Manchester True Collaborative

"Beloved Community" - Special Open Hours Feat. Crafts, Community Meal, and Presentation
2026-02-02 16:00 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | Manchester True Collaborative Center, 72 Concord Street, Manchester, NH, 03101, United States
We are excited to welcome James McKim at 7pm on Monday, February 2nd, who will be giving a presentation on what it takes to move from division to “Beloved Community.”
4pm – 7pm: Crafts and community art and writing projects ongoing.
5:30pm – 6:30pm: A light evening meal will be available featuring finger sandwiches, soups, desserts
7:00pm: Presentation by James McKim

Abstract submitted by James T. McKim:
Working Towards a “Beloved Community”
Abstract: What would it take to move from division to Beloved Community—not in theory, but in real life? Drawing on personal experiences across technology, athletics, philosophy, and faith-based leadership, and grounded in Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s vision of a community rooted in justice, equity, and love James McKim will guide participants through examining how bias and discrimination operate at interpersonal, institutional, and structural levels, reflect on the ways diversity shapes lived experience, and consider why communities often fall short of belonging. The session then shifts toward transformation, highlighting equity, inclusion, and belonging as essential practices using agape—bold, unconditional, redemptive love—as the force Dr. King believed could turn division into connection.

Heightened Scrutiny - Free Screening + Community Discussion at SNHU
2026-02-03 17:30 - 20:00 | SNHU: Robert Frost Hall, 2500 N River Road, Hooksett, 03106, United States

Crafty Community Hours - every Wednesday!
2026-02-04 15:15 - 19:00, 2026-02-11 15:15 - 19:00, 2026-02-18 15:15 - 19:00, 2026-02-25 15:15 - 19:00, 2026-03-04 15:15 - 19:00, 2026-03-11 15:15 - 19:00, 2026-03-18 15:15 - 19:00 | Manchester True Collaborative Center, 72 Concord Street, Manchester, NH, 03101, United States
Join us at MTC every Wednesday from 3:15pm to 7pm for drop in crafty community hours!
Each week will also have a different theme related to arts & crafts.
However, you do not have to craft to attend! All are welcome, feel free to bring homework, a book, a game, or just yourself and hang out with us!
Weekly crafting themes:
1st Wednesday of the month: zen coloring
2nd Wednesday of the month: bring your own crafts! (we have some limited supplies available for those who do not have any to bring)
3rd Wednesday of the month: embroidery/cross stitch/fiber arts
4th Wednesday of the month: journaling!

Manchester True Collaborative (if the front door is locked, please use the ring camera so you can be let inside!)
72 Concord St.
Manchester, NH

Open Hours!
2026-02-09 16:00 - 20:00, 2026-02-23 12:00 - 17:00, 2026-02-24 12:00 - 17:00, 2026-03-09 16:00 - 20:00, 2026-03-23 16:00 - 20:00 | Manchester True Collaborative Center, 72 Concord Street, Manchester, NH, 03101, United States
Join us for open community hours at the Manchester True Collaborative Community Center!
Come hang out, have a snack, play a game, read, or just relax!
Questions? Email programs@manchestertrue.org

Board Game Night
2026-02-12 18:30 - 21:00, 2026-03-12 18:30 - 21:00 | Manchester True Collaborative Center, 72 Concord Street, Manchester, NH, 03101, United States
MTC is excited to partner with Wholesome Queers New England for a board game night at the MTC center! Open to everyone! Allies welcome!
Join us on the second Thursday of each month at 6:30pm for a board game night at Manchester True Collaborative!
When: The Second Thursday of each month!
Time: 6:30pm to 9pm
Where: Manchester True Center (inside the YWCA building), 72 Concord St. in Manchester

Come enjoy a variety of board games, from casual party games to strategic favorites. Feel free to bring your own game or just show up and play! Come solo or with friends – we’ll make sure you’re not left out of the fun. Our group is about connection, joy, and unapologetic nerdiness.
This is a great opportunity to meet new friends, build community, and have a good time in a supportive and affirming environment.

All are welcome—LGBT+ folks and allies alike!

