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SUMMARY:Self-Worth\, Boundaries\, and Beyond
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a virtual reunion with fellow alumnae from the Self-Worth Club and Boundaries for a Thriving Business programs. \nWe hope you’ll join us on Tuesday\, September 17th for this 1.5-hour informal get-together facilitated by Hannah Curtis! \nWhat to Expect: \n\nReflect on your journey with self-worth and boundaries in your business.\nCollaborate on actionable steps to strengthen these skills.\nNetwork with like-minded business owners.\n\nWho will Attend? Anyone who has completed Self-Worth Club and/or Boundaries for a Thriving Business \nREGISTER TODAY!
URL:https://www.ceimaine.org/event/self-worth-boundaries-and-beyond-3/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Support and Learning for Entrepreneurs,Cohort-Based Program,Networking
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ORGANIZER;CN="CEI Women's Business Center":MAILTO:wbc@ceimaine.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240918T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240918T140000
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SUMMARY:Women's Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC) Certification Info Session
DESCRIPTION:A key growth strategy for many businesses is getting certified as woman-owned. But what exactly is the Women’s Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC) Certification? What are the benefits to a small business owner? \nIn this 1-hour info session\, Meghan Cunningham\, WBENC New England Certification Manager at Center for Women & Enterprise will review the WBENC certification in addition to the application process and benefits for small business owners. \nYou’ll be connected with resources and people who can help you scale to the point of being ready for certification\, help you with the application process and help you utilize the certification once you have it. \nThere will be a Q+A after the presentation. \nREGISTER TODAY!!
URL:https://www.ceimaine.org/event/womens-business-enterprise-national-council-wbenc-certification-info-session-3/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Support and Learning for Entrepreneurs,Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="CEI Women's Business Center":MAILTO:wbc@ceimaine.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240919T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240919T203000
DTSTAMP:20260420T083629
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SUMMARY:Owning and Managing Rental Properties\, September 19\, 2024
DESCRIPTION:This will be held as a live webinar \nThis 2.5 hour seminar on September 19th\, 2024 from 6:00pm – 8:30pm has been approved by Maine Housing. \nThe course will cover tenant issues including: applications\, screening and reference checks\, fair housing\, leases vs. tenancies at will\, security deposits\, eviction procedures; and building issues including: property maintenance and repairs\, lead and carbon monoxide rules\, budgeting\, bookkeeping and managing expenses. \nCompletion of this course fulfills landlord training requirements. \nParticipants will receive a Certificate of Completion. The non-refundable cost for this seminar is $35.00/person. \nNote: We are required by HUD to collect demographic information on all housing course attendees. 
URL:https://www.ceimaine.org/event/owning-and-managing-rental-properties-september-19-2024/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Jason Thomas":MAILTO:jason.thomas@ceimaine.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240919T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240919T203000
DTSTAMP:20260420T083629
CREATED:20240624T184844Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240624T184844Z
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SUMMARY:Owning and Managing Rental Properties\, September 19\, 2024
DESCRIPTION:This will be held as a live webinar \nThis 2.5 hour seminar on September 19\, 2024 from 6:00pm – 8:30pm has been approved by Maine Housing. \nThe course will cover tenant issues including: applications\, screening and reference checks\, fair housing\, leases vs. tenancies at will\, security deposits\, eviction procedures; and building issues including: property maintenance and repairs\, lead and carbon monoxide rules\, budgeting\, bookkeeping and managing expenses. \nCompletion of this course fulfills landlord training requirements. \nParticipants will receive a Certificate of Completion. The non-refundable cost for this seminar is $35.00/person. \nNote: We are required by HUD to collect demographic information on all housing course attendees. 
URL:https://www.ceimaine.org/event/owning-and-managing-rental-properties-september-19-2024-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240921T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240921T170000
DTSTAMP:20260420T083629
CREATED:20240416T142526Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240920T121827Z
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SUMMARY:Home Buyers Education Live Webinar September 21\, 2024 - 1 Day Live Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Coastal Enterprises\, Inc. (CEI)\, a nonprofit community development organization\, with the support of Maine State Housing Authority\, will offer the Homebuyer Education class in a one day live webinar on Saturday\, September 21st\, 2024 from 8AM – 5PM. Registrants will receive an invitation to the webinar the day before class. \nThinking about buying a home? Attend CEI’s Home Buyer Education class to get more information about programs that may be able to help you such as Maine Housing’s Home Assist Program that offers $5.000.00 in closing cost assistance. You will also learn about VA\, USDA and FHA programs. Other topics you will learn about include; debt to income ratio\, what is it and how is it calculated\, credit 101 what you need to know\, working with real estate professionals and what does a home inspection cover. \nCEI is a HUD approved\, certified\, and funded Housing Counseling Agency. Our Home Buyer Education course is an approved Maine hoMEworks course. Maine hoMEworks is a statewide coalition of home buyer education providers with a mission to develop a consistent\, high quality home buyer education program delivered by a network of industry professionals throughout Maine. \nPre-registration is required and there is a $30/person or $50/couples (purchasing together) non-refundable charge Veterans and Active military free (Must provide DD214 or L.E.S.) Participants must attend the complete session in order to receive a certificate of completion. \nThis class will be held as a live webinar\, you will receive an invitation to the webinar the day before class.
