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SUMMARY:Leadership 2.0: The Art of the Shmooze
DESCRIPTION: \nThis event held by Leadership Pioneer Valley featuring presenter Robbie Samuels\, will teach the valuable skill of successful networking\, and how to fix common pitfalls while connecting with potential partners\, donors and collaborators. \nThe event will include dinner.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://businesswest.com/eventcalendar/leadership-2-0-the-art-of-the-shmooze/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160319T100000
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SUMMARY:Loomis Lakeside -Open House
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy special creations prepared by our in-house chef. Tour new model apartments in both independent and assisted Living\nRSVP to 413 355 5803
URL:https://businesswest.com/eventcalendar/loomis-lakeside-open-house/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160315T190000
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SUMMARY:Visiting Writers Series: Glaser\, Landman\, Powers
DESCRIPTION:  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \nThe Blue House at Elms College will present a reading by writers Rachel B. Glaser\, Seth Landman and Ted Powers at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday\, March 15. A reception will precede the event at 7 p.m. This free event will be held at the Blue House\, located at 147 Grape St.\, and the public is invited. \nGlaser studied painting at Rhode Island School of Design and fiction at UMass­ Amherst. Her books include the novel Paulina & Fran\, the story collection Pee On Water and the poetry collection MOODS. Her work has appeared in journals including McSweeney’s and American Short Fiction\, and in the anthologies 30 Under 30 and New American Stories. She lives in Northampton\, Mass. \nLandman is the author of Confidence (2015) and Sign You Were Mistaken (2013). His work can be found in Boston Review\, iO\, Jellyfish\, Lit and elsewhere. He received his Ph.D. in creative writing and literature from the University of Denver (2013) and an MFA from the University of Massachusetts (2008). \nPowers is the author of Please Light Up (2015). He is a graduate of the University of Massachusetts-Amherst MFA Program for Poets and Writers. He is a contributing editor for jubilat. He edits Basketball. His work can be found in Jellyfish\, Big Lucks\, Sixth Finch\, Vinyl and elsewhere.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://businesswest.com/eventcalendar/visiting-writers-series-glaser-landman-powers/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160313T103000
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SUMMARY:7th Annual Leprechaun Plunge
DESCRIPTION:In the spirit of St. Patrick’s Day\, teams of fearless individuals will take a chilly dive into the frigid waters of the Connecticut River at Brunelle’s Marina in South Hadley\, Massachusetts\, for the 7th Annual Leprechaun Plunge. Participants raise pledges for their selected charity in the weeks leading up to the event\, and last year over $85\,000 was raised to support Shriners Hospitals for Children — Springfield! Once the brave participants complete their task\, they can warm up in a hot tub and enjoy a delicious Irish dinner\, which includes raffles\, music and fun for the whole family! \nThe Springfield Shriners Hospital is thrilled to yet again be one of the charities represented by the Leprechaun Plunge. Thank you to those who participate\, plunge\, pledge and cheer us on each year! GO TEAM SHRINERS! \nTo learn more about the Leprechaun Plunge\, please visit: http://leprechaunplunge.org/\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://businesswest.com/eventcalendar/7th-annual-leprechaun-plunge/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160308T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160308T210000
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SUMMARY:Successfully Starting Your Own Business
DESCRIPTION:  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \nHOLYOKE COMMUNITY COLLEGE Non-Credit Course Offering\nSuccessfully Starting Your Own Business\nCourse Number: BUSN 001.51\nCRN Number: 15046 \nPrice $209.00\n5 Tuesday sessions; Time: 6:00 p.m.- 9:00 p.m. \nDates: Mar 8\, Mar 15\, Mar 22\, Mar 29\, April 5\nDescription: Starting a business isn’t for the faint of heart…now learn what it takes. We’ll cover core issues of planning\, legal structures\, start-up\, financing\, marketing\, advertising and building your venture. You’ll develop a business plan which will give you direction\, focus\, credibility and demonstrate to lenders that you’ve done your homework. Instructor David Litchfield is the owner of two wildly successful\, large businesses and is a certified SCORE mentor.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://businesswest.com/eventcalendar/successfully-starting-your-own-business/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160229T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160229T210000
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SUMMARY:"Selma" Film Screening
DESCRIPTION:In honor of Black History Month\, the Elms College Office of Diversity and Inclusion will hold a free screening of the movie “Selma” at 7 p.m. Monday\, Feb. 29\, in the Alumnae Library Theater.\nThe Oscar- and Golden Globe-winning 2014 film\, directed by Ava DuVernay and written by Paul Webb\, is based on the 1965 Selma-to-Montgomery voting rights marches: In 1965\, James Bevel\, Hosea Williams\, Martin Luther King Jr. and John Lewis set out from Selma\, Ala.\, marching toward the state capital of Montgomery. They were leading more than 600 peaceful protesters; their goal was to demonstrate the need for voting rights in Alabama. But as the protesters started across the Edmund Pettus Bridge in Selma\, state troopers halted them with an attack so brutal it became known as Bloody Sunday. Worldwide media coverage\, including broadcasts and published photographs of the attack\, led to the passage of the Voting Rights Act of 1965.
