WORKSHOPS

SCORE will host workshops on:

“Strategic Planning for Non-Profits,” Tuesday, Nov. 6, 5-6:30 p.m., The Public Library of New London, 63 Huntington St. Tom Gezo is the presenter.

“The Succinct Business Plan,” Tuesday, Nov. 13, 6–7:30 p.m., Groton Public Library, 52 Newtown Road. Presenter is Eric Munro.

For more information, contact Anne Driscoll at anne. driscoll@scorevolunteer.org. YPsocial networking event on Tuesday, Oct. 23, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Chapter One Food and Drink, 32 W. Main St., Mystic. Young professionals from throughout the region are invited to attend dressed in their Halloween best for a costume contest, prizes, prime networking time, and complimentary food and beverages. Admission is free for members of YPECT. Non-member/guest admission is $10. Learn more and RSVP at www.YPECT.com or call the Chamber of Commerce of Eastern CT at (860) 701-9113. and continuing until Sunday, Dec. 9, individuals can pick up a Holiday Shopping Trail passport at participating venues. Shoppers will accumulate stamps in their passports by visiting and making purchases. These stamps will enter participants into a special drawing for prizes. Businesses can be featured as participants on the trail at no cost and will receive a variety of promotional benefits related to the passport. Visit www. ChamberECT.com or call (860) 701-9113 for more information.

The Chamber of Commerce of Eastern CT’s Community Concierge program invites you to the Dark Manor Haunted House on Friday, Oct. 26, from 7-9 p.m. at 25 Main St., Baltic. After conquering this scary experience, calm your nerves over refreshments at Chili’s in Lisbon. This event is recommended for ages 13 and up and will be held rain or shine. Discounted admission is $19 per person. Advance payment is requested with registration at www.CommunityECT.com or call the Chamber of Commerce of Eastern CT at (860) 701-9113 to register.

The Chamber of Commerce of Eastern CT will host a Business Luncheon about Eastern CT’s Growing Workforce on Monday, Oct. 29, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Groton Inn & Suites, 99 Gold Star Highway. U.S. Rep. Joe Courtney and panelists John Beauregard, president and CEO of the Eastern CT Workforce Investment Board, and Courtney Murphy, director of workforce development for Electric Boat, will discuss eastern Connecticuts workforce development efforts, hiring projections, housing market availability and trends, and other ongoing programs to recruit and retain talented individuals in the region. Admission is $20 for employees who work for a business affiliated with the Chamber of Commerce of Eastern CT. Non-member admission is $25. RSVP in advance to avoid paying an additional $5 fee for walk-ins at www.ChamberECT.com/events or call 860-701-9113. events or call (860) 887-1647.

The Greater Norwich Area Chamber of Commerce will host the Grand Opening/Ribbon Cutting ceremony for Two Sisters Shipping & Business Center on Friday, Nov. 9, from 7:30–8:30 a.m. Two Sisters Shipping has expanded to a second location at 105 Bridge St., Groton. For more information, visit www.norwichchamber.com/events or call (860) 887-1647.

Jonathan Perkins Injury Lawyers has opened its fifth location in New London County, 164 Hempstead St., and will hold a grand opening celebration on Thursday, Nov. 1, from 5-7 p.m. For more information, visit www.800perkins. com or call 1-800-PERKINS. com or www.sportsfoundation.org.

Jewett City Savings Bank will donate $5, up to $1,000, to the Make-A-Wish Foundation of Connecticut for every submitted selfie taken at the new sunflower-themed mural at the bank’s drive-up ATM at its Main Office at 111 Main St., Griswold. The selfies must use the hashtag #SunflowersForWishes and be posted to Facebook or Instagram before Oct. 31. For more information, visit www.JCSBank.com/SunflowerSelfie.