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SUMMARY:Susan B. Anthony Birthplace Museum's 206th Birthday Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Join the Susan B. Anthony Birthplace Museum on Sunday\, February 15 at 2:00 p.m. for a special program celebrating Susan B. Anthony’s birthday at the Adams Free Library in G.A.R. Memorial Hall. \nThis year’s celebration features Dr. Rachel MacNair\, a Quaker scholar and peace psychology expert\, who will speak about Susan B. Anthony’s Quaker upbringing and how those values shaped her lifelong advocacy for women’s rights. \nThe event will begin with a reception and cake\, followed by the talk and audience Q&A. Seating is limited\, and attendees are encouraged to arrive early. G.A.R. Memorial Hall is located on the second floor\, with elevator access available via the Melrose Street entrance. \nThis event is free and open to the public. \nFor more information and to reserve a spot\, visit https://www.susanbanthonybirthplace.com/annualbirthdaycelebration or email info@susanbanthonybirthplace.org\n.
URL:https://businesswest.com/eventcalendar/susan-b-anthony-birthplace-museums-206th-birthday-celebration/
LOCATION:Adams Free Library\, 92 Park Street\, Adams\, MA\, 01220\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts and Entertainment,Community,Education / Professional Development
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251230T190008Z
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SUMMARY:Four Rivers Charter Public School Admissions Information Session
DESCRIPTION:Learning that matters. Belonging that lasts. Four Rivers Charter Public School serves students in grades seven through twelve across Franklin County and beyond. Come join an in-person admissions information session to learn about what our school has to offer! \nFour Rivers is accepting applications for the 2026-2027 academic year. Attending an information session is strongly recommended for interested students and their families. These sessions include a presentation by students and staff\, a tour of our campus and facilities\, and time for questions and refreshments. Information sessions are the best way to learn about Four Rivers\, our community\, and how we build our programming around the EL Education (formerly expeditionary learning) school model. \nAny unexpected changes\, such as postponement due to weather\, will be emailed to families and posted on our website. \nPreregister at the link on our website (optional).
URL:https://businesswest.com/eventcalendar/four-rivers-charter-public-school-admissions-information-session/2026-01-31/
LOCATION:Four Rivers Charter Public School\, 248 Colrain Rd\, Greenfield\, MA\, 01301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education / Professional Development
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260128T193000
DTSTAMP:20260604T180302
CREATED:20251230T190008Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251230T190008Z
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SUMMARY:Four Rivers Charter Public School Admissions Information Session
DESCRIPTION:Learning that matters. Belonging that lasts. Four Rivers Charter Public School serves students in grades seven through twelve across Franklin County and beyond. Come join an in-person admissions information session to learn about what our school has to offer! \nFour Rivers is accepting applications for the 2026-2027 academic year. Attending an information session is strongly recommended for interested students and their families. These sessions include a presentation by students and staff\, a tour of our campus and facilities\, and time for questions and refreshments. Information sessions are the best way to learn about Four Rivers\, our community\, and how we build our programming around the EL Education (formerly expeditionary learning) school model. \nAny unexpected changes\, such as postponement due to weather\, will be emailed to families and posted on our website. \nPreregister at the link on our website (optional).
URL:https://businesswest.com/eventcalendar/four-rivers-charter-public-school-admissions-information-session/2026-01-28/
LOCATION:Four Rivers Charter Public School\, 248 Colrain Rd\, Greenfield\, MA\, 01301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education / Professional Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260107T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260107T193000
DTSTAMP:20260604T180302
CREATED:20251230T190008Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251230T190008Z
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SUMMARY:Four Rivers Charter Public School Admissions Information Session
DESCRIPTION:Learning that matters. Belonging that lasts. Four Rivers Charter Public School serves students in grades seven through twelve across Franklin County and beyond. Come join an in-person admissions information session to learn about what our school has to offer! \nFour Rivers is accepting applications for the 2026-2027 academic year. Attending an information session is strongly recommended for interested students and their families. These sessions include a presentation by students and staff\, a tour of our campus and facilities\, and time for questions and refreshments. Information sessions are the best way to learn about Four Rivers\, our community\, and how we build our programming around the EL Education (formerly expeditionary learning) school model. \nAny unexpected changes\, such as postponement due to weather\, will be emailed to families and posted on our website. \nPreregister at the link on our website (optional).