URL:https://businesswest.com/eventcalendar/selma-film-screening/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160225T190000
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SUMMARY:Jericho Brown Poetry Reading
DESCRIPTION:The Elms College Blue House Visiting Writers Series will present a reading by poet Jericho Brown at 7:30 p.m. Thursday\, Feb. 25\, in the Alumnae Library Theatre. A reception will precede the event at 7 p.m. The public is invited to this free event. An associate professor in English and creative writing at Emory University in Atlanta\, Brown has received a Whiting Writers Award\, and fellowships from the Radcliffe Institute at Harvard University and the National Endowment for the Arts. His poems have appeared in The New Republic\, The New Yorker and The Best American Poetry. His first book\, Please\, won the American Book Award\, and his second book\, The New Testament\, won the Anisfield¬-Wolf Book Award.
URL:https://businesswest.com/eventcalendar/jericho-brown-poetry-reading/
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SUMMARY:Black History Month Lecture: "Be True to Myself"
DESCRIPTION:Rev. Warren Savage\, a lecturer in the religious studies department at Elms College\, will give a talk titled “Be True to Myself” at 12:15 p.m. Tuesday\, Feb. 23\, on the first floor of the Alumnae Library. The lecture\, part of the Black History Month events series at Elms College\, will be followed by a reception at 1 p.m. This event is free and open to the public.\nFather Savage\, a priest in the Springfield Diocese\, is a professor in the permanent diaconate formation and lay ministry program at Elms. He is also the president of Project Reach Out in Westfield\, a community-based diversity training and race relations program. Father Savage was a participant in the northeast seminar of the Pastor Theologian Program sponsored by the Center of Theological Inquiry in New Jersey. He is chaplain at Westfield State University\, and a member of Spiritual Directors International\, Academy of Homiletics and the Society of Christian Spirituality. He holds a certificate of African studies from the University of Legon in Ghana\, West Africa; a bachelor of arts degree from Assumption College in Worcester; and an M.A.\, S.T.B.\, degree from Gregorian University in Rome. He also has conducted advanced study at The Center of Theological Inquiry in Princeton\, N.J.
URL:https://businesswest.com/eventcalendar/black-history-month-lecture-be-true-to-myself/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160213T090000
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SUMMARY:Cultivate & Nest Grand Opening
DESCRIPTION:Come celebrate the Opening of Cultivate & Nest – the area’s first family forward co-working space. Located conveniently in Hadley on route 9\, just over the bridge from Northampton\, Cultivate offers creative\, comfortable and professional office space with innovative extras – like on site enriching childcare!\nJoin us for a fun morning of connection\, family friendly activities\, and community support! Take a tour of our new space and catch several presentations and activities from other local partners like the Center in Amherst\, the Flexible Farmer and many others. Tabletop exhibits will be held by many other local businesses in support of families. \nThere will be light breakfast and lunch available and the event will of course be family friendly! Little ones of all ages are welcome.
URL:https://businesswest.com/eventcalendar/cultivate-nest-grand-opening/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160127T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160127T200000
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SUMMARY:SCORE Workshop: Get Your Business on Google: Search and Maps
DESCRIPTION:Join Western Massachusetts SCORE and the Greater Northampton Chamber of Commerce to get your business on Google Search and Maps. \nResearch shows that 97% of consumers search the web to find local goods and services\, but only 37% of businesses have claimed a local business listing on a search engine. \nWhen your business is on Google\, it’s easier for potential customers to find important information\, including hours\, contact information\, and directions. \n“Google My Business” doesn’t replace your business website – it complements it by giving your business a public identity and presence on Google. \nStart a fire under your business! Get better search results from your existing web presence. Join us at the Hadley Farms Meeting House – sample their fantastic appetizers. Cash bar available. \nThen listen to our presentation\, receive printed step-by-step instructions so you can complete your online registration yourself or work with one of our technicians to get REGISTERED and VERIFIED on the spot! \nAttendees receive a FREE Google SWAG t-shirt\, tote bag\, and more! \nHURRY. SPACE IS LIMITED AND YOU MUST REGISTER IN ADVANCE.
