TUESDAY
FINANCIAL RECOVERY WORKSHOP: Learn skills needed to take control of your finances, repair your credit, save for the future – even recoup the cost of the workshop. Attendees at this three-hour Money Awareness Program will receive a complete do-it-yourself guide to financial recovery. A second person sharing materials attends at half price. Registration required. When: 5:30-8:30 p.m. Where: Tucson Medical Center, 5301 E. Grant Road Price: $30 Info: 400-8304, MoneyAwarenessProgram.com
STARTING A BUSINESS? THEN – START SMART!: This free SCORE seminar outlines the ins and outs, do’s and don’ts of going into business, including: • Ways of going into business • Types of business structures • Licensing requirements • Scams • Marketing considerations • Funding. Please arrive 15 minutes before the start time to register. When: 6-7:30 p.m. Where: Wilmot Library, 530 N. Wilmot Road Price: free Info: 670-5008, southernarizona.scorechapter.org
WEDNESDAY
FREE PUBLICITY – IS YOUR BUSINESS GETTING IT?: This fun, informative, hands-on workshop is for those wishing to learn how to write a press release. Participants will learn the basics on how to write, format and send a press release, as well as how to develop relationships with the local media. Advance reservations required. Please note: No-shows will be billed. When: 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Where: BBB of Southern Arizona, 434 S. Williams Blvd. Price: $10 general, free for BBB members Info: 888-6161, tucson.bbb.org/events
GRANT SEEKING FOR NON-PROFITS WORKSHOP: Pima County Public Library’s free orientation to resources for nonprofit and community organizations. Learn how to research grants opportunities for nonprofits. Learn about the grants databases, Foundation Directory Online and Arizona Guide to Grants. Registration is required. Register online at library.pima.gov/grants or call 594-5500. When: 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Where: Joel D. Valdez Main Library, 101 N. Stone Ave. Price: free Info: 791-4010, library.pima.gov/grants
INSIDE CONNECTIONS: “Building your Net Worth through Networks.” This group allows one person per profession to join, meets for education and to pass referrals and supports word-of-mouth advertising. The group meets on the second and fourth Wednesday of the month. When: 7 a.m. Where: HomeTown Buffet, 5101 N. Oracle Road Price: $87 quarterly, includes breakfast Info: 979-1696
INTRO TO MICROSOFT EXCEL CLASS: The Introduction to Microsoft Excel class is designed to introduce basic computer concepts applicable to the workplace. When: 1-5 p.m. Where: YWCA, 525 N. Bonita Ave. Price: $25
SCORE BUSINESS COUNSELING: Free one-on-one counseling for small-business owners or for anyone contemplating starting a new business, provided by SCORE counselors. Sessions are held 9 a.m.-noon Wednesdays and Saturdays, by appointment. Where: Oro Valley Public Library, Study Room, 1305 W. Naranja Drive Price: free Info: 229-5300, orovalleylib.com
THURSDAY
CASH SAVING TIPS YOU NEED TO KNOW: This workshop, presented by the Better Business Bureau, is intended to help you become a confident and cash-savvy consumer, especially when it comes to buying a car. What to expect when negotiating a deal, the best time to buy, and how to research beforehand will be covered. Participants will also learn about online shopping safety, ways to avoid identity theft, and common scams circulating today. Advanced reservations required. When: 5-7 p.m. Where: BBB of Southern Arizona, 434 S. Williams Blvd. Price: $10 general, free for BBB members Info: 888-6161, tucson.bbb.org/events
FRIDAY, APRIL 24
HEALTHCARE INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SEMINAR: This seminar will outline the foundation technologies for medical practices, as well as discuss the common setbacks in implementing electronic medical records technology. The seminar will also cover new stimulus package funding for practices with EMR systems. Refreshments will be provided. Register at NextrioMedical.com. When: 7:30-8:30 a.m. Where: Sabino Executive Suites, 5215 N. Sabino Canyon Price: free Info: 519-6309
HOW TO SURVIVE IN TOUGH TIMES: For companies of all sizes. Learn how to position your business for a strong future. The speaker will address audience concerns with powerful data explaining the huge shift in consumer activity that is now affecting the future for businesses. Speaker: Jacqueline Ottman, a consultant to more than 60 Fortune 500 companies, is the nation’s leading expert on Green Marketing. Luncheon and keynote (noon-1:30 p.m.) Informal Q&A (2-4 p.m.) Registration required. Where: The DoubleTree Hotel, 445 N. Alvernon Way Price: $40, luncheon with Q&A; $150, workshop (seating limited). Info: 749-5845, gmatucson.com
SMALL BUSINESS TOWN HALL: Tucson City Councilman Rodney Glassman presents speakers including city department heads Albert Elias, Ernie Duarte, Mark Neihart and Liana Perez. Bring questions and ideas. Lunch provided. Reservations required. When: noon-1:30 p.m. Where: Eastside City Hall, 7575 E. Speedway Blvd. Price: free Info: 791-4687
SATURDAY
FINANCIAL RECOVERY WORKSHOP: Learn the skills needed to take control of your finances, repair your credit, save for the future – even recoup the cost of the workshop. Attendees at this three-hour Money Awareness Program will receive a complete do-it-yourself guide to financial recovery. Second person sharing materials attends at half price. Registration required. When: 9 a.m.-noon Where: Tucson Medical Center, 5301 E. Grant Road Price: $30 Info: 400-8304, MoneyAwarenessProgram.com
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