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Description: Salsa at the Bandshell In collaboration with Jason R. Baila Con Gusto CT & Meriden Recreation Department presents: Thursday from May 21-June 25, 2026 6:30 pm Intro Beginner Salsa 7:30 PM Mixed Intermediate Salsa 8:30 PM Dance Social (Free class participation) Families & Children Welcome Partner not required $10 per class

Location Info: 999 West Main Str, Stage, Meriden, CT

Description: The Meriden-New Britain-Berlin YMCA's 6th annual Night of Stars will honor Sister Georgeann Vumbaco as the 2026 Night of Stars honoree. Sister Georgeann has devoted her life to teaching and community service. She served as principal of St. Joseph School from 1982 to 2002 and currently serves as a part-time pastoral associate at Our Lady Queen of Angels. Her extensive community involvement includes serving on the boards of The Bradley Home and her alma mater, Mercy High School. She was also a member of the Children's First Initiative and the School Readiness Council, chairperson of the Advisory Board on Aging for the City of Meriden, and chaplain for the Meriden Fire Department. All proceeds from the event benefit the Meriden-New Britain-Berlin YMCA Annual Campaign to strengthen our community. Through the Annual Campaign, the YMCA provides scholarships and financial assistance for summer camp, swim lessons, youth sports, child care, memberships, holiday meals, and more. Night of Stars guests will enjoy an open bar featuring signature drinks, a beer garden, light fare, desserts, fabulous auction items, a diamond drawing, a 50/50 raffle featuring a designer handbag, music and more.

Location Info: High Hill Rd., Meriden, CT

Contact Info: Tickets are $50 for one guest or $90 for two guests. You may purchase tickets at the Meriden YMCA Welcome Center, by phone at 203-235-6386, or "https://www.meridenymca.org" target=_blank>or click here" to purchase tickets online. Tickets are advance purchase only. They will not be sold at the door. Attendees must be 21 years of age or older. For more information, contact Carmen Chaparro at 203-440-0260 or via e-mail.

Description: Need a QuickBooks Online refresh?

This hands-on workshop is designed for business owners who are already using QBO and want to build confidence in managing their day-to-day finances.Learn how to record sales and payments, categorize expenses, run essential reports, and reconcile your accounts so you can keep your books organized and your business on track.

Contact Info: Registration is required. There is no fee for this webinar. Click here to register.

Description: Girls Inc. Summer Camp 2026 will run from June22nd-August 14th. Summer support made simple. They have got extended care options for families with early mornings or later afternoons, so your schedule stays stress-free. Add extended to your child's enrolled camp weeks through the Girls Inc. portal. "by clicking here to register or for more information." They also accept Care4Kids and Meriden-Wallingford Campership to assist with making camp more accessible for more families.

Location Info: 130 Lincoln Str, Meriden, CT 06451

Contact Info: Contact their office for assistance 203.235.7146.

Description: Thinking about starting a business in Connecticut?

This class covers everything you need to get started—from choosing a business structure and creating a business plan to exploring funding options, registering your business, and hiring employees.Join to have a clear roadmap to turn your idea into a reality.

Contact Info: Registration is required. There is no fee for this webinar. Click here to register.

Description: You're starting or have started your new small business. Great!! But . . . you're worried about what your sales will be, or if you can make a profit and how you will manage your cash flow. If you need help in any of these areas, this webinar is for you! We'll review calculating your startup costs, projecting sales, creating a projected profit and loss statement and cashflow statement.

All registrants will receive the link to the recorded webinar after the live event.

This webinar is part of SCORE's Small Business Essentials (SBE) Webinar Series. The series is designed to prepare anyone who is considering starting a business to make the decisions and plans you need to successfully launch your business. All webinars are taught by experienced certified SCORE Mentors.View All EventsPartner With UsOur SponsorsDonateVolunteerOur ImpactQuestions? Call Us(800) 634-0245Have Any Questions?Send us a messageWashington, DC 20024FacebookTwitter / XLinkedInYouTubeDonateStartGrow

Contact Info: There is no fee for this webinar. ""Click here to register.

Description: TriCircle will be holding their 8th Annual Gala Brunch & 10 Year Anniversary Celebration. Enjoy delicious food, raffle prizes, award presentations, and much more provided.

Location Info: 180 Cheshire Rd., Wallingford, CT

Contact Info: Cost is $75 per person. "Click here to register." For more information, contact Melissa via e-mail.

Description: Money 101 Education is an ongoing program. You may register and begin at any time. The program includes:- Five two-hour classes — a total of 10 hours of instruction- Plus, unlimited, confidential one-on-one mentoring with trained instructors who can help you apply what you learn to your own financial life.Through flexible "At Your Own Pace" options you can start at your own time schedule. The class is ongoing. Do you ever wonder where your money goes— And how to make it work better for you? Money 101 Education is a practical, easy-to-understand financial literacy program that helps adults gain confidence with money and make smarter financial decisions. You will learn real-life skills such as budgeting, improving credit, understanding taxes, building wealth, investing wisely, and planning for retirement. Instead of confusing jargon, the program uses step-by-step guidance, hands-on exercises, and personal support from SCORE mentors to help participants take control of their finances and reduce financial stress. Students watch five easy-to-follow pre-recorded lessons whenever it fits their schedule, complete practical assignments after each class, and then meet one-on-one with their SCORE mentor to review their work, answer questions, and receive personalized guidance. Each mentoring session helps students build wealth, make wiser financial decisions, and create a stronger financial future—at a pace that works for them.

If you are ready to get your personal finances organized, build confidence, and make smarter financial decisions, Money 101 Education is a great place to start.View All EventsPartner With UsOur SponsorsDonateVolunteerOur ImpactQuestions? Call Us(800) 634-0245Have Any Questions?Send us a messageWashington, DC 20024FacebookTwitter / XLinkedInYouTubeDonateStartGrow

Contact Info: There is a $125 fee for this webinar. ""Click here to register.

Description: 2nd Annual Fall Festival and Paddle Sport Event with Live Music, Vendors, Paddle Race, Food Trucks Stop by and Support them.

Location Info: 1630 N. Colony Rd., Meriden, CT 06450

Contact Info: Kuhn employment 2nd Annual Fall Festival & Paddle Sport Event 10-17-2026.

Description: Large companies and small businesses are taking advantage of generative AI with excellent results. However, many entrepreneurs still need that initial push to learn the basics and start applying it in their own businesses.This training is designed for small business owners and new entrepreneurs who want to understand the basics and start applying AI in a practical and safe way. Join Angela Rodriguez, CTSBDC – AI Initiatives Lead, for live demos and an interactive Q&A.

What You'll Learn: Strong foundations: what Gen-AI is and safety basic; Choosing the right AI tool for my busines; Prompting & iteration for reliable result; Five confidence-building AI tasks to apply to your business

Contact Info: Click here for more information and to register.