URL:https://businesswest.com/eventcalendar/four-rivers-charter-public-school-admissions-information-session/2026-01-07/
LOCATION:Four Rivers Charter Public School\, 248 Colrain Rd\, Greenfield\, MA\, 01301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education / Professional Development
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SUMMARY:Resilient Leadership: ​Improv to Improve Flexibility in Uncertain Times
DESCRIPTION:A Professional Development Training\nwith Meghan Lynch\, CEO\, Six-Point Strategy & Pam Victor\, President/Founder\, Happier Valley Comedy\nFriday\, November 14th\, 2025\n1:00 – 4:00pm​\n​Happier Valley Comedy\n1 Mill Valley Rd.\, Hadley\, MA\n​$95 \nLife seems to have an endless supply of curveballs up its sleeve\, doesn’t it? We set long-term strategic goals and show up each day with a plan … only to have the unexpected barge in. Fortunately\, improvisers are trained to eat flexibility for breakfast and resilience for lunch. (Dinner is usually pizza.) So who better to guide leaders in adjusting to change with healthy agility than a professional improviser and a renowned business strategist? \nIn this interactive professional development event for leaders\, Six-Point Strategy CEO Meghan Lynch teams up with Happier Valley Comedy Founder/President Pam Victor to share practical techniques for meeting changes and challenges with greater resilience\, ease\, openness\, and equanimity. Together\, we’ll explore how the principles of improvisation can strengthen strategic decision-making through intention and presence. \nBecause today’s leaders aren’t just facing the occasional disruption. They’re leading in a state of perma-crisis. Research shows that in these moments\, the best leaders don’t cling to old assumptions or wait for perfect clarity; they ask better questions that expand perspective and open new paths. That’s exactly the skill set improvisers train for—and what we’ll practice together in this session. \nIn this fun\, interactive event\, you’ll experience entertaining lessons\, guided discussions\, and interactive exercises to deepen learning and connection with other local leaders. You’ll leave with strategies you can use immediately … and a big smile!
URL:https://businesswest.com/eventcalendar/resilient-leadership-improv-to-improve-flexibility-in-uncertain-times/
LOCATION:Happier Valley Comedy\, 1 Mill Valley Road\, Hadley\, MA\, 01035\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education / Professional Development
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ORGANIZER;CN="Happier Valley Comedy":MAILTO:info@happiervalley.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250912T200000
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SUMMARY:From Emotional Eating to Intuitive Eating with Jenna Hollenstein
DESCRIPTION:From Emotional Eating to Intuitive Eating: Reimagine a New Relationship with Food at Kripalu with Jenna Hollenstein\, MS\, RDN\, CDN in the Berkshires September 12-14\, 2025. \nEmotional eating is a complex\, multifaceted\, and misunderstood issue. Few aspects of our relationship with food are as maligned as emotional eating\, and our specific story about it contains hidden information essential to truly understanding our needs and ourselves. \nYou will: \n+Learn how to decode your emotional eating. \n+Understand what is happening in your body\, heart\, and mind in real time. \n+Create a personalized menu of options to meet your needs with mindfulness\, precision\, and compassion. \nReturn home with a new way of looking at emotional eating\, one that imagines it as an important form of communication from your inner teacher. \nJenna Hollenstein\, MS\, RDN\, CDN\, is an anti-diet dietitian\, author\, and meditation teacher who helps people struggling with chronic dieting\, disordered eating\, and body image.
URL:https://businesswest.com/eventcalendar/from-emotional-eating-to-intuitive-eating-with-jenna-hollenstein/
LOCATION:Kripalu\, 57 Interlaken Road\, Stockbridge\, ME\, 01262\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education / Professional Development
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kripalu Center for Yoga &amp%3B Health":MAILTO:registration@kripalu.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250910T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250910T193000
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SUMMARY:Key4Women: Building Your Brand
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an empowering evening focused on helping you strengthen and\nshowcase your personal and professional brand! \nLed by Maggie Garden\, a dynamic expert in personal branding and leadership\npresence\, this interactive seminar will guide you through strategies to elevate\nyour unique value\, communicate your strengths with confidence\, and build\nlasting connections in your field. \nLocal Western Mass headshot photographer Karen Slack will be onsite\nproviding complimentary professional headshots for attendees interested in\nupdating their current headshot. Karen will also share the importance of a\nprofessional headshot in building your brand and with her great eye for detail\nand personality\, she knows how to capture you at your best. \nDon’t miss this opportunity to invest in yourself\, connect with like-minded\nwomen\, and leave feeling more confident\, polished\, empowered\, and prepared\nto own your brand.