URL:https://www.ceimaine.org/event/home-buyers-education-live-webinar-september-21-2024-1-day-live-webinar/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Jason Thomas":MAILTO:jason.thomas@ceimaine.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240924T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240924T190000
DTSTAMP:20260420T083629
CREATED:20240209T133050Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240816T183159Z
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SUMMARY:Propeller Pop-Up
DESCRIPTION:Join the CEI Women’s Business Center and fellow Propeller alumnae for an insightful and interactive get together! \nThis Propeller Pop-Up will center around a facilitated discussion led by Nick Rimsa on “Making Time to Strategize Your Business for the Long-Term: Working ON Your Business While Working IN Your Business.” \nThis session is designed to help you find effective ways to balance daily operations with strategic planning to drive your business forward. \nWe hope you’ll join us on Tuesday\, September 24th for our Propeller Pop-Up! \nWho’s Invited? Anyone who has completed Propeller I\, II\, or III. \nLocation: Zoom \nHow should I prepare? \n\nCome ready to engage in a deep dive into business strategy with Nick Rimsa.\nReflect on your current challenges and opportunities for working ON your business while managing the day-to-day tasks.\n\nWhat will we do? \n\nParticipate in a facilitated discussion with Nick Rimsa focused on effective strategies for balancing operational tasks with long-term planning.\nShare and learn from the experiences of fellow alumnae in the context of the discussion.\nExplore upcoming opportunities for further growth. We’ll also share some exciting Propeller stats about our achievements and future plans.\n\nCan I eat and drink during the get-together? \n· Yes! Absolutely. \nWill you do this again? \n· Yes! We’ll welcome your feedback to make each reunion feel meaningful and engaging. \nREGISTER TODAY!!
URL:https://www.ceimaine.org/event/propeller-pop-up-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Support and Learning for Entrepreneurs,Cohort-Based Program,Networking
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ORGANIZER;CN="CEI Women's Business Center":MAILTO:wbc@ceimaine.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240925T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240925T170000
DTSTAMP:20260420T083629
CREATED:20240821T194918Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240821T195143Z
UID:32436-1727280000-1727283600@www.ceimaine.org
SUMMARY:Info Session: Funding Opportunities to Support Aquaculture Farmers
DESCRIPTION:Are you an aquaculture farmer thinking of applying for a grant through either of the two recently announced opportunities\, but are unsure of “how” or “if” it’s a fit? \nJoin the WBC’s advisor Ruth Feldman\, and MAIC Associate Director Anne Langston Noll from Maine Aquaculture Innovation Center to review grant application basics and the particulars of these grants: \n\nFarmer Community Engagement Grant\nFunding for Farmer to Farmer Exchange\n\nDeadlines for both of these opportunities are fast approaching so apply soon and attend this workshop if you have questions. \nREGISTER TODAY!
