BEGIN:VCALENDAR
VERSION:2.0
PRODID:-//Brighton Main Streets - ECPv6.18.2//NONSGML v1.0//EN
CALSCALE:GREGORIAN
METHOD:PUBLISH
X-WR-CALNAME:Brighton Main Streets
X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://brightonmainstreets.org
X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Brighton Main Streets
REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H
X-Robots-Tag:noindex
X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H
BEGIN:VTIMEZONE
TZID:America/New_York
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0400
TZNAME:EDT
DTSTART:20250309T070000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0400
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:EST
DTSTART:20251102T060000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0400
TZNAME:EDT
DTSTART:20260308T070000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0400
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:EST
DTSTART:20261101T060000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0400
TZNAME:EDT
DTSTART:20270314T070000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0400
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:EST
DTSTART:20271107T060000
END:STANDARD
END:VTIMEZONE
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261111T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261111T130000
DTSTAMP:20261013T192722Z
CREATED:20261013T173237Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261013T192722Z
UID:10006714-1794394800-1794402000@brightonmainstreets.org
SUMMARY:Business Certification Office Hours
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nEvery Wednesday | 11:00 AM–1:00 PM\nLocation: Online via Google Meet \nAre you interested in getting your business certified with the City of Boston? The Department of Supplier Diversity hosts weekly virtual office hours for businesses seeking certification. \nThese sessions provide an opportunity to ask questions about the certification process and speak directly with the certification manager and other members of the team. No registration is required. \nThe Department of Supplier Diversity certifies businesses as: \n\nMinority Business Enterprises (MBEs)\nWomen Business Enterprises (WBEs)\nSmall Business Enterprises (SBEs)\nSmall Business Local Enterprises (SLBEs)\n\nLearn more about eligibility and the certification process\, and get answers to your questions. \nJoin Business Certification Office Hours \nLearn More About the Department of Supplier Diversity[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://brightonmainstreets.org/event/business-certification-office-hours/2026-11-11/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Small Businesses
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261111T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261111T133000
DTSTAMP:20261029T173542Z
CREATED:20261029T173542Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261029T173542Z
UID:10006759-1794398400-1794403800@brightonmainstreets.org
SUMMARY:Small Business Essentials Series Certificate Program – November
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nCORE Small Business Essentials Webinar Series\nRegistration closes: November 6\, 2026\, at 5:00 PM\nFirst session: November 11\, 2026\, from 12:00–1:30 PM \nThinking about starting a business? SCORE’s Small Business Essentials (SBE) Webinar Series can help you get started. \nThis five-part program covers the basics of starting and running a small business. Experienced\, certified SCORE mentors will guide you through each topic. Plus\, you’ll have a chance to connect with other business owners. \nWhat You’ll Learn\nRegister once to attend all five webinars in November 2026: \n\nNovember 11: Creating a Quick Business Plan\nNovember 13: Setting Up a New Business Entity\nNovember 18: Marketing Part 1: Developing Your Marketing Plan\nNovember 19: Marketing Part 2: Promoting Your Business\nNovember 24: Financial Basics for New Small Businesses\n\nEach session runs from 12:00–1:30 PM. \nCertificate and Webinar Access\nAttend the series to earn a certificate of completion\, which will be awarded during the final webinar. You’ll also have time to network with other participants. \nBefore each session\, you’ll receive an email with the link to join. In addition\, you’ll get access to the recording and supporting materials after each live webinar. \nCan’t attend a session? No problem! You can watch the recording later. \nRegister by November 6 to take part in this free learning opportunity.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://brightonmainstreets.org/event/small-business-essentials-series-certificate-program-november/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Small Businesses
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://brightonmainstreets.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/CertificateProgram.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261111T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261111T133000
DTSTAMP:20261029T175209Z
CREATED:20261029T175209Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261029T175209Z
UID:10006760-1794398400-1794403800@brightonmainstreets.org
SUMMARY:Creating a Quick Business Plan
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nTurn Your Business Idea Into a Plan\nHave a great business idea but aren’t sure what to do next? This SCORE webinar will help you take the next step toward starting your business. \nYou’ll learn how to create a value proposition that explains what makes your business unique. You’ll also explore the Lean Canvas\, a simple tool to organize your ideas and plan your business. \nBy the end of the webinar\, you’ll have the tools to draft a one-page business plan. \nWatch the Webinar Later\nCan’t attend the live event? All registrants will receive a link to the recorded webinar after the session. \nAbout the SCORE Webinar Series\nThis webinar is part of SCORE’s Small Business Essentials (SBE) series. The program helps people who want to start a business make informed choices and build a plan for success. \nPlus\, each session is led by an experienced\, certified SCORE mentor. \nRegister here.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://brightonmainstreets.org/event/creating-a-quick-business-plan/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Small Businesses
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://brightonmainstreets.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/BusinessPlan.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261111T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261111T180000
DTSTAMP:20261015T184539Z
CREATED:20261015T184010Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261015T184539Z
UID:10006731-1794409200-1794420000@brightonmainstreets.org
SUMMARY:CITY OF BOSTON ISD PERMITTING CLINIC
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Need help with zoning or permits? Boston Inspectional Services offers free weekly clinics to answer basic zoning questions and guide residents and businesses through the permitting process. \nEvery Wednesday \n\nIn-Person: 3:00–4:30 PM\nVirtual: 4:30–6:00 PM\n\nComplete the sign-up form to request your preferred time slot. Staff will confirm your appointment or respond directly by email. \nPlease Note: Clinics are informational only and do not constitute formal zoning determinations\, permit reviews\, or approvals.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://brightonmainstreets.org/event/city-of-boston-isd-permitting-clinic/2026-11-11/
LOCATION:ISD Permitting Clinic\, 1010 Washington Street\, Floor 5\, Boston\, MA\, 02118
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Small Businesses
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://brightonmainstreets.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/ISDPermittingClinic-1.jpg
END:VEVENT
END:VCALENDAR