Due to the impending storm, East Brunswick Public Library will close at 4:00 PM.
GivingTuesday is a global day of generosity that will take place on November 28, 2023. It was created in 2012 as a day to encourage thanking, giving, sharing, and collaborating. Individuals, nonprofits and businesses can all participate in #GvingTuesday and celebrate its values all year long. Do some good on Tuesday and start planning ahead for 2023!
Here are some ways small businesses can be a part of this global day of generosity:
Saturday, November 27, 2021 is Small Business Saturday – a day to celebrate and support small businesses and all they do for their communities. This year, we know that small businesses need our support now more than ever as they navigate, retool and pivot from the effects of the coronavirus pandemic. Please join SBA and organizations across the country in supporting your local small businesses by shopping at a small business.
The first provision of New Jersey’s commitment to reduce plastics pollution statewide will take effect on Thursday, November 4 when food-service businesses may provide single-use plastic straws to a customer only upon request. Food-service businesses includes all restaurants, convenience stores and fast-food businesses. Consumers will still be able to purchase packages of straws and beverages prepackaged with a straw, such as juice boxes, after November 4.
New rules creating a cottage food operator (home baker) permit became effective as of October 4, 2021.
The 5th Annual Middlesex County Business Summit returns virtually on Thursday, October 21 from 8:30-10:30am.
SCORE is committed to helping all entrepreneurs succeed.
Hispanic-owned small businesses have grown 34% and contributed $500B to the U.S. economy over the last 10 years -- and show no signs of slowing down. Despite growth and accelerating impact, Hispanic business owners face very real challenges. SCORE can help you meet those challenges with free mentoring, workshops and resources.
Statewide Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of New Jersey
Relief is available from FEMA, NJEDA and SBA for businesses impacted by Hurricane Ida.
FEMA representatives will meet with residents and business owners seeking information and assistance from damages associated with the remnants of Hurricane IDA. On Friday, September 24, 2021, FEMA will see residents between 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. at the Community Arts Center, 721 Cranbury Road, East Brunswick NJ.
Jump start your career with a Google Career Certificate. Prepare for entry-level positions in data analytics, project management, user experience design and IT support. No college degree or relevant experience required. Long Branch (NJ) Public LIbrary is offering a limited number of scholarships, and guidance to scholarship recipients. Questions? Contact Kate Angelo: kangelo@longbranchlib.org
The U.S. Small Business Administration has announced its 2021 National Small Business Week Virtual Summit for September 13-15, 2021. This year’s events will spotlight the resilience of America’s entrepreneurs and the renewal of the small business economy as they build back better from the economic crisis brought on by a once-in-a-lifetime pandemic. The virtual summit will honor the nation’s 30 million small businesses for their perseverance, ingenuity, triumphs, and creativity.
Advance your career or prepare for a new one with continuing education classes at Middlesex College.
Find out more here