URL:https://businesswest.com/eventcalendar/key4women-building-your-brand-3/
LOCATION:Urban Co-Works\, 98 lower westfield road\, holyoke\, 01040\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business / Networking,Education / Professional Development
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ORGANIZER;CN="KeyBank":MAILTO:Erin_bradley@keybank.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250910T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250910T193000
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CREATED:20250801T201115Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250801T201115Z
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SUMMARY:Key4Women: Building Your Brand
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an empowering evening focused on helping you strengthen and showcase your personal and professional brand! \nLed by Maggie Garden\, a dynamic expert in personal branding and leadership presence\, this interactive seminar will guide you through strategies to elevate your unique value\, communicate your strengths with confidence\, and build lasting connections in your field. \nLocal Western Mass headshot photographer Karen Slack will be onsite providing complimentary professional headshots for attendees interested in updating their current headshot. Karen will also share the importance of a professional headshot in building your brand and with her great eye for detail and personality\, she knows how to capture you at your best. \nDon’t miss this opportunity to invest in yourself\, connect with like-minded women\, and leave feeling more confident\, polished\, empowered\, and prepared to own your brand.
URL:https://businesswest.com/eventcalendar/key4women-building-your-brand-2/
LOCATION:Urban Co-Works\, 98 lower westfield road\, holyoke\, 01040\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business / Networking,Education / Professional Development
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ORGANIZER;CN="KeyBank":MAILTO:Erin_Bradley@keybank.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250910T173000
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CREATED:20250801T161603Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250801T162118Z
UID:10001793-1757525400-1757532600@businesswest.com
SUMMARY:Key4Women: Building Your Brand
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an empowering evening focused on helping you strengthen and\nshowcase your personal and professional brand! \nLed by Maggie Garden\, a dynamic expert in personal branding and leadership\npresence\, this interactive seminar will guide you through strategies to elevate\nyour unique value\, communicate your strengths with confidence\, and build\nlasting connections in your field. \nLocal Western Mass headshot photographer Karen Slack will be onsite\nproviding complimentary professional headshots for attendees interested in\nupdating their current headshot. Karen will also share the importance of a\nprofessional headshot in building your brand and with her great eye for detail\nand personality\, she knows how to capture you at your best. \nDon’t miss this opportunity to invest in yourself\, connect with like-minded\nwomen\, and leave feeling more confident\, polished\, empowered\, and prepared\nto own your brand.
URL:https://businesswest.com/eventcalendar/key4women-building-your-brand/
LOCATION:Urban Co-Works\, 98 lower westfield road\, holyoke\, 01040\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business / Networking,Education / Professional Development
ORGANIZER;CN="KeyBank":MAILTO:Erin_Bradley@keybank.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250814T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250814T200000
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CREATED:20250627T193804Z
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SUMMARY:Liberty Bank Academy for Small Business
DESCRIPTION:MIDDLETOWN\, Conn. — Registration is now open for the Liberty Bank Academy for Small Business in Western Mass.\, a comprehensive training program that provides education and guidance to small business owners on successfully operating and growing their business. The program is free and open to anyone. It includes 10 virtual classes\, which will be held July 15 through Aug. 14 on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. \nThe Liberty Bank Academy for Small Business uses course material primarily from the FDIC’s Money Smart for Small Businesses. Topics covered range from credit reporting and tax planning to time management and risk management. Upon successful competition of the program\, participants can apply for a $5\,000 line of credit from Liberty Bank. \nFor more information or to register\, visit liberty-bank.com/asb.
