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SUMMARY:Bath-Highland Network Authority Public Meeting
DESCRIPTION:On April 14th\, 2025\, at 1:00 pm\, the Bath-Highland Network Authority will hold a meeting at the Bolar Ruritan Club\, 38 Bolar Lane\, Monterey\, VA 24465. For more information about the meeting\, please contact Rachel Kinzer at 540-885-5174 or rachel@cspdc.org.
URL:https://cspdc.org/event/bath-highland-network-authority-public-meeting-2/
LOCATION:Bolar Ruritan Club\, 38 Bolar Lane\, Monterey\, VA 24465\, 38 Bolar Lane\, Monterey\, VA\, 24465\, United States
CATEGORIES:News
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241009T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241009T140000
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UID:8591-1728478800-1728482400@cspdc.org
SUMMARY:Bath-Highland Network Authority Public Meeting
DESCRIPTION:On October 9th\, 2024\, at 1:00 pm\, the Bath-Highland Network Authority will hold a meeting at the Bolar Ruritan Club\, 38 Bolar Lane\, Monterey\, VA 24465. For more information about the meeting\, please contact Rachel Kinzer at 540-885-5174 or rachel@cspdc.org. \nBHNA-Meeting-Public-Notice-2024-10-09 \nAgenda_2024-10-09 \n 
URL:https://cspdc.org/event/bath-highland-network-authority-public-meeting/
LOCATION:Bolar Ruritan Club\, 38 Bolar Lane\, Monterey\, VA 24465\, 38 Bolar Lane\, Monterey\, VA\, 24465\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210824T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210824T130000
DTSTAMP:20260614T011852
CREATED:20210706T181150Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210706T181150Z
UID:5536-1629806400-1629810000@cspdc.org
SUMMARY:Success Through E-Commerce | Digital Bootcamp Series
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://cspdc.org/event/success-through-e-commerce-digital-bootcamp-series/
LOCATION:Virtual\, VA
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210709T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210709T100000
DTSTAMP:20260614T011852
CREATED:20210706T180615Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210706T180615Z
UID:5534-1625821200-1625824800@cspdc.org
SUMMARY:Business Smarts – Strategic Planning Through and Beyond Uncertainty @ Virtual Event
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://cspdc.org/event/business-smarts-strategic-planning-through-and-beyond-uncertainty-virtual-event/
LOCATION:VA
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210708T123000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210708T130000
DTSTAMP:20260614T011852
CREATED:20210706T180300Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210706T180300Z
UID:5531-1625747400-1625749200@cspdc.org
SUMMARY:American Rescue Plan Funding for Arts Organizations in Rural America
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://cspdc.org/event/american-rescue-plan-funding-for-arts-organizations-in-rural-america/
LOCATION:Virtual\, VA
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210630T083000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210630T213000
DTSTAMP:20260614T011852
CREATED:20210607T222459Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210607T222459Z
UID:5463-1625041800-1625088600@cspdc.org
SUMMARY:A Guide for Retail Renewal | Retail Renewal and Recovery Series
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://cspdc.org/event/a-guide-for-retail-renewal-retail-renewal-and-recovery-series/
LOCATION:Virtual\, VA
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210617T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210617T160000
DTSTAMP:20260614T011852
CREATED:20210503T225111Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210503T225111Z
UID:5270-1623938400-1623945600@cspdc.org
SUMMARY:VATI How-to-Apply Webinar
DESCRIPTION:The Virginia Telecommunication Initiative (VATI) extends broadband service to currently unserved areas. VATI prepares communities to build\, utilize\, and capitalize on telecommunications infrastructure with the goal of creating strong\, competitive communities. To learn how to apply for a VATI grant\, attend the how-to-apply webinar on June 17th.
URL:https://cspdc.org/event/vati-how-to-apply-webinar/
LOCATION:VA
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210615T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210615T110000
DTSTAMP:20260614T011852
CREATED:20210510T203113Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210510T213937Z
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SUMMARY:Rural Attraction Roundtable: Broadband Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Tuesday\, June 15th at 10:00 AM for the CSPDC’s Broadband Workshop.\nThe Broadband Workshop will feature the following presenters providing applicable  information on Virginia’s broadband resources: \nKyle Rosner\, Deputy Broadband Advisor\, Office of the Secretary of Commerce and Trade: As Deputy Broadband Advisor\, Kyle serves as Virginia’s point of contact and integration for broadband issues\, efforts\, and initiatives to increase the availability and affordability of broadband throughout all regions of the Commonwealth. \nTamarah Holmes\, Director of the Office of Broadband\, Department of Housing and Community Development: As Director of the Office of Broadband\, Tamarah oversees the VATI grant program\, preparing communities to build\, utilize\, and capitalize on telecommunications infrastructure with the goal of creating strong\, competitive communities.