URL:https://businesswest.com/eventcalendar/score-workshop-get-your-business-on-google-search-and-maps/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160123T103000
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SUMMARY:The Montessori School of Northampton Open House
DESCRIPTION:Join the Montessori School of Northampton on Saturday\, January 23\, 2016\, from 10:30 AM to 12:00 noon for an exciting open house! All parents of toddler\, preschool\, elementary and middle school students interested in September 2016 admission are strongly encouraged to attend. This year’s open house will be focused on science!  \nThe morning will feature science activities from the Montessori curriculum for students of all ages. Families will have an opportunity to tour the school\, meet teachers and speak with the Director of Admissions and the Head of School.  \nThe Montessori School of Northampton offers a Little Children’s House program for toddlers beginning at age 2\, a Children’s House (preschool/kindergarten) program for ages 2 years 9 months through 6\, and an Elementary program for ages 6 through 12. New this year is our Middle School program. We are currently enrolling adolescents through age 14 for the fall of 2016. \nMSN is currently in its 39th year of fostering independent learners in a welcoming community. The school is accredited by both the American Montessori Society (AMS) and the Association of Independent Schools of New England (AISNE).\nFor information\, please call (413) 586-4538 or visit www.northamptonmontessori.org
URL:https://businesswest.com/eventcalendar/the-montessori-school-of-northampton-open-house/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160114T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160114T170000
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SUMMARY:SCORE Workshop: Starting Your Business
DESCRIPTION:This 3-hour workshop will help you clearly understand the details\, challenges\, opportunities and rewards of owning and operating your own business. \nThis workshop is a suggested prerequisite to our 2-Session Business Planning Workshop. \nStarting a small business requires more knowledge\, skills\, perseverance and planning than meets the eye. Save valuable time and money starting here! It’s a must for new business owners. You can build upon this workshop by following up with our free one-on-one counseling. \nThe step-by-step practical workshop covers:\n• Foundations for Starting Your Own Business\n• Developing the proper “Mind Sets” For entrepreneurial success\n• Components of Business Ownership\n• Which legal structure is right for you?\n• Insuring your business\n• Introduction to Business Planning\n• Resources For Getting Started In Your Own Business \nThe #1 secret to success in starting and growing a business is having a clearly thought out business plan. If you are considering starting a business or have recently started a business and require additional guidance and support\, this is a perfect opportunity for you!
URL:https://businesswest.com/eventcalendar/score-workshop-starting-your-business/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160110T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160110T170000
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SUMMARY:Wilbraham & Monson Academy Open House
DESCRIPTION:Families interested in the WMA Middle School (Grades 6-8)\, Grades 9-12 and postgraduate are invited to learn about Wilbraham & Monson Academy’s academic and athletic offerings at an Open House on Sunday\, Jan. 10 at 1 p.m. Students will be able to learn more about art\, travel and leadership offerings\, meet current students\, faculty and coaches\, tour the campus in Wilbraham\, Mass.\, and visit the new Innovation Lab\, Binney Art Gallery\, Founders Theater and more!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://businesswest.com/eventcalendar/wilbraham-monson-academy-open-house/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160108T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160108T150000
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SUMMARY:SCORE Workshop: "The Power of the Inbox: Tips and Tricks for Successful Email Marketing"