URL:https://businesswest.com/eventcalendar/liberty-bank-academy-for-small-business/2025-08-14/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Business / Networking,Education / Professional Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250812T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250812T200000
DTSTAMP:20260604T180303
CREATED:20250627T193804Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250627T193804Z
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SUMMARY:Liberty Bank Academy for Small Business
DESCRIPTION:MIDDLETOWN\, Conn. — Registration is now open for the Liberty Bank Academy for Small Business in Western Mass.\, a comprehensive training program that provides education and guidance to small business owners on successfully operating and growing their business. The program is free and open to anyone. It includes 10 virtual classes\, which will be held July 15 through Aug. 14 on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. \nThe Liberty Bank Academy for Small Business uses course material primarily from the FDIC’s Money Smart for Small Businesses. Topics covered range from credit reporting and tax planning to time management and risk management. Upon successful competition of the program\, participants can apply for a $5\,000 line of credit from Liberty Bank. \nFor more information or to register\, visit liberty-bank.com/asb.
URL:https://businesswest.com/eventcalendar/liberty-bank-academy-for-small-business/2025-08-12/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Business / Networking,Education / Professional Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250807T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250807T200000
DTSTAMP:20260604T180303
CREATED:20250627T193804Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250627T193804Z
UID:10001703-1754589600-1754596800@businesswest.com
SUMMARY:Liberty Bank Academy for Small Business
DESCRIPTION:MIDDLETOWN\, Conn. — Registration is now open for the Liberty Bank Academy for Small Business in Western Mass.\, a comprehensive training program that provides education and guidance to small business owners on successfully operating and growing their business. The program is free and open to anyone. It includes 10 virtual classes\, which will be held July 15 through Aug. 14 on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. \nThe Liberty Bank Academy for Small Business uses course material primarily from the FDIC’s Money Smart for Small Businesses. Topics covered range from credit reporting and tax planning to time management and risk management. Upon successful competition of the program\, participants can apply for a $5\,000 line of credit from Liberty Bank. \nFor more information or to register\, visit liberty-bank.com/asb.
URL:https://businesswest.com/eventcalendar/liberty-bank-academy-for-small-business/2025-08-07/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Business / Networking,Education / Professional Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250805T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250805T200000
DTSTAMP:20260604T180303
CREATED:20250627T193804Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250627T193804Z
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SUMMARY:Liberty Bank Academy for Small Business
DESCRIPTION:MIDDLETOWN\, Conn. — Registration is now open for the Liberty Bank Academy for Small Business in Western Mass.\, a comprehensive training program that provides education and guidance to small business owners on successfully operating and growing their business. The program is free and open to anyone. It includes 10 virtual classes\, which will be held July 15 through Aug. 14 on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. \nThe Liberty Bank Academy for Small Business uses course material primarily from the FDIC’s Money Smart for Small Businesses. Topics covered range from credit reporting and tax planning to time management and risk management. Upon successful competition of the program\, participants can apply for a $5\,000 line of credit from Liberty Bank. \nFor more information or to register\, visit liberty-bank.com/asb.
URL:https://businesswest.com/eventcalendar/liberty-bank-academy-for-small-business/2025-08-05/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Business / Networking,Education / Professional Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250731T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250731T200000
DTSTAMP:20260604T180303
CREATED:20250627T193804Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250627T193804Z
UID:10001701-1753984800-1753992000@businesswest.com
SUMMARY:Liberty Bank Academy for Small Business
DESCRIPTION:MIDDLETOWN\, Conn. — Registration is now open for the Liberty Bank Academy for Small Business in Western Mass.\, a comprehensive training program that provides education and guidance to small business owners on successfully operating and growing their business. The program is free and open to anyone. It includes 10 virtual classes\, which will be held July 15 through Aug. 14 on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. \nThe Liberty Bank Academy for Small Business uses course material primarily from the FDIC’s Money Smart for Small Businesses. Topics covered range from credit reporting and tax planning to time management and risk management. Upon successful competition of the program\, participants can apply for a $5\,000 line of credit from Liberty Bank. \nFor more information or to register\, visit liberty-bank.com/asb.
URL:https://businesswest.com/eventcalendar/liberty-bank-academy-for-small-business/2025-07-31/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Business / Networking,Education / Professional Development
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250729T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250729T200000
DTSTAMP:20260604T180303
CREATED:20250627T193804Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250627T193804Z
UID:10001700-1753812000-1753819200@businesswest.com
SUMMARY:Liberty Bank Academy for Small Business
DESCRIPTION:MIDDLETOWN\, Conn. — Registration is now open for the Liberty Bank Academy for Small Business in Western Mass.\, a comprehensive training program that provides education and guidance to small business owners on successfully operating and growing their business. The program is free and open to anyone. It includes 10 virtual classes\, which will be held July 15 through Aug. 14 on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. \nThe Liberty Bank Academy for Small Business uses course material primarily from the FDIC’s Money Smart for Small Businesses. Topics covered range from credit reporting and tax planning to time management and risk management. Upon successful competition of the program\, participants can apply for a $5\,000 line of credit from Liberty Bank. \nFor more information or to register\, visit liberty-bank.com/asb.
