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OCTOBER
Commute Chat Lunch
Tuesday, October 7
Arbor Area Chamber of Commerce
115 West Huron, 3rd Floor, Ann Arbor
12pm-1:30pm
Commute Chat is a networking and informational lunch for employers, HR staff, owners, managers and others responsible for parking and go!passes at their organization. October's Commute Chat Topic is Going Green: Creating Eco-Friendly Commuting Plans for Your Organization. Learn how businesses and organizations in Ann Arbor are going green by creating eco-plans that encourage their employees to use sustainable transportation.
Jan K. Culbertson, Sr. Principal at Ann Arbor Architects Collaborative (A3C) will be on hand to outline A3C's transportation policy and how it helps their company reduce their carbon footprint. Nancy Shore from the getDowntown Program will present on the City of Ann Arbor's efforts to create a Commuter Choice program for their employees.
You'll leave this informative presentation with the tools you need to get started on your own plan!
Cost: Free to Chamber Members and go!pass program participants. $10 to others
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Vision to Reality: Introduction to Small Business
Tuesday, October 7
Ann Arbor Area Chamber of Commerce
115 West Huron Street, 3rd Floor, Ann Arbor
3pm – 5:30
Do you dream of starting a business but do not know where to begin? This session gives you the information you will need to start building a successful business strategy. Topics discussed include sources of assistance, market research, financing, business partners, taxes, record keeping and more.
Cost: $30
For further information, call 734.547.9170.
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Young Talent
Wednesday, October 8
Barton Hills Country Club
730 Country Club Road, Ann Arbor
7am – 9pm
Retaining, nurturing and maximizing Ann Arbor’s economic foundation.
Panelists include:
Stewart Beal, president of Beal Inc. and a local property developer
Jeff Helminski, managing partner, The Moravian Companies
Amy Cell, director of talent acquisition for Ann Arbor SPARK
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LA2M – Lunch Ann Arbor Marketing
Wednesday, October 8
Pizza Pino
221 West Liberty
11:45am - 1pm
Derek Mehraban, Ingenex Digital Marketing
Corporate Brand Management Online
LA2M is changing its format to provide more value for its lunchtime participants. The diverse group of marketing professionals felt it was time to step up a notch and put more order into its weekly free knowledge exchange. The new format will spotlight one area of marketing each week. Subject matter experts will present and then lead group discussion. The range of marketing subjects, over the coming weeks is extensive, ranging from traditional marketing to new and emerging marketing concepts and technologies.
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Shining Light Regional Cooperation Awards
Thursday, October 9
The Westin Southfield
1500 Town Center, Southfield
8am
To nurture this sense of regional community, the Detroit Free Press and Metropolitan Affairs Coalition have partnered to create the Shining Light Regional Cooperation Awards, which will honor individuals who are making important contributions to regional cooperation, progress and understanding in Metropolitan Detroit.
The Shining Light Awards will honor individuals who are making important contributions to regional cooperation, progress, and understanding in metropolitan Detroit. Our purpose is to give broad exposure to people who are making the tough and often politically difficult decisions to further regional cooperation and, in that way, encourage others to follow in their footsteps.
The inaugural Shining Light Awards were launched in 2007 in a special “naming ceremony” honoring individuals well known for their extraordinary contributions to metropolitan Detroit – Neal Shine, Marian and Michael Ilitch, Eleanor Josaitis, and Dave Bing.
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The ABC’s of Small Business Ownership
Thursday, October 9
Cleary University – The Jonson Center
3725 Cleary Drive, Howell
8:30am – 5pm
About the Forum This full-day entrepreneurship forum will bring together business, academic, and government leaders, who through experience, education, examples, and debate, will help attendees identify, understand, and navigate the many pitfalls of buying or starting a business in Michigan. Attendees will be exposed to the varied areas of entrepreneurship and be presented a roadmap of the necessary steps to purchase or start a business in Michigan. Attendees will better understand the entrepreneurial process, including business formation, business planning, financial management, marketing, technology planning and implementation, project management, and the many obstacles to becoming an entrepreneur.
Who Should Attend
Anyone interested in starting, purchasing, or managing a business in Michigan. Former employees of the “Big Three” car companies, their suppliers, and other dislocated employees faced with a lay-off, buy-out, or early retirement should attend.
The first 25 attendees to sign-up receive a FREE copy of the “Entrepreneurs’ Handbook.”
Cost: $25 / students $15
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Google AdWords Success Workshop
Thursday, October 10
Pure Visibility Inc.
