EDITOR'S NOTE: The BizNorth Planner is a calendar of business-related workshops, seminars, fairs and other events. To be included, send a brief notice with basic information about the event and whom to contact. The service is free, but it is not an advertisement. We reserve the right to edit the copy so it complies with our newspaper's guidelines. Send news by mail to BizNorth, 100 Turnpike St., North Andover, MA 01845; by fax, 978-687-6045.
Nov. 18
SALEM, N.H. — The Greater Salem Chamber of Commerce will hold a Business After Hours event from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Lighting 101, 26 Ermer Road. Bring business cards and enjoy an evening of food, beverages and making business connections. Hans Carbonneau is hosting the event. Cost is $5 for members, $15 for nonmembers. To register, call the chamber at 603-893-3177.
Nov. 20
HAVERHILL — Casino Night from 6 to 9 at DiBurro's Function Facilities, 887 Boston Road. Black Jack, Roulette, Over and Under Seven, Money Wheel. Appetizers, prizes, raffles, cash bar. For information, call 978-373-5663, visit www.haverhillchamber.com, or e-mail jen@haverhillchamber.com.
Nov. 21
METHUEN — The Merrimack Valley Chamber of Commerce will hold a Business Before Hours event from 7:45 to 9 a.m. at Jeanne D'Arc Credit Union, 380 Merrimack St. Offers a continental breakfast, an opportunity for business networking, a display for brochures and business cards, and door prizes. Cost is $10 for members, $25 for nonmembers. Call 978-686-0900 or visit www.merrimackvalleychamber.com.
Dec. 1
LAWRENCE — Valleyworks Career Center will host a Networking for Professionals group from 1 to 3:30 p.m. at 439 South Union St., Building 2, Suite 106. Topic is "Find Your Path in the Nonprofit Sector." Guest speaker is Deedee O'Brien, executive director of Challenge Unlimited. Registration is needed. Membership is required, at no cost. Call 978-722-7000 or visit www.valleyworks.cc.
Dec. 2
DERRY, N.H. — The Greater Derry Londonderry Chamber of Commerce will hold its Holiday Business After Hours from 5:30 to 7:30 at Pinkerton Tavern, 13 Manchester St. Includes drinks, hors d'oeuvres and prizes. Cost is $10 per person. RSVP by Nov. 21. Call 603-432-8205.
Dec. 3
NORTH ANDOVER — A wind and solar power technologies presentation will be given from 6 to 8 p.m. in the Murray Lounge, second floor, Sakowich Center, Merrimack College, 315 Turnpike St. "Wind and Solar Power Technologies — Benefits and Challenges of Incorporating These Renewable Energy Sources in the Real World" will be presented by Robert Button and Barry Squibb, both from CDM, a consulting, engineering, construction and operations firm. For information, call 978-837-5000, ext. 4394.
Dec. 4
LAWRENCE — Valleyworks Career Center will host an evening networking event from 5:30 to 7 at 439 South Union St., Building 2, Suite 106. Guest speaker is Buddy Grant, experienced interviewer and owner of Relax the back. Topic is "Correct Posture and Image Tips for Job Seekers and Employees." Registration is needed. Membership is required, at no cost. Call 978-722-7000 or visit www.valleyworks.cc.
Dec. 6
PELHAM, N.H. — A Christmas party will be held from 6 p.m. to midnight at the Harris' Pelham Inn, 399 Ledge Road. The Greater Salem Chamber of Commerce is partnering with the Salem Contractors Association for the event. Tickets are $50 per person and include dinner, a live band, and open bar (while sponsorships last). For tickets or to be a sponsor, call Catie Hubley, Salem Contractors, at 978-685-3791.
