2008 EVENTS

Zions Bank Microgrants Available to Women
The Zions Bank Women's Financial Group has announced the availability of applications for a series of microgrants for women.  The Smart Women Grants total $20,000 and will be provided to female candidates who excel in the following categories: Small business start-up & expansion; Community development; Continuing education and teacher support; Child and elder care; Health and human services; and Arts and culture.  The grants are open to female residents of Utah and Idaho and are due by July 31 (mail or hand-delivery only, no e-mailed or faxed applications will be accepted).  Applications are available online at www.zionsbank.com/swsm_grant.jsp or by calling (801) 594-8245.

JULY

July 2, 2008
"ABC's of SBA Loans" in Boise sponsored by U.S. Small Business Administration.  For more information call (208) 334-9004 or visit www.sba.gov/id.

July 4, 2008
"Gem States Kiwanis - pancake breakfast and entertainment" at Julia Davis Park in Boise from 7:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.  For more information call (208) 288-4395.

July 8, 2008
"Biz Start-Up Boot Camp in Twin Falls sponsored by Idaho Small Business Development Center.  For more information call (208) 732-6455 or visit www.csi.edu/isbdc/sbdc.html. 

July 9, 2008
"Thinking of Starting a Biz in Idaho?" in Post Falls sponsored by North Idaho College Workforce Training.  For more information call (208) 666-8009 or visit www.idahosbdc.org.   

July 10, 2008
"Small Biz Start-Up Seminar" in Pocatello sponsored by Idaho Small Business Development Center.  For more information call (208) 232-4921 or visit www.idahosbdc.org.  

July 10, 2008
"ABC's of SBA Loans" in Nampa sponsored by U.S. Small Business Administration.  For more information call (208) 334-9004 or visit www.sba.gov/id.

July 10, 2008
Reform Matters" call will discuss Medical Homes, a fairly recent concept that some states are considering.  The call will take place at 11 a.m. Mountain Time.  Register now at http://action.nwlc.org/healthcarereform or call 202-588-5180 for more information.

July 11, 2008
"Marketing: Hitting the Right Target for Profit" in Post Falls sponsored by North Idaho College Workforce Training.  For more information call (208) 666-8009 or visit www.idahosbdc.org.   

July 12, 2008
"Business Fundamentals" in Boise sponsored by U.S. Small Business Administration.  For more information call (208) 334-9004 or visit www.sba.gov/id.

July 13-18, 2008
Northwest Community Development Institute at the Double Tree Riverside in Boise.  If you want to become a Professional Certified Community Developer or want to increase your effectiveness this is the place for you.  The exam will be given on Friday, July 18th.  If you are interested in taking the exam you must apply prior to June 13th.  For more information visit http://commerce.idaho.gov/events or https://secure.meetingsystems.com/mwcdi/. 

July 14, 2008
Governor's Transportation Funding Conference at The College of Idaho Simplot Dining Hall, Fireplace room at 2112 Cleveland Boulevard.  Public Meeting from 4:00 - 7:00 p.m.

July 14, 2008
"How to Start a Biz Boot Camp" in Lewiston sponsored by Idaho Small Business Development Center.  For more information call (208) 666-8009 or visit www.idahosbdc.org.

July 15, 2008
Boise Rescue Mission's "Christmas in July" at the Texas Roadhouse in Meridian from 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.  For more information contact Jason at (208) 921-2514 or visit www.boiserm.org.

July 16, 2008
Governor's Transportation Funding Conference at the Best Western Coeur d'Alene Inn, 506 West Appleway Avenue. Public Meeting from 4:00 - 7:00 p.m.

July 16, 2008
"Managing Your Biz Finances" in Post Falls sponsored by North Idaho College Workforce Training.  For more information call (208) 666-8009 or visit www.idahosbdc.org.   

July 16, 2008
"Small Biz Resource Orientation" in Boise sponsored by Boise Small Biz Success Center.  For more information call (208) 472-5258 or visit www.boisechamber.org/smbusiness. 

July 16, 2008
"Exemplary Leadership" in Boise sponsored by META at 11:45 a.m. at The Old Spaghetti Factory.  For more information call (208) 336-5533 ext. 230 or visit www.metaidaho.org.

July 16-20, 2008
2008 International Choral Festival at Idaho State University.  For more information visit www.idahointerchoralfest.org.

