The Community Action Partnership of the Greater Dayton Area is offering a course for people interested in starting and maintaining their own business.
The Micro-Enterprise Business Development and Training Program, a 10-week session, begins Jan. 7 and continues through March 10. Classes meet on Thursdays from 6 to 9 p.m. at the Community Action Partnership office, 719 S. Main St., Dayton.
Participants will hear tips from accountants, bankers, attorneys and other professionals.
Enrollment for the program is limited and pre-registration is required.
For more information or to pre-register, contact micro@cap-dayton.org or call 937-341-5000, ext. 125. STAFF REPORT
RIVERSIDE
Free Christmas dinner today
Greater Works Christian Center, 2141 Harshman Road, Riverside will hold a free Christmas dinner from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. today.
For more information, contact Cissy Lovett at 937-414-2874. STAFF REPORT
MIAMI TWP.
Pet adoption event today at Dayton Mall
The Humane Society of Greater Dayton has partnered with the Montgomery County Animal Resource Center and SICSA for the annual Home for the Holidays adoption event from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. today inside the Dayton Mall near J.C. Penney.
The three organizations will have more than 40 pets available for adoption. The MeowZa Cat Boutique in the mall will also be open with more cats and kittens looking for forever homes.
For more information, visit www.hsdayton.org. STAFF REPORT
DAYTON
New Year’s bird walk at Woodland Cemetery
Amanda Lawson, an Ohio certified volunteer naturalist, will lead a slow-paced bird walk through the Woodland Cemetery and Arboretum from 9 to 11 a.m. on Saturday, Jan. 2.
Woodland is home to many diverse species of birds and the bare trees make it easy for viewing.
Attendees should dress appropriately for the weather, wear comfortable walking shoes and bring a camera and binoculars.
The walk will leave from the main entrance of the cemetery, which is located at 118 Woodland Ave. off of Brown Street near the University of Dayton campus.
To make a reservation or for more information, call 937-228-3221. STAFF REPORT
DAYTON
Paying someone else’s energy bill can be a gift
Vectren Energy Delivery is again offering its Gift of Energy program for the holiday season, which allows individuals to make a payment toward the Vectren energy bill of a friend, family member or neighbor.
The monetary pledge will be displayed on the recipient’s next bill as a payment. Both the donor and recipient will receive a Gift of Energy certificate in the mail, listing the donor’s name, recipient’s name and the amount of the pledge. If elected, the donor can remain anonymous.
To give the Gift of Energy, visit www.vectren.com/giftofenergy or contact Vectren toll-free at 800-227-1376. Donors should know the full name and address of the recipient before contacting Vectren. STAFF REPORT
MONTGOMERY COUNTY
Dog licenses available
Montgomery County dog licenses for 2016 are now on sale. Dog owners can purchase their license through Feb. 1.
Owners whose dogs have been spayed or neutered will pay a $20 license fee. Owners whose dogs have not been altered will pay $24 per dog license. STAFF REPORT
DAYTON
Commission meetings canceled
The Montgomery County Board of County Commissioners meetings scheduled for 9:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. Tuesday have been canceled. STAFF REPORT
DAYTON
FilmDayton to lead training on film crew work
“Beyond the Basics – Film Crew Essentials,” a training session led by FilmDayton, will be held Saturday and Sunday, Jan. 16-17, at the Dayton Convention Center, 22 E. Fifth St.
The cost is $125 for members and $175 for non-members before Dec. 30. After Dec. 30, the cost is $150 for members and $200 for non-members. Lunch is included both days.
For more information or to register, go to www.filmdayton.com. STAFF REPORT
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