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This week calendar of events

Monday, August 22, 2011

Basic Web Page Authoring (HTML): Class hosted by Leisure Learning Unlimited. 6:30-9:45 p.m., 2990 Richmond, sixth floor. Cost: $69. Information: www.llucomputer.com or 281-489-7944.

Computer Orientation — Hands On for First-Time Users: Class hosted by Leisure Learning Unlimited. 6:20-9:35 p.m., 2990 Richmond, sixth floor. Cost: $75. Information: www.llucomputer.com or 281-489-7944.

Tuesday, August 23, 2011

Appraisal Institute: Meeting. 11:30 a.m.- 1 p.m., Maggiano's, 2019 Post Oak. Topic: Houston commercial real estate trends. Speakers: Colliers International, Apartment Realty Advisors, Duke Realty, Crosswell Torian, Evtex Properties. Cost: $30-$50. Information: Lori Wilkins at 713-839-0808 or lori@amchouston.com. Online: www.aihouston.com.

Corporate Swagger — What It Is and How You Can Get It: Class hosted by Leisure Learning Unlimited. 7-9 p.m., 2990 Richmond, sixth floor. Cost: $30. Information: www.llu.com or 713-529-4414.

Energy Prospectus Group: Hosted by Brigham Exploration. 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m., H.E.S.S. Club, 5430 Westheimer. Topic: Bakken Shale update. Cost: $30-$40. Registration: www.energyprospectus.com.

Referral Business Builders: Networking meeting. 7:45–9:30 a.m., Canopy restaurant, 3939 Montrose. Information: Marian LaSalle, 713-826-4942. Online: www.referralbusinessbuilders.com.

After Hours Network: 6-8:30 p.m., Little Napoli Italian Cuisine, 6445 Westheimer. Speaker: Harris County Judge Ed Emmett. Cost: $15. Information: www.afterhoursnetwork.com.

Tips for Choosing the Right Business: 9-11 a.m., UH SBDC, 2302 Fannin, Suite 200. Cost: $19. Registration:www.sbdc.uh.edu.

Building a Budget: 9-11 a.m., UH SBDC, 2302 Fannin, Suite 200. Cost: $19. Registration:www.sbdc.uh.edu.

USGBC Energy Summit The USGBC Texas Gulf Coast Chapter Energy Summit educates the building industry about energy trends, efficiency, and incentives along the Gulf Coast. Participants provide a forum to share expertise about energy topics with consumers. Meet other building managers, facility engineers, operators, building owners, and building support such as engineers, architects, and vendors. Experience a variety of perspectives and viewpoints regarding the movement to bring green to the commercial property industry. Educational tracks include energy conservation ideas; energy efficiency and the competition for capital dollars and a technology forum $150 per person Click here for more information Samantha Serna samantha@usgbctexasgulfcoast.org When: Tuesday, August 23, 2011 7 a.m.- 4:30 p.m. Where:

The Houstonian 111 North Post Oak Lane Website: usgbctexasgulfcoast.org/calendar.asp?show=907&calid=779

Wednesday, August 24, 2011

ARMA — The Information Management Professionals: Luncheon meeting. 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m., H.E.S.S. Club, 5430 Westheimer. Speaker: Susan L. Cisco, Gimmal Group. Topic: Making a Successful Transition to RIM in a Digital World. Cost: $30-$45. Information: 281-870-5593 or www.armahouston.org.

Services Cooperative Association: Houston CrossRoads business building breakfast. 7:15-8:30 a.m., H.E.S.S. Club, 5430 Westheimer. Speaker: Joan Ifland, Victory Meals. Topic: Manage Your Health, Manage Your Business. Cost $22. Information: 713-932-7495 ext. 48. Online: www.servicesca.org/crossroads.htm.

Houston Inventors Association: Meeting. 7-9 p.m., Bayland Park Community Building, 6400 Bissonnet. Cost: $5. Information: Otto Glaser, 713-896-9935. Online: www.inventors.org

Creating a Logo for Your Business: Two-part course: Aug. 24 and Aug. 31, 9 a.m.-noon, UH SBDC, 2302 Fannin, Suite 200. Cost: $59. Registration:www.sbdc.uh.edu.

Permits and Licenses for Doing Business in Houston: 6-8 p.m., UH SBDC, 2302 Fannin, Suite 200. Cost: Free. Registration:www.sbdc.uh.edu.

