small Business

THURSDAY

LOAN INFORMATION SESSION: A workshop to learn about the criteria for getting a business loan from the Neighborhood Development Center. Noon-1 p.m. Free. Neighborhood Development Center, 663 University Av. W., St. Paul. 651-291-2480.

TUESDAY, JAN. 2

BUSINESS OWNER ADVISORY COUNCIL MEETING: Registration required. the-meridian-group.com. 7:30 a.m.-noon. $99. Staybridge Suites, 5150 American Blvd. W., Bloomington. 952-942-8560.

WEDNESDAY, JAN. 3

SCORE CONSULTATION: Discuss your small business opportunity with a counselor. 1-4 p.m. Free. Maple Grove Library, 8001 Main St. N., Maple Grove. 612-543-6450.

THURSDAY, JAN. 4

BUSINESS OWNER ADVISORY COUNCIL MEETING: Registration required. the-meridian-group.com. 7:30 a.m.-noon. $99. Staybridge Suites, 5150 American Blvd. W., Bloomington. 952-942-8560.