policy.

If you are interested in speaking at any of these events, send an e-mail including the date of the meeting you plan to attend, as well as your name, address, and phone number and send to FormsCmte@rev.state.nh.us. The order of speaking will be determined by the order of advanced registration and then based upon those that register at the public hearing.
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Tuesday, January 5, 2010 – 1:00 pm @ White Mountain Community College, Berlin, NH

Directions:  http://www.wmcc.edu/about/location.html

Thursday, January 7, 2010 – 6:00 pm @ Plymouth State University Hyde Hall, Plymouth, NH

Directions: http://www.plymouth.edu/about/visitor/directions.html

Saturday, January 9, 2010 – 10:00 am @ Kennett High School Auditorium, Conway, NH

Directions: http://www.khsmwv.com/files/tokhs.pdf

For more details visit: http://www.nh.gov/revenue/laws/proposed.htm

If you would like to sign on to an on-line petition in opposition to this tax, please go to stopthellctax.com.
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New Hampshire Lodging & Restaurant Association
PO Box 1175
Concord, NH 03302
P: 603-228-9585
F: 603-226-1829

Good Morning and Happy Holidays to Everyone!

Start the New Year off with a Resolution to use the Chamber’s monthly newsletter to spread the word about your business and the great services you offer. Deadline for January is Monday, December 28. Let us hear from you about:

• Promotions and new people joining your team
• Tips and advice to Share with others from your expertise
• Articles of interest from your field of work
• Events and special programs for members and the public to participate

There is no charge for your announcements. Display ads are available for a single month or buy a year and get two months free! The low cost rates are in the back of each newsletter at the end of the Member Directory. Take advantage of the over 400 distribution to publicize your business.

We wish everyone a holiday to remember and a New Year that brings peace and prosperity to all.

Last Minute Shopping Got You Down? Don’t fight the traffic, the crowds at the Malls and the lines – Take a look around and you will find the shops, eateries and services you are looking for right here! Our Chamber members and their neighboring businesses are ready to help fill the stockings and get the presents wrapped for you to enjoy the holidays without being harried and hassled. Check the website for a list of our merchants, eateries and professional services available locally: www.souhegan.net. The service is better,  no shipping and you are helping those who are the foundation of our business community. They support our local charities and supply much needed jobs. Get the gifts and gift certificates here!

And Happy, Happy Holidays – Healthy New Year to All!

If you are not aware, there is a hearing today about an LLC tax that was made part of the budget without hearings. The changes proposed will have a big impact on LLC’s and Partnerships. The following is the site from the DR w/all the information:  http://www.nh.gov/revenue/laws/proposed.htm. An online petition is being circulated and if you wish after finding out more, you can sign on at this website: www.stopthellctax.com.

We have received important information today that we want to share will you.  One is about our neighbors who are in the NH National Guard unit out of Milford.  This unit is assigned to Charlie Company, an infantry company that is made up of units in New England.   The unit will be deploying to Afghanistan at some point in late January or early February of next year after completing their final preparations at Camp Atterbury, IN.  In Afghanistan they will be responsible for training and mentoring Afghan Security Forces as well as conducting security missions with active duty units.  They will likely be located in the southeastern portion of Afghanistan.  Efforts are underway to make sure they get home for the holidays to see their families before being deployed. The information below is from the NH National Guard Association and tells how you can help.

Nominate your choice for 2010 Outstanding Women in Business. The deadline for nomination is January 8, 2010.

Mark your Calendars to join one or both of our networking groups.
Give SHARE a last-minute boost to help during the holidays!
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Live Free or Die Laughing Comedy Show
• When: Friday, December 18 at 8:00 pm
• Where: VFW Harley Sanford Post in Milford, NH (1 Perkins Street)
• Sponsored by: Saint-Gobain Crystals, VFW Harley Sanford #4368 and Live Free or Die Laughing
• Tickets are $10 at the door
• For more details on the group performing, please go to http://livefreeordielaughing.com/ 100% of the proceeds go to the SHARE Outreach Food Pantry
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Networking Opportunities
Choose your day and format for getting together with others who are serious about building their business.
Tuesday, Dec. 15 at 7:00 AM – Souhegan Valley Chamber Referral Group – A commitment to growing your business through meeting every Tuesday morning. Each field is represented by one person in the group. Guests are welcome to come and meet the participants.
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Wednesday, Dec. 16 at 8:00 AM – AM Network – Meeting on the third Wednesday of each month to learn about each other, share information and referrals and learn from the 20 minute workshop on an issue of mutual interest. “Social Networking Do’s and Don’ts” this month by Lenwood Brown III, FixMedia. Len will answer your questions about the right way to market your business through the social media sites and to keep with in the accepted practices. The meeting will be just one hour in length. Come bring your questions for Len and make new connections.
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Don’t let the weather keep you from celebrating with us at our Holiday After Hours tonight! The snow will be tapering off and changing to rain, so you won’t need a sleigh. Come join in the spirit of the season and greet members old and new, guests and friends, network and connect. Santa has been there to get ready for us with a cup of cheer, great refreshments (Catered by Elisha’s) and prizes. See you tonight!

Lake Sunapee Bank
32 Elm Street, Milford
(right off the Oval)
5:00 to 7:00 PM

The 33rd Annual Pine Hill Waldorf School Holiday Fair
77 Pine Hill Drive (off Abbott Hill Road), Wilton
Friday, Dec. 4 6:30 to 9:30 pm
Artisan Market (for Adults) – Live music, delicious food, unique, hand-crafted holiday gifts

Saturday, Dec. 5 10:00 am – 4:00 pm – Children of all ages will delight in one of the largest holiday fairs in the region complete with live music, puppet shows, magic acts, games, snacks and prizes. Juried artisan wares for the grown-ups!

The 33rd Annual Pine Hill Waldorf School Holiday Fair
77 Pine Hill Drive (off Abbott Hill Road), Wilton
Friday, Dec. 4 6:30 to 9:30 pm
Artisan Market (for Adults) – Live music, delicious food, unique, hand-crafted holiday gifts
Saturday, Dec. 5 10:00 am – 4:00 pm – Children of all ages will delight in one of the largest holiday fairs in the region complete with live music, puppet shows, magic acts, games, snacks and prizes. Juried artisan wares for the grown-ups!