Internet Marketing Clinic: 7-9 p.m., UH SBDC, 2302 Fannin, Suite 200. Cost: Free. Registration:www.sbdc.uh.edu.

Goldman Sachs: 10,000 Small Businesses Aug 24, 2011 12:30 PM EDT - Aug 24, 2011 01:45 PM EDT Register Now! HMSDC Conference Room ,Three Riverway Suite 555 Houston, Texas 77056 Map to Location

Proposal Writing Basics Wednesday, August 24, 2011 2:00 p.m - 3:00 p.m (Bring your lunch; coffee & tea provided) Free Webinar Learn the key components of a proposal to a foundation. For those new to proposal writing, this class will cover:

• How the proposal fits into the overall grantseeking process

• What to include in a standard proposal to a foundation

• Tips for making each section of your proposal stronger What funders expect to see in your proposal and

• attachments

• Tips for communicating with funders during the grant process

• Additional resources on proposal writing, including sample proposals

Skill: Developing Proposals

IN THE NEWS

Small-business Q&A: A patently good event for inventors

There's a free event coming up Aug. 10 that you should attend if you're able.

Earn $100 or $70 for you and $70 for your teen in learning to eat healthy and lose weight Research Studies Researchers at the Children’s Nutrition Research Center at the Baylor College of Medicine are recruiting 12-17 year old youth to take part in an 8-session internet program on healthy eating and physical activity. Gain access to a website from your own home! Watch Maria, Darius, Kyle and Lynn show you how to make healthy food choices and be physically active! Fill out online questionnaires and Receive up to $100! FOR MORE INFORMATION, CALL OR EMAIL: Mamie at 713-798-0501, mawhite@bcm.edu

Small-business Q&A: The credit card challenge Start-up businesses may have to look around to find lenders willing to provide a merchant account through which the business can accept credit card payments.

Advice for baby boomers who want to start businesses

Make those reservations now for Houston Restaurant Weeks Houston Restaurant Weeks kicks off Monday, Aug. 1, and it’s your chance to try some of the city’s finest restaurants in a wallet-friendly way. Houston Restaurants Weeks runs through Aug. 31, and a portion of the meal’s cost are donated to the Houston Food Bank. Last year’s event, chaired by TV personality Cleverley Stone, raised $585,000 for the food bank, the largest source of food for hunger relief charities in southeast Texas. The 'heart attack proof' diet? http://www.cnn.com/2011/HEALTH/08/19/heart.attack.proof.diet/index.html?iref=NS1

“Doing Business with HCC” Wednesday, August 24, 2011 11:30am-1:00pm Palm Center 5330 Griggs Road Low Cost Marketing: Online & Offline Strategies for Small Business Owners Thursday, August 25, 2011 9:00 am - Noon Location: JW Marriott - Galleria Cost: $15 advance online / $25 at door (Self parking in hotel garage will be validated) More Information/Registration

Thursday, August 25, 2011

Intermediate QuickBooks Seminar: Hosted by Hodgson CPA. Aug. 25-26, 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Houston Marriott Energy Center, 16011 Katy Freeway. Cost: $325. Contact: Wendy Kelley, 281-395-4488, Wendy@HodgsonCPA.com. Online: www.hodgsoncpa.com/QuickBooksforSmall Businesses/QuickBooks Seminar.aspx .

Referral Business Builders: Networking meeting. 7:45–9:30 a.m., Fadi's Mediterranean Grill, 4738 Beechnut Street. Information: Marian LaSalle, 713-826-4942. Online: www.referralbusinessbuilders.com. "Introduction to Entrepreneurship" August 25 HTC Are you in the early stage of forming a technology company? Let our experts share their knowledge with you! Topics: * Preparing a Business Plan * Selecting the Proper Business Structure & Form of Ownership * Financial Assumptions & Projections * Marketing Now: A Basic Building Block Not a Luxury * Financing Alternatives / Capital Sources 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. $50 Registration (Registration closes Aug. 22) International Business Initiatives Committee Thursday, August 25th, 2 p.m., Council Chambers, City Hall, 901 Bagby, 77002 The committee considers strategies to encourage international trade and investment in Houston communities. The Committee will serve as liaison to the Houston International Protocol Alliance, the Sister Cities International program and Houston’s consular corps.