201 South Main Street, fifth floor, Ann Arbor
9am – 4:30 pm
Pure Visibility understands that AdWords accounts are very easy to set up and use, but difficult to master. At the end of the day, regardless of your skill level, the challenges in Pay Per Click are the same:
• How do I plan my strategy?
• How can I measure success?
• Do I know the latest techniques for increasing visitors, sales, and the bottom line?
• How do I get the most out of my limited management time while still getting the most out of my account?
Their course is a one-day workshop that provides winning, proven principles that will help you succeed in Pay Per Click management, regardless of whether you're a beginner who hasn't set up an AdWords account or a seasoned professional with years of experience.
Attendees must bring a laptop computer with wireless connectivity
Cost: $775
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Retail Survival
Wednesday, October 13
MI SBTDC Region 12
301 West Michigan Avenue, Suite 101, Ypsilanti
3pm – 5:30pm
How will you increase your foot traffic this winter and make your holiday season a success? Do you know who your target customer is? Do you need help with inventory management? Do you know your hourly, daily, and weekly sales numbers? Are you prepared to capitalize on every holiday? This seminar will prepare you to make the best of every retail experience. Presented by Ron Stevens, MI-SBTDC Senior Business Consultant, who has over 17 years of hands-on retail management experience.
Cost: $30
Questions? Please call 734.547.9170.
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Consumer Forum
Monday, October 13
Forsythe Middle School – Auditorium
1655 Newport Road, Ann Arbor
6pm
The Michigan Public Service Commission (MPSC) invites you to attend a consumer forum on important issues related to the electric, natural gas and telephone industries. At the forum, you will be able to get the latest information on electric and natural gas rates for the winter and learn the current status of local and long distance telephone service. Attendees will also be able to ask questions and express their concerns regarding service quality or other utility issues.
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The Life Sciences Industry: Transforming Michigan's Economy
Tuesday, October 14
Glen Oaks Country Club
30124 West 13 Mile Road, Farmington Hills
7am – 9am
Michigan is rapidly becoming a national trendsetter in the Life Sciences industry as over $2 billion of R&D is invested in the state each year. There are currently 542 life science companies operating in the state that employ over 31,000 people and generate $4.8 billion in revenue. Join them for networking, breakfast and a panel discussion lead by industry operating in this exciting marketplace.
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Women's Exchange of Washtenaw
Tuesday, October 14
Ann Arbor Downtown Development Authority
150 South Fifth Avenue, Suite 301, Ann Arbor
8am – 9:30am
"The Challenges of Managing Growth"
Cost: $20, Breakfast will be served
During this event, the group will talk about the successes and pitfalls they've experienced with their growing companies. Attend this session if you want to grow your company, or you want to alleviate the growing pains as you're scaling up. Conversation topics may include:
• Increasing sales
• Meeting demands for more of your products or services.
• Hiring the right team
• Managing cash flow
• Cutting "dead weight" or paring down for better profitability.
Space is limited to 50 participants.
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Motor City Connect lunch at Vinology
Tuesday, October 14
Vinology
110 South Main Street, Ann Arbor
11am – 1pm
Motor City Connect are top professionals who gather both online and offline to meet, understand and connect with business leaders. Motor City Connect is a welcoming place to network, take an active role in the community, and grow your business.
The schedule works like this:
11:00 - 11:30 Open Networking
11:30 - 11:45 Formal Introductions and lunch delivered to your seat
11:45 - 12:15 Topic Discussion over lunch
12:15 - 12:45 Share (best practices, table discussions, business tips)
12:45 - 1:00 Specific Asks
This networking lunch will take place on the second Tuesday of every month in the Bubble Room, downstairs at Vinology.
Cost: $20
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Ann Arbor Workshop to Prepare Parents for Teen Dating Years
Tuesday, October 14
Tappan Middle School, Media Center
2251 East Stadium Drive, Ann Arbor
Very few students fail Driver’s Ed – millions fail at dating. Based on the new release, paperback book, Dater’s Ed: The Instruction Manual for Parents, Lisa Jander gives directions for safe student dating using cars and driving as the analogy in her workshop for parents. Dater’s Ed is to dating what Driver’s Ed is to driving. The concept is modeled after the Michigan Driver’s Ed manual to help parents teach their students how to date defensively, navigate safely and steer clear of unhealthy relationships.
Cost is: individual: $25 / $30 out of district; couples: $35 / $42 out of district
To register, contact Ann Arbor Public Schools Community Education and Recreation at 994-2300 x 53203.
