THE PLANNER

Many South Florida business resources such as chambers of commerce, networking groups and professional organizations continue to host virtual presentations, conferences, and workshops online. Some organizations are also meeting on site. Call in advance to confirm location of the event and physical distancing rules that may apply.

This Week Jan. 11

Essential Job Search Tips, 9-10 a.m. Presented by CareerSource Broward, you will learn ways to help organize a successful job search. CareerSource Broward, Online, Fort Lauderdale. 954-6775555. careersourcebroward.com/career-seekers/onlineworkshops. Free.

Current Events with Joel Ivers, 10-11:30 a.m. Read the papers & watch the news and be ready for a lively discussion of the week’s events. ZOOM. 561-8830999. iliretirement.org. Free.

Jan. 12

Pathways Workshop, 9-10 a.m. Presented by CareerSource Broward, Online. 954-677-5555. careersourcebroward.com/career-seekers/onlineworkshops. Free.

PPN: Resume Writing Tips & Samples, 10-11:30 a.m. Presented by CareerSource Broward, this workshop is designed specifically for the professional in career transition. CareerSource Broward, Online, Fort Lauderdale. 954-6775555. careersourcebroward.com/career-seekers/onlineworkshops. Free.

CREW Miami Presents: 2021 Economic Update, 11 a.m.-noon. Join us for our Economic Outlook luncheon with national economist Hugh Kelly. ZOOM, zoom.us, Miami. 305-938-0775. crewmiami. org/events/special-events/202101-12-economic-outlook. Free.

Auto Glass Week Preview Day, 1—5 p.m., connecting the automotive glass repair and replacement industry, the event leads up to the Auto Glass Week conference that will be held in June. Educational sessions, panel discussions and virtual trade show, networking and virtual booths. Visit autoglassweek. com and click on Preview Day.

Jan. 13

Wednesday Morning Meetings, 8:30-9:30 a.m. This is an online meeting via Zoom to allow real and open discussions between business owners seeking ideas and directions. Hosted by the Florida Women’s Business Center. 561-265-3790, ext. 114. flwbc.org/ business-events. Free

Katzman Chandler Virtual Condominium and HOA Board Certification Course, noon-2 p.m. Learn the best practices associated with vendor negotiations, financial reporting and budget preparation, collection issues, meeting notices and Virtual Via Zoom, Virtual Via Zoom, Fort Lauderdale. 954-486-7774. katzmanchandler.com/events/board-certification-1-13-2021. Free.

Tribal Governments—Broken Promises: a History of Federal Failure, 1-2:30 p.m. Robert Saunooke, Citizen of the Eastern Band-Cherokee Indians, Adjunct Professor at Emory University, will talk about Native Americans & social ZOOM, 21346 St. Andrews Blvd., Boca Raton. 561-883-0999. iliretirement.org. Free.

Women’s National Book Association, 6:30 p.m., hosted by the South Florida chapter, will host a free Zoom event, “Reflections of South Florida: a panel discussion on local publications.” Writer Ronni Sandroff will ask the the panelists how they focus their creativity on their own neighborhoods. Participants: Mary Kate Leming, editor and co-founder of the monthly newspapers, The Coastal Star and Palm Beach ArtsPaper; Sharon Geltner, author of

Charity Bashed, and Susan Rosser, creative director and co-owner of three magazines: Pompano!, Lighthouse Point and Deerfield Beach. Register: southflorida@wnbabooks.org

Jan. 14

Overview of SBA Programs & Services, 9-10:30 a.m. hosted by the Florida Women’s Business Center. General info: SBA programs and services: HUBZone, 8(a) Business Dev., Gov’t Contracting, Women-Owned Small Business. Zoom. 561-265-3790, ext. 114. flwbc.org/business-events. Free.

Film Club, 1-2:30 p.m. Film Club will focus on aspects of film writing, acting, directing and editing .ZOOM. 561-883-0999. img1. wsimg.com/blobby/go/7c0bf1278c79-4fee-80ea-872fb2f66da9/ downloads/Winter%20Schedule%20on%20ZOOM%202021. pdf?ver=1609196608857. Free.