21st Annual Scriptwriters/Houston's Ten By Ten Play Showcase: Featuring 10 plays by 10 Houston play rights. Aug. 25, 26, 27 at 8 p.m. and Aug. 28 at 2 p.m., Country Playhouse, 12802 Queensbury Lane. Cost: $12-$15. Information: 713-467-4497 or www.countryplayhouse.org.

IABC Houston Professional Development Luncheon: 11:15 a.m.-1 p.m., Brennan's, 3300 Smith. Program: A panel of experts will talk about making pitches to executives, bosses, clients or any audience. Cost: $20-$55. Registration: www.iabchouston.com

Low Cost Marketing Strategies: Hosted by SCORE Houston. 8:30 a.m.–noon, J.W. Marriott, 5150 Westheimer. Topics: Selling on a Shoestring by Sue Phalen of SCORE; E-mail and Social Media Marketing for Small Business by Shelley Roth of Springboard Works. Cost: $15 in advance, $25 at the door. Registration: www.scorehouston.org.

State & Federal Taxes for Corporations and LLCs: 9-11 a.m., UH SBDC, 2302 Fannin, Suite 200. Cost: $19. Registration:www.sbdc.uh.edu.

Google AdWords: 9-11:30 a.m., UH SBDC, 2302 Fannin, Suite 200. Cost: $29. Registration:www.sbdc.uh.edu.

Morgan Stanley Smith Barney: Investing in Volatile Markets For event information and to RSVP contact Richard Sanborn at 713-966-2159 or via email at richard.h.sanborn@mssb.com. Richard Sanborn 713-966-2159 richard.h.sanborn@mssb.com When: Thursday, August 25, 2011

Friday, August 26, 2011

Using LinkedIn to Grow Your Business: 9 a.m.-noon, UH SBDC, 2302 Fannin, Suite 200. Cost: $39. Registration:www.sbdc.uh.edu.

THE LOFTON FOUNDATION, 4TH ANNUAL BACK TO SCHOOL FUNDRAISER & CLIENT PARTY AUG.26TH @ BELVEDERE 6-10PM Friday August 26th, 2011 @ Belvedere 1131 Uptown Park Blvd. Houston, TX 77056 HAPPY HOUR 6:00-10:30PM FREE FOOD, NETWORKING, MUSIC, DOOR PRIZES & DRINK SPECIALS FREE ENTRY with SCHOOL SUPPLIES TO GIVE TO FOSTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, $10 ADMISSIONS without SCHOOL SUPPLIES, DO IT 4 THE KIDS:-)

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Saturday, August 27, 2011 Rotary Club Skyline Houston

On Saturday, August 27, 2011 from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., Rotary Club of Houston Skyline, in conjunction with the Tellepsen Family YMCA will host the 2011 Health and Wellness Fair, located at 808 Pease St., Houston, TX 77002 along with Museum of Cultural Arts Houston "Art Angels," bringing healing through art.

Upcoming events Women's Business Financial Forum Need Money for your Business, but confused on how to get it?? Come meet with the TOP Experts on Business Financing Find Out: Top 5 Ways to get money for your Business Is there Grant Money available and How to get it? What is a Micro-Loan, how to get one, and how much can you get? Are banks really lending, and what is the process? How do you prepare your company to receive a loan? Panel Experts: Wells Fargo Small Business Administration Score Accion Texas H360 Capital 9-10 am Networking and Lite Breakfast 10-12pm Open Panel Discussion Sponsor: Wells Fargo, SBA Houston, Score Houston, Accion Texas, H360 Capital, Women CEO Project When: 2011-08-31, 9a.m. - 12p.m. Location: Hotel Derek 2525 West Loop S Houston, Texas 77027 Cost: $5 for Women CEO Members, $10 for non-members To Register: Click here for more information or call Kristi L. Jackson at (832) 303- 1475 or e-mail us

Straight Talk with ConocoPhillips Aug 30, 2011 04:00 PM EDT - Aug 30, 2011 05:00 PM EDT HMSDC Conference Room Three Riverway #555 Houston, Texas 77056 EXPO Preparation Seminar Aug 31, 2011 04:00 PM EDT - Aug 31, 2011 05:00 PM EDT HMSDC Conference Room Three Riverway #555 Houston, Texas 77056

