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SBA and SBDC Events Various events held by the Small Business Administration or Small Business Development Center. Dates and times are over the next month, Excellent low cost or even free educational events being held in the IE and OC. Definitely worth checking out. Click here to download a PDF File.

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Toastmasters Fluent Philosophers. 12pm-12:45pm at 3 Polaris Way, Room#C1-B050, Aliso Viejo. At Toastmasters, we learn public speaking and leadership skills by speaking to groups and working with others in a supportive environment. Entry fee: $FREE. Info, RSVP: Houman Payami, 949-349-2521 Email
Energy Balancing Night Tree of Life Wellness Center. 7pm-8pm at the 714 E. Adams Ave Suite 205, Huntington Beach. Looking for PEACE? Want less STRESS and more ENERGY? Join us for Energy Balancing Night! Join us for an evening of health healing and energy balancing Entry fee: $FREE. Info, RSVP: 714-374-1988 Email Web
The Law of Attraction Center - Orange County The meeting starts promptly at 7:30pm-9:30pm at 1691 Kettering, Irvine, CA 92614. A weekly gathering to practice and implement the powerful Law of Attraction to manifest abundance in all aspects of our lives w/ amazing guest speakers and musicians. Entry fee: $20. Info, RSVP: Brad Axelrad, 714-330-4031. Web
Women Only Networking Anaheim Chapter. 7pm-8pm at the Coco's Restaurant, 8188 E Santa Ana Canyon Rd, Anaheim. Entry fee: $Free. Info, RSVP: Veronica Velasco, 714-262-5334 Email
TUESDAY, APRIL 29
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Awesome Networking Breakfast Business Referral Exchange. 7am-8:30am at Coco's Restaurant - 14971 Holt Avenue Tustin - Corner of Newport/Holt. Weekly breakfast meeting with the area's most well established networking group. Many members are over 10 yrs. Come find out why. Many openings. Info, RSVP: Anthony Nitz, 714-423-3158 Email
Ali Lassen's Leads Club. Various chapters host multiple events throughout the week, including this time slot. Click to see a list. Info: 800.767.7337 Website
LeTip. Various chapters host multiple events throughout the week, including this time slot. Click to see a list. Website
BNI, Business Network International, Various chapters host multiple events throughout the week, including this time slot. Click to see a list. Web.
Tuesday Networking Breakfast Business Referral Network (BRN). 7:10am-8:30am at Denny's, 24445 Alicia Pkwy, Mission Viejo (at 5 Fwy, Mervyn's Center). Develop referral relationships while promoting your products and services. Category exclusivity. Comfortably structured. Your 1st meal is on us! Entry fee: $FREE. Info, RSVP: Mary, 949-470-0822 Email Web
Networking Breakfast Newport Beach Chapter of TEAM. 7:30am-9am at Rudy's Pub & Grill, 3110 Newport Blvd., Newport Beach. TEAM turns success-oriented business people into a strong team of networking professionals who work together to build their businesses by referral. Info, RSVP: Terilee Harrison, 909-392-7770 Email Web
Get To Know Your One Stop Center Orange County One Stop Westminster. 10am-12pm at the 5405 Garden Grove Blvd Suite 100, Westminster. Free services for your job search. Access to office machines, phones. Mail and electrronic resume distribution service. Career resources, workshops Entry fee: $free. Info, RSVP: Catherine Caldera, 714/241-4900 Email Web
Networking Lunch Brea Chapter of TEAM. 11:30am-1pm at Coco's Restuarant, 1250 Imperial Highway, Brea. TEAM turns success-oriented business people into a strong team of networking professionals who work together to build their businesses by referral. Info, RSVP: Terilee Harrison, 909-392-7770 Email Web
Networking Lunch Fullerton Chamber of Commerce. 11:30am-1pm at The Fullerton Elks Loge, 1400 Elks View Lane, Fullerton. Come join us and get to know potential clients. Lunch features a new speaker each week. RSVP by the preceding Friday. Members: $12. Non-Members: $20. Info, RSVP: Erin Craton, 714-871-3100 Email Web
LeTip. Various chapters host multiple events throughout the week, including this time slot. Click to see a list. Website
RBN Women in Business Evening Mixer and Mini Expo Relationship Building Network. 5-8pm at Gulliiver's Restaurant, 18482 MacArthur Blvd, Irvine, at the 405. Limited display tables are available. Admission $20 at the door. 949-830-5776. Web

Sunset Networking Mixer Corona del Mar Chamber of Commerce. 5:30pm-7:30pm at a location TBA. Join members of the Corona del Mar Chamber of Commerce for an evening of networking, food and drinks. Members: $5.. Non-Members: $10. No RSVP necessary, Web
