ON THIS DAY in 1989, Soviet President Mikhail Gorbachev and US President George H.W. Bush declare the Cold War to be over.
Veterans with a dream of starting their own business are invited to attend a workshop to help make your business dream a reality.
This workshop is designed to equip you with the tools and knowledge to turn your vision into reality, whether you're just starting to explore business ownership or ready to take the next step. Boots to Business, an SBA program, provides an overview of entrepreneurship and business fundamentals for veterans, service members, and spouses. Reboot offers the same training to veterans of all eras and those who have transitioned out of service.
Event Details
1)Two locations to choose from:
Thursday, Dec. 4 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Carbondale VA Outpatient Clinic (Old Office Depot Building)
1130 East Walnut St., Suite 100
2)Friday, Dec. 5
9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Veterans Resource Center
1406 Atchison Road
Marion, IL
(Near Marion Kroger)
During the workshop, you'll learn fundamental aspects of:
• starting a business
• developing a business plan
• evaluating market potential
• understanding legal and financial foundations
• various funding options for veterans
• and more!
Lunch will be provided. Registration is required. Seating is limited.
Register: https://forms.office.com/r/DKyGS8rzqf
or: econpower@siu.edu
Alternative Gift Fair–Dec. 7 2:30-5:00 at The Carbondale Civic Center.
The 20th Annual Southern Illinois Alternative Gift Fair allows generosity-minded holiday shoppers. This Alternative Gift Fair is a great place to find holiday gifts that support organizations serving our community such as Friends of Giant City, Women for Change, Center for Survivor Empowerment, Green Earth and over 30 other nonprofits. There is no admission charge for the event and live music, and refreshments add to the festivities at this beloved annual event.
Dec. 11-12, 8 a.m.-Noon – AARP Defensive Driving Course for drivers age 50 and older at SIC’s Stanley Center in Carmi. Advanced registration is required. Call 618-382-8869.