DESCRIPTION:Event Description\n\n\n \nThis seminar will give you the keys to the most effective email marketing techniques available – from revealing why regular email doesn’t work\, to insider tips and techniques like automated list building tools\, and design elements that really work (and those that don’t!). Join us at any one of three locations! \nStart 2016 with SCORE and Constant Contact for an event you won’t want to miss! \nPRESENTER: Liz Provo is a digital marketing specialist and owner of Mass Marketing Resources. Since 2001 she has been helping individuals\, small businesses and organizations throughout Western Massachusetts develop and execute effective digital marketing strategies. An early adopter of blogging\, email marketing and social media\, she has taught hundreds of small business owners and non-profit organizations how to effectively use today’s marketing tools to grow their organizations. \nSCORE provides local workshops and events to connect small business owners with the people and information you need to start\, grow\, and maintain your business. Western Massachusetts counseling locations: Amherst\, Greenfield\, Holyoke\, North Adams\, Northampton\, Pittsfield\, Springfield\, and West Springfield. Visit www.WesternMassachusetts.SCORE.org to request counseling services and for more information about SCORE. \nConstant Contact believes in the power of educating small businesses to become confident marketers. In fact\, they have educated OVER 1-MILLION SMALL BUSINESS OWNERS through local workshops throughout the country. \nJoin us at one of these workshops to find out how YOU can use email marketing to grow your business in 2016.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://businesswest.com/eventcalendar/score-workshop-the-power-of-the-inbox-tips-and-tricks-for-successful-email-marketing/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20151205T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20151205T220000
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SUMMARY:Christina's House 3rd Annual Ball
DESCRIPTION:This elegant event will include great food\, music\, dancing\, raffles and a silent auction. It is your chance to support this unique Christ-Centered ministry that helps homeless women and children in the Springfield MA area by giving them a place to call home.\nAll money raised at this event directly benefits Christina’s house and the women and children who reside there. It is their largest fundraiser of the year.  If you cannot attend the ball\, monetary donations\, or purchasing raffle tickets for the ‘Ring Raffle’ are welcome (winner of the diamond ring will be announced at the ball).  Any and all support helps. Christina’s House is also looking for local businesses to become sponsors for the event. To purchase tickets for the event or the ring raffle\, or for more information please visit: http://www.christinashouse.org \nMore information about Christina’s House:\nChristina’s House\n38 Madison Avenue\nSpringfield\, MA 01105\n(413) 372-5087\nEmail: info@christinashouse.org\nhttps://www.facebook.com/ChristinasHouse.org\nhttp://www.christinashouse.org
URL:https://businesswest.com/eventcalendar/christinas-house-3rd-annual-ball/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20151118T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20151118T100000
DTSTAMP:20260607T055220
CREATED:20180625T194231Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180625T194346Z
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SUMMARY:Leadership 2.0- Become a Superhero Board Member
DESCRIPTION:Becoming a Superhero Board Member- Dr. Louis Abbate*\, President Emeritus Willie Ross School for the Deaf\, Kirk Smith*\, President & CEO\, YMCA of Great Springfield\, and YPS Presenter\nAre you on a board of directors or are thinking about joining a board? Many boards are filled with well-intentioned folks that are just taking up space. Our organizations need leaders on boards who know how to be effective board members. Learn what it takes from professionals who have built stellar boards and serve on boards. Cape and tights not included\, but breakfast is.
URL:https://businesswest.com/eventcalendar/leadership-2-0-become-a-superhero-board-member-2/
CATEGORIES:BW Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20151118T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20151118T100000
DTSTAMP:20260607T055220
CREATED:20180625T194230Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180625T194346Z
UID:10001293-1447833600-1447840800@businesswest.com
SUMMARY:Leadership 2.0- Become a Superhero Board Member
DESCRIPTION:Becoming a Superhero Board Member- Dr. Louis Abbate*\, President Emeritus Willie Ross School for the Deaf\, Kirk Smith*\, President & CEO\, YMCA of Great Springfield\, and YPS Presenter\nAre you on a board of directors or are thinking about joining a board? Many boards are filled with well-intentioned folks that are just taking up space. Our organizations need leaders on boards who know how to be effective board members. Learn what it takes from professionals who have built stellar boards and serve on boards. Cape and tights not included\, but breakfast is.