URL:https://www.ceimaine.org/event/info-session-funding-opportunities-to-support-aquaculture-farmers/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Support and Learning for Entrepreneurs,Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="CEI Women's Business Center":MAILTO:wbc@ceimaine.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240926T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240926T183000
DTSTAMP:20260420T083629
CREATED:20240906T165545Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240912T152642Z
UID:32590-1727373600-1727375400@www.ceimaine.org
SUMMARY:Child Care Business Lab: What Maine's New Retirement Law Means for You
DESCRIPTION:Child care employees- discover what Maine’s new retirement savings law\, MERIT\, means for you! Join the Child Care Business Lab and Cameron Monaghan\, CEI’s Workforce Solutions Associate Program Developer\, for a conversation and Q/A covering MERIT. This program is starting soon so now is the time to get ready! \nWe will answer important questions that pertain to child care employees like: \n\nHow do I start saving for retirement?\nCan I opt out?\nDoes this effect my paycheck?\n\nCome ready with your own questions to gain the knowledge you need to prepare for this program! \nClick here to join the Zoom meeting on September 26th at 6:00pm \nPassword: children
URL:https://www.ceimaine.org/event/child-care-business-lab-thrive-with-merit/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Child Care Business Lab,Thrive
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ORGANIZER;CN="CEI Child Care Business Lab":MAILTO:childcare@ceimaine.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240927T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240927T160000
DTSTAMP:20260420T083629
CREATED:20240813T204844Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240814T140351Z
UID:32325-1727445600-1727452800@www.ceimaine.org
SUMMARY:BIPOC Women’s Business Get Together
DESCRIPTION:Join the CEI Women’s Business Center and fellow alumnae of our BIPOC Women’s Business cohort programs for an informal get-together! \nWe hope you’ll join us on Friday\, September 27th for this 2-hour informal networking opportunity! \nWhat will we do? \n\nConnect with fellow entrepreneurs\,\nHear about opportunities for small business owners\,\nDiscuss challenges we each face in the pursuit of our businesses.\n\nWho will attend? Anyone who has completed the BIPOC Women’s Business Navigator cohort program and/or the Network Builder: A BIPOC Women’s Business cohort program. \nPlease bring a blanket or folding chair to sit on. Light refreshments will be provided.  \nRegistration is required so we can get a head count. \nLocation: Fort Allen Park at Eastern Promenade in Portland\, ME 04101 We will meet near the Gazebo at Fort Allen Park. \nIn the event of rain\, we will notify you the day before if we need to move the get together indoors at the CEI WBC office at 2 Portland Fish Pier Suite 201\, Portland\, ME 04101. \nREGISTER TODAY!!
URL:https://www.ceimaine.org/event/32325/
LOCATION:Fort Allen Park at Eastern Promenade\, 49 Eastern Promenade\,\, Portland\, ME\, 04101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Support and Learning for Entrepreneurs,Networking
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ORGANIZER;CN="CEI Women's Business Center":MAILTO:wbc@ceimaine.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241001T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241001T090000
DTSTAMP:20260420T083629
CREATED:20240910T031647Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240910T031647Z
UID:32614-1727767800-1727773200@www.ceimaine.org
SUMMARY:October Tuesday Toast Talks: Meet\, Share\, & Connect
DESCRIPTION:Join WBC Business Advisor\, Jodi Cordes\, for an informal networking meeting with new\, existing\, or aspiring female entrepreneurs from Greater Franklin County! \nWe meet on the first Tuesday each month for great conversation among business owners\, at any stage. \nCome together to connect\, share expertise\, and learn from each other about running a business. \nLocation: Root Down Market at 54 Farmington Falls Road\, New Sharon\, ME 04955 \nLight refreshments will be provided. \nRegistration in advance is highly encouraged. \nAgenda: \n\n7:30 am-8:00 am – Facilitated conversation/educational presentation.\n8:00am – 9:00am Meet\, Share\, & Connect – stay and chat\, depart when you need to.\n\nREGISTER TODAY!
URL:https://www.ceimaine.org/event/october-tuesday-toast-talks-meet-share-connect/
LOCATION:Root Down Market\, 54 Farmington Falls Road\, New Sharon\, ME\, 04955\, United States
CATEGORIES:Support and Learning for Entrepreneurs,Workshop Series
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ORGANIZER;CN="CEI Women's Business Center":MAILTO:wbc@ceimaine.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241001T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241001T203000
DTSTAMP:20260420T083629
CREATED:20240806T154003Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240806T155106Z
UID:32264-1727809200-1727814600@www.ceimaine.org
SUMMARY:Child Care Business Lab: Explore
DESCRIPTION:In the Child Care Business Lab: Explore program\, we will help you figure out if owning a child care business is right for you. \nBetween the documents to fill out and decisions to make\, you might feel overwhelmed and have lots of questions. By participating in Explore and completing individual work\, you will build a network and validate that you and your family are ready to embark on your journey to child care business ownership. \nWe’ll break the process down into chunks that make sense to you. You’ll learn about: \n\nThe differences between family and facility child care settings\nHow much money you need to start your business and how much you can expect to make\nWhat documents you need to start preparing for your license\n\nOur team will be there along the way to answer your questions and coach you through the process! \nThe Explore program is the first stage of the Child Care Business Lab. \nClick here to join the Zoom Meeting on October 1st at 7:00PM \nPassword: children
URL:https://www.ceimaine.org/event/child-care-business-lab-explore-9/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Child Care Business Lab,Explore,Family Child Care,Facility or Center
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ORGANIZER;CN="CEI Child Care Business Lab":MAILTO:childcare@ceimaine.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241002T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241002T194500
DTSTAMP:20260420T083629
CREATED:20240912T153019Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241206T183841Z
UID:32661-1727895600-1727898300@www.ceimaine.org