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National Association of Career Women
Wednesday, October 15
Weber’s
3050 Jackson Road, Ann Arbor
11:45am – 1pm
Speaker Judy Karandjeff, Executive Director Michigan Women's Commission
"Cracking the Glass Ceiling: Making Room for Our Future and Our Daughters"
Cost: $20
For information, please call Christine Mann at 734.439.2904.
LA2M – Lunch Ann Arbor Marketing
Wednesday, October 15
Pizza Pino
221 West Liberty
11:45am - 1pm
Declan O’Neill, 352 Media
Web Design
LA2M is changing its format to provide more value for its lunchtime participants. The diverse group of marketing professionals felt it was time to step up a notch and put more order into its weekly free knowledge exchange. The new format will spotlight one area of marketing each week. Subject matter experts will present and then lead group discussion. The range of marketing subjects, over the coming weeks is extensive, ranging from traditional marketing to new and emerging marketing concepts and technologies.
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Free Shredding Event
Friday, October 17 – Saturday October 18
Recycle Ann Arbor Drop-Off Station
2950 East Ellsworth, Ann Arbor
9:30am – 4:30am
The event is open to all residents and businesses in Washtenaw County. Customers may bring up to 100 pounds of paper for shredding. One hundred pounds of paper is approximately four standard banker’s boxes or one 96-gallon trash can. All shredded paper will be recycled. Customers with more than 100 pounds of paper to be shredded must make arrangements before the event by calling the Drop-Off Station at 734.971.7400.
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The 2nd annual Arbcamp event
Saturday, October 18 – Sunday, October 19
Morris Lawrence Building at Washtenaw Community College
4700 East Huron River Drive, Ann Arbor
9am – 5pm both days
Arbcamp is for anyone in publishing, including book publishing, news media, web development, music publishing, digital publishing, printing, marketing, blogging, podcasting, film production, social media and more.
Arbcamp is an annual event focused around the idea of making cool things happen in Ann Arbor. Last year’s Arbcamp had over 100 people. This year’s event has been extended to two days and looks to bring over 200 people to southeast Michigan. Anyone can present, everyone will learn. Attend Arbcamp 2008 and see the future of publishing.
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Open House of Cakes by Rubina
Saturday, October 18
Main Dish Kitchen
5060 Jackson Road, Ann Arbor
4pm – 7pm
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Ann Arbor Symphony Orchestra Concert
Music of the Northern Lights
Thursday, October 18
Michigan Theater
603 East Liberty, Ann Arbor
8pm
Sibelius’ only concerto, the Violin Concerto, heats up the cold Scandinavian night. Danish composer, Carl Nielsen’s dramatic Symphony No. 4, known as The Inextinguishable, culminates with a powerful “battle between two sets of timpani.” Romantic Danish composer Gade was a friend of Mendelssohn and instructor of Nielsen and Grieg. Audience members will enjoy his Hamlet Overture, which is full of melodic beauty.
This concert is sponsored by the Ray and Eleanor Cross Foundation.
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Mingle Under the Moonlight
Sunday, October 19
Moonlight Dance Studio
4949 Washtenaw Avenue, Ann Arbor
1pm – 4pm
Come and join us at Moonlight Dance Studio and mingle with experienced wedding vendors. Bring along your loved one and receive a free dance lesson and dance presentation from our Studio during the event.
Also enjoy free food samples, cake tasting, door prizes and a whole lot more!
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Fall Health Care Job Fair
Tuesday, October 21
Washtenaw Community College, Morris Lawrence building
4800 East Huron River Drive, Ann Arbor
10am – 2pm
Washtenaw Community College will be hosting its first annual Fall Health Care Job Fair. Approximately thirty health-related companies will be in attendance looking to hire for current openings in their organizations. The event is open to everyone and there is no charge for admission.
Questions? Contact Employment Services at 734.677.5155.
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Vision to Reality: Introduction to Small Business
Tuesday, October 21
Ypsilanti Chamber of Commerce
301 West Michigan Avenue, Suite 101, Ypsilanti
3pm – 5:30pm
Do you dream of starting a business but do not know where to begin? This session gives you the information you will need to start building a successful business strategy. Topics discussed include sources of assistance, market research, financing, business partners, taxes, record keeping, and more.
Cost: $30
For further information, call 734.547.9170.
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LA2M – Lunch Ann Arbor Marketing
Wednesday, October 22
Pizza Pino
221 West Liberty
11:45am - 1pm
Dee Davey, Creative Ideas Marketing
Market Research 1-2-3
LA2M is changing its format to provide more value for its lunchtime participants. The diverse group of marketing professionals felt it was time to step up a notch and put more order into its weekly free knowledge exchange. The new format will spotlight one area of marketing each week. Subject matter experts will present and then lead group discussion. The range of marketing subjects, over the coming weeks is extensive, ranging from traditional marketing to new and emerging marketing concepts and technologies.
