Business calendar

Small-business assistance at the Carson City Area Chamber of Commerce, call 882-1565 for an appointment.

Sunday

Holiday Open House Mixer from 5-7 p.m. at the Carson City Chamber & Convention Visitors Bureau, 1900 S. Carson St.

Jan. 11

EWomen Network event 5-7 p.m. at Tamarack Junction, 13101 S. Virginia St. Randi Thompson will share tips on how to gain extra exposure for your business. The cost is $45 for guests and $35 for members. Register by calling 853-2120.

Jan. 25

The 14th annual Directions 2006, Northern Nevada's largest economic forum at the Reno Hilton, will address national business trends and their impact on Northern Nevada business owners. More than 1,000 local business owners, senior level executives and anyone interested in the growth, development and sustainability of their business can attend. Co-hosted by EDAWN and the Reno-Sparks Chamber of Commerce. For information, contact 829-3706 or ardito@edawn.org.

Jan. 30-Feb. 3

Management of Slot Operations Ð A five-day gaming management course offered by Extended Studies at the University of Nevada, Reno. Sessions are at the university's Continuing Education Building, 1041 N. Virginia St., in Reno. Course fee: $2,500, includes lodging, breakfasts, lunches and one group dinner; or $2,250, without lodging, includes orientation breakfast, lunches and one group dinner. Registration and information: 784-4062 or 1-800-233-8928. For more about Extended Studies gaming courses: http://www.extendedstudies.unr.edu.

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