SUMMARY:Child Care Business Lab: How to Be a Good Boss
DESCRIPTION:Calling all licensed child care providers! Whether you have just opened your doors or you are already serving your community\, attracting and retaining staff is central to your business. Join the Child Care Business Lab for a three-week program on Zoom where we will give you the tools you need to find\, onboard\, lead\, and support your growing team. \nPlease RSVP to reserve a spot and receive follow up materials. \nClick here to join the Zoom meeting on October 2nd\, 9th\, and 16th. \nPassword: children \n 
URL:https://www.ceimaine.org/event/child-care-business-lab-how-to-be-a-good-boss/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Child Care Business Lab,Thrive
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ORGANIZER;CN="CEI Child Care Business Lab":MAILTO:childcare@ceimaine.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241004T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241004T090000
DTSTAMP:20260420T083629
CREATED:20240829T174001Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240829T174132Z
UID:32489-1728028800-1728032400@www.ceimaine.org
SUMMARY:October Biz Fit: When Less is More\, Simplify Your Workload
DESCRIPTION:Got a never-ending To Do list? Constantly thinking of new\, different\, more things to try? \nAlways adding new tasks and ideas without considering what to eliminate? \nWe often overwhelm ourselves with “more” and overlook the power of “less” in boosting productivity and efficiency. \nIn this session we’ll focus our conversation on why that is easier said than done\, why we constantly add\, but rarely SUBTRACT. We’ll use some of the basic strategies put forth by Leidy Klotz. \nLeave the session with possibly one less thing “to do”! \nRegister Today!
URL:https://www.ceimaine.org/event/october-biz-fit-when-less-is-more-simplify-your-workload/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Support and Learning for Entrepreneurs,Workshop Series
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ORGANIZER;CN="CEI Women's Business Center":MAILTO:wbc@ceimaine.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241007T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241009T210000
DTSTAMP:20260420T083629
CREATED:20240416T145216Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240910T141811Z
UID:31505-1728324000-1728507600@www.ceimaine.org
SUMMARY:Home Buyers Education Live Webinar\, October 7\, 8\, and 9\, 2024\, 6:00-9:00pm
DESCRIPTION:Coastal Enterprises\, Inc. (CEI)\, a nonprofit community development organization\, with the support of Maine State Housing Authority\, will offer the Homebuyer Education class in a n 3 sessions\, October 7\, 8\, and 9th from 6PM – 9PM. This class will be held as a live webinar\, you will receive an invitation to join the webinar the day of the first class. \nThinking about buying a home? Attend CEI’s Home Buyer Education class to get more information about programs that may be able to help you such as Maine Housing’s Home Assist Program that offers $5\,000.00 in closing cost assistance. You will also learn about VA\, USDA and FHA programs. Other topics you will learn about include; debt to income ratio\, what is it and how is it calculated\, credit 101 what you need to know\, working with real estate professionals and what does a home inspection cover. \nCEI is a HUD approved\, certified\, and funded Housing Counseling Agency. Our Home Buyer Education course is an approved Maine hoMEworks course. Maine hoMEworks is a statewide coalition of home buyer education providers with a mission to develop a consistent\, high quality home buyer education program delivered by a network of industry professionals throughout Maine. \nPre-registration is required and there is a $30/person or $50/couples (purchasing together) NON-REFUNDABLE charge. \nNote: We are required by HUD to collect demographic information on all housing course attendees.  \nParticipants must attend the complete session in order to receive a certificate of completion. \nParticipants are asked to bring a calculator\, pencil and notebook for use during the course. \n\nSESSION 1\nOctober 7\, 2024\n6:00 pm – 9:00 pm\nSESSION 2\nOctober 8\, 2024\n6:00 pm – 9:00 pm\nSESSION 3\nOctober 9\, 2024\n6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
URL:https://www.ceimaine.org/event/home-buyers-education-live-webinar-october-7-8-and-9-2024-600-900pm/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Jason Thomas":MAILTO:jason.thomas@ceimaine.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241016T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241016T130000
DTSTAMP:20260420T083629
CREATED:20240805T191835Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240806T155307Z
UID:32252-1729080000-1729083600@www.ceimaine.org
SUMMARY:Child Care Business Lab: Explore Finding a Facility Location
DESCRIPTION:Interested in opening a child care outside of your home but aren’t sure where to start?  \nThe Child Care Business Lab can help you identify properties with potential\, build confidence to reach out to community partners\, and create an action plan outlining your next steps. \nClick here to join the Zoom meeting on October 16th at noon (12:00pm) \nPassword: children
URL:https://www.ceimaine.org/event/child-care-business-lab-explore-finding-a-facility-location-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Child Care Business Lab,Explore,Facility or Center
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ORGANIZER;CN="CEI Child Care Business Lab":MAILTO:childcare@ceimaine.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241017T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241017T203000
DTSTAMP:20260420T083629
CREATED:20240416T133716Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241015T143959Z
UID:31460-1729188000-1729197000@www.ceimaine.org
SUMMARY:Owning and Managing Rental Properties\, October 17\, 2024
DESCRIPTION:This will be held as a live webinar \nThis 2.5 hour seminar on October 17\, 2024 from 6:00pm – 8:30pm has been approved by Maine Housing. \nThe course will cover tenant issues including: applications\, screening and reference checks\, fair housing\, leases vs. tenancies at will\, security deposits\, eviction procedures; and building issues including: property maintenance and repairs\, lead and carbon monoxide rules\, budgeting\, bookkeeping and managing expenses. \nCompletion of this course fulfills landlord training requirements. \nParticipants will receive a Certificate of Completion. The non-refundable cost for this seminar is $35.00/person. \nNote: We are required by HUD to collect demographic information on all housing course attendees. 