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IRS Stakeholder Liaison presents: National Phone Forum
Wednesday, October 22
Toll free: 1-866-216-6835
“Recordkeeping for Small Business/Self Employed Individuals”
This IRS phone forum is for:
• Tax professionals
• Attorneys
• Payroll professionals
• Industry partners
Learn about recordkeeping for small business/self-employed individuals
• What books and records are
• Why books and records are needed
• Who should have books and records
• How good books and records can shorten an audit
• How long books and records should be kept
Earn Continuing Professional Education credit
• Enrolled agents receive one CPE credit for a minimum 50-minute participation from the start of the forum
• Other tax professionals may receive credit if the phone forum meets your organization’s or state’s CPE requirements
• To receive credit, register individually and use your PIN
• Call in using your individual phone line so your attendance can be verified
• Look for your Certificate of Completion by e-mail approximately one week after the forum. If you have met all requirements, you will receive your certificate automatically; there’s no need to follow up
If you and others in your office do not require a CPE certificate, please have only one person register on the group’s behalf and use your speaker phone to dial in. This will maximize the number of lines available for other participants and help reduce costs.
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TechKnow Forum 2008: Plug-In Hybrids & The Smart Grid
Thursday, October 23
U of M Power Center
121 Fletcher Street, Ann Arbor
3pm – 7pm
TechKnow Forum is back with an astounding line-up of knowledgeable leaders in this vital evolving field of technology. Last year's program on Alternative Fuels had 550 participants, this year, expect to see 1,000+.
TechKnow Forum will address: the timeline for Plug-in Hybrid ElectricVehicles, the electric Smart Grid required to power them, the economic impact to Michigan and its industries and how developments will contribute to U-M's 70 percent solution. Learn about the coming challenges and business opportunities and leave with a clear set of action steps to create renewed prosperity and reduced greenhouse gases in Michigan.
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Member Reception at Washtenaw Woodwrights Kitchen and Bath
Thursday, October 23rd
Washtenaw Woodwrights Kitchen and Bath
702 South Main Street, Ann Arbor (entrance on Mosley)
4pm – 6pm
Co-sponsored by Architectural Resource, green residential design specialists.
Go Blue, GO GREEN! But we’re not celebrating football, we’re celebrating being good to the Earth starting with your home. Come visit Washtenaw Woodwrights Kitchen and Bath Design Center and see the new green kitchen display and other earth friendly home remodeling products and design methods. Play eco-trivia, sample locally harvested foods, locally brewed beer, and even sip green punch.
An eco-friendly gift will be passed out to the first 50 guests and those arriving by foot or bike! Free parking is available at the Fox Tent lot between Ashley and Main at Mosley.
Questions? Contact Cheryl O’Brien at 734.214.0107.
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Conlin Travel 2nd Annual Cruise Nite Extravaganza
Thursday, October 23
3270 Washtenaw Avenue, Ann Arbor
5:30pm – 7:30pm
“Sail Away from the Ordinary…into the Extraordinary!”
Conlin Travel of Ann Arbor Michigan is hosting our 2nd Annual Cruise Nite with Top Cruise Line Representatives on site. They will be here to discuss their ships and itineraries. Special offers, raffle prizes and light refreshments for those who come in to our office.
Please RSVP at 734.677.0900.
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Donuts and Search Marketing
Friday, October 24
Pure Visibility Inc.
201 South Main Street, fifth floor, Ann Arbor
8:30 – 10am
Overwhelmed by the vast world of Internet marketing? Pure Visibility can help with its Donuts and Search Engine Marketing seminar. This no-charge group session will be mostly informal - after a brief overview of search marketing activities, they'll spend most of the time discussing your questions. They'll provide donuts, a space to meet and at least one of our search marketing experts. They'll talk at whatever level is comfortable for the people that show up: a basic intro to search or Q&A for people who have specific questions….
Possible topics include:
• What is search marketing and how can it help me?
• Is "natural"/"organic" search really free?
• What is the relative time for a return on investment in SEO, PPC and Social Media?
• How can I turn web visitors into customers?
• Why is my website not getting much search engine traffic?