URL:https://businesswest.com/eventcalendar/leadership-2-0-become-a-superhero-board-member/
CATEGORIES:BW Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20151105T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20151105T170000
DTSTAMP:20260607T055220
CREATED:20180625T194245Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180625T194346Z
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SUMMARY:Employment Law & HR Practices Conference
DESCRIPTION:EANE announced today its Annual Employment Law & HR Practices Update conference to be held on Thursday\, November 5\, 2015 at the Springfield Marriott in Springfield\, MA. The full-day conference — which  draws more than 100 attendees from Massachusetts\, Connecticut and Rhode Island –will address the ever-changing employment law landscape in today’s workplace.\n“We cover the vital developments in state and federal employment law and best-practices with an array of experts.” said Meredith Wise\, President of the Employers Association of the NorthEast. “Participants gain practical guidance on day-to-day employment issues and strategies for big-picture planning.” \nFeatured keynote speakers will be Mike Hess and Rich Trombetta. Mike is a legally blind IT professional who has bucked mainstream trends and has been employed as a technology professional since 1996. He will present the “Art of Blinders\,” demonstrating that most obstacles in business can be overcome using the sightless principles of communication.    \nRich Trombetta\, of The Innovation Company\, will present “The New Diversity – A Resource To Be More Effective As A Business\,” explaining how biases can impact decisions\, team work and the overall work environment. Rich uses improvisational comedy\, high-energy fun and thought-provoking exercises.  \nThe fee is $285 per person with discounts for three or more. Register at http://eane.org/employment-law-hr-conference/ or via phone at 877-662-6444.   The program will offer 5.5 credits by the HR Certification Institute and SHRM.
URL:https://businesswest.com/eventcalendar/employment-law-hr-practices-conference/
CATEGORIES:BW Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20151104T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20151104T183000
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CREATED:20180625T194237Z
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SUMMARY:5th Annual Western Mass Business Expo
DESCRIPTION:Join us for this year’s Western Mass Business Expo!The region’s best one-day business event! More than 150 exhibitors and 2\,500 attendees are expected for a show that is packed with a number of special programs\, speakers\, and learning opportunities. Be a part of this incredible day! \nDate: Wednesday\, November 4\, 2015\nTime: Show Floor OPEN 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. & Expo Social 4 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.\nLocation: MassMutual Center\, Springfield\, MA\nCost: FREE ADMISSION with a Business Card\nSponsorship & Exhibitor Opportunities Available \nFor more information visit: http://www.wmbexpo.com/ or call (413) 781-8600
URL:https://businesswest.com/eventcalendar/5th-annual-western-mass-business-expo/
CATEGORIES:BW Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20151031T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20151031T230000
DTSTAMP:20260607T055220
CREATED:20180625T194243Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180625T194346Z
UID:10001331-1446318000-1446332400@businesswest.com
SUMMARY:Blue Heron Halloween an evening of tricks & treats
DESCRIPTION:Join Blue Heron for a fun Halloween an evening of tricks & treats
URL:https://businesswest.com/eventcalendar/blue-heron-halloween-an-evening-of-tricks-treats/
CATEGORIES:BW Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20151029T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20151029T210000
DTSTAMP:20260607T055220
CREATED:20180625T194245Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180625T194346Z
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SUMMARY:3rd Annual 40 Under Forty Alumni Reunion
DESCRIPTION:Join your peers for an evening of Networking\, Food\, and Drinks.\nDate: Thursday\, October 29\, 2015\nTime: 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.\nLocation: Springfield Country Club\n1375 Elm Street\, West Springfield\, MA 01089 \nTickets: $25 per person includes complimentary Beer & Wine until 6pm \nFor more information call Melissa Hallock at (413) 781-8600\, ext. 100
URL:https://businesswest.com/eventcalendar/3rd-annual-40-under-forty-alumni-reunion-2/
CATEGORIES:BW Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20151024T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20151024T180000
DTSTAMP:20260607T055220
CREATED:20180625T194243Z
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SUMMARY:Alex Sepkus Jewelry Trunk Show
DESCRIPTION:Choose from the extended collection of work by renowned jeweler\, Alex Sepkus\, during this two-day event. Browse pieces from earrings\, necklaces\, rings\, bridal jewelry\, one-of-a-kind pieces and more. It’s your chance to shop the collection\, enjoy refreshments\, and enter to win a special piece by the artist at this one-time event.
URL:https://businesswest.com/eventcalendar/alex-sepkus-jewelry-trunk-show-2/
CATEGORIES:BW Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20151023T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20151023T190000
DTSTAMP:20260607T055220
CREATED:20180625T194242Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180625T194346Z
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SUMMARY:Alex Sepkus Jewelry Trunk Show
DESCRIPTION:Choose from the extended collection of work by renowned jeweler\, Alex Sepkus\, during this two-day event. Browse pieces from earrings\, necklaces\, rings\, bridal jewelry\, one-of-a-kind pieces and more. It’s your chance to shop the collection\, enjoy refreshments\, and enter to win a special piece by the artist at this one-time event.
