FEMA is hosting a 60-minute webinar to provide an overview of the existing document and facilitate a discussion with stakeholders to gather feedback on additional ways to improve the guide titled Engaging Faith-Based and Community Organizations: Planning Considerations for Emergency Managers. FEMA seeks input, especially real-world experiences, that can be incorporated into the guide. Advance

The second of two webinars covering the implications of a recent Supreme Judicial Court ruling that a public comment policy, or “civility restraint,” violates free speech rights. On June 12, Katie Gilfeather, an employee assistance program clinician with AllOne Health, will share practical tips for de-escalating public anger. She will discuss how to maintain composure

Secure your online accounts, money, and reputation with the top password managers. Cybersecurity begins with a strong password. Learn more about password strategy and how to manage all your business and personal passwords. The presenter will be Rob DelMastro, senior business advisor with the MSBDC Central Regional Office.

The Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners (MBLC) will host a webinar for municipal leaders on June 15 to provide an overview of library operations, procedures and statutory requirements. The MBLC notes that Massachusetts is not immune from larger national trends when it comes to local citizens and organized community groups challenging content in public libraries.

You will learn: different models of corporate giving how each model could benefit your organization best ways to pre-position your organization to ask for and obtain support

This one-hour MCPPO training will cover some simple ways that your city or town can protect itself from telemarketing scams and other frauds. Unfortunately, more than ever municipalities are a target for fraudsters and scammers. Using real-world examples from a recent OIG investigation, this training will cover “red flags” to watch out for, how following

FEMA is hosting a 60-minute webinar to provide an overview of the existing document and facilitate a discussion with stakeholders to gather feedback on additional ways to improve the guide titled Engaging Faith-Based and Community Organizations: Planning Considerations for Emergency Managers. FEMA seeks input, especially real-world experiences, that can be incorporated into the guide. Advance

If you have or will seek federal funding, you need to understand Title 2 Part 200 of the Code of Federal Regulations (2 C.F.R. 200). This virtual training will be facilitated by FEMA's Grants Management Technical Assistance and include information on the history, purpose, and organization of 2 C.F.R. 200 as well as practical tips

Join us for this month's Entrepreneurial Meetup at the Nature's Closet in Williamstown! Connect with your fellow innovators over coffee or delicious smoothies and hear from owner Amy Jeschawitz about her entrepreneurial journey! 1Berkshire Entrepreneurial Meetups are free to attend and made possible through the support of the Pittsfield Cooperative Bank. Registration is required.

Over 30 different organizations will be on the exhibit floor with information about resources, grants, trainings, and support for small business. Also hear from panels of experts! This event is free and includes breakfast and lunch. Spanish material and workshop interpretation available.