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Marketing your Small Business 1
Tuesday, October 28
Ypsilanti Chamber of Commerce
301 West Michigan Avenue, Suite 101, Ypsilanti
11:30am – 1pm
This is the first in a series of three marketing workshops that will focus on the development of your sales and marketing plan. Part one will define your business, the competition, and your target market. We will also be covering the components of an elevator speech and how to correctly brand your business. Throughout these workshops we will be taking a hands-on approach that will enable you to leave with the actual beginnings of your own sales and marketing plan.
For further information, call 734.547.9170.
Cost: $10
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Proposed A2D2 Code Amendment Briefing with Wendy Rampson
Wednesday, October 29
Ann Arbor Area Chamber of Commerce
115 West Huron Street, 3rd Floor, Ann Arbor
8:30am
The Ann Arbor Discovering Downtown (A2D2) initiative governs downtown’s future direction. The City Planning Commission recently recommended approval of the proposed A2D2 code amendments. Prior to City Council’s review, however, a series of community briefings will be held.
Space is limited, so if you’re interested in attending please respond to Kyle Mazurek at 734.214.0101.
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Pretty in Pink
Wednesday, October 29
Ann Arbor City Club, Tables & Tea and Tea Room
1830 Washtenaw Avenue, Ann Arbor
11am – 6pm
Pretty in Pink recognizes Breast Cancer Awareness Month. A two course savory ad sweet Tea Room lunch is available from 11:30am – 1:30pm and 3:30pm – 5:30pm. The event is open to the public, giving everyone a chance to see the newly renovated City Club.
Cost: $25 for lunch; $37 for tour and lunch
For lunch reservations and additional tour information, contact the City Club at 734.662.3279.
LA2M – Lunch Ann Arbor Marketing
Wednesday, October 29
Pizza Pino
221 West Liberty
11:45am - 1pm
Andy Ross, Web and Print Design Services
Flash
LA2M is changing its format to provide more value for its lunchtime participants. The diverse group of marketing professionals felt it was time to step up a notch and put more order into its weekly free knowledge exchange. The new format will spotlight one area of marketing each week. Subject matter experts will present and then lead group discussion. The range of marketing subjects, over the coming weeks is extensive, ranging from traditional marketing to new and emerging marketing concepts and technologies.
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SPARK Entrepreneur Boot Camp
Thursday, October 30
MITC Building
1000 Oakbrook, Ann Arbor
8am – 5pm
A limited number of companies are accepted for this intensive two-day program. Applications are due September 30 - apply early.
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Practical Business Plans: An Essential Tool
Thursday, October 30
Ypsilanti Chamber of Commerce
301 West Michigan Avenue, Suite 101, Ypsilanti
3pm – 6pm
Every existing or prospective business needs a plan, but every plan is unique. This workshop will help you understand the necessary content and best format for your business plan, and show you the resources to create it.
For further information, call 734.547.9170.
Cost: $30
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Remodel Green 08
Friday, October 31 and Saturday, November 1
Eastern Michigan University, Student Center
900 Oakwood Street, Ypsilanti
8:15am - 5pm Friday, 9am – 5pm, Saturday
Remodel Green 08 is an event that brings together builders, architects, designers, homeowners, suppliers and community leaders who share excitement about green building, a phenomenon that is outperforming all other segments of the construction industry across the U.S. With more than 14,000 square feet of exhibition space, the Student Center accommodates over 1,500 conference delegates. Remodel Green 08 promises to deliver one of the most informative events focusing on green remodeling in North America.
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NOVEMBER
Vision to Reality: Introduction to Small Business
Tuesday, November 4
Ann Arbor Area Chamber of Commerce
115 West Huron Street, 3rd Floor, Ann Arbor
3pm – 5:30pm
Do you dream of starting a business but do not know where to begin? This session gives you the information you will need to start building a successful business strategy. Topics discussed include sources of assistance, market research, financing, business partners, taxes, record keeping and more.
Cost: $30
For further information, call 734.547.9170.
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LA2M – Lunch Ann Arbor Marketing
Wednesday, November 5
Pizza Pino
221 West Liberty
11:45am - 1pm
Scott Hauman, Q LTD
Naming Your Brand
LA2M is changing its format to provide more value for its lunchtime participants. The diverse group of marketing professionals felt it was time to step up a notch and put more order into its weekly free knowledge exchange. The new format will spotlight one area of marketing each week. Subject matter experts will present and then lead group discussion. The range of marketing subjects, over the coming weeks is extensive, ranging from traditional marketing to new and emerging marketing concepts and technologies.