URL:https://businesswest.com/eventcalendar/liberty-bank-academy-for-small-business/2025-07-29/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Business / Networking,Education / Professional Development
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250724T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250724T200000
DTSTAMP:20260604T180303
CREATED:20250627T193804Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250627T193804Z
UID:10001699-1753380000-1753387200@businesswest.com
SUMMARY:Liberty Bank Academy for Small Business
DESCRIPTION:MIDDLETOWN\, Conn. — Registration is now open for the Liberty Bank Academy for Small Business in Western Mass.\, a comprehensive training program that provides education and guidance to small business owners on successfully operating and growing their business. The program is free and open to anyone. It includes 10 virtual classes\, which will be held July 15 through Aug. 14 on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. \nThe Liberty Bank Academy for Small Business uses course material primarily from the FDIC’s Money Smart for Small Businesses. Topics covered range from credit reporting and tax planning to time management and risk management. Upon successful competition of the program\, participants can apply for a $5\,000 line of credit from Liberty Bank. \nFor more information or to register\, visit liberty-bank.com/asb.
URL:https://businesswest.com/eventcalendar/liberty-bank-academy-for-small-business/2025-07-24/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Business / Networking,Education / Professional Development
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250722T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250722T200000
DTSTAMP:20260604T180303
CREATED:20250627T193804Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250627T193804Z
UID:10001698-1753207200-1753214400@businesswest.com
SUMMARY:Liberty Bank Academy for Small Business
DESCRIPTION:MIDDLETOWN\, Conn. — Registration is now open for the Liberty Bank Academy for Small Business in Western Mass.\, a comprehensive training program that provides education and guidance to small business owners on successfully operating and growing their business. The program is free and open to anyone. It includes 10 virtual classes\, which will be held July 15 through Aug. 14 on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. \nThe Liberty Bank Academy for Small Business uses course material primarily from the FDIC’s Money Smart for Small Businesses. Topics covered range from credit reporting and tax planning to time management and risk management. Upon successful competition of the program\, participants can apply for a $5\,000 line of credit from Liberty Bank. \nFor more information or to register\, visit liberty-bank.com/asb.
URL:https://businesswest.com/eventcalendar/liberty-bank-academy-for-small-business/2025-07-22/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Business / Networking,Education / Professional Development
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250717T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250717T200000
DTSTAMP:20260604T180303
CREATED:20250627T193804Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250627T193804Z
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SUMMARY:Liberty Bank Academy for Small Business
DESCRIPTION:MIDDLETOWN\, Conn. — Registration is now open for the Liberty Bank Academy for Small Business in Western Mass.\, a comprehensive training program that provides education and guidance to small business owners on successfully operating and growing their business. The program is free and open to anyone. It includes 10 virtual classes\, which will be held July 15 through Aug. 14 on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. \nThe Liberty Bank Academy for Small Business uses course material primarily from the FDIC’s Money Smart for Small Businesses. Topics covered range from credit reporting and tax planning to time management and risk management. Upon successful competition of the program\, participants can apply for a $5\,000 line of credit from Liberty Bank. \nFor more information or to register\, visit liberty-bank.com/asb.
URL:https://businesswest.com/eventcalendar/liberty-bank-academy-for-small-business/2025-07-17/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Business / Networking,Education / Professional Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250715T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250715T200000
DTSTAMP:20260604T180303
CREATED:20250627T193804Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250627T193804Z
UID:10001696-1752602400-1752609600@businesswest.com
SUMMARY:Liberty Bank Academy for Small Business
DESCRIPTION:MIDDLETOWN\, Conn. — Registration is now open for the Liberty Bank Academy for Small Business in Western Mass.\, a comprehensive training program that provides education and guidance to small business owners on successfully operating and growing their business. The program is free and open to anyone. It includes 10 virtual classes\, which will be held July 15 through Aug. 14 on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. \nThe Liberty Bank Academy for Small Business uses course material primarily from the FDIC’s Money Smart for Small Businesses. Topics covered range from credit reporting and tax planning to time management and risk management. Upon successful competition of the program\, participants can apply for a $5\,000 line of credit from Liberty Bank. \nFor more information or to register\, visit liberty-bank.com/asb.