URL:https://www.ceimaine.org/event/owning-and-managing-rental-properties-october-17-2024/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Jason Thomas":MAILTO:jason.thomas@ceimaine.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241019T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241019T170000
DTSTAMP:20260420T083629
CREATED:20240416T142739Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241008T144201Z
UID:31477-1729324800-1729357200@www.ceimaine.org
SUMMARY:Home Buyers Education Live Webinar October 19\, 2024 - 1 Day Live Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Coastal Enterprises\, Inc. (CEI)\, a nonprofit community development organization\, with the support of Maine State Housing Authority\, will offer the Homebuyer Education class in a one day live webinar on Saturday\, October 19\, 2024 from 8AM – 5PM. Registrants will receive an invitation to the webinar the day before class. \nThinking about buying a home? Attend CEI’s Home Buyer Education class to get more information about programs that may be able to help you such as Maine Housing’s Home Assist Program that offers $5.000.00 in closing cost assistance. You will also learn about VA\, USDA and FHA programs. Other topics you will learn about include; debt to income ratio\, what is it and how is it calculated\, credit 101 what you need to know\, working with real estate professionals and what does a home inspection cover. \nCEI is a HUD approved\, certified\, and funded Housing Counseling Agency. Our Home Buyer Education course is an approved Maine hoMEworks course. Maine hoMEworks is a statewide coalition of home buyer education providers with a mission to develop a consistent\, high quality home buyer education program delivered by a network of industry professionals throughout Maine. \nPre-registration is required and there is a $30/person or $50/couples (purchasing together) non-refundable charge Veterans and Active military free (Must provide DD214 or L.E.S.) Participants must attend the complete session in order to receive a certificate of completion. \nThis class will be held as a live webinar\, you will receive an invitation to the webinar the day before class.
URL:https://www.ceimaine.org/event/home-buyers-education-live-webinar-october-19-2024-1-day-live-webinar/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Jason Thomas":MAILTO:jason.thomas@ceimaine.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241022T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241022T160000
DTSTAMP:20260420T083629
CREATED:20241010T145556Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241010T150153Z
UID:32951-1729605600-1729612800@www.ceimaine.org
SUMMARY:Business Planning for Makers and Artists with Ruth Feldman of CEI Women's Business Center
DESCRIPTION:In this free workshop\, Ruth Feldman\, CEI Northeast Women’s Business Center Program Director and Business Advisor\, will provide an overview of their no-cost\, confidential resources for women\, and focus in on some business planning essentials for “right brainers” to think about planning / sustaining their business. \n  \nLocation: Rivertown Community Arts Center at 142 West Main Street\, Fort Kent\, ME 04743 \n  \nThere is no charge to attend. You’re welcome to drop in\, but if you would like to guarantee your seat\, please register here.