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2008 Briarwood Mall – Santa’s Arrival
Saturday, November 8
Briarwood Mall
100 Briarwood Circle, Ann Arbor
7:30am – 9:30am
The first 200 people to arrive for the parade will be given tickets to the Grand Stand Seating of the America’s Thanksgiving Day Parade and a shuttle ride to and from Briarwood Mall.
Sponsorship Opportunities for this exciting event are available.
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Ann Arbor Symphony Orchestra Concert
The Orchestra is Here to Play
Sunday, November 9
Michigan Theater
603 East Liberty, Ann Arbor
4pm
Join the A²SO and Gemini in this Family Concert as San and Laz share their warmth, humor and fun. Sing along wit music from around the world and original songs about growing up. Also, featured, you’ll hear Gemini’s entertaining and educational The Orchestra is Here to Play, which highlights the instruments of the orchestra for kids. Plus, our Ann Arbor connections continue wit a performance by the Ann Arbor Youth Chorale, under direction of Shayla Hottinger Powell.
The Family Concert Series is co-sponsored by Dickinson Wright and the Bernard L. Maas Foundation
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Motor City Connect lunch at Vinology
Tuesday, November 11
Vinology
110 South Main Street, Ann Arbor
11am – 1pm
Motor City Connect are top professionals who gather both online and offline to meet, understand and connect with business leaders. Motor City Connect is a welcoming place to network, take an active role in the community, and grow your business.
The schedule works like this:
11:00 - 11:30 Open Networking
11:30 - 11:45 Formal Introductions and lunch delivered to your seat
11:45 - 12:15 Topic Discussion over lunch
12:15 - 12:45 Share (best practices, table discussions, business tips)
12:45 - 1:00 Specific Asks
This networking lunch will take place on the second Tuesday of every month in the Bubble Room, downstairs at Vinology.
Cost: $20
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Women Business Owner’s 2008 Annual Awards Banquet
Tuesday, November 11
The Inn at St.John's
44045 Five Mile Rd, Plymouth
5pm – 10pm
Featuring: Eleni Kelakos
“Touch the Sky”
Women Business Owners of Southeastern Michigan invites you to an evening of inspiration, networking, recognition, good food, music, dancing and fun!
Cost: $50
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LA2M – Lunch Ann Arbor Marketing
Wednesday, November 12
Pizza Pino
221 West Liberty
11:45am - 1pm
Jinny Bromberg, Bromberg & Associates
Ethnic Marketing
LA2M is changing its format to provide more value for its lunchtime participants. The diverse group of marketing professionals felt it was time to step up a notch and put more order into its weekly free knowledge exchange. The new format will spotlight one area of marketing each week. Subject matter experts will present and then lead group discussion. The range of marketing subjects, over the coming weeks is extensive, ranging from traditional marketing to new and emerging marketing concepts and technologies.
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Team SBA Roundtable
Thursday, November 13
Ypsilanti Chamber of Commerce
301 West Michigan Avenue, Ypsilanti
4pm – 6:30pm
Are you trying to start, expand, or purchase a business and need financing? Would you like to meet with bankers and SBA loan officers to discuss your needs? Do you want to learn how a lender analyzes your loan request and what they look for in a credit application? Would you like to ask all of your financing-related questions at one time in one place? Team SBA is a roundtable session where you can learn what is required from a lender. You will have opportunities to meet business counselors who can help you prepare your loan request for the bank and chances to network with other businesses owners. This is a perfect session for those who have good credit, some money to invest in their business and who know how much they need to borrow.
This event is FREE
For further information, please call 734.547.9170.
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Ann Arbor Symphony Orchestra Concert
Dances Scared & Profane
Saturday, November 15
Michigan Theater
603 East Liberty, Ann Arbor
8pm
Welcome to the stage Primor Sluchin, a world-class harpist and one of the only women to play in the famed Berlin Philharmonic. Handel’s only Harp Concerto offers improvisatory musing and exposed, rolling solos. By contrast, Debussy’s Dances Sacre et Profane is a chromatic exploration of Spanish and Portuguese dance. Tchaikovsky’s Suite No. 3 also has dance influences and presents a colorful and emotional “walk in a garden.” The Magic Harp by Schubert, also known as the Rosamunde Overture, is a warm-hearted and good humored work of a true master.
This concert is sponsored by Toyota.
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Vision to Reality: Introduction to Small Business
Tuesday, November 18
Ypsilanti Chamber of Commerce
301 West Michigan Avenue, Suite 101, Ypsilanti
3pm – 5:30pm
Do you dream of starting a business but do not know where to begin? This session gives you the information you will need to start building a successful business strategy. Topics discussed include sources of assistance, market research, financing, business partners, taxes, record keeping and more.
