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Kennebec Behavioral Health is hosting its annual community fundraiser, a Night Out, in Augusta on November 4th. The event will feature a Maine Horror-themed murder mystery show with Mystery 207, a three-course meal, cash bar and basket raffle (ages 21+). 

Mystery 207 will stage the crime, give clues and interact with attendees as they try to solve who the murderer is. Costumes are encouraged! Attendees can dress up as their favorite horror character with extra points going to Stephen King characters. 

Tickets start at $55/person and are available at www.kbhmaine.org/anightout. All proceeds benefit KBH’s College Scholarship fund which supports Maine students pursuing a college education in behavioral health. 

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This workshop will take place on September 20th, from 12PM – 1PM

Are you passionate about culinary entrepreneurship and ready to take your culinary dreams to the next level? Join us for an exciting workshop series where we’ll dive deep into the intricacies of building and growing your culinary business. From starting with a mobile unit or food truck and transitioning to a brick-and-mortar establishment, we’ve got you covered every step of the way.

In this workshop, we’ll explore the journey of transforming your culinary passion into a thriving mobile food business and eventually scaling up to a brick-and-mortar establishment. We will also cover the different funding options and considerations for positioning your business for funding and growth. Whether you’re just starting out or seeking expansion strategies, this workshop will provide invaluable insights.

Presented by Corinne Tompkins, General Manager, Director of Member Services of Fork Food Lab

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This workshop will take place on September 12th, 6PM – 8PM at Cloudport CoWorking, 63 Federal St., Portland, ME.

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This is a hybrid workshop, taking place virtually on Zoom and in-person at Cloudport CoWorking, 63 Federal St., Portland, ME on Sept. 12th, 12PM – 1:30PM.

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This is a four-part workshop series, occurring from 6:00PM – 8:30PM, Sept. 11th – 14th.

Are you ready to take control of your company’s finances with confidence and precision? Join us for a comprehensive QuickBooks Online workshop where we’ll delve into the core features of this powerful accounting software. Whether you’re new to QuickBooks or looking to refine your skills, this workshop will equip you with the knowledge and techniques to streamline your financial processes and make informed business decisions.

We will cover a multitude of topics, including:

• Accounting basics
• QuickBooks user interface
• Entering Transactions
• Tracking company sales, Record Sales Receipts
• Track income and expenses by Job
• Invoices, Statements, and Payments from customers

Our experienced instructor will guide you step-by-step through each topic, providing exercises and real-world scenarios to ensure you leave with practical knowledge that can be immediately applied to your business operations.

The Presenter: Michael Fortin from Augusta, graduated from Thomas College in Waterville with a BA in Business Education, has worked as an accountant for both government and the private sector for more than 30 years with 17 years devoted to teaching QuickBooks. He is also a Maine small business owner for 32 years at Power Mixers, a Maine DJ and audio-rein-forcement company serving northern New Engalnd.

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Maine Tax Forum (MTF) is a two-day program especially beneficial to experienced professionals providing tax advice to clients and assisting with more complex tax situations. Maine professionals engaged in tax, accounting and legal client service practices that are impacted by annual changes in the federal and state tax laws, will benefit from the in-depth presentations from experts with years of professional service practicing in Maine.

The Maine Tax Forum this year will cover the various COVID-19 programs and the Related 2023 Tax Legislation, and other subjects including Ethics, Federal & State updates, and new IRS initiatives. We expect all subjects will be approved for continuing education credits by the Maine Board of Accountancy and the Maine Board of Overseers of the Bar. Most subjects, including Ethics, will also be approved by the IRS for continuing education credit.

Due to overwhelming feedback from last years’ events, we have decided to again offer MTF as a live virtual event. We’re also pleased to offer a new and more user-friendly registration and learning interface that attendees will find enhances the overall experience.

Maine Tax Forum – MTF will provide 15 IRS CE (Continuing Education) credits and 16 CLE ( Continuing Legal Education) credits and 16 CPE (Continuing Professional Education for CPAs) credits.

Who Should Attend the Maine Tax Forum?

• CPAs
• Tax Attorneys
• Tax Preparers
• Enrolled agents

Cancellation charges:
$25 cancellation fee up to 10 business days prior to event
50% if less than 10 business days and greater than 3 business days prior to event
100% if 3 business days or less prior to event

ax Practitioner Institute (TPI) is a one-day program focused on the practical application of Federal and Maine tax rules and updates in the tax law. The program this year will cover the various COVID-19 relief tax impacts and Related 2023 Tax Legislation as well as the Employee Retention Credit. TPI is a primer for newer practitioners and a refresher for the more experienced. Every attendee can elect to receive the most recent University Of Illinois Federal Tax Workbook as well. TPI presenters are Maine-based experts who have relevant experience in tax return preparation, and some may highlight hands-on examples from the Federal Tax Workbook.

Due to overwhelming feedback from last years’ events, we have decided to again offer TPI as a live virtual event. We’re also pleased to offer a new and more user-friendly registration and learning interface that attendees will find enhances the overall experience. TPI is approved as a provider for continuing education credits by the Maine Board of Overseers of the Bar, the Maine Board of Accountancy and the IRS.

Tax Practitioner Institute – TPI will provide 7 IRS CE (Continuing Education) credits and 8 CLE ( Continuing Legal Education) credits  and 8 CPE (Continuing Professional Education for CPAs) credits.

Who Should Attend?

• Tax Preparers
• Enrolled Agents
• CPAs
• Tax Attorneys

Cancellation charges:
$25 cancellation fee up to 10 business days prior to event
50% if less than 10 business days and greater than 3 business days prior to event
100% if 3 business days or less prior to event

Maine Credit Unions Campaign for Ending Hunger $100,000 Challenge

Credit unions across Maine are dedicated to making a difference in their communities and collectively participate in the Maine Credit Unions’ Campaign for Ending Hunger. June is National Hunger Awareness Month and our credit union wants to help feed people in need in our community. From June 1 – June 30, Connected Credit Union will be participating in the Maine Credit Unions’ Campaign for Ending Hunger $100,000 Challenge. 

The Campaign is hosting its fourth annual $100,000 Challenge. The goal of the Challenge is to raise at least $100,000 in 30 days. Last year, the Campaign raised $121,036, and with your help, we can raise at least this much again, if not more! Every dollar raised by the Campaign will support Good Shepherd Food Bank, local food pantries, and meal sites. These organizations work hard to ensure people living right here in our community have access to food.

We Challenge YOU!

Connected Credit Union will match your donations, up to a combined total of $2,500.00! Please consider making a tax-deductible online donation to the Campaign. Your support will help ensure Maine families get the food they need.

DONATE ONLINE

Donations made will only be matched by Connected Credit Union if the donation is made to the Connected Credit Union microsite or in-person.