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 30
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HBA Networking Breakfast Meeting!! Hispanic Business Association. 6am-7am at the Panera Bread Rest. 2214 N. Tustin St. Orange 92865. The Early Bird Breakfast Networking Meeting, for those busy entreprenuears with busy schedules, that need to network with other business owners. Entry fee: $FREE. Info, RSVP: Frank Rosales, (714) 776-6265 Email Web
Leadership and Public Speaking Toastmasters Club 417. 7am-8:30am at the Church of the Foothills; 19211 Dodge Avenue in Santa Ana. The most fun you can have at 7am - Prepared & Impromtu speaches as well as Eveluation's; Networking too. Entry fee: $Free. Info, RSVP: Jeff Watson, 949 400-8190 Email Web
LeTip. Various chapters host multiple events throughout the week, including this time slot. Click to see a list. Website
BNI, Business Network International, Various chapters host multiple events throughout the week, including this time slot. Click to see a list. Web.
OCBRG Morning Networking Orange Cty Business Refl Group. 7:15am-8:30am at the First American Title Bldg, (Bldg 2) 1st American Way, Santa Ana. Network with over 45 business professionals from all fields of expertise. Excellent Speakers and Exceptional people Entry fee: $FREE. Info, RSVP: Russ Alexander, 949-689-5065 Email Web
Rise & Shine Profit Connection Orange Chamber of Commerce.7:30am-9am at Marie Callender's, 307 East Katella Ave., Orange. Network with business professionals in a fun and relaxed atmosphere. Be a part of Orange County's premier networking group & promote your company by signing up as a 10-minute presenter. Meeting Cost: $13.00. Info, RSVP: Jackie Tsujimoto, 714-538-3581 Email Web
Ali Lassen's Leads Club. Various chapters host multiple events throughout the week, including this time slot. Click to see a list. Info: 800.767.7337 Website
LeTip. Various chapters host multiple events throughout the week, including this time slot. Click to see a list. Website
Noon Profit Connection Orange Chamber of Commerce. 11:45am-1:30pm at the Opus Italian Restaurant, 3538 East Chapman Ave., Orange. What is Profit? It is the best networking group around. Gather leads, meet new contacts, and have fun! Become a brand in your community. Entry fee at the door: $12. Info, RSVP: James Baker, 714-538-3581 Email
BNI, Business Network International, Various chapters host multiple events throughout the week, including this time slot. Click to see a list. Web.
Networking and Workshop Mixer FilAm Chamber of Commerce of OC. 6pm-9pm at the 198 W Lincoln Ave 2nd Floor, Anaheim. Get answers & solutions on hot topics: Updates on Home/Mortgage Industry, Foreclosure Prevention, Is it Really the Right Time to Buy a Home? Members: $FREE. Non-Members: $10. Info, RSVP: Elizabeth Watermeier, 800-637-4056 Email Web
Get Your Business Loan Approved Community Development Corporation. 6pm-8pm at the Cor, 46 Maxwell, Irvine. Free Seminar. Learn how to get your business loan approved. Wachovia Reps will teach, guide, and review business loan application to get you the money Entry fee: $0. Members: $0. Non-Members: $0. At the door: $0. Info, RSVP: Edward Thomas, 949-302-2221 Email
Toastmasters Club Table Talkers. 6:30pm-7:50pm at the Buena Park Library 7150 La Palma Avenue, Buena Park. Develop Communication and Leadership skills. Visit Table Talkers 1246. Checkout our website. Entry fee: $FREE. Info, RSVP: Bill Fisher, 714-522-6434 Email Web
THURSDAY, MAY 1
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Ali Lassen's Leads Club. Various chapters host multiple events throughout the week, including this time slot. Click to see a list. Info: 800.767.7337 Website
Networking Breakfast Hispanic Business Association USA. 6am-7am at Starbucks Coffee at 7777 Edinger and Parkside Lane at the Bella Terra Mall, Huntington Beach. Our meetings will be basic on various topics including the book, "The Secret". Motivational Speakes, including the richest man, Mr. Carlos Slym. Free to Members and Non-Members. Info, RSVP: Frank Rosales, 714-776-6265 Email Web
OCBRG Morning Networking Orange Cty Business Refl Group. 7:15am-9am at the First American Title Bldg, (Bldg 2) 1st American Way, Santa Ana. Network with over 45 business professionals from all fields of expertise. Excellent Speakers and Exceptional people Entry fee: $FREE. Info, RSVP: Russ Alexander, 949-689-5065 Email Web
LeTip. Various chapters host multiple events throughout the week, including this time slot. Click to see a list. Website
BNI, Business Network International, Various chapters host multiple events throughout the week, including this time slot. Click to see a list. Web.