Cost: $30
For further information, call 734.547.9170.
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LA2M – Lunch Ann Arbor Marketing
Wednesday, November 19
Pizza Pino
221 West Liberty
11:45am - 1pm
Dave Kamm, Sycamore Networks
Corporate Marketing Tips
LA2M is changing its format to provide more value for its lunchtime participants. The diverse group of marketing professionals felt it was time to step up a notch and put more order into its weekly free knowledge exchange. The new format will spotlight one area of marketing each week. Subject matter experts will present and then lead group discussion. The range of marketing subjects, over the coming weeks is extensive, ranging from traditional marketing to new and emerging marketing concepts and technologies.
want more information?
Practical Business Plans: An Essential Tool
Thursday, November 20
Ypsilanti Chamber of Commerce
301 West Michigan Avenue, Suite 101, Ypsilanti
3pm – 6pm
Every existing or prospective business needs a plan, but every plan is unique. This workshop will help you understand the necessary content and best format for your business plan, and show you the resources to create it.
For further information, call 734.547.9170.
Cost: $30
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Go Shopping; Make a Difference
Sunday, November 23
Briarwood Mall
100 Briarwood Circle, Ann Arbor
6:30pm – 10pm
Holiday Shopping will be twice as nice on Sunday, November 23 when Briarwood Mall hosts the annual Simon Evening of Giving event – a festive night of private shopping that benefits area charities. Shoppers will enjoy an exciting evening of exclusive shopping featuring special discounts and gifts from participating retailers, live music and family entertainment. Shoppers are able to give back to their communities through the purchase of a ticket to the event which benefits the participating nonprofit organizations.
Special discounts offered during Simon Evening of Giving will include: 20% off at many stores including Banana Republic, FYE, The Limited, Perfumania, and Talbots. Sears will give $10 off your purchase of $50 or more, with Macy’s and JCPenney also offering similar discounts. The Program Guide will have full details. Prizes will be raffled off to shoppers throughout the evening and holiday photos will also be available for purchase (with or without Santa Claus).
Special events to be featured at Simon Evening of Giving at Briarwood Mall include: entertainment by the Arbor String Ensemble, the Cocktail Jazz Trio and a silent auction benefiting the Simon Youth Foundation. Briarwood will also be bringing back their game show, “Know Your Mall,” where everyone who plays is a winner.
Tickets sold outside the mall by participating organizations are $10 per person, $7 of which goes directly to community selling the ticket. The remaining $3 of those tickets sold goes to support the Simon Youth Foundation. The mission of the Simon Youth Foundation is to positively impact the lives of today’s youth through two initiatives: Education Resource Centers and scholarship programs. The Simon Youth Foundation was established by Simon Property Group, owners of Briarwood Mall.
In 2007, Simon Evening of Giving and Simon Day of Giving raised more than $1.8 million for 2,900 local, regional and national charities across the country.
For information on how charitable organizations can participate, please contact the mall office at 734.769.9610.
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Marketing Your Small Business 2
Tuesday, November 25
Ypsilanti Chamber of Commerce
301 West Michigan Avenue, Suite 101, Ypsilanti
11:30am – 1pm
The second workshop in our sales and marketing series will focus on utilizing and reviewing the work that was done in the first session. From this you will develop the content of the marketing tools that you will need to communicate your message to your target audience. We will also cover public relations, advertising, and market research. All of the work from the two workshops will be applied to a marketing plan outline.
For further information, call 734.547.9170.
Cost: $10
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DECEMBER
Vision to Reality: Introduction to Small Business
Tuesday, December 2
Ann Arbor Area Chamber of Commerce
115 West Huron Street, 3rd Floor, Ann Arbor
3pm – 5:30pm
Do you dream of starting a business but do not know where to begin? This session gives you the information you will need to start building a successful business strategy. Topics discussed include sources of assistance, market research, financing, business partners, taxes, record keeping and more.
Cost: $30
For further information, call 734.547.9170.
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LA2M – Lunch Ann Arbor Marketing
Wednesday, December 3
Pizza Pino
221 West Liberty
11:45am - 1pm
Ross Johnson, 3.7 Designs
Web Site Design and Your Company
LA2M is changing its format to provide more value for its lunchtime participants. The diverse group of marketing professionals felt it was time to step up a notch and put more order into its weekly free knowledge exchange. The new format will spotlight one area of marketing each week. Subject matter experts will present and then lead group discussion. The range of marketing subjects, over the coming weeks is extensive, ranging from traditional marketing to new and emerging marketing concepts and technologies.