Condominium and HOA Board Certification Class, 5:30-8 p.m., presented by Eisinger Law. us02web.zoom. us/webinar/register/WN_fDlXHzYxR06o5boQhDWISg ?fbclid=IwAR0MwXGY0- QejergnFNAfFPE2X1lF-1la5o8_ hO7K-57PER2YW4Zt8TlmnY. Free. 954-894-8000.

Jan. 15

Building Your Professional LinkedIn Profile, 1-2:30 p.m. Presented by CareerSource Broward, online. 954-677-5555. c a re e r s o u rc e b rowa rd .c o m/ career-seekers/onlineworkshops. Free.

2021 Virtual Frontiers in Science Lecture Series, 4-5 p.m. Understanding the Big Bang, presented by Florida Atlantic University. Virtual. 561-297-3254. science.fau.edu/frontiers/. Free.

Jan. 16

Racial Just Us Coaching for Community, 1-2:30 p.m., Black allies break down anti-racism change into easy actionable steps to eliminate racist policy. Zoom. 401-349-1338. racialjustus.com/programs. $199.

Looking ahead Jan. 27

Post-Election Wrap-Up, noon, hosted by Florida Atlantic University. Guest Speaker: Kevin Wagner, Ph.D., Chair of the Department of Political Science at Florida Atlantic University. us02web.zoom. us/webinar/register/WN_4XbVu4HZTouAtpoqZylPLA

Feb. 4

Trial School’s The Top Shelf, A Legal Literary Book Club, for attorneys, 6 p.m. on Zoom, hosted by Fort Lauderdale trial attorney John Uustal of Kelley | Uustal. The book club takes amazing books that are fun to read, and uses them to identify the factors that influence key trial moments. To register, email bookclub@kulaw.com

Feb. 19

COVID, Cities, and Climate: How the Next Technologies are Happening, 7 p.m., presented by Florida Atlantic University. Virtual. 561-297-3254. science.fau. edu/frontiers/. Free.

Upcoming deadlines Jan. 3-25, 2021

Nonprofit program and initiative funding requests, New for the 2022 fiscal year, the city of Fort Lauderdale will accept applications for its nonprofit program and initiative funding requests in January 2021, in time for a comprehensive review of all requests for the 2022 fiscal year, which runs from Oct. 1, 2021 to Sept 30, 2022. For more information, visit fortlauderdale.gov/departments/city-manager-s-office/ budgetcip-and-grants-division/nonprofit-process

Jan. 22

Apply for an arts grant. Funding Arts Broward (FAB), a nonprofit volunteer-based arts organization committed to preserving and cultivating the arts in Broward County, has opened its grant applications for 2022 funding. Local nonprofit arts and organizations can apply online for one of three tiered program-specific category grants awarding up to $15,000 at fundingartsbroward.org/grants.

Upcoming conferences Feb. 4-5

Masters of Pediatric Dermatology and Two-Part 19th annual South Beach Symposium, SBS Part I: The Medical Dermatology Summit will deliver the latest clinical strategies and industry insights directly to practitioners across the country. Topics will include the impact of COVID-19 on the dermatology industry, cutaneous oncology, hair restoration, and much more. Utilizing live-streamed sessions, on-demand content, faculty Q&A, live engagement, interpersonal networking and more. SBS Part II: The Aesthetic Dermatology Summit will be held in-person the Fall of 2021, in Miami Beach. Visit livderm.org and/or contact the LiVDerm Educational Team at 561-893-8625.

March 19, 2021

2020 Community Inclusion Awards, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Celebration of people with special needs and those who provide services and support networks to enrich their lives. Boca West Country Club, 20583 Boca West Drive, Boca Raton. 561-620-9377. unicornchil-drensfoundation.org/2020cia.html. 50-$125.

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