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SUMMARY:Identifying Frauds & Scams
DESCRIPTION:Identifying Frauds & Scams – Postponed – Stay tuned for new date/time!\nDate: January 15th\nTime: 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM\nLocation: MaineStreet Business Building\, 19 Main Street\, Machias\nDetails: Learn about the different types of internet fraud and scams\, the dos and don’ts of protecting yourself online\, and what to do if you have experienced online fraud or abuse.\nRequirements: All participants must be enrolled with NDEC and registered for the class.\nMore Information & Enrollment/Registration: Register here or contact Dodie at demerson@sunrisecounty.org or 207-217-2132 for assistance.
URL:https://sunrisecounty.org/event/identifying-frauds-scams/
LOCATION:MaineStreet Business Building\, 19 Main St.\, Machias\, ME\, 04619\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business & Entrepreneurship Resources,For Municipalities,For Non-Profits,Online Webinars,Small Business Resources,Tech Assistance
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SUMMARY:Facebook Pages for Business
DESCRIPTION:Facebook Pages for Business\nDate: February 11th & 18th\nTime: 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM\nLocation: MaineStreet Business Building\, 19 Main Street\, Machias\nDetails: This two-session class teaches participants how to create their first Facebook Page for a business\, nonprofit\, or cause. We also go over inviting friends to like your page\, producing content\, and page management to have a successful page on Facebook. Participants must have a device connected to the internet and a Facebook account for this class.\nMore Information & Enrollment/Registration: Register here or contact Dodie at demerson@sunrisecounty.org or 207-217-2132 for assistance.
URL:https://sunrisecounty.org/event/facebook-pages-for-business/
LOCATION:MaineStreet Business Building\, 19 Main St.\, Machias\, ME\, 04619\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational Resources,For Municipalities,For Non-Profits,Online Webinars,Small Business Resources,Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250218T133000
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SUMMARY:Facebook Pages for Business
DESCRIPTION:Facebook Pages for Business\nDate: February 11th & 18th\nTime: 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM\nLocation: MaineStreet Business Building\, 19 Main Street\, Machias\nDetails: This two-session class teaches participants how to create their first Facebook Page for a business\, nonprofit\, or cause. We also go over inviting friends to like your page\, producing content\, and page management to have a successful page on Facebook. Participants must have a device connected to the internet and a Facebook account for this class.\nMore Information & Enrollment/Registration: Register here or contact Dodie at demerson@sunrisecounty.org or 207-217-2132 for assistance.
URL:https://sunrisecounty.org/event/facebook-pages-for-business-2/
LOCATION:MaineStreet Business Building\, 19 Main St.\, Machias\, ME\, 04619\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business & Entrepreneurship Resources,Educational Resources,For Non-Profits,Online Webinars,Small Business Resources,Tech Assistance,Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250228T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250228T143000
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SUMMARY:Our Tax Dollars and then Some: Federal Spending in Washington County
DESCRIPTION:Join a webinar hosted by Sunrise Council Economic Council and presented by Charles Rudelitch\, SCEC’s Executive Director\, that will explore federal spending trends in Washington County\, Maine over the past few years and dig into the details of the programs and tax credits that have the greatest impact on our economy. The goal of this webinar is to provide context for local decision makers in a period of rapid change. \nPlease register here to attend the webinar and/or receive access to the webinar recording in a follow-up email. \nRegistration link: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/hmdqvfe
URL:https://sunrisecounty.org/event/our-tax-dollars-and-then-some-federal-spending-in-washington-county/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Online Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250603T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250603T140000
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CREATED:20250521T144239Z
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SUMMARY:Lunch & Learn with Rich Brooks: LinkedIn for the Savvy Executive
DESCRIPTION:Are you on LinkedIn but feel like you’re not using it as effectively as you could? \nJoin us for a Virtual Lunch & Learn with Rich Brooks:\nLinkedIn for the Savvy Executive to Recruit & Build Trust\nRegister Here! \n📅 A 2-Part Series: June 3 & 4\, 2025\n⏰ 1:00-2:00 PM\n📍 Online via Zoom\nThere is no cost to participate! \nYou’ll discover:\nHow to optimize your profile\nHow to reach more people in the newsfeed\nHow to prospect and connect with your network\nHow to improve your company page\nHow to get a lot accomplished in very little time \nWe’ll also have time to look at your company page or your profile if you’d like some expert feedback and recommendations! \nAbout The Instructor: \nRich Brooks is the founder and president of flyte new media\, a digital agency in Portland\, Maine\, that’s been in business for over 28 years. He is a nationally recognized speaker on entrepreneurship\, digital marketing\, and social media. \nHe appears regularly as the “tech guru” on the evening news show\, 207\, which airs on the NBC affiliates in Maine. He has also appeared in Inc. Magazine\, The Huffington Post\, Fast Company\, CNN\, the Social Media Examiner\, and many other news sources for stories on digital marketing. \nTake advantage of this exciting opportunity! Register Here! \nSponsored by Northern Maine Development Commission