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25th Annual Holiday Art & Craft Festival
Saturday, December 6
Ann Arbor City Club
1830 Washtenaw Avenue, Ann Arbor
9am – 4pm
There will be over 50 juried exhibitors from Michigan in attendance.
Cost: $3; children 12 and under free
For more information, please contact Penny O’Malley at 734.878.9044.
Ann Arbor Symphony Orchestra Concert
Sing-Along with Santa
Saturday, December 6
Bethlehem United Church of Christ
423 South 4th Street, Ann Arbor
4pm
The Ann Arbor Symphony Orchestra has a special relationship with Santa. Each year he sleds in from the North Pole to meet with the children of Ann Arbor at the Sing-Along. He loves to see the youngsters and sing with them in all his favorite carols. This Family Concert will include music by an A²SO soloist, treats and photos with Santa!
This concert series is sponsored by Dickinson Wright.
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Moonlight Dance Studio: A Winter Showcase
Saturday, December 6
Moonlight Dance Studio
4949 Washtenaw Avenue, Ann Arbor
6:30pm – 11pm
The event will include a fun filled night of dancing! They will be serving dinner and give opportunities for Open Dancing in between their Student and Professional Performances.
Cost: $35, including dinner, dancing and performances!
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Motor City Connect lunch at Vinology
Tuesday, December 9
Vinology
110 South Main Street, Ann Arbor
11am – 1pm
Motor City Connect are top professionals who gather both online and offline to meet, understand and connect with business leaders. Motor City Connect is a welcoming place to network, take an active role in the community, and grow your business.
The schedule works like this:
11:00 - 11:30 Open Networking
11:30 - 11:45 Formal Introductions and lunch delivered to your seat
11:45 - 12:15 Topic Discussion over lunch
12:15 - 12:45 Share (best practices, table discussions, business tips)
12:45 - 1:00 Specific Asks
This networking lunch will take place on the second Tuesday of every month in the Bubble Room, downstairs at Vinology.
Cost: $20
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LA2M – Lunch Ann Arbor Marketing
Wednesday, December 10
Pizza Pino
221 West Liberty
11:45am - 1pm
Ingenex Eco-Friendly Intern Team
Digital Marketing Experience
LA2M is changing its format to provide more value for its lunchtime participants. The diverse group of marketing professionals felt it was time to step up a notch and put more order into its weekly free knowledge exchange. The new format will spotlight one area of marketing each week. Subject matter experts will present and then lead group discussion. The range of marketing subjects, over the coming weeks is extensive, ranging from traditional marketing to new and emerging marketing concepts and technologies.
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Marketing Your Small Business 3
Tuesday, December 16
Ypsilanti Chamber of Commerce
301 West Michigan Avenue, Suite 101, Ypsilanti
11:30am – 1pm
Using the internet effectively is a critical piece of many small businesses’ marketing strategies. Learn about pay-per-click campaigns, search engine optimization, social media, blogs, podcasts and more in this information-packed session presented by Ingenex Digital Marketing. Cut through the hype and learn which of these tools can help you grow your business.
For further information, call 734.547.9170.
Cost: $10
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Vision to Reality: Introduction to Small Business
Tuesday, December 16
Ypsilanti Chamber of Commerce
301 West Michigan Avenue, Suite 101, Ypsilanti
3pm – 5:30pm
Do you dream of starting a business but do not know where to begin? This session gives you the information you will need to start building a successful business strategy. Topics discussed include sources of assistance, market research, financing, business partners, taxes, record keeping and more.
Cost: $30
For further information, call 734.547.9170.
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LA2M – Lunch Ann Arbor Marketing
Wednesday, December 17
Pizza Pino
221 West Liberty
11:45am - 1pm
Beth Stoner, Delta Possibilities
Making Your Messages Sticky
LA2M is changing its format to provide more value for its lunchtime participants. The diverse group of marketing professionals felt it was time to step up a notch and put more order into its weekly free knowledge exchange. The new format will spotlight one area of marketing each week. Subject matter experts will present and then lead group discussion. The range of marketing subjects, over the coming weeks is extensive, ranging from traditional marketing to new and emerging marketing concepts and technologies.
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Practical Business Plans: An Essential Tool
Thursday, December 18
Ypsilanti Chamber of Commerce
301 West Michigan Avenue, Suite 101, Ypsilanti
3pm – 6pm
Every existing or prospective business needs a plan, but every plan is unique. This workshop will help you understand the necessary content and best format for your business plan, and show you the resources to create it.
For further information, call 734.547.9170.
Cost: $30
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