URL:https://cspdc.org/event/rural-attraction-roundtable-broadband-workshop/
LOCATION:Virtual\, VA
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210611T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210611T103000
DTSTAMP:20260614T011852
CREATED:20210607T222313Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210607T222641Z
UID:5461-1623402000-1623407400@cspdc.org
SUMMARY:Business Smarts – Recruitment and Retention in Challenging Times
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://cspdc.org/event/business-smarts-recruitment-and-retention-in-challenging-times-virtual-event/
LOCATION:Virtual\, VA
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210610T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210610T140000
DTSTAMP:20260614T011852
CREATED:20210513T232120Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210513T232137Z
UID:5317-1623330000-1623333600@cspdc.org
SUMMARY:Get Your Local Business on Google Search and Maps
DESCRIPTION:Want your business to be found online? Need to figure out how to manage your business on Google Search and Maps? This is the workshop for you.\nJoin us to learn about Google My Business\, a free tool for local businesses who want to connect with customers on Google Search and Maps.  We will highlight the importance of verifying and how to use Google My Business effectively.\nIn this session we’ll show you how to: \nCreate or claim your Business Profile on Google\nManage your business info across Google Search and Maps\nUse Google My Business to connect with  potential customers\nTips\, tricks and what’s new!\nHands-on demo of Google My Business \nREGISTER HERE \nAbout Presenter Randi F. Penfil\nRandi is a speaker for the Grow with Google partner program. She has more than 20  years  of experience helping small businesses  and nonprofits improve their digital marketing.\nAs a professional speaker and trainer\, Randi has educated thousands of small businesses and entrepreneurs. Before becoming a Google-supported trainer\, Randi educated and trained SMBs for Constant Contact as the Mid-Atlantic Regional Development Director. She brings enthusiasm and experience to every workshop and conversation about digital marketing. Her passion is helping small businesses take control of their digital footprint.\nThis series is hosted by Valley SBDC\, Shenandoah Valley Partnership\,  Shenandoah Valley Travel Association\,  Massanutten Regional Library \, and the Virginia SBDC Network system as well as Grow with Google.\nTickets: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/6641879676637747980.
URL:https://cspdc.org/event/get-your-local-business-on-google-search-and-maps/
LOCATION:Virtual\, VA
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210520T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210520T100000
DTSTAMP:20260614T011852
CREATED:20210419T214518Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210426T233100Z
UID:5254-1621501200-1621504800@cspdc.org
SUMMARY:Rural Attraction Roundtable: Remote Work Trends
DESCRIPTION:Join us on May 20th for a conversation on the future of remote work in our region – assessing the opportunity and discussing tactics to attract teleworkers. This roundtable is a platform for regional stakeholders to learn\, support\, and strategize local efforts to capitalize on the post-pandemic world. \nThe Rural Attraction Roundtable will feature: \nRemote Work Trends and Incentives: A presentation on the Virginia Economic Development Partnership’s Remote Work Survey. Presented by Lori Melancon\, VEDP Vice President of Marketing & Communications\, and David Devan\, VEDP Assistant Vice President of Economic Competitiveness. \nTelework!VA: An introduction to Telework!VA\, a state program provided for by DRPT. Robin Mack and the Telework!VA team will share their resources for implementing a telework program and the advantages of doing so. \nLocality Forum: An open discussion for sharing rural attraction efforts\, asking questions\, and expressing ideas. Facilitated by CSPDC Staff. \nEmail Grace Blanchard at grace@cspdc.org for registration information.
URL:https://cspdc.org/event/rural-attraction-roundtable-remote-work-trends/
LOCATION:Virtual\, VA
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210512T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210512T150000
DTSTAMP:20260614T011852
CREATED:20210409T211825Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210409T212125Z
UID:5216-1620828000-1620831600@cspdc.org
SUMMARY:Economic Recovery: Workforce Patterns
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://cspdc.org/event/economic-recovery-workforce-patterns/
LOCATION:Virtual\, VA
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210506T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210506T150000
DTSTAMP:20260614T011852
CREATED:20210409T211607Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210409T211607Z
UID:5212-1620309600-1620313200@cspdc.org
SUMMARY:COVID-19 HUB Demographic and Economic Resources
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://cspdc.org/event/covid-19-hub-demographic-and-economic-resources/
LOCATION:Virtual\, VA
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210421T113000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210421T131500
DTSTAMP:20260614T011852
CREATED:20210405T212142Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210405T212142Z
UID:5115-1619004600-1619010900@cspdc.org
SUMMARY:SVTC April Luncheon | The State of State and Local Broadband
DESCRIPTION:At the beginning of his term\, Governor Northam set the goal of universal broadband access across Virginia by 2028. Four years later\, Virginia has invested $124 million and connected 140\,000 locations. Kyle Rosner\, Deputy Broadband Advisor\, will provide an overview of the multi-pronged effort to achieve universal coverage\, including what’s been done and what remains. Several panelists from the S.V. will also share views from provider\, education\, government\, and user perspectives.