NASA/JSC Introduction to Entrepreneurship Learn what it takes to run your business. Planning the details of your company's road map to success is arguably one of the hardest tasks you will ever undertake, and the most critical to the successful launch and growth of your venture. Let our experts share their knowledge with you! Agenda includes: Introduction to Entrepreneurship Basic Business Development Selecting the Proper Business Structure & Form of Ownership Marketing Analysis: Analyze Competition, Define Target Market Financial Assumptions and Projections Sponsor: Houston Technology Center & Gulf Coast Regional Center of Innovation and Commercialization When: 2011-09-01, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Location: Johnson Space Center Gilruth Center Cost: $50 registration closes August 29 To Register: Click here for more information or call Melissa Fritsche at 713-658-1750 or e-mail us NASA/JSC Introduction to Entrepreneurship September 1 JSC Gilruth Center Learn what it takes to run your business. Planning the details of your company's roadmap to success is arguably one of the hardest tasks you will ever undertake, and the most critical to the successful launch and growth of your venture. 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. $50 Registration (Registration closes Aug. 29) The 7th Annual Radio One Family Fun Day in the Park! DATE: Sunday, September 4th The Arts Pavillion @ Tom Bass Regional Park I 3452 Fellows Road (Southeast corner of Highway 288 and Beltway Houston, Texas 77047 Gates open at 1:00pm Event starts at 2:00pm-10:00pm Family Fun Day in the Park is Houston’s biggest R&B and Gospel Concert starring legendary artists!It’s not just a concert; it’s a concert experience unlike any other. Don’t miss the 7th Annual Family Fun Day in the Park, Sunday, September 4, 2011. There will be Food, Fun, vendors and musical entertainment for the entire family! No coolers, outside food / beverages or pets allowed. FAMILY FUN DAY PERFORMERS: The Whispers, Cameo, Kurtis Blow, Fred Hammond, Martha Munizzi, Israel Houghton, Wess Morgan, Troy Sneed and James Fortune! TICKET INFORMATION: Lawn Tickets Go On Sale Sunday, August 7th at these Select Fiesta Locations Online Tickets for Reserved Seating Go On Sale Saturday, August 6th, for $25.00 while supplies last. Click Here To Purchase Online ALL DAY SOCIAL MEDIA WORKSHOP Saturday, Sept. 10

8:30AM - 4:00 PM

303 Jackson Hill Houston, TX Aug. 21 is the last day to get discounted pricing! A Boomer and a Gen Y Team Up to offer you a clear, fluff-free, program filled with impactful strategies and time-saving tips that will raise your visibility as an employee or business owner.

When: 2011-09-30, 12 p.m. - 3 p.m. Location: Houston Baptist University Hinton Center Dillon II Conference Room Cost: $25 before 9/15, $35 after 9/15, $10 for students To Register: Click here for more information or call Mohan Kuruvilla at 2816493014 or e-mail us HoustonWorks USA Scholarship Golf Tournament--October 6th Please join us for HoustonWorks USA Scholarship Golf Tournament at Redstone Golf Club on October 6th, 2011. We will have a great day of golf and support a very worthy cause- HoustonWorks USA Scholarship Program. Great prizes to be won-you will not want to miss this tournament. You can register now on-line by going to, http://golfdigestplanner.com/17349-HoustonWorksUSAScholarship/ . Hilton University of Houston www.HoustonTech.org/ICS Join us for the largest presentation of Texas Gulf Coast emerging technology companies focusing on energy, life sciences, information technology, nanotechnology and aerospace. Spanning the arc from research to innovation to entrepreneurship and commercialization. Thank you to our sponsors! Lessons in Neighborhood Organizing Event Saturday, October 15th, 8:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m., United Way of Greater Houston, 50 Waugh Drive, $5/person, to cover the cost of the event Houston's Community U Conference is geared toward community-based organizations and individuals interested in improving their neighborhoods. It will provide Houstonians with training, resources and solutions through a combination of workshops, presentations and networking opportunities. Take charge in your community. See how your area can benefit from what other communities have done and discover resources your neighborhood can take advantage of right now. Topics will include deed restrictions, volunteers, developing community projects, how to lead meetings, conflict resolution, and networking tools just to name a few. The conference will include a "Neighborhood of the Year Award" that will be judged by attendees at the conference. Early registration will be required to attend this half day event. Registration information will follow in a separate communication or for more information please contact Donald Perkins at 713-837-7803 or Donald.Perkins@houstontx.gov. More Info Music Festival featuring Charlie Wilson, Fantasia & Kem Start: October 15, 2011 8:00 PM End: October 15, 2011 11:00 PM Venue: Reliant Arena Phone: 1.800.745.3000 Address: 1 Reliant Park Houston, TX 77054 Cost: VARIES 2011 Walk to End Alzheimer’s Start: October 22, 2011 8:00 AM End: October 22, 2011 12:00 PM Venue: Minute Maid Park Phone: 713-314-1341 Address: 400 Hamilton Street Houston, TX 77002 Current Contracting Opportunities http://www.houstontx.gov/aacc/current.html

