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Your week in the Free State · October 12–18, 2026

Chris Lopez
Welcome & Engagement Director, Free State Project
Originally emailed Sunday, October 11, 2026.

Sometimes finding your people starts with a shared project. Sometimes it starts with a walk in the mountains.

This week, we have opportunities for both!

On Thursday, October 15, join me at the Quill for our FSP Volunteer Party. We’ll be packing New Mover Bags with shirts, passports, maps, and other goodies to help our newest neighbors feel at home. If time allows, we’ll also test a new system for contacting incoming participants. Come lend a hand, enjoy some snacks, and help us welcome people to the Free State.
Then, on Saturday, October 17, the Granite Freedom Trek brings Free Staters, prospective movers, and friends together for a day of hiking, conversation, and autumn scenery in the White Mountains. There’s still time to get your ticket and join us for a day of mountains, friendship, and fall scenery.

There’s plenty happening closer to home, too:

Browse the October 12–18 events below and choose something that interests you.

Not sure which gathering would be a good first visit?

Email me and tell me where you’re located. I’d be happy to help you find a place to start.

For Liberty!
Chris Lopez

Taproom Tuesday
4–8 PM | Murphy’s Taproom & Carriage House
393 State Route 101, Bedford
Meet fellow liberty lovers over drinks and appetizers. Enjoy $5 drafts and wine, plus $10 cocktails and appetizers. Bring a friend!
Hosted by Bill and Gail.

Pemi Valley Porcupines
6–8:30 PM | Biederman’s Deli
1 Chase St, Plymouth
Join fellow liberty lovers for dinner and conversation at this twice-monthly gathering.
Hosted by Aubrey Freedman.
FSP Porcupine Report
7–8 PM | YouTube
Join Eric Brakey for a conversation with the movers and shakers of New Hampshire’s liberty community.

Sound Money Business Networking
4–6 PM | Second-floor conference room
1800 Elm St, Manchester
Connect with business owners and sales professionals working to build a New Hampshire economy that transacts in gold and silver.
Hosted by John Nelson.
FSP Volunteer Party
6–8 PM | The Quill
131 Amory St, Manchester
Help pack New Mover Bags with FSP shirts, passports, maps, community information, and coupons. If time allows, we’ll also test a new system for contacting incoming participants. Snacks provided!
Hosted by Chris Lopez.
Rochester Liberty Outreach Meetup
6–9 PM | Revolution Taproom & Grill
61 N Main St, Rochester
Meet local families, entrepreneurs, and activists interested in liberty. Come for good ideas, good people, and good eats.
Hosted by Seamus Casey.
After-Party at the SHELL
7–10 PM | The SHELL
3 Front St, Lower Mill Room B789, Rollinsford
Head over after dinner for social games, karaoke, and conversation. BYOB.
Hosted by Stephen Nass.

Liberty Power Hour
Noon–1 PM | AFP Office
8025 S. Willow St, Manchester
Join liberty activists and legislators for briefings, networking, and organizing to advance freedom in New Hampshire. Lunch provided by AFP; please RSVP so they can order enough.
Hosted by Pedro and Shawn.
Lower Valley Meetup
6–9 PM | Acworth — location TBD
Connect with like-minded neighbors from southwestern Sullivan and northwestern Cheshire counties at this monthly gathering. Check the calendar for location updates.
Hosted by Shanna Gary.
Manchester Monthly Shoot
6:30–7:30 PM | Manchester Firing Line Range
2540 Brown Ave, Manchester
Join the third-Friday range gathering. The regular rate is $25 per hour; use promo code #FSP5 for a $5 discount.
Hosted by James.

Granite Freedom Trek
Original email listing: 8 AM–5 PM | Mt. Pierce Trailhead, Carroll. See the update above for the revised route and meeting time.
Spend an autumn day in the White Mountains with Free Staters, prospective movers, and friends. Come for hiking, conversation, and community. TICKETS.
Hosted by Olga Sorens.
Lakes Region Porcupines
Noon–1:30 PM | The Flip Side
566 Main St, Laconia
Meet fellow Porcupines for liberty, laughter, and local fun at this monthly third-Saturday gathering.
Hosted by Rick Notkin.
Manchester Marketplace
2–5 PM | The Quill
131 Amory St, Manchester
Shop with local Porcupine vendors and pick up your farm share at our monthly community market. #ShopLibertyLocal
Hosted by Emily Smith.
North Country Monthly Potluck
4–7 PM | The ’Pine
70 Main St, Lancaster
Bring a dish, reconnect with old friends, and meet new ones at the North Country Porcupines’ monthly potluck.
Hosted by Staci Webb.
Freedom Film Festival
5–9 PM | The Quill
131 Amory St, Manchester
Enjoy pro-freedom films from across genres and eras, then discuss the ideas with fellow film lovers. Attendees are welcome to make announcements or host a buy/sell/trade side table.
Hosted by Adam and Jack.

The Gruck (Garnet Ruck)
1:15–3:15 PM | Garnet School
456 Critchett Rd, Candia
Walk with a weighted pack at a distance and weight that work for you. Come for exercise, a challenge, or camaraderie. Learn more about the Gruck on the calendar.
Hosted by Michael Rohan.
Social Sunday
5–6 PM | Local Burger
82 Main St, Keene
Enjoy the company of fellow liberty lovers at this long-running activist social.
Hosted by Chris Wade.
Manchester Crypto Meetup
5–7:30 PM | Strange Brew Tavern
88 Market St, Manchester
Connect with individuals and businesses interested in cryptocurrency and its everyday uses.
Hosted by Matt Ping.
Samurai Sunday Movie Event
5–9 PM | The Quill
131 Amory St, Manchester
Settle in for classic, foreign, and artistic films, snacks, and conversation with fellow movie lovers.
Hosted by Peter Towers.
Nashua Liberty Social
6–8 PM | Location varies within the Nashua area
Join the weekly Nashua gathering. Check the calendar event for the location, usually updated by 2 PM Sunday.
Hosted by Jeff Creem.

Remember that this is only a partial list.

For all FSP events and more details on those highlighted here, be sure to check out the NH Liberty Calendar.