URL:https://cspdc.org/event/svtc-april-luncheon-the-state-of-state-and-local-broadband/
LOCATION:Virtual\, VA
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210415T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210415T170000
DTSTAMP:20260614T011852
CREATED:20210409T174738Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210409T174738Z
UID:5202-1618495200-1618506000@cspdc.org
SUMMARY:RuralRISE Tech Broadband Virtual Summit
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://cspdc.org/event/ruralrise-tech-broadband-virtual-summit/
LOCATION:Virtual\, VA
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210414T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210414T120000
DTSTAMP:20260614T011852
CREATED:20210301T225616Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210301T225616Z
UID:5042-1618398000-1618401600@cspdc.org
SUMMARY:DHCD Creating Community Vitality Series: Leadership + Network
DESCRIPTION:The “work from home” revolution is just getting started and causing people to reevaluate where they call home. As a result\, communities have the unique opportunity to better position themselves for success by ensuring that they have the amenities\, infrastructure and social offerings in place to retain and attract an increasingly mobile workforce. \nJoin DHCD for this monthly training series\, separated into three-parts\, focused on building your place’s identity\, supportive ecosystems and community in a format promoting monthly education\, inspiration and application.
URL:https://cspdc.org/event/dhcd-creating-community-vitality-series-leadership-network/
LOCATION:Virtual\, VA
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210312T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210312T103000
DTSTAMP:20260614T011852
CREATED:20210301T224646Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210301T224646Z
UID:5037-1615539600-1615545000@cspdc.org
SUMMARY:Business Smarts – Sales & Selling in a COVID and Post-COVID World
DESCRIPTION:How do we move the ball forward with sales in a “different” world? \nIn this session\, Brian Bence\, Executive Director of Sales for SVOE\, will provide tips and ideas for all types of selling for all types of businesses. Whether you are in retail\, B-2-B\, or inside sales\, this session is for you. \n– Creative ways to “get behind the curtain.” \n– Assessing and improving your phone script and technique \n– Is your proposal selling for you or against you? \n– What “leave behind” will catch the attention of a decision maker? \n– Setting your daily goals to drive sales activity and ultimate success.
URL:https://cspdc.org/event/business-smarts-sales-selling-in-a-covid-and-post-covid-world/
LOCATION:Virtual\, VA
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210310T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210310T120000
DTSTAMP:20260614T011852
CREATED:20210301T225309Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210301T225309Z
UID:5039-1615374000-1615377600@cspdc.org
SUMMARY:DHCD Creating Community Vitality Series: Story Telling
DESCRIPTION:The “work from home” revolution is just getting started and causing people to reevaluate where they call home. As a result\, communities have the unique opportunity to better position themselves for success by ensuring that they have the amenities\, infrastructure and social offerings in place to retain and attract an increasingly mobile workforce. \nJoin DHCD for this monthly training series\, separated into three-parts\, focused on building your place’s identity\, supportive ecosystems and community in a format promoting monthly education\, inspiration and application.
URL:https://cspdc.org/event/dhcd-creating-community-vitality-series-story-telling/
LOCATION:Virtual\, VA
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210211T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210211T163000
DTSTAMP:20260614T011852
CREATED:20210205T212502Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210205T212502Z
UID:4953-1613055600-1613061000@cspdc.org
SUMMARY:USDA Workshop: COVID-19 Recovery Resources for Workforce
DESCRIPTION:Join USDA Rural Development and members of the Rural Workforce Innovation Network (RWIN) to explore COVID-19 resources and strategies that can be used to support workforce development in rural America. Participants will be encouraged to share ideas\, best practices and resources to support America’s rural workforce.
