cutlineSerial entrepreneur and father of high-speed DNA sequencing Jonathan Rothberg is the guest of this month's BioHaven Entrepreneurship Series March 31 at the Yale medical school.
breaker hedSYMPOSIA, CONFERENCES & EXPOSITIONS
The Entrepreneurial Woman's Network holds its EWN Spring Business Expo. Be part of Fairfield County's business-to-business marketing and networking event. Participants can showcase a compant, sell services or products, meet potential new clients and network. 6-9 p.m. March 24 at the Norwalk Inn & Conference Center, 99 East Ave., Norwalk. Free. 203-222-3404, ewn-ct.org.
The Clinton Chamber of Commerce hosts its 19th annual Business Expo. More than 40 local businesses, restaurants and civic groups will participate. Attendees may peruse exhibitors' displays promoting their business or service. 9:30 a.m.-3 p.m. March 27 at Andrews Memorial Town Hall, Rt. One, Clinton. Free. 860-669-3889, This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .
The Home Builders Association holds a Home Building Industry Day at the State Capitol. 7:30 a.m.-noon March 31 at State Capitol, Judicial Room, 210 Capitol Ave., Hartford. 860-521-1905, hbact.org.
The South Windsor Chamber of Commerce holds its third annual Greater Hartford Women's Conference. The day's events include two panel discussions, workshops, lunch/exhibition and guest speakers, including former Good Morning America co-host Joan Lunden and author Gina Barreca. 8 a.m.-5:30 p.m. April 28 at Maneeley's Banquet & Conference Center, 65 Rye St., South Windsor. $129 ($149 after 3/31). Registration. 860-644-9442, greaterhartfordwomensconference.com.
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The Connecticut Alliance for Business Opportunities (CABO), a gay/lesbian/bisexual/transgendered business networking group, hosts a seminar on Social Media and Business. Learn how to make social media work for your business to generate referrals, increase revenue and even brand your compant. 8-9 a.m. March 3 at law firm of Loughlin FitzGerald, PC, 1960 Whitney Ave., Hamden. $20 members, $30 non-members (walk-ins add $5). Reservations. Visit thecabo.org.
The Waterbury Regional Chamber of Commerce sponsors Speed Networking. Inspired by speed dating, business people can time-efficiently meet others to identify those with whom hey might do business. 8 a.m. March 10 at Heritage Hotel, Southbury. $15. Registration. 203-757-0701.
The Bridgeport Regional Business Council (BRBC) presents its Women's Leadership Council 2010 Breakfast: Managing Stress Naturally. Naturopathic physician Tina Zigo will discuss how to manage stress through the use of natural remedies. 8-9 a.m. March 10 at BRBC, 10 Middle St., Bridgeport. Registration. 203-335-3800, brbc.org.
The Greater New Haven Chamber of Commerce hosts Business After Hours. 5:30-7:30 p.m. March 11 at the Study at Yale, 1157 Chapel St., New Haven. $10 members, $45 non-members. Registration. 203-782-4342, gnhcc.com.
The Quinnipiac Chamber of Commerce holds a Wine, Cheese & Chocolate Tasting. 5-7 p.m. March 11 at Jake's Martini Bar, 179 Center St., Wallingford. $20 members, $30 non-members. 203-269-9891.
The Middlesex County Chamber of Commerce hosts a Member Breakfast with U.S. Rep. John B. Larson (D-1). 7:45-9 a.m. March 15 at the Crowne Plaza, 100 Berlin Rd., Cromwell. $19 members, $20 non-members. Registration. 860-347-6924, middlesexchamber.com.
The Bridgeport Regional Business Council holds a Regional Business Networking Tabletop Expo & Business After Hours. 3-6 p.m. March 16 at Norwalk Community College, East Campus, 188 Richards Ave., Norwalk. Free. 203-335-3800, brbc.org.
The East Haven Chamber of Commerce hosts Business After Hours. 5:30 p.m. March 16 at ABC Printing, 875 Foxon Rd. (Rt. 80), East Haven. Reservations. 203-467-4305, This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .
The Connecticut Alliance for Business Opportunities, a gay/lesbian/bisexual/transgendered business networking group, holds its monthly Business OUTReach. 6 p.m. March 16 at Holiday Inn, 201 Washington Ave., North Haven. Visit thecabo.org.
The Greater New Haven Chamber of Commerce holds its second annual March Madness After Hours. 5:30-7:30 p.m. March 18 at Black Bear Saloon, 124 Temple St., New Haven. $10 members, $20 non-members. Registration. 203-782-4342, gnhcc.com.
The East Haven Chamber of Commerce holds a Women In Business Luncheon. March's topic: "How To Write a Press Release." Shore Publishing will present tips on how to get your company's information into the media. 12:30-1:30 p.m. March 17 at the Village at Mariners Point, 111 South Shore Dr., East Haven. $10 members, $15 non-members. Reservations. 203-467-4305, This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .
Meriden Chamber of Commerce holds Business After Hours. 5-7 p.m. March 23 at TD Bank, 30 E. Main St., Meriden. 203-235-7901, meridenchamber.com.
The Clinton Chamber of Commerce hosts Business After Hours. 5:30-7:30 p.m. March 24 at Harbour Seal Restaurant, 110 Boston Post Rd., Westbrook. $7-$10. 860-669-3889.
The Quinnipiac Chamber of Commerce holds a Talk with Mark T. Gould, a Superior Court judge who will share his past experiences. 8-9:30 a.m. March 31 at Chamber Conference Room, 100 S. Turnpike Rd., Wallingford. Reservations. 203-269-9891, quinncham.com.
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Finance
Connecticut Computer Assistants presents a two-day workshop on Access Level One. 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. March 22-23 at CCA, 1 Long Wharf Dr., Ste. 211, New Haven. $500. 203-624-0305, consultcca.com.
Health Care
The Greater Valley Chamber of Commerce holds an OSHA Seminar for Healthcare Facilities. Leona May, compliance assistance specialist with the federal Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA), will discuss bloodborne pathogen exposures as it relates to general workplace safety at health-care facilities. 8:30-11:30 a.m. March 3 at GVCC, 900 Bridgeport Ave., Shelton. Members free, $10 others. Registration. 203-925-4981.
Waterbury Regional Chamber of Commerce offers a program on the Healthcare System of the Future. 7:45-9:30 a.m. March 17 at Courtyard by Marriott, 63 Grand St., Waterbury. $20 members, $35 non-members. Registration. 203-757-0701.
Information Technology
Connecticut Computer Assistants offers an InDesign course. 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. March 11 at CCA, 1 Long Wharf Dr., Ste. 211, New Haven. $260. 203-624-0305, consultcca.com.
Connecticut Computer Assistants holds a Photoshop for Web Design course. 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. March 15 at CCA, 1 Long Wharf Dr., Ste. 211, New Haven. $260. 203-624-0305, consultcca.com.
Connecticut Computer Assistants holds an Outlook Tasks and Calendars course. 8:30 a.m.-noon March 17 at CCA, 1 Long Wharf Dr., Ste. 211, New Haven. $130. 203-624-0305, consultcca.com.
Connecticut Computer Assistants presents Excel Charting and Graphing. 1-4:30 p.m. March 17 at CCA, 1 Long Wharf Dr., Ste. 211, New Haven. $130. 203-624-0305, consultcca.com.
Monroe Business Associates offers a tutorial on Facebook. 5:30-8 p.m. March 25 at MBA, 35 Corporate Dr., Ste. 1035, Trumbull. $45. 203-452-8390, monroebusiness.com.
Legal
The New Haven County Bar Association's Court Relations Committee holds Lunch with a Judge. This informal luncheon features Terence A. Zemetis of the Civil Division of the New Haven Superior Court. 12:45-2 p.m. March 10 at the Graduate Club, 155 Elm St., New Haven. $15 NHYL Section members, $22 NHCBA members, $32 non-members. Reservations. 203-562-9652, newhavenbar.org.