Monthly LGBTQ+ Family Social!
2026-02-14 13:00 - 15:00 | Manchester True Collaborative Center, 72 Concord Street, Manchester, NH, 03101, United States
Join us on the second Saturday each month at MTC for a meetup for LGBTQ+ families!
All ages welcome, with themed planned activities for younger kids. All families are welcome.
1pm to 3pm

Chloe's Closet - OPEN from 7pm to 9pm!
2026-02-23 19:00 - 21:00 | NH
Need free clothes from a safe and judgement-free place? Our free clothing closet will be open the last Monday of every month from 7pm to 9pm at the MTC Community Center.

72 Concord Street, Manchester NH 03101

National Day of Reading Event
2026-02-28 15:00 - 17:00 | Manchester True Collaborative Center, 72 Concord Street, Manchester, NH, 03101, United States
Save the date! Join Human Rights Campaign New England and Veronica LaForce for the National Day of Reading Event.

Out & Allied Monthly Social!
2026-03-01 15:00 - 17:00 | Manchester True Collaborative Center, 72 Concord Street, Manchester, NH, 03101, United States
Join us on the first Sunday each month from 3pm to 5pm to come and be social with like minded people! Bring a snack or non-alcoholic drink to share.

All LGBTQ+ folks and allies are welcome!
3pm to 5pm
Manchester True Collaborative
72 Concord St.
Manchester, NH

Friday Open Hours!
2026-03-06 15:00 - 18:00, 2026-03-13 15:00 - 19:00, 2026-03-20 15:00 - 19:00 | Manchester True Collaborative Center, 72 Concord Street, Manchester, NH, 03101, United States

Flannel Fridays Monthly Social
2026-03-06 18:00 - 20:00 | Manchester True Collaborative Center, 72 Concord Street, Manchester, NH, 03101, United States
Join us on the first Friday of every month for Flannel Fridays!
This ones for the girls! Lesbians, bisexuals, trans femme, masc, everyone is welcome! Just wear a flannel!
This is an adults only event (18+).
This is a chill social event once a month with tea, coffee, music, crafts, and snacks. Come hang out for a chill Friday night!

Trans Clothing Swap!
2026-03-07 14:00 - 16:00 | Manchester True Collaborative Center, 72 Concord Street, Manchester, NH, 03101, United States
We are excited to be hosting a trans clothing swap at the Manchester True Collaborative Community Center in partnership with Southern New Hampshire DSA.
Chloe’s Closet will be open Saturday, March 7th from 2pm to 4pm for a clothing swap!
Bring your old clothes if you have them and find something new that fits your style and identity!
(you do not have to bring old clothes to swap to participate, all are welcome!)

Family Social and Juggling Workshop!
2026-03-14 13:00 - 15:00 | Manchester True Collaborative Center, 72 Concord Street, Manchester, NH, 03101, United States

Tuesday Open Hours!
2026-03-17 16:00 - 19:00, 2026-03-24 16:00 - 19:00 | Manchester True Collaborative Center, 72 Concord Street, Manchester, NH, 03101, United States
We are excited to have extra community open hours this month!
Join us on Tuesday, March 17th, March 24th, and March 31st from 4pm to 7pm!
We have free crafts, board games, books and more! Come hang out for a chill afternoon at the MTC Community Center.

Life Audit Workshop: Redefining Wellness
2026-03-18 17:30 - 19:00 | Manchester True Collaborative Center, 72 Concord Street, Manchester, NH, 03101, United States
Please join us at Manchester True Collaborative for a special *FREE* presentation of The Pleasure Centered Life Audit Workshop. This guided self-reflection encourages you to look within to identify your happiness, joy, and pleasures. All participants will receive a printed copy of the workbook. *Must RSVP to receive the free printed workbook.
This will be during our craft open hours on Wednesday, March 18th from 5:30pm to 7pm.

MTC Fundraiser at You're Fired! Paint your own pottery and mosaics!
2026-03-20 - 2026-03-22 | You’re Fired Pottery, 25 S. River Rd, Bedford, NH, 03110, United States
We are excited to announce a fundraising collaboration with You’re Fired, a paint your own pottery and mosaics business in Bedford, NH!
March 20th through March 22nd, go paint some pottery, make some mosaics, and support MTC at the same time !
Just tell the staff at You’re Fired when you arrive that you are there to support Manchester True Collaborative.
Questions? Email programs@manchestertrue.org
