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Nov. 12

NORTH ANDOVER — The Greater Merrimack Valley Human Resources Association will hold its monthly meeting from 8 to 10:30 a.m. at 1600 Osgood St. The topic is "Conducting Internal Investigations: Avoiding Common Mistakes." Free for members, $25 for nonmembers. For more information, visit www.gmvhra.com.

METHUEN — The Merrimack Valley Chamber of Commerce will hold a "Speed Networking" event from 5 to 7:30 p.m. at Edward Jones Financial Services, 5 Pleasant Valley St., the Red Tavern building. Hors d'oeuvres, beverages, door prizes, and "5 Minute Speed Networking." Cost is $15 for Chamber members, $30 for nonmembers. Call 978-686-0900 or visit www.merrimackvalleychamber.com.

HAVERHILL — Lowell Five Business After Hours, 5 to 7 p.m., 750 Main St. Raffle prizes, wine, beer, food. Cost is $10 for members, $15 for nonmembers. For more information, call 978-373-5663 or visit www.haverhillchamber.com.

HAVERHILL — Christmas Kick-Off Breakfast from 7:30 to 9 a.m. at DiBurro's Function Hall, 887 Boston Road. Bring in a new unwrapped toy to help the Salvation Army. Cost is $25 per seat. For more information, call 978-374-7571.

ANDOVER — Merrimack Valley Chamber of Commerce will hold a "Wine & Martini Tasting" at 6 p.m. at Indian Ridge Country Club, 73 Lovejoy Road. Music by Annafair, with Casey Sullivan, Tim Sullivan and Mike Sullivan. Cost is $39 for members, $50 for nonmembers. Call 978-686-0900 or visit www.merrimackvalleychamber.com.

Nov. 13

LOWELL — Enterprise Bank's Celebration of Excellence will be held from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Lowell Memorial Auditorium, 50 East Merrimack St. Theo Epstein will give the keynote address. For more information, visit www.EnterpriseBanking.com.

HUDSON, N.H. — Speed Networking event from 5:30 to 8 p.m. at Kings Court, 222 Central St., Route 111. The Greater Salem Chamber is cross networking with the Hudson, N.H. Chamber for a night of five minute networking "dates." Bring lots of business cards. Munchies and beverages provided. Cost is $10. Prepayment is required. Call the Chamber at 603-893-3177.

Nov. 15

NORTH ANDOVER — A Women's Exhibition event will be held from 5 to 10 p.m. at the Knights of Columbus Hall, 505 Sutton St. Free admission, free appetizers and desserts, free entertainment and cash bar. Features General Hospital's Real Andrews and DJ Doug Zimon of Zimon Entertainment. Demonstrations, taste tests, raffles, shopping. Sponsored by Everything In Its Place. For more information, visit www.everythingiip.vpweb.com.

Nov. 18

SALEM, N.H. — The Greater Salem Chamber will have Business After Hours 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 Chamber. 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 p.m. at DiBurro's Function Facilities, 887 Boston Road. Black Jack, Roulette, Over and Under Seven, Money Wheel. Appetizers, prizes, raffles, cash bar. For more 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 p.m. 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. 4

LAWRENCE — Valleyworks Career Center will host an evening networking event from 5:30 to 7 p.m. 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.

Jan. 12

LAWRENCE — Valleyworks Career Center will host a Networking for Professionals event from 1 to 3:30 p.m. at 439 South Union St., Building 2, Suite 106. Dr. Richard Tellier of Align Health is the guest speaker. Topic is "Ergonomics in the Workplace." Registration is needed. Membership is required, at no cost. Call 978-722-7000 or visit www.valleyworks.cc.