URL:https://www.ceimaine.org/event/business-planning-for-makers-and-artists-with-ruth-feldman-of-cei-womens-business-center/
LOCATION:Rivertown Community Arts Center\, 142 W Main Street\, Fort Kent\, ME\, 04743\, United States
CATEGORIES:Support and Learning for Entrepreneurs,Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rivertown Community and Art Center":MAILTO:rivertowncac@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241026T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241026T170000
DTSTAMP:20260420T083629
CREATED:20240813T195128Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241009T120610Z
UID:32319-1729929600-1729962000@www.ceimaine.org
SUMMARY:Home Buyers Education Live Class\, October 26\, 2024 - 1 Day Live In-Person Class***
DESCRIPTION:Coastal Enterprises\, Inc. (CEI)\, a nonprofit community development organization\, with the support of Maine State Housing Authority\, will offer the Homebuyer Education class in a one day live in-person class on Saturday\, October 26\, 2024 from 8AM – 5PM. \nThe class will be held at the Boothbay YMCA’s Winslow Community Room\, located at 261 Townsend Ave\, Boothbay Harbor\, ME 04538 \nThinking about buying a home? Attend CEI’s Home Buyer Education class to get more information about programs that may be able to help you including Maine Housing’s various down payment assistance programs with benefits ranging from $5\,000 to $10\,000. You will also learn about VA\, USDA and FHA programs. Other topics you will learn about include debt to income ratio\, what is it and how is it calculated\, credit 101 what you need to know\, working with real estate professionals and what does a home inspection cover. \nCEI is a HUD approved\, certified\, and funded Housing Counseling Agency. Our Home Buyer Education course is an approved Maine hoMEworks course. Maine hoMEworks is a statewide coalition of home buyer education providers with a mission to develop a consistent\, high quality home buyer education program delivered by a network of industry professionals throughout Maine. \nPre-registration is required and there is a $30/person or $50/couples (purchasing together) non-refundable charge Veterans and Active military free (Must provide DD214 or L.E.S.) Participants must attend the complete session in order to receive a certificate of completion. \nAgain\, this is a live in person class being held at the Boothbay YMCA\, 261 Townsend Avenue\, Boothbay Harbor\, ME 04538
URL:https://www.ceimaine.org/event/home-buyers-education-live-class-september-28-2024-1-day-live-in-person-class/
LOCATION:Boothbay Harbor YMCA\, 261 Townsend St\, Boothbay Harbor\, ME\, 04538\, United States
CATEGORIES:Homebuyer Education
ORGANIZER;CN="Jason Thomas":MAILTO:jason.thomas@ceimaine.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241029T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241029T123000
DTSTAMP:20260420T083629
CREATED:20240903T181720Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240903T204001Z
UID:32545-1730203200-1730205000@www.ceimaine.org
SUMMARY:Child Care Business Lab: Explore How to Turn Your Home into a Family Child Care
DESCRIPTION:Did you know that family child care providers are able to open their doors within 8 months and earn $45\,000 in their first year of operation? If you want to start your own child care business and are considering operating out of your house or apartment\, this session is for you! Join to learn more about what conversations to have with your family\, common renovations\, and more! \nClick here to join the Zoom on October 29th at 12:00pm.
URL:https://www.ceimaine.org/event/child-care-business-lab-explore-how-to-turn-your-home-into-a-family-child-care/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Child Care Business Lab,Explore,Family Child Care
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ORGANIZER;CN="CEI Child Care Business Lab":MAILTO:childcare@ceimaine.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241101T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241101T090000
DTSTAMP:20260420T083629
CREATED:20240829T175042Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240829T175601Z
UID:32492-1730448000-1730451600@www.ceimaine.org
SUMMARY:November Biz Fit: FEAR Factor
DESCRIPTION:Now that Halloween is over\, Let’s explore our hidden fears in business.\n– What are you most afraid of?\n– How real are your fears?\n– How critical?\n– What impact do they have on your progress? \nLet’s examine the impact of fear on decision-making and strategies to overcome “Paralysis of Analysis – Explore how to turn your fears into action and prevent them from holding you back: \nF alse\nE xpectations\nA ppearing\nR eal\nFactor \nRegister Today!
URL:https://www.ceimaine.org/event/november-biz-fit-fear-factor/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Support and Learning for Entrepreneurs,Workshop Series
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ORGANIZER;CN="CEI Women's Business Center":MAILTO:wbc@ceimaine.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241105T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241105T090000
DTSTAMP:20260420T083629
CREATED:20240910T032106Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240910T032106Z
UID:32617-1730791800-1730797200@www.ceimaine.org
SUMMARY:November Tuesday Toast Talks: Meet\, Share\, & Connect
DESCRIPTION:Join WBC Business Advisor\, Jodi Cordes\, for an informal networking meeting with new\, existing\, or aspiring female entrepreneurs from Greater Franklin County! \nWe meet on the first Tuesday each month for great conversation among business owners\, at any stage. \nCome together to connect\, share expertise\, and learn from each other about running a business. \nLocation: Root Down Market at 54 Farmington Falls Road\, New Sharon\, ME 04955 \nLight refreshments will be provided. \nRegistration in advance is highly encouraged. \nAgenda: \n\n7:30 am-8:00 am – Facilitated conversation/educational presentation.\n8:00am – 9:00am Meet\, Share\, & Connect – stay and chat\, depart when you need to.\n\nREGISTER TODAY!