Association of Black Social Workers (ABSW) 25th Annual Southwest Regional Conference

Please view the attachment for information about the upcoming ABSW Annual Southwest Regional Conference in Houston, Texas on November 10-11, 2011. We are asking that you tell a friend, invite your co-workers, family members or anyone else who may benefit from this dynamic conference focused on, "Unity and Strength in the African-American Community: Implications for Social Work Practice". We are calling for proposals and soliciting vendors for exhibition opportunities. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact the Conference Chair, Dr. Gloria Batiste Roberts at (713) 858-4733 or email her at batrob14@comcast.net. You may also contact the Conference Co-Chair, Sondera Malry at (713) 504-1601 or email her at smalry@msn.com. We look forward to seeing you in November. If you are unable to attend the conference, please consider purchasing an ad in our brochure (page 7 of the packet). Harambee (Let us pull together), Cerendy Sias-President ABSW-Houston Chapter and Conference Co-Chair Community-Campus Partnerships for Health (CCPH) Events Below are highlights for Community-Campus Partnerships for Health (CCPH) in the month of January. We hope this helps you stay better connected to our events, activities, and opportunities for involvement! Stay up on the latest CCPH news – become a Facebook fan, join our LinkedIn group & follow us on Twitter! Sign up today from our homepage at http://www.ccph.info

Upcoming events Who should attend: Business professionals, Entrepreneurs, HR professionals, Non-profit Executives and anyone who feels that he or she is being left behind when it comes to social media. 2011 Best Corporate Counsel This event honors the unsung heroes of corporate Houston who are among the best and brightest in the legal profession. There are over 10 categories that will be awarded at this must attend award ceremony. When: 2011-09-07, 5:30pm - 9:30pm Location: Omni Houston Hotel Four Riverway, Houston, TX 77027 Cost: $25.00 - $1850.00 To Register: Click here for more information or call Lee Ann Semmel at 713-395-9662 or e-mail us FOR MORE INFO: www.socialtunities.com Texas-Israel Chamber of Commerce Cleanovation Conference September 14, 2011 All day Houston, Texas Attend Event Educational Encounter: Creating Efficiency in a Service Organization Friday, September 16, 2011 Join us to learn how to create efficiency in a service organization by applying six sigma concepts, utilizing continual improvement concepts, and discovering how to cope with less and stay on top of your business. http://www.wbea-texas.org/creating-efficiency-in-a-service-organization HMSDC 35th Annual Expo - Best of Class Reception September 21, 2011 5:30 PM - 9:30 PM The Rice Crystal Ballroom 909 Texas Ave. Houston, TX 77002 Attend Event HMSDC 35th Annual Expo September 22, 2011 7:15 AM - 4:00 PM George R. Brown Convention Center 1001 Avenida de las Americas Houston, TX 77010 Attend Event Brilliant Lecture Series Presents “An Evening with Maya Angelou” Start: September 22, 2011 7:00 PM End: September 22, 2011 9:00 PM Venue: St. Paul United Methodist Church Phone: 713-974-1335 Address: 5501 Main Street Houston, TX 77004 Cost: www.brilliantlectures.org Work Life Balance Luncheon A unique experience hosted by HBU's Center for Christianity in Business in networking with fellow professionals and learning from a panel of local business leaders and experts on this important challenge to all Christians who seek harmony between the blessings of family and successful professional lives. Sponsor: the Center for Christianity in Business, School of Business at HBU When: 2011-09-30, 12 p.m. - 3 p.m. Location: Houston Baptist University Hinton Center Dillon II Conference Room Cost: $25 before 9/15, $35 after 9/15, $10 for students To Register: Click here for more information or call Mohan Kuruvilla at 2816493014 or e-mail us Work Life Balance Luncheon A unique experience hosted by HBU's Center for Christianity in Business in networking with fellow professionals and learning from a panel of local business leaders and experts on this important challenge to all Christians who seek harmony between the blessings of family and successful professional lives. Sponsor: the Center for Christianity in Business, School of Business at HBU

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