🇺🇸 Threads of Our Nation – 2026 HUHO Gala 🇺🇸

Renewing Communities & Restoring Lives

Join us as we celebrate 12 years of giving back through one of the most remarkable events of the year! Our Gala brings together local musicians, artists, entrepreneurs, sponsors, and community members, all united by a common purpose. We aim to shine a spotlight on the incredible talent in our area while supporting missions that are renewing communities and restoring lives!

We are so excited to have Mikiko Sato as Our Distinguished Pianist for the 2026 HUHO Gala VIP Hour

2026 HUHO Gala — Threads of Our Nation

Date: Saturday, March 7, 2026

Location: Castleton Event Center, Windham, NH

Event Schedule

VIP Hour — 5:00 PM

Join us for an exclusive welcome for our VIP guests, featuring:

  • 🎶 Live Music with Lyric Baritone Andrew Gaydos, and Boston Ballet Accompanist Mikiko Sato
  • 🍹 Signature Cocktails & Appetizers
  • 🥂 Complimentary Drink Tickets 
  • 🏆 Early Silent Auction Access — including Winner Takes All packages
  • 🍸 Cash Bar available all evening
  • Enjoy our speaker who is the Host of The American Dream TV's "Selling the 603", Kristi Whitten! 

Gala Celebration — 6:00 PM

Enjoy an inspiring evening that includes:

  • 🛍️ Silent Auction with exciting items
  • Raffle with 50/50 Cash Raffle

Join Us for an Inspiring Evening

Event Highlights

Featuring our exciting exhibit with 2026 HUHO Gala Honorary Artist:  Deborah Hewey

Experience an unforgettable evening filled with delightful activities and delicious culinary treats. The event will feature an exciting silent auction showcasing various getaways, unique experiences, and a thrilling 50/50 raffle.

Handcrafted Jewelry

Discover exquisite handcrafted jewelry by Patricia Hysom, perfect for those looking to adorn themselves with beautiful, unique pieces.

Mission Spotlights & Honoree Celebrations

We will be celebrating our Veterans with the Presentation of Colors and the anthem sung by Lyric Baritone Andrew Gaydos

During the event, we will shine a light on our mission and celebrate the accomplishments of honorees in our community.

Food For Children

Cairo Egypt's Women's Wellness Health Clinic

New Life Women and Children's Home

Butterflies are Free to Fly (BFF) 

2026 Local Citizen of the Year Honoree:  Pete Dalrymple, Executive Director of Food For Children

2026 Local Lifetime Achievement Honoree :  Grace Rosado, Founder and Executive Director of New Life Women and Children's Home

Beverages and Appetizers

Savor specialty HUHO drinks along with a variety of delectable appetizers to start your evening right during our VIP Hour!

Delicious Buffet Dinner

Enjoy the Castleton's Delicious dinner buffet including:

  • Mixed green garden salad & warm garlic knots (served during presentation)
  • Pan Roasted Vegetable Medley
  • Steak with Merlot Sauce
  • Chicken Picatta
  • Herb Roasted Red Bliss Potatoes
  • Macaroni and Cheddar Bar
  • Castleton's Delicious House Dessert

Dessert and Refreshments

To top off the meal, indulge in hot coffee and tea, followed by a selection of beautiful desserts to satisfy your sweet tooth.

Mikiko Sato is an accomplished composer, music director, pianist, and singer-songwriter from Yokohama, Japan. She earned her Master’s Degree in Classical Music Composition from Tokyo College of Music. Her passion brought her to Berklee College of Music where she graduated summa cum laude in December 2020 with a Professional Diploma in Songwriting. She released her debut single, “My Wishes for You,” in August 2021, followed by her first album, “Mikiko’s World”, in November 2021. One of the original songs from that album, “Daydream,” was selected as a semi-finalist in the International Songwriting Competition 2022. In the Boston area, Mikiko currently works as the Preschool Music Lead Faculty and the Elementary School Private Lessons Music Faculty at Park Street School. She also serves as a pianist for the Boston Ballet School, and offers workshops, classes, and concerts for the City of Boston, among other activities. For more information: mikikosounds.com https://linktr.ee/Mikikosounds
Mikiko Sato is an accomplished composer, music director, pianist, and singer-songwriter from Yokohama, Japan. She earned her Master’s Degree in Classical Music Composition from Tokyo College of Music. Her passion brought her to Berklee College of Music where she graduated summa cum laude in December 2020 with a Professional Diploma in Songwriting. She released her debut single, “My Wishes for You,” in August 2021, followed by her first album, “Mikiko’s World”, in November 2021. One of the original songs from that album, “Daydream,” was selected as a semi-finalist in the International Songwriting Competition 2022. In the Boston area, Mikiko currently works as the Preschool Music Lead Faculty and the Elementary School Private Lessons Music Faculty at Park Street School. She also serves as a pianist for the Boston Ballet School, and offers workshops, classes, and concerts for the City of Boston, among other activities. For more information: mikikosounds.com https://linktr.ee/Mikikosounds