Accurate bookkeeping is critical to the success of any business. This QuickBooks Series is for entrepreneurs and business owners in the beginning stage of bookkeeping (i.e., planning, have not yet purchased their system, or have purchased but not using). The trainer will guide you through the basics of accounting from identifying the best QuickBooks version for your business, to setting up your system, managing accounts, and using financial reports to manage your day-to-day activities. This 4-weeks, 2 hours per week series includes 4 focus areas:
Week 1: October 8: Accounting Basics & Getting Started with QuickBooks - Training includes: Basics of accounting, identifying the QuickBooks version that is best for your business, and setting up your company and chart of accounts in QuickBooks.
Week 2: October 15: Setting up Items and Creating Forms - Training includes: Setting up items, using purchase orders, customizing invoices, and creating forms in QuickBooks.
Week 3: October 22: Accounts Receivable - Training includes: Setting up online bank feeds, creating estimates and invoices, sales receipts, receiving payments, and managing accounts payable reports.
Week 4: October 29: Accounts Payable, Banking Reconciliations, and Reports - Training includes: Accounts Payable, Bank Reconciliations, entering expenses and bills, paying bills, managing reports, Profit & Loss Statement, Balance Sheet, and more!
This 4-part training series provides essential information to individuals thinking about starting a business and new business owners (in business one year or less). Topics include: Legal Requirements, Market Analysis, Cost Analysis, Funding Your Business, and Overview of the Business Plan - bringing it all together. You will learn the legal requirements for starting your business, how to assess your market and plan for direction, how to obtain funding, types of funding available, calculate start-up costs, and best practice for completing a business plan.
Accurate bookkeeping is critical to the success of any business. This QuickBooks Series is for entrepreneurs and business owners in the beginning stage of bookkeeping (i.e., planning, have not yet purchased their system, or have purchased but not using). The trainer will guide you through the basics of accounting from identifying the best QuickBooks version for your business, to setting up your system, managing accounts, and using financial reports to manage your day-to-day activities. This 4-weeks, 2 hours per week series includes 4 focus areas:
Week 1: October 8: Accounting Basics & Getting Started with QuickBooks - Training includes: Basics of accounting, identifying the QuickBooks version that is best for your business, and setting up your company and chart of accounts in QuickBooks.
Week 2: October 15: Setting up Items and Creating Forms - Training includes: Setting up items, using purchase orders, customizing invoices, and creating forms in QuickBooks.
Week 3: October 22: Accounts Receivable - Training includes: Setting up online bank feeds, creating estimates and invoices, sales receipts, receiving payments, and managing accounts payable reports.
Week 4: October 29: Accounts Payable, Banking Reconciliations, and Reports - Training includes: Accounts Payable, Bank Reconciliations, entering expenses and bills, paying bills, managing reports, Profit & Loss Statement, Balance Sheet, and more!
Research It Before You Build It: Use AI to Validate Your Next Big Idea Focus: A lean approach to testing product or service ideas using AI-generated research, mockups, and fast landing page prototypes to avoid wasted effort and money. Description: Don’t waste time (or money) building something nobody wants. In this webinar, you will learn how to use free and easy AI tools to research the market, spot real demand, and test your product or service idea before you commit. Whether you are launching something new or refining an existing offer, this session will show you how to validate your idea in minutes, not months. Perfect for entrepreneurs who want to make smarter decisions, faster. more info...
This 4-part training series provides essential information to individuals thinking about starting a business and new business owners (in business one year or less). Topics include: Legal Requirements, Market Analysis, Cost Analysis, Funding Your Business, and Overview of the Business Plan - bringing it all together. You will learn the legal requirements for starting your business, how to assess your market and plan for direction, how to obtain funding, types of funding available, calculate start-up costs, and best practice for completing a business plan.
Currier Square invites the community to join in a spooktacular evening of fun at its annual Halloween Party on Thursday, October 23rd from 4:30 PM to 6:30 PM. This free-to-attend event will feature a variety of festive activities and entertainment for families of all ages.
Guests can enjoy:
ð¨ Face Painting and Balloon Twisting
ð¶ A lively DJ Dance Party
ð Professional Pumpkin Carving Demonstrations
ð¬ Candy Lane, where children can stroll down a festive path to fill their goodie bags with sweet surprises
ð» A special surprise character appearance perfect for photos and meet-and-greets (hint: think spider webs!)
Costumes are strongly encouraged to add to the festive spirit.
While admission is free, Currier Square will be accepting donations during the event, with 100% of proceeds going to support the Butte County Food Bank, helping to provide meals for families in need.
“This is one of our favorite community traditions, and we’re thrilled to bring families together for a safe, fun, and memorable Halloween celebration, all while supporting an important cause,” said Kim Kelley, Director of Marketing, Currier Square.
