Cohase Chamber of Commerce upcoming events

8th Annual 48 Hour Film Slam (May 03, 2026)

Sun, 03 May 2026 22:30:00 GMT

We are ready for the 8th Annual 48 Hour Film Slam!

We are seeking folks who want to make a short film in just two days! No special ability required. Just be willing to work as a team (team size is whatever you want) to write, film, edit and turn in a seven-minute-long film. You will have 48 hours to get it done. You will be given a choice of two movie genres, a line of dialogue, a prop to use, a product to be shown and a particular location (easily accessible to every team). All the details (including some helpful hints) will be provided at the kickoff at 5:30pm on Friday, May 1st. Films must be uploaded (or hand-delivered if prior arrangements are made) no later than 5:30pm on Sunday, May 3rd.

Cash prizes will be awarded:

$100, $200, and $400

Please Find all information and rules for the Open Division attached below:

Film Slam OPEN Info Sheet 2026.pdf

Film Slam Rules 2026 (Open Category).pdf

If any questions come up or you need help registering for the Film Slam please do not hesitate to reach out at chamber@cohase.org!

To review the films from former Slams, please follow the links below! (The DropBox Link includes Liam's snippet from his film).

https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fo/7rd0olaw7y8p09659q49f/AKC0lLt05Tn3ya0djtXiUbM?rlkey=wowbm981ietvrnkcpnipu3ppp&dl=0

https://youtu.be/7-0oOb_qpoo

Special Thanks to this years sponsors!

Click on each logo to learn more about our sponsors!

8th Annual Student Film Slam (May 03, 2026)

Sun, 03 May 2026 22:30:00 GMT

We are ready for the 8th Film Slam!

We are seeking Students who want to make a short film in just one week! No special ability required. Just be willing to work as a team (team size is whatever you want) to write, film, edit and turn in a seven-minute-long film. You will have a week to get it done. You will be given a choice of two movie genres, a line of dialogue, a prop to use, a product to be shown and a particular location (easily accessible to every team). All the details (including some helpful hints) will be provided at the kickoff at 5:30pm on Friday, April 24th. Films must be uploaded (or hand-delivered if prior arrangements are made) no later than 3:30pm on Saturday, May 2nd.

Cash prizes will be awarded:

$100, $150, and $250

Please Find all information and rules for the Student Division attached below:

Film Slam Student Info Sheet 2026.pdf

Film Slam Rules 2026 (Student Category).pdf

If any questions come up or you need help registering for the Film Slam please do not hesitate to reach out at chamber@cohase.org!

To review the films from former Slams, please follow the links below! (The DropBox Link includes Liam's snippet from his film).

https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fo/7rd0olaw7y8p09659q49f/AKC0lLt05Tn3ya0djtXiUbM?rlkey=wowbm981ietvrnkcpnipu3ppp&dl=0

https://youtu.be/7-0oOb_qpoo

Special Thanks to this years sponsors!

Click on each logo to learn more about our sponsors!

Paddle the Border - Spring 2026 (May 17, 2026)

Sun, 17 May 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Paddle the Border Spring Sunday May 17th

GET READY!

The Paddle is held weather permitting-no rain dates are planned. The Spring Paddle is Sunday May 17th, going from Woodsville Community Field in Woodsville, to the Bedell Bridge State Park Boat Launch off Route 10, Haverhill Corner, NH.

There is a shuttle service from the takeout, to the launch sight. The Shuttle Service is available from 10am to 11am; This gives us a suggested launch time of 10:30 to 11:30am. The approximate paddle time for the spring and fall paddle is 3-1/2 to 4 hours. This Shuttle Service has been provided by Butler Bus Service (we thank them).

At the end of the paddle there will be music by the Strawberry Farm Band and cookout will be provided by Jazzy Children’s Fund.

PTB is sponsored by Haverhill Parks & Recreation, Newbury Conservation Commission and Cohase Chamber of Commerce. With support from: Haverhill Conservation Commission Upper Valley Land Trust, Upper Valley Trails Alliance, and Connecticut River Conservancy.

Come join the FUN! Bring the family, Bring a Friend!

PTB Contact list 2026.odt

PTB Spring Questions .odt

History

This is our 23 Year, and we look forward to see old friends and meeting new Paddlers.

Paddle the Border was started as a way for community organizations from Vermont and New Hampshire to work together to " Show Case" their shared asset, the Connecticut River. The paddle is held twice a year {spring & fall} as a way of introducing people to the Connecticut River. Showing them places to put in, take out, and Upper Valley Land Trust campsites, allowing them to get a feel for the river, its twists and turns in a fun festive atmosphere that will encourage them to come back. By encouraging paddlers to explore the Connecticut River, meet new friends and fellow paddlers, we are promoting the Natural, Cultural, Historical, Scenic, and Recreational resources of the Connecticut River Valley in a way that provides an economic boost to the area twice a year.

At the end of the paddle, we encourage folks from various local organizations to set up displays offering information about the Connecticut River, The Connecticut River Valley and events happening in the Upper Connecticut River valley.

As time goes on and the river flows, Our volunteers age and for some it is time to go. With springtime here and new flow to our river, Let’s hope the current will bring us new volunteers.

We are looking for new Volunteers to help with PTB!