July 17, 2008
Governor's Transportation Funding Conference at the Red Lion Hotel in Lewiston, 621 21st Street. Public Meeting from 4:00 - 7:00 p.m.

July 17, 2008
"Hong Kong: Turning China Into Opportunity" luncheon at The Grove Hotel in Boise.  The Idaho Department of Commerce and the Boise Metro Chamber of Commerce cordially invite the business community of Boise to attend this free luncheon.  For more information visit http://www.nushkba.org/events/boise17jul08.htm or http://commerce.idaho.gov/events.

July 17, 2008
Price - Associates present "HR Survival Tactics in a Down Economy" at the Arid Club in Boise from 7:30 - 9:00 p.m.  For more information call (208) 442-0556 or email jackie@price-associates.com.

July 21, 2008
"Quick-Books: Getting Started" in Lewiston sponsored by Idaho Small Business Development Center.  For more information call (208) 666-8009 or visit www.idahosbdc.org. 

July 22, 2008
"Quick-Books: Accts Payable, Receivable & Other Record Keeping" in Lewiston sponsored by Idaho Small Business Development Center.  For more information call (208) 666-8009 or visit www.idahosbdc.org. 

July 22, 2008
"Biz Start-Up Boot Camp" in Twin Falls sponsored by Idaho Small Business Development Center.  For more information call (208) 732-6455 or visit www.csi.edu/isbdc/sbdc.html. 

July 22, 2008
Governor's Transportation Funding Conference at the Shilo Inn Suites Hotel in Idaho Falls, 780 Lindsay Boulevard.  Public Meeting from 4:00 - 7:00 p.m.

July 23, 2008
Governor's Transportation Funding Conference at the Red Lion Hotel in Pocatello, 1555 Pocatello Creek Road.  Public Meeting from 4:00 - 7:00 p.m.

July 24, 2008
"Business Basics" in Boise sponsored by U.S. Small Business Administration.  For more information call (208) 334-9004 or visit www.sba.gov/id.

July 24, 2008
Governor's Transportation Funding Conference at the Red Lion Canyon springs, 1357 Blue Lakes Boulevard North in Twin Falls.  Public Meeting from 4:00 - 7:00 p.m.

July 25, 2008
"Managing Your Operations for Profit" in Post Falls sponsored by North Idaho College Workforce Training.  For more information call (208) 666-8009 or visit www.idahosbdc.org. 

July 26, 2008
Boise Rescue Mission's 50th Anniversary Party at Julia Davis Bandshell in Boise.  For more information visit www.boiserm.org or contact rachels@boiserm.org.

July 28-29, 2008
Idaho Travel Council Grant Awards in Coeur d'Alene.  For more information visit http://commerce.idaho.gov/events. 

July 30-August 1, 2008
Special Needs Summit offered by the Idaho Department of Education.  Registration deadline is July 15.  For more information or to register visit www.ti-services.net/idsummit.html. 

AUGUST

August 4, 2008
"How to Start a Biz Boot Camp" in Lewiston sponsored by Idaho Small Business Development Center.  For more information call (208) 666-8009 or visit www.idahosbdc.org. 

August 6, 2008
"Thinking of Starting a Biz in Idaho?" in Post Falls sponsored by North Idaho College Workforce Training.  For more information call (208) 666-8009 or visit www.idahosbdc.org. 

August 6, 2008
"ABC's of SBA Loans" in Boise sponsored by U.S. Small Business Administration.  For more information call (208) 334-9004 or visit www.sba.gov/id.

August 6, 2008
"Women's Biz Symposium" in Pocatello sponsored by Idaho Small Business Development Center.  For more information call (208) 232-4921 or visit www.idahosbdc.org.  

August 9, 2008
"Business Fundamentals" in Boise sponsored by U.S. Small Business Administration.  For more information call (208) 334-9004 or visit www.sba.gov/id.

August 12, 2008
"Biz Start-Up Boot Camp" in Twin Falls sponsored by Idaho Small Business Development Center.  For more information call (208) 732-6455 or visit www.csi.edu/isbdc/sbdc.html. 

August 13, 2008
"Planning for Biz Success" in Ponderay sponsored by North Idaho College Workforce Training. For more information call (208) 666-8009 or visit www.idahosbdc.org. 