Weekly Breakfast Millennium Exchange Club. 7:15am-8:30am at the Citrus Cafe, 1481 Edinger Ave, Tustin. A volunteer service organization for men and women who want to serve their communities. We support the Child Abuse Prevention Center of OC. Info, RSVP: Victoria Stokes, 714-209-6514 Email Web
On-Line Resume Building and Distribution. Using GadBall.com, an on-line resume building and resume distribution program, participants will receive one-on-one resume building assistance. Mondays, 9a - 12pm. FREE. O.C. One-Stop Center, 125 Technology, Irvine. RESERVATIONS: 949-341-8000 Web
Networking Luncheon Irvine chapter of TEAM. 11:30am-1pm at El Torito Grille, 1910 Main Street, Irvine, CA 92614. TEAM turns success-oriented business people into a strong team of networking professionals who work together to build their businesses by referral. Info, RSVP: Terilee Harrison, 909-392-7770 Email Web
South County Chambers "Networkers" Generally meets every Thurs 11:30a-1:30pm at The Holiday Inn on La Paz in Laguna Hills. $16. Mark Furlan (949)635-1643 email Web
Golf & Business Networking FORE Networking. 12pm-2pm at the Meadowlark Golf Course, 16782 Graham St., Huntington Beach. Network, Lunch, Speakers & Golf Instruction. Network with business professionals who share a common interest: GOLF. Entry fee: $35.00. Info, RSVP: Sinnary Sam, 949-933-2750 Email Web

Noon Branch Meeting Huntington Beach Host Lions Club. 12pm-1:30pm at the La Choza Mexican Restaurant, 7402 Edinger Ave, H.B.. The H.B. Host Lions Club is starting a new branch that meets at 12:00 Noon on Thursdays. Come and learn all about this wonderful service organization. Entry fee: TBD. Info, RSVP: Leonard Gleason, 714-375-7147 Email
After Hours Networking Meeting Latin Enter & Motion Pic Asso LEMPA. 7pm-8pm at the Anaheim Plaza Hotel 1700 So. Harbor Blvd., Anaheim. Opportunities to network with others in the Entertainment Industry. Powerful guest speakers. Topics include, acting workshops, classes, & extra work. Entry fee: $FREE. Info, RSVP: Frank Rosales, 714-776-6265 Email Web
Entrepreneur Networking Meeting OC Entrepreneur Center. 7:30pm-9pm. Check our website for this monthÕs location. Our monthly networking meetings are a great way to connect with local successful small business owners and entrepreneurs to help you with your business. Entry fee: $10. Info, RSVP: Michael Banks, 949-484-4834 Email Web
FRIDAY, MAY 2
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First Friday Networking Breakfast Anaheim Chamber of Commerce. 7am-9am at The new location is Ramada Anaheim Hotel & Suites, 515 W. Katella Ave., Anaheim 92802. Networking opportunities and great speakers. Members: $10.00. Non-Members: $15.00. Info, RSVP: Sherry Cowen, 714 758-0222 Email Web
Kiwanis Club of Tustin. Typically hosts a weekly Breakfast meeting at Citrus Cafe, Redhill and Edinger in Tustin every Friday at 7am. Contact: Howie Subnick, 714-505-5805 Email
BNI, Business Network International, Various chapters host multiple events throughout the week, including this time slot. Click to see a list. Web.
