The fifth annual Hanover Open charity golf tournament is scheduled for Monday, October 6, 2008 at Hanover Country Club. The format is captain's choice. Shotgun start is at 12:30 p.m.

Proceeds from the tournament create scholarships for graduating seniors at all four high schools in Hanover County. Hanover Country Club features a newly designed 18-hole course nestled in the rolling hills of Hanover, 4 miles west of Ashland off Route 54. The day concludes with dinner and prizes.

To register, CLICK HERE or contact the HABCC office at 804-798-8130.

Part of the 2008 Fall Specialty Seminar Schedule. Presented by the Virginia Department of Business Assistance. The seminar will be held at TRANE, 10408 Lakeridge Parkway, Ashland. Registration is required by calling 804-365-6464 or emailing kosimpson@co.hanover.va.us.

"Leadership Development for your Business". Presented by a professional AdviCoach. Network with other business professionals, enjoy a continental breakfast, and learn how to "Make Your Success a Reality". Seminars will be held at Hanover County Economic Development, 9097 Atlee Station Road, Suite 304, Mechanicsville. Registration required/Limited seating. Contact Kaye Simpson at 804-365-6464 or email kosimpson@co.hanover.va.us.

Part of the 2008 Fall Specialty Seminar Schedule. Presented by Sklar Technology Partners. The seminar will be held at TRANE, 10408 Lakeridge Parkway, Ashland. Registration is required by calling 804-365-6464 or emailing kosimpson@co.hanover.va.us. There is no cost to attend.

Due to the number of small businesses that have concerns about surviving the current economic turmoil, the Small Business Development Center of the Greater Richmond Chamber developed a seminar to help you through these tough times. Topics will be presented by experts in the industry on:
* Financial - Driving and Managing Cash Flow
* HR - Downsizing Human Resource Assets
* Marketing - Sales and Marketing in Difficult Times
* Strategy - Developing a Strategic Plan that Works in Today's Economy

Location: Greater Richmond Chamber
600 E. Main Street, Suite 700

"Estate Planning for Business". Part of a series of seminars presented by a professional AdviCoach. Come and network with other business professionals, enjoy a continental breakfast, and learn how to "Make Your Success a Reality". Seminars will be held at Hanover County Economic Development, 9097 Atlee Station Road, Suite 304, Mechanicsville. Registration required/Limited seating. Call Kaye Simpson at 804-365-6464 or email kosimpson@co.hanover.va.us.

As business and community leaders, join us to learn about the educational experience and curriculum designed for achieving recognized industry standards in areas of trades and technology. The Center's programs allow students to master workforce readiness skills necessary to obtain employment or continuing education in their trades.

8:00 a.m. - Registration and Continental Breakfast
8:30 a.m. - Program Presentation and Tours

Location - Hanover Center for Trades and Technology
10002 Learning Lane (behind Hanover High complex)
Mechanicsville, VA 23116

This seminar is part of the 2008 Fall Specialty Seminar Schedule. Speakers are Mark James of The Growth Coach, and Steve Ellis of WorkShaper. There is no cost to attend, however, registration is required by calling 804-365-6464 or emailing kosimpson@co.hanover.va.us. Seminars will be held at TRANE, 10408 Lakeridge Parkway, Ashland.

Start the holiday season at the November networking social hosted by Union Bank and Trust at Sliding Hill Road branch. Located 1/4 mile west of the intersection of Atlee Station Road and Sliding Hill Road, it's accessible from I-95 as well as Route 1, east of the Atlee-Elmont interchange. Homemades by Suzanne provides delicious seafood-themed hors d'oeuvres.

Place:

Union Bank and Trust Company
9665 Sliding Hill Road, Ashland

Date: Wednesday, November 19, 2008

Time: 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

Cost: $7.00/member; $10.00/non-member

Part of the 2008 Fall Specialty Seminar Schedule. Representatives from The Martin Agency will lead the discussion on "Developing Your Brand". There is no cost to attend, however, registration is required. Call the Hanover Department of Economic Development at 804-365-6464 or email kosimpson@co.hanover.va.us. Seminar will be held at TRANE, 10408 Lakeridge Parkway, Ashland.

Part of the 2008 Fall Specialty Seminar Schedule. Representatives from The Martin Agency will lead the discussion on "Reaching Your Customer". There is no cost to attend, however, registration is required by calling 804-365-6464 or emailing kosimpson@co.hanover.va.us. Seminar will be held at TRANE, 10408 Lakeridge Parkway, Ashland.

Part of the 2008 Fall Specialty Seminar Schedule. Representatives of Hanover County and the Department of Business Assistance will lead the discussion. There is no cost to attend, however, registration is required by calling 804-365-6464 or emailing kosimpson@co.hanover.va.us. Seminar will be held at TRANE, 10408 Lakeridge Parkway, Ashland.

"Ingredients for a Successful Business". Part of a series of seminars presented by a professional AdviCoach. Come and network with other business professionals, enjoy a continental breakfast, and learn how to "Make Your Success a Reality". Seminars will be held at Hanover County Economic Development, 9097 Atlee Station Road, Suite 304, Mechanicsville. There is no cost, however, registration is required. There is limited seating. Contact Kaye Simpson at 804-365-6464 or kosimpson@co.hanover.us.

Celebrate the holidays in traditional Hanover County fashion at the Hanover Tavern! Take an evening to mix and mingle with fellow HABCC members on the veranda and throughout the meeting rooms of this historic building. Elegant hors d'oeuvres will be prepared by the experts at Michelle's Restaurant. Mark your calendars now!

Date: Wednesday, December 17, 2008

Time: 5:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Location: Hanover Tavern, Hanover Courthouse

Cost: $20.00/members; $25.00/non-members