Business Calendar
Investment Management Workshop (Elburn): A trust officer of the Old Second National Bank of Aurora will lead this free workshop from 10 to 11 a.m. at the Old Second Bank-Kane County, 749 N. Main St., Elburn. Asset allocation, portfolio diversification and market strategies discussed. Individual consultation available. Reservations required to (630) 844-8633.
Women in Business: This professional group within the Greater Aurora Chamber of Commerce will host a luncheon from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Stonebridge Country Club, 2705 Stonebridge Blvd. in Aurora. Cost is $25 for members, $35 for nonmembers. Topic is "Effective Self-Promotion for Women Professionals." For information or to attend, call the GACC at (630) 897-9214.
St. Charles Noon Kiwanis Club: The club meets weekly on Tuesdays at noon in Wiley Hall at the Baker Memorial United Methodist Church, East Main Street and 3rd Avenue in St. Charles. Their mission is to improve and enrich the quality of children's lives. For information, contact Diana Brown, 584-0076, Ext. 228.
Estate Planning, Living Trusts (Elburn): A trust officer of the Old Second National Bank of Aurora will lead this free Estate Planning Workshop from 2 to 3:30 p.m. at the Old Second Bank-Kane County, 749 N. Main St., Elburn. Learn how to avoid unnecessary taxes and legal expenses, and to control an estate, living trusts and wills. Individual consultation available. Reservations required, (630) 844-8633.
American Society for Quality: ASQ Fox Valley Section 1208 will hold their May dinner meeting at 5:30 p.m. for networking and registration, 6 p.m., program, at Courtyard Banquets in Warrenville. Paul Kuchuris will speak on " An Organizational Framework that Drives Excellence" and the role of the Lincoln Foundation. Cost is $25, including dinner, $26 with credit card on the Web site. Log on to www.asq-foxvalley.org for information or reservations. The public is invited to attend.
Batavia Chapter of BNI: Business Network International will meet from 7:30 to 9 a.m. at Panera Bread, 154 W. Wilson St. in Batavia. The business referral organization meets weekly. For information, call chapter president Elizabeth Fuchs at (630) 668-0993.
Estate Planning, Living Trusts (Yorkville): A trust officer of the Old Second National Bank in Aurora will lead this free Estate Planning Workshop from 2 to 3:30 p.m. at the Old Second Bank-Yorkville, 102 E. Van Emmon, Yorkville. Learn how to avoid unnecessary taxes and legal expenses, and to control an estate, living trusts and wills. Individual consultation available. Reservations required, (630) 844-8633.
Aurora Area Job Club: This group will meet from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Aurora Public Library, 1 E. Benton St. in Aurora. Open to those with career in transition, unhappy in current position, want to find opportunities by networking. To register, call (630) 466-2368. Organized by career specialists of Waubonsee Community College.
Employment/Interview Presentation: The University of Illinois Extension Kane County and the Aurora Public Library will present this program at 7 p.m. at the library, 1 E. Benton St. in downtown Aurora. "Looking Your Best for Work" will provide information on proper clothing choices, grooming, interview tips, positive body language and presentation skills. No cost to attend. Register by calling the Aurora library at (630) 264-4100.
Estate Planning, Living Trusts (Maple Park): A trust officer of the Old Second National Bank in Aurora will lead this free Estate Planning Workshop from 2 to 3:30 p.m. at the Old Second Bank-Kane County, 1100 S. County Line Road, Maple Park. Learn how to avoid unnecessary taxes and legal expenses, and to control an estate, living trusts and wills. Individual consultation available. Reservations required to (630) 844-8633.
Batavia Chamber "Meet and Greet:" The Batavia Chamber of Commerce is holding a "2nd Tuesday" night for prospective members at 5 p.m. at Bennigan's Grill & Tavern, 521 N. Randall Road in Batavia. Bring prospective member for chance to win 50 Chamber Dollars. Light snacks served. For information call the Chamber at (630) 879-7134.
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