LeTip. Various chapters host multiple events throughout the week, including this time slot. Click to see a list. Website
Golf & Business Networking FORE Networking. 7:30am-9:30am at the Strawberry Farms Golf Club, Irvine. Network, Breakfast, Speakers & Golf Instruction. Network with business professionals who share a common interest: GOLF. Entry fee: $35.00. Info, RSVP: Sinnary Sam, 949-933-2750 Email Web

Secrets to Small Business Success Lake Forest Chamber of Commerce. 8:30am-2pm at the LF City Hall, 25550 Commercentre Drive, Lake Forest. Grow your business in a shrinking economy. Keynote speaker, Scott Betty from Oakley. Breakout expert panels. Breakfast and lunch provided free! Entry fee: $FREE. Info, RSVP: Becky Morales, 949-635-1642 Email Web
Huntington Beach Small Business Fair State Board of Equalization. 9am-2:30pm at the Huntington Beach Public Library. Free Small Business Fair. Sponsored by Michelle Steel, Member, California State Board of Equalization, Congressman Dana Rohrabacher and Assemblyman Ji Entry fee: $FREE. Info, RSVP:
Business Development Group Friday Sales Team. 11:30am-1pm at the Keno's, Anaheim Hills. Weekly Business Development Group. We focus on topics to help you build your business ... unlike any other networking group. Meet quality people! Entry fee: $49. Members: $12. Non-Members: $12. At the door: $20. Info, RSVP: Todd Moeller, 714-404-9540 Email Web
SA Business Connection Luncheon Santa Ana Chamber of Commerce. 11:30am-1pm at the Hoilday Inn, OC, 2756 S. Grand Ave., Santa Ana. This is a great networking luncheon for all business professionals. We invite you to come and enjoy food, drinks and socializing at this fun event. Entry fee: $20 w/ RSVP. At the door: $30. Info, RSVP: Nancy, 714-541-5353 Email Web
BNI, Business Network International, Various chapters host multiple events throughout the week, including this time slot. Click to see a list. Web.
Networking Meetings National Latino Cosmetology Assoc. 530pm at Chapman Coffee House, 505 N. Glassell Street, Orange, CA 92868. Networking Meetings: For Salon and Spa Owners, Etc.!! Beauty professionals and Key-note Speakers, Training, Seminars, and Motivational speakers. Entry fee: $FREE. Info, RSVP: Julie Zepeda, 714-840-0753 Email Web
SATURDAY, MAY 3
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OC Small Business Conference Orange Coast College Fdtn.. 8am-1pm at the Orange Coast College, 2701 Fairview Road, Costa Mesa. Small Business Conference & Expo--Back to Basics: Start, Build & Refocus Your Business. Three workshop tracks: Starting/Mktg/Finance. Exhibit hall. Entry fee: $25. Info, RSVP: Julie Clevenger, 714.432.5929 Email Web
David Wilcock Workshop: 2012 & You Mind~Body~Spirit Business Network. 10am-6pm at the Atrium Hotel, 18700 MacArthur Blvd., Irvine, CA 92612. David Wilcock producer of upcoming movie "Convergence", co-author of "The Reincarnation of Edgar Cayce" & Robert Perala author of The Divine Blueprint Entry fee: $79. Info, RSVP: Debbie, 949-515-8727 Email
Soka University, Aliso Viejo 4-year private non-profit liberal arts college. Hosts Annual International Festival with exhibitor opportunities for non-profits ($25) and businesses ($100). 10:30 am to 4 pm for exhibitors with a 4-5 pm musical finale. Family festival with over 3500 expected - first Sat in May. Wendy Harder, 949 480-4081 or email Web
Networking Mixer Women4Success. 6pm-9pm at Newport Coast. Make new business connections while enjoying tangy margaritas and Cinco de Mayo cuisine by Chef Julio Nascimento. Entry fee: $35.00. Info, RSVP: Karen Morrison, 949-200-7347 Email Web
SUNDAY, MAY 4
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Event to Inspire Career Growth Career Builders. 9:30am-10:30am at the Tower of Hope, 3rd Floor Crystal Cathedral 12141 Lewis Street, Garden Grove. Weekly meeting. Mission: provide encouragement, inspiration, info, leadership for career mgmt growth. Dynamic guest speakers, CLICK to see a list. Entry fee: FREE. Info, RSVP: Robbie Motter, VP of Communication, 888-244-4420 Email Web
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There is a separate free directory for chambers, non-profits and networking groups. See them HERE or enter your group HERE