The New Haven County Bar Association offers a CLE course: Criminal Mock Hearing. Mock trial mirrors an actual violation-of-probation hearing from beginning to end, with actual testimony and exhibited evidence. 4-6 p.m. March 10 at the Superior Court, 235 Church St., New Haven. $15 NHCBA law students, $55 members, $85 non-members. Reservations. 203-562-9652, newhavenbar.org.
The New Haven County Bar Association holds an Update to Connecticut Unemployment Compensation. Learn how the unemployment compensation system works, who is eligible and how Connecticut's unemployment program is responding to the current recession. Susan Nofi-Bendici, deputy director of New Haven Legal Association, will present. 4-6 p.m. March 16 at the Superior Court, 235 Church St., New Haven. $15 NHCBA law students, $55 members, $85 non-members. Reservations. 203-562-9652, newhavenbar.org.
Manufacturing
The Manufacturers Association of New Haven County presents Marketing New Haven Area Manufacturing with Michelle Whelley of the New Haven Economic Development Corp. Noon-1:30 p.m. March 11 at the Graduate Club, 155 Elm St., New Haven. $25 members, $30 guests. 203-387-5121, newhavenmanufacturers.com.
The Manufacturers Association of New Haven County holds a Plant Tour: Fuel Cell Energy. Tour is limited to 20 with members having first priority. 10 a.m.-noon March 25 at Fuel Cell Energy, 539 Technology Park Dr., Torrington. 203-387-5121, newhavenmanufacturers.com.
Marketing
The New Haven chapter of the Service Corps of Retired Executives (SCORE) presents Smart Marketing to Generate Results. Attendees will learn low, cost-effective marketing techniques. 6:45-9 p.m. March 17 at Gateway Community College, Room 207B, 60 Sargent Ave., New Haven. Free. 203-865-7645, newhavenscore.com.
Response Marketing holds a Power Up Your Marketing workshop. Learn the "new rules" of marketing and how they can grow your business. Topics include strategic marketing plans, branding, traditional advertising, digital/new media and five marketing success principles. 5-7 p.m. March 30 at Wachovia Bank, 43 E. Main St., Meriden. Free. Registration. 203-776-2400, thepowertoprovoke.com.
Small Business
The New Haven chapter of SCORE holds a Pre-Business Workshop. Attendees will learn essential business information on how to write a business plan, insurance needs of a business, financing/bookkeeping, Connecticut tax information and marketing tips. 8:15 a.m.-12:45 p.m. March 10 at Gateway Community College, Room 106, 60 Sargent Ave., New Haven. Free. 203-865-7645, newhavenscore.com.
Women's Groups
The Entrepreneurial Woman's Network holds a Meet and Mingle for New Members. 6-8:45 p.m. March 3 at Burr Homestead, 739 Old Post Rd., Fairfield. Free. Reservations. 203-222-3404, ewn-ct.org.
Women's Business Development Center holds Walk-In Days. Learn how WBDC programs and services can help anyone with business and professional development needs. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. March 8 at the Greater New Haven Chamber of Commerce, 900 Chapel St., New Haven. Free. ctwbdc.org.
The Meriden Chamber of Commerce's Worth For Women program offers a seminar, Take Charge of Your Financial Future. Program is designed to empower women with the necessary tools to visualize their financial future and plan for what's next. 5-7:30 p.m. March 18 at Seasons at the Tradition Golf Club, 37 Harrison Rd., Wallingford. Free. Registration. 203-235-7901.
The Entrepreneurial Woman's Network presents I Don't Know What I Want But I Know It's Not This with Julie Jansen, author of the book by the same title. Jansen will discuss how to transform what you do for a living into a more satisfying career and show attendees how to positively change a career in crisis. Noon-2 p.m. March 16 at Norwalk Inn & Conference Center, 99 East Ave., Norwalk. $35 members, $50 non-members. Reservations. 203-222-3404, ewn-ct.org.
CUTLINEAuthor Julie Jansen discusses transforming boring jobs into fulfilling careers at the March 16 EWN meeting in Norwalk.
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The Home Builders Association of New Haven County holds its membership dinner. The night's topic is "Green Building." 6 p.m. March 18 at Eli's on Whitney, 2392 Whitney Ave., Hamden. $35. Reservations. 877-414-2537, This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .
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The Southport chapter of Business Network International meets Mondays. Noon March 1, 8, 15, 22 at Southport Brewing Co., 2600 Post Rd., Southport. Free. 203-259-7900.
The Women's Business Connection meets Mondays. Information on how to run, manage and grow your business effectively. 8:45-10 a.m. March 1, 8, 15, 22 at Panera Bread, 2100 Dixwell Ave., Hamden. Free. admoreyes.com.
The Fairfield chapter of Business Network International meets Tuesdays. 7_a.m. March 2, 9, 16, 23 at First Congregational Church, 148 Beach Rd.,_Fairfield. Free. 203-259-8396.
The Hamden chapter of Business Network International meets Tuesdays. 7:30-9_a.m. March 2, 9, 16, 23 at Larson Pl., 1450 Whitney Ave., Hamden. Free._203-848-6950.
The Milford Chamber of Commerce's Tuesday Morning Leads Group meets Tuesdays. 8:30 a.m. March 2, 9, 16, 23 at the Milford Chamber of Commerce, 5 Broad St., Milford. Free. 203-878-0681.
The Shoreline chapter of Business Network International meets Tuesdays. 7:15-8:30 a.m. March 2, 9, 16, 23 at First Church of Christ, 366 Main St., Old Saybrook. Free. 203-245-0332, bnict.com/chapters/c-shoreline.html.
The Waterbury chapter of Business Network International meets Tuesdays. 7-8:30 a.m. March 2, 9, 16, 23 at Hometown Buffet, 315 Union St., Waterbury. Free. 203-264-6000, waterburybni.com.
Business Network International's Rainmakers of Cheshire meets Wednesdays._7-8:30 a.m. March 3, 10, 17, 24 at Hamden Healthcare Center, 1270 Sherman_La., Hamden. Free. 860-676-3197.
Trumbull's Own Chamber of Commerce's Bottom-Line Business Club meets Wednesdays. 7:30-8:30 a.m. March 3, 10, 17, 24 at the Helen Plumb Building, 571 Church Hill Rd., Trumbull. Members free (annual dues $50)._Reservations. 203-459-1141.
The Stratford chapter of Business Network International meets each Wednesday. 7:30-8:45 a.m. March 3, 10, 17, 24 at Priority Mortgage, 2505_Main St., No. 212, Stratford. 203-243-6539, stratfordbni.com.
The Milford Chamber of Commerce's Wednesday Morning Leads Group meets. 8:30 a.m. March 3, 10, 17, 24 at the Milford Chamber of Commerce, 5 Broad St.,_Milford. Free. 203-878-0681.
The Greater New Haven Business & Professional Association, an association of predominantly African-American business people, holds networking sessions Wednesdays. 11 a.m.-noon March 3, 10, 17, 24 at 192 Dixwell Ave., New Haven. Free. 203-562-2193.
The Quinnipiac Chamber of Commerce's QNet 2 Leads Group meets the first and third Wednesdays. 7:30-8:30 a.m. March 3, 17 at 100 South Turnpike Rd.,_Wallingford. Free. 203-234-0332 or 203-269-9891, quinncham.com.
The Cheshire chapter of Toastmasters meets first and third Wednesdays. 7:15_p.m. March 3, 17 at the Cheshire Public Library, 104 Main St., Cheshire.
The Greater Valley Chamber of Commerce's (GVCC) Valley Business Network meets first and third Wednesdays. 8:15-9:15 a.m. March 3, 17 at GVCC, 900_Bridgeport Ave., Shelton. Free. 203-925-4981, This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .
The Shoreline Business League networking group meets Thursday mornings. 7_a.m. March 4, 11, 18, 25 at the Gables, 201 Granite Rd., Guilford. Free. 203-605-2449.
The North Haven chapter of Business Network International meets Thursdays. 7_a.m. March 4, 11, 18, 25 at St. John's Church, 3 Trumbull St., North Haven. Free. 203-288-2990, ext. 112.