Accurate bookkeeping is critical to the success of any business. This QuickBooks Series is for entrepreneurs and business owners in the beginning stage of bookkeeping (i.e., planning, have not yet purchased their system, or have purchased but not using). The trainer will guide you through the basics of accounting from identifying the best QuickBooks version for your business, to setting up your system, managing accounts, and using financial reports to manage your day-to-day activities. This 4-weeks, 2 hours per week series includes 4 focus areas:
Week 1: October 8: Accounting Basics & Getting Started with QuickBooks - Training includes: Basics of accounting, identifying the QuickBooks version that is best for your business, and setting up your company and chart of accounts in QuickBooks.
Week 2: October 15: Setting up Items and Creating Forms - Training includes: Setting up items, using purchase orders, customizing invoices, and creating forms in QuickBooks.
Week 3: October 22: Accounts Receivable - Training includes: Setting up online bank feeds, creating estimates and invoices, sales receipts, receiving payments, and managing accounts payable reports.
Week 4: October 29: Accounts Payable, Banking Reconciliations, and Reports - Training includes: Accounts Payable, Bank Reconciliations, entering expenses and bills, paying bills, managing reports, Profit & Loss Statement, Balance Sheet, and more!
A Halloween Party!
Friday, October 31st at the Historic Oregon City Schoolhouse
2100 Oregon Gulch Road in beautiful downtown Oregon Ciry, California. The party starts at 5pm and there will be a Costume Contest for the kids with prizes provided by the Oroville Optimist Club.
Halloween celebrants please be advised: Oregon Ciry is considered by many to be a Ghost Town!
How to Get There:
Oroville Area - Take Table Mountain Blvd to intersection of Cherokee Rd. Take Cherokee Rs to Derrick Rd (approx. 6.5 miles-just past the Phantom Falls Trailhead parking lot). Turn right on Derrick, right on Oregon Gulch Rd, the Schoolhouse is 1/3 of a mile, just past the covered bridge.
Chico Area - S.B. Hwy 99 to Durham Pentz (Butte College) off-ramp. Left on Durham Pentz to Pentz Rd. Right on Pentz, Left on HWY 70, right on Cherokee Rd. Travel 5.5 miles on Cherokee-turn left on Derrick Rs, right on Oregon Gulch Rd. The Schoolhouse is just past the covered bridge. more info...
Emotional Intelligence (EQ) is more important than ever in the modern workplace. It’s the ability to recognize, understand, and manage not only your emotions but also those of others. This training equips professionals with the skills necessary to enhance personal effectiveness, build strong relationships, and become more effective leaders. By mastering EQ, leaders can inspire, influence, and manage change with confidence and empathy.
Learning Objectives:
Understand the Four Core Competencies of Emotional Intelligence: Cultivate self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, and relationship management for improved leadership.
Develop Strategies for Emotional Control: Gain techniques to manage emotional responses and maintain poise under pressure.
Build Stronger, Trust-Based Relationships: Use EQ to enhance communication, trust, and collaboration with colleagues and teams.
Why This Matters to You:
Improve Team Collaboration: Emotionally intelligent leaders foster a culture of trust, openness, and high engagement, improving teamwork and productivity.
Enhance Leadership Effectiveness: Leaders with strong EQ inspire their teams, reduce conflict, and drive positive outcomes in challenging situations.
Boost Workplace Morale: EQ helps leaders address emotions proactively, leading to a healthier, more positive work environment.
Ready to elevate your leadership skills? Register for “Emotional and Social Intelligence” today!
Trainer Bio: Jonathan "Joc" Clark is an experienced leadership trainer and coach specializing in emotional intelligence, team dynamics, and organizational development. With years of experience working with professionals across industries, Joc helps leaders cultivate self-awareness, improve communication, and foster stronger workplace relationships.
Focus: Introduce the emerging concept of GEO — how to get your business seen in AI-generated search results across tools like ChatGPT, Perplexity, and Google’s AI Overview and AI Mode. Description: Search is changing fast, and your business needs to keep up. In this forward-looking webinar, you will learn how to optimize your content so AI tools like ChatGPT, Google’s AI Overviews, and Perplexity can actually find, reference, and recommend your business. This is your crash course in Generative Engine Optimization (GEO) — a new strategy for getting discovered in the world of AI-powered search. Ideal for local businesses, online shops, and service providers who want to stay ahead of the curve. more info...
Major Frank McLaughlin: A Legacy of Innovation in Butte County Mining and Agricultural Development
A Presentation by Mark Karr
His entrepreneurial drive and his ability to initiate and champion large scale ventures in mining and agriculture in the latter years of the 19th century left an enduring mark on the landscape, economy and history of Butte County.
Join us on Saturday, November 15th as Mark Karr gives a presentation on one of Butte CCouny's most notable historic figures.
Butte County Historical Society Museum and Event Center, 1749 Spencer Street, Oroville, California.
The program begins at 1:30 pm with a brief business meeting, followed by Mark's presentation. Refreshments will be available.
Picture: "View of the Golden Gate River Mine" Frank McLaughlin General Manager, J.H. Hogan photograph, courtesy of the BCHS Archives. McLaughlin is standing far left of this photo. more info...
A Halloween Party!
Major Frank McLaughlin: A Legacy of Innovation in Butte County Mining and Agricultural Development