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Evacuation Day (City Holiday)

Holidays City offices closed. Sunday parking rules in effect. Boston Public Libraries closed. BCYF Community Centers are closed. Wednesday, March 17, 2010.

MSBDC- Business Finance and Accounting Basics

Office of Business Development So, you’ve never had any formal business or accounting training, and you’re not sure what’s coming in, what’s going out, and whether you’re making money or not. This workshop will introduce you to the wonderful world of finance and accounting. We will cover a number of basics that every entrepreneur or company owner (big or small) should know- including record-keeping, tax considerations, cost accounting, pricing, financial statements, accounting software, vendors, and strategies for keeping it all together. Register online at www.sbdc.umb.edu/training or call 617-287-7750. Space is limited. Phone: 617-287-7750. Contact: sbdc@umb.edu. Cost: FREE. Audience: Young Adults (Ages 20-34). Adults. Businesses. Type of Event: Workshops & Classes. Tuesday, March 23, 2010, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM. Copley Square Library 700 Boylston St Boston, MA 02116-2813. For more info visit www.sbdc.umb.edu.

Meet The Lenders

Boston Home Center $hopping for the best deal in Boston? Meet The Lenders is a one-stop shopping opportunity to meet mortgage lenders and learn about special mortgage programs, money to close, free mortgage pre-qualification, affordable homeownerships listings applications, home repair, lead paint assistance, and sign up for a free homebuyer and credit smart course. Phone: 617-635-4663. Contact: The Boston Home Center. Cost: FREE. Audience: Families. Neighborhood: Dorchester. Type of Event: Meeting / Hearing. Thursday, March 25, 2010, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM. Codman Square Branch Library 690 Washington St Dorchester Center, MA 02124-3511. For more info visit www.cityofboston.gov.

Homeworks HELP

Boston Home Center Learn where to get grants & low deferred interest loans for your home improvement projects. Phone: 617-635-4663. Contact: The Boston Home Center. Cost: FREE. Audience: Families. Neighborhood: Hyde Park. Type of Event: Workshops & Classes. Thursday, March 25, 2010, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM. Hyde Park Library 35 Harvard Ave Hyde Park, MA 02136-2831. For more info visit www.cityofboston.gov.

Meet The Lenders

Boston Home Center $hopping for the best deal in Boston? Meet The Lenders is a one-stop shopping opportunity to meet different mortgage lenders and learn about special mortgage programs, money to close, free mortgage pre-qualification, affordable homeownership listings applications, home repair, lead paint assistance, and signup for a free homebuyer and credit course. Phone: 617-635-4663. Contact: The Boston Home Center. Cost: FREE. Audience: Families. Neighborhood: South Boston. Type of Event: Meeting / Hearing. Monday, April 12, 2010, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM. South Boston Branch Library 646 E Broadway South Boston, MA 02127-1502. For more info visit www.cityofboston.gov.

MSBDC- Sales and Marketing Basics

Office of Business Development So, you’ve already started your business, but nobody is calling, and nobody is buying (or they aren’t buying enough!). This workshop provides an overview and orientation to basic marketing concepts, strategies and tactics. You will learn about developing marketing strategies, conducting research, establishing pricing, the meaning of “branding” distribution channels, advertising, public relations, and most importantly, ideas for maximizing awareness and sales. Register online at www.sbdc.umb.edu/training or call 617-287-7750. Space is limited. Phone: 617-287-7750. Contact: sbdc@umb.edu. Cost: FREE. Audience: Young Adults (Ages 20-34). Adults. Businesses. Type of Event: Workshops & Classes. Thursday, April 15, 2010, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM. Copley Square Library 700 Boylston St Boston, MA 02116-2813. For more info visit www.sbdc.umb.edu.

Rock City Music & Style Show

Boston Main Streets Rock the Village! Fashion For All! All proceeds benefit Allston Village Main Streets, with the mission to improve, promote and beautify Allston Village. Phone: 617 254 7564. Contact: Katie Reed. Cost: $10.00. Neighborhood: Allston. Type of Event: Non-Profit Fundraiser. Thursday, April 15, 2010, 9:00 PM. Harper's Ferry 159 Brighton Ave Allston, MA 02134-2003.

Patriots Day (City Holiday)

Holidays City offices closed. Sunday parking rules in effect. Boston Public Libraries closed. BCYF Community Centers are closed. Monday, April 19, 2010.