The Fairfield chapter of Business Network International meets Thursdays. 7 a.m. March 4, 11, 18, 25 at the First Congregational Church,_148 Beach Rd., Fairfield. Free. 203-259-8396.
The Greater Valley Chamber of Commerce's Alliance Lead Group meets first and third Thursdays. 8-9 a.m. March 4, 18 at GVCC, 900 Bridgeport Ave, Shelton. 203-925-4981, This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .
The Greater Valley Chamber of Commerce's Business-Builders Networking Group meets the first and third Thursdays each month. 8-9 a.m. March 4, 18 at_GVCC, 900 Bridgeport Ave., Shelton. 203-925-4981, This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .
The Urban Professional Network meets Fridays. 6 p.m. March 5, 12, 19, 26 at Hula Hank's, 216 Crown St., New Haven. Free. 203-996-0131, ctupn.com.
Milford Chamber of Commerce's Friday Lunchtime Leads Group meets. Noon March 5, 12, 19, 26 at Milford Chamber of Commerce, 5 Broad St.,_Milford. Free. 203-878-0681, This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .
The Milford chapter of Business Network International meets Fridays. 7-8:30_a.m. March 5, 12, 19, 26 at Milford Financial Center, 50 Cherry_St., Milford. Free. 203-214-6336, greatermilfordbni.com.
The West Haven Chamber of Commerce's Leads Group Plus meets the second Wednesday and fourth Thursday of the month. 8:30 a.m. March 10, 25 at 334_Main St., West Haven. 203-933-1500.
The Bridgeport Regional Business Council's (BRBC) Leads Group meets alternate Wednesdays. 8 a.m. March 10, 17 at BRBC, 10 Middle St.,_Bridgeport. 203-335-3800.
The Greater Valley Chamber of Commerce's (GVCC) Seeds-to-Leads Group meets the second and fourth Wednesdays. 7:45-9:15 a.m. March 10, 24 at the GVCC, 900 Bridgeport Ave., Shelton. Free. 203-925-4981, This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .
The West Haven Chamber of Commerce Leads II Group meets the second and fourth Wednesdays. Noon March 10, 24 at 334 Main St., West Haven._203-933-1500.
The Quinnipiac Chamber of Commerce's (QCC) QNet 1 Leads Group meets second and fourth Wednesdays. 7:30-8:30 a.m. March 10, 24 at QCC 100 South Turnpike Rd., Wallingford. Free. 203-234-0332, 203-269-9891.
Middlesex County Toastmasters meets second and fourth Thursdays. 7 p.m. March 11, 25 at Middlesex Community College, 100 Training Hill Rd., Middletown. 860-526-8187.
The Hamden Chamber of Commerce's Hamden Leads Group meets second and fourth Tuesdays. 8:15 a.m. March 11, 25 at 2969 Whitney Ave., Hamden. Free. 203-288-6431.
The Valley Chamber of Commerce's Women in Networking Leads Group meets second and fourth Tuesdays. 9-10 a.m. March 9, 23 at Greater Valley Chamber of Commerce, 900 Bridgeport Ave., Shelton. Free. 203-925-4981.
The Advertising Club of Connecticut holds a free networking event, "Thirsty Thursdays." 5:30 p.m. March 18 at Pazzo Caf?, 377 Cromwell Ave., Rocky Hill. adclubct.org.
The Human Resources Association of Greater New Haven and the Schegg Group of Shelton created a networking group for human resource professionals, In Transition, that meets third Thursdays. Noon-1:30_p.m. March 18 at the Schegg Group, 4 Armstrong Rd., Shelton. Free. Reservations. 203-225-0500.
Connecticut Business Connections meets the third Friday. 7:30-8:30 a.m. March 19 at the Connecticut Culinary Institute, 230 Farmington Ave.,_Farmington. 860-677-7869, ctphonebook.com.
The West Haven Chamber's Women in Business meets the fourth Monday of each month. 11:45 a.m. March 22 at American Steakhouse, 3354 Sawmill Rd., West Haven. 203-933-1500.
Editor's note: Fraternal meeting listings can be found on our Web site_(ctcalendar.com) along with additional events taking place statewide.
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