URL:https://businesswest.com/eventcalendar/liberty-bank-academy-for-small-business/2025-07-15/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Business / Networking,Education / Professional Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250618T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250618T160000
DTSTAMP:20260604T180303
CREATED:20250508T160059Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250508T182240Z
UID:10001662-1750233600-1750262400@businesswest.com
SUMMARY:Berkshire State of Work Summit
DESCRIPTION:Join a convening of Berkshire employers by Berkshire Community College\, MassHire\, the Berkshire Innovation Center\, and 1Berkshire to take on the biggest workforce challenges facing our local economy on June 18th at Berkshire Community College. \nJD Chesloff\, Executive Director of the Massachusetts Business Roundtable\, will deliver the Welcome Keynote. \nThere will be 3 Summit tracks\, 15 sessions and 40+ speakers sharing challenges and solutions for recruiting\, retention\, training\, workforce skill development\, communication and much more!
URL:https://businesswest.com/eventcalendar/berkshire-state-of-work-summit/
LOCATION:Berkshire Community College\, 1350 West Street\, Pittsfield\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business / Networking,Education / Professional Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250508T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250508T200000
DTSTAMP:20260604T180303
CREATED:20250328T143247Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250328T143247Z
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SUMMARY:Link to Libraries Gala
DESCRIPTION:Link to Libraries announce its biennial gala\, an evening that celebrates the organization’s transformative impact in the community while raising vital funds to ensure children have access to the books and programming they deserve. This year’s gala\, taking place at the Basketball Hall of Fame\, will feature a Swifty-themed evening inspired by Taylor Swift’s celebrated Eras Tour. Guests will enjoy an elegant night filled with cocktails\, dinner\, an auction\, and the opportunity to connect with others passionate about the power of reading to transform lives. All proceeds from the gala go directly to Link to Libraries\, a nonprofit committed to fostering literacy by providing books and programming for children in underserved communities. Tickets cost $90 per person\, or $250 for VIP tickets that include a pre-gala VIP cocktail reception. Tickets are available at www.linktolibraries.org.
URL:https://businesswest.com/eventcalendar/link-to-libraries-gala/
LOCATION:Basketball Hall of Fame
CATEGORIES:Community,Education / Professional Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250429T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250429T133000
DTSTAMP:20260604T180303
CREATED:20250403T210737Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250403T210737Z
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SUMMARY:Lunch & Learn - Cyber Security
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy lunch prepared by the culinary team at CTEC in the Bistro Lounge followed by an informative discussion on the topic of Cyber Crime
URL:https://businesswest.com/eventcalendar/lunch-learn-cyber-security/
LOCATION:CTEC Bistro Lounge\, 174 BrushHill Ave\, West Springfield\, MA
CATEGORIES:Business / Networking,Education / Professional Development,Food and Drink
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250409T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250409T130000
DTSTAMP:20260604T180303
CREATED:20250325T171018Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250325T171018Z
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SUMMARY:WTrades Career Expo
DESCRIPTION:River East School to Career will present WTrades\, Your Present is Your Future\, a skilled trades career-exploration day\, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Basketball Hall of Fame in Springfield. Students in grades 9-12 from school districts in the Greater Springfield and Greater Palmer areas are invited to attend. This program aims to showcase strategic\, exploratory resources and hands-on opportunities to about 200 student attendees to enrich their knowledge about prospects for future employment and how to achieve a skilled trades career. River East is seeking skilled trade exhibitors\, including those with heavy machinery\, to participate in the WTrades career fair. Exhibitors will have the opportunity to speak directly with students\, sharing insights about their careers and the skills required to succeed in their industries. By attending WTrades\, exhibitors will connect directly with students to inform them about job opportunities and training programs that can lead to fulfilling careers. The skilled trades industry offers a broad range of career opportunities\, from construction\, mechanical\, and industrial to healthcare\, technical\, and advanced manufacturing trades. However\, many students are unaware of these possibilities or the training and/or educational paths available\, such as apprenticeships\, community colleges\, technical institutes\, vocational programs\, and online training. For more information on the event\, visit rivereaststc.org/wtrades or call Amy Scribner\, partnership director\, at (413) 283-5051 or ascribner@rivereaststc.org
