LACONIA — Irwin Toyota Scion of Laconia has been awarded the prestigious Toyota President's Award for superior Sales and Service Satisfaction for 2012.
Each year, Toyota Motor Sales recognizes its top Toyota dealerships with the coveted President's Award. It's one of the highest honors that a car dealer can receive from Toyota, and is only awarded to those that have demonstrated a commitment to maintaining Toyota's high standards for customer satisfaction. Irwin's staff and leadership is proud that Irwin Toyota has been recognized with this award, a tribute to excellent customer relations in sales and service.
"One of Toyota's primary goals is to emphasize the entire ownership experience, and here at Irwin Toyota of Laconia, we walk that talk, whether you bought your Toyota here in Laconia or another surrounding city. We want to make sure that our customers are satisfied not only at the time of purchase, but as long as they own their vehicle," said Chris Irwin, Vice President of Irwin Toyota.

NASHUA — Recognizing that networking and relationship building are keys to business success, Women Inspiring Women will be holding a Speed Schmoozing event on Thursday, March 28 at the Crowne Plaza, 2 Somerset Parkway, Nashua.
This event will be similar to 5-minute networking and involves women meeting one another for a short interval and then moving on to the next person in line in a very fun, exciting and comfortable way. It is a great opportunity to meet other business professionals in a short period of time and gain visibility.
Mingling and munchies will be from 5 to 5:45 p.m. and the schmoozing session runs from 5:45 to 8 p.m. Reservations are required as space is limited. Reservations are needed at wiwnh.com and are $30 for members and $45 for non-members if made before March 21.
According to Leslie Sturgeon, Founder of Women Inspiring Women, "Networking and building solid contacts are critical to career growth, business expansion and learning about other resources." She added, "Our event will provide attendees with a quick and effective way to meet other professionals to gain exposure for their businesses."

MEREDITH — The League of NH Craftsmen Meredith Retail Gallery will hold a variety of April craft classes.
— Frolic with Fiber: Felted Flowers for Embellishments, with Nancy Evans will be held Saturday, April 6 from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
This class will cover the basics of how to make wet felted flowers. Each student should bring a couple of old towels to class for the purpose of blotting water from their projects, and drying their hands as they work. The centers of the flowers are embellished with seed beads, and if desired students may bring their own. There will also be beads available from the instructor.
Tuition is $40 per student, and there is no additional materials fee. Pre-registration is required.
— Porcupine Ball Workshop with Kristine Lingle will be held on Saturday, April 20 from 1-4 p.m.
The Porcupine Ball is a traditional Polish Christmas ornament that will become a family heirloom. Its construction is a fun and surprising process, using only tissue paper, glue and string.
All materials are provided by the instructor, but students should bring paper cutting scissors.
Tuition is $25 per student, and there is no additional materials fee. Pre-registration is required.
— Beadweaving: Star Bright Earrings with Deb Fairchild will be offered on Sunday, April 21 from 12:30-3:30 p.m.
Learn how to form these charming 3-dimensional beaded stars to create a pair of earrings. Some beadweaving experience is helpful but not required.
Tuition is $30 per student, with an additional $12 materials fee to be paid to the instructor at the time of the class. Space is limited.
All classes are held at the League of NH Craftsmen Meredith Retail Gallery, which is located at 279 Daniel Webster Hwy, next to the Inn at Church Landing. To pre-register, call (603)279-7920, email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. , or stop by the gallery in person.
The League of NH Craftsmen Meredith Retail Gallery sells beautiful, one-of-a-kind fine craft that are functional, decorative, and built to last. All of the craft is made by hand by master craftsmen – juried members of the League – using traditional methods.
For more information about classes, demonstrations, or special events call the Meredith Retail Gallery at (603) 279-7920, email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. , visit www.nhcrafts.org/meredith, or stop in the Gallery located at 279 DW Hwy. Meredith.