URL:https://sunrisecounty.org/event/lunch-learn-with-rich-brooks-linkedin-for-the-savvy-executive/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Online Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250604T130000
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SUMMARY:Lunch & Learn with Rich Brooks: LinkedIn for the Savvy Executive
DESCRIPTION:Are you on LinkedIn but feel like you’re not using it as effectively as you could? \nJoin us for a Virtual Lunch & Learn with Rich Brooks:\nLinkedIn for the Savvy Executive to Recruit & Build Trust\nRegister Here! \n📅 A 2-Part Series: June 3 & 4\, 2025\n⏰ 1:00-2:00 PM\n📍 Online via Zoom\nThere is no cost to participate! \nYou’ll discover:\nHow to optimize your profile\nHow to reach more people in the newsfeed\nHow to prospect and connect with your network\nHow to improve your company page\nHow to get a lot accomplished in very little time \nWe’ll also have time to look at your company page or your profile if you’d like some expert feedback and recommendations! \nAbout The Instructor: \nRich Brooks is the founder and president of flyte new media\, a digital agency in Portland\, Maine\, that’s been in business for over 28 years. He is a nationally recognized speaker on entrepreneurship\, digital marketing\, and social media. \nHe appears regularly as the “tech guru” on the evening news show\, 207\, which airs on the NBC affiliates in Maine. He has also appeared in Inc. Magazine\, The Huffington Post\, Fast Company\, CNN\, the Social Media Examiner\, and many other news sources for stories on digital marketing. \nTake advantage of this exciting opportunity! Register Here! \nSponsored by Northern Maine Development Commission
URL:https://sunrisecounty.org/event/lunch-learn-with-rich-brooks-linkedin-for-the-savvy-executive-2/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Online Webinars
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250626
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250627
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SUMMARY:Driving Connections with Maine Connectivity Authority
DESCRIPTION:MCA’s President Andrew Butcher is getting on the road in his 1984 VW van “Buttercup” to celebrate and learn what has been working well and what we should consider as we look to the future of connectivity in Maine. \nRegistration is not required for events in Danforth and Eastport. Register for the Zoom session here.  \nLearn more at Driving Connections at maineconnectivity.org/driving-connex
URL:https://sunrisecounty.org/event/driving-connections-with-maine-connectivity-authority/
LOCATION:Danforth\, Eastport\, and via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Community Conversations,For Municipalities,Listening Sessions,Online Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251219T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251219T130000
DTSTAMP:20260428T170917
CREATED:20251209T181308Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251209T181308Z
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SUMMARY:Cybersecurity Crash Course (via Zoom)
DESCRIPTION:🔒 Protect Yourself Online! 🔒 \nJoin us for a FREE Cybersecurity Crash Course with Elaine Abbott\, Regional Broadband Coordinator at SCEC. \nDetails:\n📅 Friday\, December 19\n🕐 12:00 – 1:00 PM\n💻 Via Zoom (register at bit.ly/scec-crash-course to receive the link) \nLearn essential skills to protect yourself from:\n✅ Phishing scams\n✅ Password vulnerabilities\n✅ Online fraud\n✅ And more! \nWhether you’re a digital novice or just want to brush up on your security knowledge\, this one-hour session is perfect for everyone. \n🔗 Register now: bit.ly/scec-crash-course \nThis free training is provided by Sunrise County Economic Council and funded by Maine Connectivity Authority. \n  \n 
URL:https://sunrisecounty.org/event/cybersecurity-crash-course-via-zoom/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Online Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260128T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260128T130000
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SUMMARY:Every Workplace Counts: Supporting Recovery Friendly Entrepreneurs and Small Businesses
DESCRIPTION:Whether you run a business of one\, a growing team\, or something in between\, your workplace matters—and you belong here. This 90-minute virtual session (and 30 minute Q&A) is designed for entrepreneurs\, self-employed professionals\, and small business owners who want practical tools\, real conversation\, and people-first approaches that fit the realities of small operations. \nTogether\, we’ll explore what it means to create a healthy\, supportive\, and recovery-friendly workplace at any size—how to take care of yourself\, your people\, and your business at the same time. \nBy the end of the session\, you’ll have the option to take the next step and become officially designated as a Recovery Friendly Workplace (RFW).
URL:https://sunrisecounty.org/event/every-workplace-counts-supporting-recovery-friendly-entrepreneurs-and-small-businesses/
CATEGORIES:Business & Entrepreneurship Resources,Online Webinars,Small Business Resources
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