URL:https://www.ceimaine.org/event/november-tuesday-toast-talks-meet-share-connect/
LOCATION:Root Down Market\, 54 Farmington Falls Road\, New Sharon\, ME\, 04955\, United States
CATEGORIES:Support and Learning for Entrepreneurs,Workshop Series
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ORGANIZER;CN="CEI Women's Business Center":MAILTO:wbc@ceimaine.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241107T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241107T203000
DTSTAMP:20260420T083629
CREATED:20240806T154846Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240806T154846Z
UID:32267-1731006000-1731011400@www.ceimaine.org
SUMMARY:Child Care Business Lab: Explore
DESCRIPTION:In the Child Care Business Lab: Explore program\, we will help you figure out if owning a child care business is right for you. \nBetween the documents to fill out and decisions to make\, you might feel overwhelmed and have lots of questions. By participating in Explore and completing individual work\, you will build a network and validate that you and your family are ready to embark on your journey to child care business ownership. \nWe’ll break the process down into chunks that make sense to you. You’ll learn about: \n\nThe differences between family and facility child care settings\nHow much money you need to start your business and how much you can expect to make\nWhat documents you need to start preparing for your license\n\nOur team will be there along the way to answer your questions and coach you through the process! \nThe Explore program is the first stage of the Child Care Business Lab. \nClick here to join the Zoom Meeting on November 7th at 7:00PM \nPassword: children
URL:https://www.ceimaine.org/event/child-care-business-lab-explore-10/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Child Care Business Lab,Explore,Family Child Care,Facility or Center
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ORGANIZER;CN="CEI Child Care Business Lab":MAILTO:childcare@ceimaine.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241108T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241108T100000
DTSTAMP:20260420T083629
CREATED:20241028T134632Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241028T135057Z
UID:33189-1731056400-1731060000@www.ceimaine.org
SUMMARY:Website 101: Your Digital Foundation - Starting Your Business Website
DESCRIPTION:This introductory workshop covers the essentials of building a successful website\, from choosing the right platform to creating a brand identity that attracts clients. \nJoin the WBC’s Web Design and Marketing Expert\, Mercedes Arnold\, to learn about: \n\nDomain names\,\nHosting/what’s out there for website design platforms\, and\nThe basics of layout design to build a solid foundation.\n\nLeave with a clear understanding of the initial steps for bringing your business online with confidence. \nRegister Today! \n  \nYou may also be interested in joining us for Website 101: From Ideas to Impact: Building Your Website with Purpose – click the link to register.
URL:https://www.ceimaine.org/event/website-101-your-digital-foundation-starting-your-business-website/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Support and Learning for Entrepreneurs,Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="CEI Women's Business Center":MAILTO:wbc@ceimaine.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241111T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241113T210000
DTSTAMP:20260420T083629
CREATED:20240416T145422Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241111T205156Z
UID:31509-1731348000-1731531600@www.ceimaine.org
SUMMARY:Home Buyers Education Live Webinar\, November 11\, 12\, and 13\, 2024\, 6:00-9:00pm
DESCRIPTION:Coastal Enterprises\, Inc. (CEI)\, a nonprofit community development organization\, with the support of Maine State Housing Authority\, will offer the Homebuyer Education class in a n 3 sessions\, November 11\, 12\, and 13th from 6PM – 9PM. This class will be held as a live webinar\, you will receive an invitation to join the webinar the day of the first class. \nThinking about buying a home? Attend CEI’s Home Buyer Education class to get more information about programs that may be able to help you such as Maine Housing’s Home Assist Program that offers $5\,000.00 in closing cost assistance. You will also learn about VA\, USDA and FHA programs. Other topics you will learn about include; debt to income ratio\, what is it and how is it calculated\, credit 101 what you need to know\, working with real estate professionals and what does a home inspection cover. \nCEI is a HUD approved\, certified\, and funded Housing Counseling Agency. Our Home Buyer Education course is an approved Maine hoMEworks course. Maine hoMEworks is a statewide coalition of home buyer education providers with a mission to develop a consistent\, high quality home buyer education program delivered by a network of industry professionals throughout Maine. \nPre-registration is required and there is a $30/person or $50/couples (purchasing together) NON-REFUNDABLE charge. \nNote: We are required by HUD to collect demographic information on all housing course attendees.  \nParticipants must attend the complete session in order to receive a certificate of completion. \nParticipants are asked to bring a calculator\, pencil and notebook for use during the course. \n\nSESSION 1\nNovember 11\, 2024\n6:00 pm – 9:00 pm\nSESSION 2\nNovember 12\, 2024\n6:00 pm – 9:00 pm\nSESSION 3\nNovember 13\, 2024\n6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
URL:https://www.ceimaine.org/event/home-buyers-education-live-webinar-november-11-12-and-13-2024-600-900pm/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Jason Thomas":MAILTO:jason.thomas@ceimaine.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241112T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241112T100000
DTSTAMP:20260420T083629
CREATED:20241017T162422Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241017T162438Z
UID:33041-1731402000-1731405600@www.ceimaine.org
SUMMARY:Fundamentals of Canva
DESCRIPTION:Canva is an excellent tool to assist in your marketing efforts as a small business owner. \nIn this 1-hour webinar\, WBC Social Media Consultant\, Katie Kelley\, will explore the fundamentals of Canva including: \n\nuploading a brand kit\,\nutilizing templates to create social media posts\,\nrepurposing your content for multiple platforms and\nusing the Magic Studio functionality to help brainstorm ideas for your marketing goals.\n\nRegister Today!