URL:https://cspdc.org/event/usda-workshop-covid-19-recovery-resources-for-workforce/
LOCATION:Virtual\, VA
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210204T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210204T130000
DTSTAMP:20260614T011852
CREATED:20210119T184738Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210119T184738Z
UID:4898-1612440000-1612443600@cspdc.org
SUMMARY:Refocus and Rebuild Series
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://cspdc.org/event/refocus-and-rebuild-series/
LOCATION:Virtual\, VA
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210127T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210127T233000
DTSTAMP:20260614T011852
CREATED:20210119T193813Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210119T193813Z
UID:4900-1611741600-1611790200@cspdc.org
SUMMARY:Overview & Basics of New Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) Loan Program
DESCRIPTION:The SBA remains committed to assisting small businesses as we begin with a robust campaign to expand economic opportunity to those who need it most. \nJoin the St. Louis District office for an overview of the new Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) with features associated with the recently-passed Economic Aid to Hard-Hit Small Businesses\, Non-Profits\, and Venues Act. During the webinar\, SBA will: \n• Provide a timeline for the rollout of the new PPP programs; \n• Provide an overview of the PPP loan programs including first and second draw loans; and \n• Discuss new forms and guidance.
URL:https://cspdc.org/event/overview-basics-of-new-paycheck-protection-program-ppp-loan-program/
LOCATION:Virtual\, VA
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210126T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210126T150000
DTSTAMP:20260614T011852
CREATED:20210111T211711Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210111T211711Z
UID:4885-1611669600-1611673200@cspdc.org
SUMMARY:Free Telework Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Get the most from your telework program!\nMany businesses have discovered the benefits of telework for productivity\, quality of life\, sustainability\, and more. Businesses wanting to make their telework programs stronger\, more flexible\, and a better fit for their needs now and beyond the pandemic can tap into the free resources of the Telework!VA program. In this webinar\, join Telework!VA Director\, Robin Mack\, to learn how to take advantage of the free assistance provided by Telework!VA and the many benefits of offering telework as an ongoing option. Representatives from RideShare\, the regional commuter assistance program\, will also discuss other commuter options and support available\, including employee incentives through the new RideShare app. \n 
URL:https://cspdc.org/event/free-telework-webinar/
LOCATION:Virtual\, VA
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210121T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210121T140000
DTSTAMP:20260614T011852
CREATED:20210120T024544Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210120T024544Z
UID:4903-1611234000-1611237600@cspdc.org
SUMMARY:What's New with PPP?
DESCRIPTION:Join this webinar\, presented by Small Business Majority’s Brian Pifer\, to learn more about what’s in the new relief package and ask questions about what this could mean for your small business. \nTopics include: \n\nPPP reauthorization and important changes\nAdvance grants through the Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) Program\nSBA Debt Relief Program\nAdditional policies and resources for small businesses
URL:https://cspdc.org/event/whats-new-with-ppp/
LOCATION:Virtual\, VA
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210120T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210120T130000
DTSTAMP:20260614T011852
CREATED:20210119T184158Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210119T184158Z
UID:4894-1611144000-1611147600@cspdc.org
SUMMARY:Rebuilding the Tourism Industry
DESCRIPTION:Where do we go from here? The coronavirus has had a devastating impact on tourism and hospitality industries. Join us on this webinar to learn:\n• How and when to promote your destination for future visitation\n• Tips on what to do and what to avoid\n• How to best leverage your marketing budget\n• Simple\, affordable and flexible advertising opportunities available through VTC’s Industry Advertising Co-Op Program \nBecky Nave with the Virginia Tourism Corporation will lead this session.
URL:https://cspdc.org/event/rebuilding-the-tourism-industry/
LOCATION:Virtual\, VA
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210115T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210115T103000
DTSTAMP:20260614T011852
CREATED:20210109T005405Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210109T005405Z
UID:4880-1610701200-1610706600@cspdc.org
SUMMARY:Business Smarts- 2021 Action Planning for COVID-Adjusted Goals
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://cspdc.org/event/business-smarts-2021-action-planning-for-covid-adjusted-goals/
LOCATION:Virtual\, VA
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20201214T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20201214T110000
DTSTAMP:20260614T011852
CREATED:20201210T164100Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201212T005821Z
UID:4754-1607940000-1607943600@cspdc.org
SUMMARY:Restaurant Roundtable
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://cspdc.org/event/restaurant-roundtable/
LOCATION:Virtual\, VA
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20201211T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20201211T103000
DTSTAMP:20260614T011852
CREATED:20201210T163855Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201210T163855Z
UID:4751-1607677200-1607682600@cspdc.org
SUMMARY:Business Smarts: Create a Marketing Message that Connects
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://cspdc.org/event/business-smarts-create-a-marketing-message-that-connects/
LOCATION:Harrisonburg-Rockingham Chamber of Commerce\, 800 Country Club Road\, Harrisonburg\, VA\, 22802\, United States
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