Homeworks HELP

Boston Home Center Learn where to get grants & low deferred interest loans for your next home improvement projects. Phone: 617-635-4663. Contact: The Boston Home Center. Cost: FREE. Audience: Families. Neighborhood: Allston. Type of Event: Workshops & Classes. Wednesday, April 28, 2010, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM. Honan-Allston Branch Library 300 N Harvard St Allston, MA 02134-1530. For more info visit www.cityofboston.gov.

Action Plan Hearing #3: Citizen Feedback on Draft Action Plan

All Residents Welcome. Action Plan Hearings: last of three (3) public hearings seeking input concerning the development of the City of Boston’s Federal PY2010/City of Boston FY2011 (7/1/2010-6/30/2011) Action Plan. The Action Plan is a document that is submitted annually to the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and serves as the City's application for and planned use of its HUD housing and community development funds during the Program Year for the following HUD resources: • Community Development Block Grant Program (CDBG) • HOME Investment Partnerships Program (HOME) • Emergency Shelter Grant Program (ESG) • Housing Opportunities for Persons with AIDS Program (HOPWA) This hearing will focus on obtaining citizen comments on the draft Action Plan. Phone: 617-635-0243. Contact: DND, Policy Development & Research. Cost: Free. Audience: Young Adults (Ages 20-34). Adults. Seniors. Neighborhood: Downtown. MBTA: Government Center, State Street, Park Street. Type of Event: Meeting / Hearing. Thursday, April 29, 2010, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM. DND – Winter Chambers 26 Court St Boston, MA 02108-2528. For more info visit www.cityofboston.gov.

MSBDC- Business Law and Contracts

Office of Business Development Any economic transaction embodies a contract. In this comprehensive overview of business law and contracts, you will learn about how contracts are defined and constructed, the types of law that govern contracts, navigating oral and written contracts, contracts in the internet age, breaches, disputes, and different avenues for remediation, bankruptcy, and typical issues and areas of concern, including product liability, employment agreements, commercial leases, and finding corporate attorneys to meet your need. Register online at www.sbdc.umb.edu/training or call 617-287-7750. Space is limited. Phone: 617-287-7750. Contact: sbdc@umb.edu. Cost: FREE. Audience: Young Adults (Ages 20-34). Adults. Businesses. Type of Event: Workshops & Classes. Thursday, May 20, 2010, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM. Copley Square Library 700 Boylston St Boston, MA 02116-2813. For more info visit www.sbdc.umb.edu.

MSBDC- Getting Started in Business

Office of Business Development This popular workshop provides a complete overview of business start-up and planning considerations, oriented to those planning a venture as well as existing small business owners. Topics include the entrepreneurial lifestyle, feasibility, business strategy, business plan preparation, marketing, financing, and additional resources. Co-sponosored by the Jamaica Plain Neighborhood Development Corporation and the Kirstein Business Library. PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED. Phone: 617-287-7750. Contact: sbdc@umb.edu. Cost: FREE. Audience: Young Adults (Ages 20-34). Adults. Businesses. Neighborhood: Jamaica Plain. Type of Event: Workshops & Classes. Saturday, May 22, 2010, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM. Connolly Branch Library 433 Centre St Jamaica Plain, MA 02130-1831. For more info visit www.sbdc.umb.edu.

Homeworks HELP

Boston Home Center Learn where to get grants & low/ deferred interest loans for your home improvement projects. Phone: 617-635-4663. Contact: The Boston Home Center. Cost: FREE. Audience: Families. Neighborhood: Roslindale. Type of Event: Workshops & Classes. Wednesday, May 26, 2010, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM. Roslindale Branch Library 4238 Washington St Roslindale, MA 02131-2517. For more info visit www.cityofboston.gov.

Meet The Lenders

Boston Home Center $hopping for the best deal in Boston? Meet The Lenders is a one-stop shopping opportunity to meet different mortgage lenders and learn about special mortgage programs, money to close, free mortgage pre-qualififcation, affordable homeownership listings applications, home repair , lead paint assistance, and signup for a free homebuyer and credit course. Phone: 617-635-4663. Contact: The Boston Home Center. Cost: FREE. Audience: Families. Neighborhood: Hyde Park. Type of Event: Meeting / Hearing. Thursday, May 27, 2010, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM. Hyde Park Branch Library 35 Harvard Ave Hyde Park, MA 02136-2831. For more info visit www.cityofboston.gov.

Memorial Day (City Holiday)

Holidays City offices closed. Sunday parking rules in effect. Boston Public Libraries closed. BCYF Community Centers are closed. Monday, May 31, 2010.