URL:https://www.ceimaine.org/event/fundamentals-of-canva/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Support and Learning for Entrepreneurs,Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="CEI Women's Business Center":MAILTO:wbc@ceimaine.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241112T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241112T134500
DTSTAMP:20260420T083629
CREATED:20241021T185637Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241021T185637Z
UID:33116-1731416400-1731419100@www.ceimaine.org
SUMMARY:Child Care Business Lab: What Employers Need to Know- Maine's New Paid Family and Medical Leave Law
DESCRIPTION:Get ready- Maine’s law on paid family medical leave is changing! What do child care businesses need to know before January? Join this session to learn how much it will cost and how you can start preparing. Register today! \nClick here to join the Zoom on November 12th at 1:00pm. 
URL:https://www.ceimaine.org/event/child-care-business-lab-what-employers-need-to-know-maines-new-paid-family-and-medical-leave-law/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Child Care Business Lab,Thrive
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ORGANIZER;CN="CEI Child Care Business Lab":MAILTO:childcare@ceimaine.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241114T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241114T100000
DTSTAMP:20260420T083629
CREATED:20241028T134856Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241028T134904Z
UID:33191-1731574800-1731578400@www.ceimaine.org
SUMMARY:Website 101: From Ideas to Impact: Building Your Website with Purpose
DESCRIPTION:Join Web Design and Marketing Expert\, Mercedes Arnold for a 1-hour session where we’ll dive into designing a site that feels authentic to your brand and resonates with your audience. \nWe’ll cover user experience\, navigation\, and content essentials\, along with SEO basics to ensure your site reaches the right people. You’ll gain the tools to make informed decisions that make your site effective and sustainable for your business goals. \nRegister Today!
URL:https://www.ceimaine.org/event/website-101-from-ideas-to-impact-building-your-website-with-purpose/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Support and Learning for Entrepreneurs,Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="CEI Women's Business Center":MAILTO:wbc@ceimaine.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241114T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241114T133000
DTSTAMP:20260420T083629
CREATED:20241011T220024Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241011T220024Z
UID:32973-1731589200-1731591000@www.ceimaine.org
SUMMARY:Child Care Business Lab: Explore Improving Your Credit Score
DESCRIPTION:This session is designed for any child care providers who want to know more about their credit score! Take the first step to improving your financial wellness by joining this session led by Jill Lorom\, financial counselor with CEI. Jill is passionate about helping child care providers understand credit scoring and how to protect\, build\, or repair their credit. Whether you think you have excellent credit or you are concerned about a low or nonexistent score\, come with questions and leave with a better understanding of how to improve your credit! \nClick here to join the Zoom Meeting on November 14th at 1:00pm. \nPassword: children
URL:https://www.ceimaine.org/event/child-care-business-lab-explore-improving-your-credit-score-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Child Care Business Lab,Explore,Family Child Care,Facility or Center
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ORGANIZER;CN="CEI Child Care Business Lab":MAILTO:childcare@ceimaine.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241114T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241114T203000
DTSTAMP:20260420T083629
CREATED:20240416T134035Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241114T143726Z
UID:31462-1731607200-1731616200@www.ceimaine.org
SUMMARY:Owning and Managing Rental Properties\, November 14\, 2024
DESCRIPTION:This will be held as a live webinar \nThis 2.5 hour seminar on November 14\, 2024 from 6:00pm – 8:30pm has been approved by Maine Housing. \nThe course will cover tenant issues including: applications\, screening and reference checks\, fair housing\, leases vs. tenancies at will\, security deposits\, eviction procedures; and building issues including: property maintenance and repairs\, lead and carbon monoxide rules\, budgeting\, bookkeeping and managing expenses. \nCompletion of this course fulfills landlord training requirements. \nParticipants will receive a Certificate of Completion. The non-refundable cost for this seminar is $35.00/person. \nNote: We are required by HUD to collect demographic information on all housing course attendees. 
URL:https://www.ceimaine.org/event/owning-and-managing-rental-properties-november-14-2024/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Jason Thomas":MAILTO:jason.thomas@ceimaine.org
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