URL:https://businesswest.com/eventcalendar/wtrades-career-expo/
LOCATION:Basketball Hall of Fame
CATEGORIES:Business / Networking,Education / Professional Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250407T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250407T184500
DTSTAMP:20260604T180303
CREATED:20250325T170410Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250325T170556Z
UID:10001620-1744047000-1744051500@businesswest.com
SUMMARY:Get Unstuck and Start Moving Forward
DESCRIPTION:Got goals? Lost momentum? Get unstuck with the help of an accountability partner by attending the Dulye Leadership Experience (DLE) in-person meetup in downtown Pittsfield. “Get Unstuck and Start Moving Forward” is the theme of this interactive program\, which will help attendees gain new perspectives and approaches to identify what’s stopping them from achieving an important goal; take small\, actionable steps to make changes; and keep progress going. There is no fee to attend\, but registration is required by visiting www.surveymonkey.com/r/hjhlmdh. The program runs from 5:30 to 6:45 p.m. at the DLE office\, 100 North St.\, Suite 402\, Pittsfield. DLE meetups are designed to grow who and what attendees know in a fun and supportive environment. The program features breakouts and group discussions for meeting professionals from diverse companies and organizations.
URL:https://businesswest.com/eventcalendar/get-unstuck-and-start-moving-forward/
LOCATION:DLE HQ\, 100 North St\, Suite 402\, Pittsfield\, MA
CATEGORIES:Education / Professional Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250403T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250403T163000
DTSTAMP:20260604T180303
CREATED:20250325T165403Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250325T165403Z
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SUMMARY:Women's Leadership Conference
DESCRIPTION:Bay Path University announced that award-winning journalist\, author\, and television personality Hoda Kotb will be the keynote speaker at the 28th Women’s Leadership Conference (WLC)\, taking place in Springfield. \n \nMost well-known as the former co-anchor of NBC News’ \nToday\nand co-host of \nToday with Hoda & Jenna\n\, Kotb joined \nToday\nas a co-host of the fourth hour in 2008\, alongside Kathie Lee Gifford\, and recently retired from the show after 17 years\, during which time she received several Emmy Awards for her work. \n \nA New York Times bestselling author\, Kotb has written eight books and continues to host the popular podcast “Making Space with Hoda Kotb.” \nThe WLC will also feature lunchtime speaker Amelia Rose Earhart\, a pilot\, author\, and reporter who\, inspired by her namesake\, circumnavigated the globe in a single-engine aircraft. Earhart has 15 years of experience as a helicopter and breaking-news reporter in Denver and Los Angeles\, has sent numerous teenage girls to flight school during her 10-year tenure as president of the Fly with Amelia Foundation\, and hosts a tech podcast focused on the future of AI in business. \nThis year’s conference will also feature breakout sessions led by business experts and coaches\, including Shira Abel\, a lecturer at the University of California\, Berkeley\, who taps into her experience working with companies such as Siemens\, Samsung\, AXA\, and Allianz to speak about navigating the complexities of modern business and the impact biases and expectations have on success. \nIn addition\, the WLC will welcome Jackie Glenn\, former chief diversity officer at Fortune 500 EMC Corp. and founder and CEO of Glenn Solutions\, where she partners with executives to reimagine organizational practices and implement strategies such as cultural assessments\, executive coaching\, and advisory services to foster thriving\, innovative workplaces. An instructor at Harvard’s Division of Continuing Education\, Glenn continues her mission to equip leaders with the tools to succeed through her work in the school’s Women Leaders: Advancing Together program. \nFor further information on the conference\, sponsorship opportunities\, and ticket sales\, visit baypath.edu/wlc
URL:https://businesswest.com/eventcalendar/womens-leadership-conference/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Business / Networking,Education / Professional Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240731T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240731T190000
DTSTAMP:20260604T180303
CREATED:20240627T155307Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240627T155307Z
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SUMMARY:Baystate Health Presents: The Mediterranean Diet Eating for Longevity and Vitality
DESCRIPTION:A Healthier Way of Eating Series \nDiscover the heart-healthy Mediterranean diet and kickstart your wellness journey. Join Dina Dugan\, RD\, clinical dietitian\, Baystate Noble Hospital\, for a discussion that delves into what is a Mediterranean diet\, practical meal plans and embracing a wholesome way of eating.