URL:https://businesswest.com/eventcalendar/alex-sepkus-jewelry-trunk-show/
CATEGORIES:BW Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20151022T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20151023T180000
DTSTAMP:20260607T055220
CREATED:20180625T194235Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180625T194346Z
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SUMMARY:CWE’s 9th Annual Women Business Leaders Conference
DESCRIPTION:CWE’s 9th Annual Women Business Leaders Conference is New England’s premier educational and networking event for women business leaders and supplier diversity professionals.\nEARLY-BIRD REGISTRATION OPEN till July 31!  \nThis year’s event will feature: \n• Educational Sessions – for women business owners\, business professionals\, and corporate supplier diversity & purchasing professionals \n• Keynote Speakers – three (3) amazing women from New England who launched and led highly successful\, well-known businesses \n• Business Expo Fair – featuring exhibitors showcasing their products and services  \n• Awards Luncheon \n• CWE Women-Owned Business Challenge* Finals – the final presentations of our ten (10) finalists\, representing early-stage and mature businesses\n* Compete for an opportunity to win $10\,000 to grow your business! Applications due Aug. 14\, 2014. For more information\, visit www.cweonline.org/2015Challenge or contact 2015Challenge@cweonline.org  \n• Ample opportunities to network & make new connections – Including a unique speed-mentoring session and an evening cocktail networking reception  \nFor ticket pricing\, registering\, & more info:\nwww.cweonline.org/wblc
URL:https://businesswest.com/eventcalendar/cwes-9th-annual-women-business-leaders-conference/
CATEGORIES:BW Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20151021T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20151021T140000
DTSTAMP:20260607T055220
CREATED:20180625T194237Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180625T194346Z
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SUMMARY:Leadership 2.0- Enneagram Dynamics: Deepening Understanding
DESCRIPTION:Enneagram Dynamics: Deepening Understanding- Melina Rudman\, Executive Director\, Spiritual Life Center\nWhat number am I again? For those who have taken the Enneagram personality profile\, this is an opportunity to deepen your understanding of how to apply this powerful tool. Building upon the Introduction to the Enneagram during the LPV retreat\, Enneagram Dynamics will explore the theories of “wings” and “paths of integration and disintegration” that are integral to using enneagram wisdom in leadership and empowerment of self and others. Join us as we take a deeper dive into this powerful tool for self awareness and growth. \nMelina Rudman served a Program Director at Leadership Greater Hartford and leads LPV’s Enneagram workshop each year. She continues to be a favorite trainer among LPV participants. Her gentle and dynamic style sheds new light on this powerful tool.
URL:https://businesswest.com/eventcalendar/leadership-2-0-enneagram-dynamics-deepening-understanding/
CATEGORIES:BW Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20151017T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20151017T150000
DTSTAMP:20260607T055220
CREATED:20180625T194243Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180625T194346Z
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SUMMARY:The Montessori School of Northampton Children's Fall Fair
DESCRIPTION:Join us at The Montessori School of Northampton on Saturday\, October 17 for our 16th annual Children’s Fall Fair! From 11 AM to 3 PM there will be children’s games\, arts and crafts\, bounce houses\, and much more.\nNew this year we will be hosting the first ever #WeNeedDiverseBooks book fair! The book fair will feature books embracing diversity to encourage acceptance\, empathy and equality. To find out more about this organization visit their website at www.diversebooks.com. Don’t miss out on your chance to be a part of this national movement to amplify diversification at the Children’s Fall Fair. \nAdmission is free to the public\, although some activities have a small fee. This will benefit our Scholarship Fund\, which supports 30% of the school’s families. We look forward to seeing you and your family on Saturday\, October 17th at our Children’s Fall Fair. \nIn addition to the exciting activities\, and food\, the Children’s Fall Fair is the first of three open houses at The Montessori School of Northampton. With a brand new middle school opening in the fall of 2016\, now is the time to join our wonderful community.