August 13, 2008
"Recognizing Opportunities During Times of Change" in Boise sponsored by Boise State University Workforce Training.  For more information visit www.idahosbdc.org or call (208) 426-1974.

August 14, 2008
"Small Biz Start-Up Seminar" in Pocatello sponsored by Idaho Small Business Development Center.  For more information call (208) 232-4921 or visit www.idahosbdc.org.  

August 14, 2008
"Business Basics" in Nampa sponsored by Nampa Hispanic Cultural Center.  For more information call (208) 334-9004 ext. 349.

August 15, 2008
"Planning for Biz Success" in Post Falls sponsored by North Idaho Workforce Training.  For more information call (208) 666-8009 or visit www.idahosbdc.org. 

August 20, 2008
"Effective Low-and No-cost Marketing Tips" in Boise sponsored by META at 11:45 a.m. at Los Beto's.  For more information call (208) 336-5533 ext. 230 or visit www.metaidaho.org. 

August 20, 2008
"Small Biz Resource orientation" in Boise sponsored by Boise Small Biz Success Center.  For more information call (208) 472-5258 or visit www.boisechamber.org/smbusiness. 

August 20, 2008
"ABC's of SBA Loans" in Boise sponsored by U.S. Small Business Administration.  For more information call (208) 334-9004 or visit www.sba.gov/id.

August 23, 2008
"The Great Boise Young Professionals Gatsby Gala Fundraiser" at Boise Doubletree Riverside at 6:00 p.m.  Proceeds will benefit the Idaho Humane Society and Boise Young Professionals.  For more information visit www.boisechamber.org or call (208) 472-5223.

August 26, 2008
"Biz Start-Up Boot Camp" in Twin Falls sponsored by Idaho Small Business Development Center.  For more information call (208) 732-6455 or visit www.csi.edu/isbdc/sbdc.html. 

August 27, 2008
"Managing Your Operations for Profit" in Post Falls sponsored by North Idaho College Workforce Training.   For more information call (208) 666-8009 or visit www.idahosbdc.org. 

August 28, 2008
"Business Basics" in Boise sponsored by U.S. Small Business Administration.  For more information call (208) 334-9004 or visit www.sba.gov/id.

SEPTEMBER

September 3, 2008
"Japan's Exposition of Analytical Instruments and Solutions" a trade show for analytical instruments, solutions, and components.  For more information visit www.jaimashow.jp/english.

September 9-11, 2008
"Venture Capital in the Rockies Fall 2008 Conference" at the Sun Valley Lodge in Sun Valley.  Venture Capital in the Rockies showcases the region's most promising emerging growth companies for an audience of over 200 venture investors, CEOs, entrepreneurs and service professionals.  For more information visit http://commerce.idaho.gov/events.

September 16, 2008
"Step Up for Kids Day."  Show your support by organizing an event.  For more information visit www.everychildmatters.org. 

September 17, 2008
"What Bankers Really Look for in a Business Plan" in Boise sponsored by META at 11:45 a.m. at PF Chang's China Bistro.  For more information call (208) 336-5533 ext. 230 or visit www.metaidaho.org.

September 20, 2008
St. Lukes Women's Fitness Celebration 5K Run, Walk & Stroll is for all ages and all abilities.  To learn more or to form a team visit www.celebrateall.org. 

OCTOBER

October 15, 2008
"Creating a Harassment-free Workplace" in Boise sponsored by META at 11:45 a.m. at Tango's Subs & Empanadas.  For more information call (208) 336-5533 ext. 230 or visit www.metaidaho.org.

October 16-17, 2008
Nonprofit Statewide Conference at Boise State University Student Union Building sponsored by Idaho Nonprofit Center.  For more information visit www.idahononprofits.org or call 208-424-2229.

October 28, 2008
Idaho Summit on Domestic Violence: Children Exposed Domestic Violence at Boise Centre on the Grove from 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.  To register log on to www.idvsa.org and click on Summit Registration.  For more information contact 1-888-293-6118.

NOVEMBER

November 19, 2008
"Women of Achievement: Big Strides in Small Business" in Boise sponsored by META at 11:45 a.m. at Jenny's lunch Line.  For more information call (208) 336-5533 ext. 230 or visit www.metaidaho.org.