URL:https://businesswest.com/eventcalendar/baystate-health-presents-the-mediterranean-diet-eating-for-longevity-and-vitality/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Education / Professional Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240724T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240724T193000
DTSTAMP:20260604T180303
CREATED:20240627T155525Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240627T155525Z
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SUMMARY:Baystate Health Presents: Keeping Your Athlete in the Game: The Sports Medicine Perspective
DESCRIPTION:Learn about the latest care in sports medicine\, how to prevent injury\, managing concussions\, and injury rehab from the Sports Medicine experts at Baystate Rehabilitation Care. \nSpeakers include: \n\nDr. Julio Martinez-Silvestrini\, Medical Director of Baystate Rehabilitation Care\nDr. Zachary Schepart\, Sports and Exercise Medicine\nZachary Marowitz\, Psy.D.\, Clinical Supervisor\, Baystate Neuropsychology Service\nTim Murphy\, PT Clinical Rehab Supervisor Eastern Region Baystate Rehabilitation Care\nPam Proulx\, PT Baystate Rehabilitation Care\n\nThis event is free and open to the public. \nThere will be giveaways and raffle prizes. \nRegister\nTo register\, email Brett Salls. Include the names and number of people attending.
URL:https://businesswest.com/eventcalendar/baystate-health-presents-keeping-your-athlete-in-the-game-the-sports-medicine-perspective/
LOCATION:Baystate Health Education Center\, 361 Whitney Rd\, Holyoke\, MA\, 01040
CATEGORIES:Education / Professional Development,Recreation / Sporting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240718T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240718T193000
DTSTAMP:20260604T180303
CREATED:20240718T205034Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240718T205034Z
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SUMMARY:Speed Networking with The Rally Cry
DESCRIPTION:Stop by the newest hot spot in Wilbraham for some great food and drinks with a twist…  \nJoin us for our Speed Networking summer session partnered with Angel Rios of The Rally Cry.  \nWe’ll start our evening with open networking\, then move to some fun quick-round rotations. Each table with feature cards from The Rally Cry’s newest networking game\, Enough Said. This game serves up easy\, thought-provoking questions to break the ice with your new friends leaving you with memorable interactions throughout the evening.  \nTickets are free for members\, $10 for non-members\, include light snacks and an automatic entry into winning your very own copy of Enough Said to spread the positivity.  \nWe are looking forward to a wonderful evening getting to know one-another on new levels\, and supporting a few local businesses!
URL:https://businesswest.com/eventcalendar/speed-networking-with-the-rally-cry/
LOCATION:The Local Table-n-Tap\, 2039 Boston Road\, Wilbraham\, MA
CATEGORIES:Education / Professional Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240701T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240701T190000
DTSTAMP:20260604T180303
CREATED:20240627T155057Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240627T155057Z
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SUMMARY:Baystate Health Presents: Winning the Bedtime Battle with Your Sleepless Child
DESCRIPTION:Struggling with kids not sleeping through the night? Join Dr. Richard Zheng\, pediatric sleep specialist\, Baystate Sleep Medicine\, for a discussion about what may be keeping your kiddo up at night as well as some proven techniques to help your restless child and reclaim peaceful slumbers for the whole family.
URL:https://businesswest.com/eventcalendar/baystate-health-presents-winning-the-bedtime-battle-with-your-sleepless-child/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Community,Education / Professional Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240621T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240621T150000
DTSTAMP:20260604T180303
CREATED:20240619T183157Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240619T183157Z
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SUMMARY:"Hot Dogs for Hot Jobs" Job Fair!
DESCRIPTION:Check out our next big job fair! Get Your Resumes Ready! This is the one you are waiting for! \nAs always\, there will be 100s of job opportunities\, DJ/music by radio station WTCC\, raffle prizes and of course Hot Dogs! \nThe current list of participating businesses can be viewed on the job fair page: https://masshireholyoke.org/hot-dogs-for-hot-jobs-job-fair/ It is growing daily so be sure to check back!
URL:https://businesswest.com/eventcalendar/hot-dogs-for-hot-jobs-job-fair/
LOCATION:Heritage State Park\, 221 Appleton St\, Holyoke\, MA\, 01040
CATEGORIES:Business / Networking,Education / Professional Development
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