URL:https://businesswest.com/eventcalendar/the-montessori-school-of-northampton-childrens-fall-fair/
CATEGORIES:BW Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20151015T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20151015T190000
DTSTAMP:20260607T055220
CREATED:20180625T194245Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180625T194346Z
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SUMMARY:Pink Party
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for the “Pink Party” during Breast Cancer Awareness Month to raise funds and awareness for the Susan G. Komen Massachusetts chapter\nThe purpose of the “Pink Party” is to raise awareness of the mission of the Massachusetts affiliate of the Susan G. Komen for the Cure® and to raise funds to support the local fight against breast cancer. There is no cost for admission\, but donations are greatly appreciated. Enjoy cocktails and hors d’ouevres provided by Max Catering and Events and meet the President of the Board of Directors for Komen Mass. Silent auction items include Patriots tickets with club-level seating and premium parking along with many other high-ticket offerings. Guests are encouraged to wear pink in support of those fighting breast cancer. Please RSVP to sandy@greenoughpaper.com. If you cannot attend but wish to donate to the cause\, please visit www.komenmass.org.
URL:https://businesswest.com/eventcalendar/pink-party/
CATEGORIES:BW Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20151008T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20151008T200000
DTSTAMP:20260607T055220
CREATED:20180625T194241Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180625T194346Z
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SUMMARY:Eat Drink & Be Holyoke
DESCRIPTION:The Holyoke Rotary Club is hosting its second annual a tasting fundraiser and silent auction\, Eat\, Drink & Be Holyoke\, presented by Hazen Paper\, MassLive\, Westfield Bank and an anonymous donor. The event will feature over 20 complimentary food and beverage tasting stations\, a silent auction\, live music by Astronomical Fatigo and complimentary valet service. Net proceeds will help fund the Holyoke Rotary Club’s five year commitment pledged to the Kelly School.\nLocal restaurant tasting stations will be available compliments of Amedeo’s Restaurant\, Delaney’s Grill/The Mick\, Dockside Restaurant\, foodWorks @ Kate’s Kitchen\, Hamel’s Summit View\, Holyoke Hummus Company\, JPs Restaurant\, Nick’s Nest\, Silk Deli & Bistro/Thai Place\, Sláinte\, Strum’s Deli\, and Yankee Pedlar Inn.  \nWine tastings will be provided by Horizon Beverage and Black Birch Vineyard. Local craft beer tastings will be provided by Berkshire Brewing Company\, Fort Hill Brewery\, Iron Duke Brewing Company\, Lefty’s Brewing Company\, Paper City Brewery\, and Swing Oil Beer Co. V One Vodka will also be providing a tasting station.  \nTickets are on sale for $35.00 and can be purchased online at the event website\, at Slainte Restaurant or Westfield Bank Holyoke Branch.
URL:https://businesswest.com/eventcalendar/eat-drink-be-holyoke-2/
CATEGORIES:BW Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20151008T060000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20151009T200000
DTSTAMP:20260607T055220
CREATED:20180625T194241Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180625T194346Z
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SUMMARY:4th Annual Love to the Rescue Radiothon
DESCRIPTION:Join radio personalities Zito and Kera from Mix 93.1\, along with Adam Wright and Bo Sullivan from NewsRadio560 WHYN\, as they broadcast live from the Springfield\, MA Shriners Hospitals for Children for our 4th Annual Love to the Rescue Radiothon!\nTune in to 93.1 FM or 560 AM on October 8 and 9 between 6 a.m. and 8 p.m. on air\, on your iHeartRadio APP\, or stop by the hospital to hear inspiring interviews with patients and their families. Listen to their amazing stories and how their experience with Shriners Hospitals for Children – Springfield has changed their lives. Join us in celebrating our 90th anniversary by sending your Love to the rescue\, and calling in to show your support! \nTo make a donation\, please call: 413-314-6000 or toll-free at 888-554-2411. \nFor more information\, contact Karen Motyka at 413-787-2032 or kmotyka@shrinenet.org
URL:https://businesswest.com/eventcalendar/4th-annual-love-to-the-rescue-radiothon/
CATEGORIES:BW Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20151007T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20151007T200000
DTSTAMP:20260607T055220
CREATED:20180625T194243Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180625T194346Z
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SUMMARY:TASTE OF AUTUMN Wine Tasting & Silent Auction
DESCRIPTION:The United Way Women’s Leadership Council (WLC) TASTE OF AUTUMN Wine Tasting & Silent Auction\nJoin us for a fabulous night of mixing and mingling\, sampling beer and wine from local distributors\,\nenjoying sweets and savories\, and bidding on an incredible selection of auction items!
URL:https://businesswest.com/eventcalendar/taste-of-autumn-wine-tasting-silent-auction/
CATEGORIES:BW Events
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