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SUMMARY:TO BE RESCHEDULED Access to Capital Series Session 3: How to Access Small Business Grants
DESCRIPTION:The Rockland County Economic Development & Tourism Department has partnered with the Women’s Enterprise Development Center (WEDC) to provide this “Access to Capital” Series for residents and businesses in Clarkstown.  (Stay tuned for future opportunities in the other towns.) \nHow to Access Small Business Grants\nSpeaker: TBA \nTuesday\, February 17\, 2026 | 6-8pm – THIS SESSION IS BEING RESCHEDULED; STAY TUNED FOR NEW DATE!\nNew City Library\, 220 N Main Street\, New City\, NY 10956 \n 
URL:https://explorerocklandny.com/event/access-to-capital-series-session-3-how-to-access-small-business-grants/
LOCATION:New City Library\, 220 N Main Street\, New City\, NY\, 10956\, United States
CATEGORIES:Economic Development
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ORGANIZER;CN="Women's Enterprise Development Center (WEDC)":MAILTO:info@wedcbiz.org
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SUMMARY:Access to Capital Series Session 2: Navigating Cash Flow
DESCRIPTION:The Rockland County Economic Development & Tourism Department has partnered with the Women’s Enterprise Development Center (WEDC) to provide this “Access to Capital” Series for residents and businesses in Clarkstown.  (Stay tuned for future opportunities in the other towns.) \nNavigating Cash Flow\nSpeaker: Evena Sumra\, Senior Business Consultant | Coaching for Impact\, Chase Business Banking \nTuesday\, February 10\, 2026 | 6-8pm\nWest Nyack Free Library\, 65 Strawtown Road\, West Nyack\, NY 10994 \nClick HERE to register. \nFor more information\, email pazill@wedcbiz.org
URL:https://explorerocklandny.com/event/access-to-capital-series-session-2-navigating-cash-flow/
LOCATION:West Nyack Free Library\, 65 West Strawtown Road\, West Nyack\, NY\, 10994\, United States
CATEGORIES:Economic Development
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SUMMARY:Access to Capital Series Session 1: The Power of Capital
DESCRIPTION:The Rockland County Economic Development & Tourism Department has partnered with the Women’s Enterprise Development Center (WEDC) to provide this “Access to Capital” Series for residents and businesses in Clarkstown.  (Stay tuned for future opportunities in the other towns.) \nThe Power of Capital\nSpeaker: Evena Sumra\, Senior Business Consultant | Coaching for Impact\, Chase Business Banking \nTuesday\, February 3\, 2026 | 6-8pm\nValley Cottage Library\, 110 Route 303\, Valley Cottage \nClick HERE for more information and to register for this session.
URL:https://explorerocklandny.com/event/the-power-of-capital/
LOCATION:Valley Cottage Library\, 110 NY-303\, Valley Cottage\, New York\, 10989
CATEGORIES:Economic Development
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ORGANIZER;CN="Women's Enterprise Development Center (WEDC)":MAILTO:info@wedcbiz.org
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SUMMARY:Ready to Turn Your Talents into a Side Hustle?
DESCRIPTION:Join the Women’s Enterprise Development Center for this FREE online workshop! \nReady to make extra income doing what you love?  Learn how to turn your skills\, ideas\, or hobbies into a side hustle that fits your life and fuels your goals! \nWorkshop Topics: \n\nFind your “why” and build a hustle that lasts\nMatch your passions with real market needs\nLearn how to spot trends and find your perfect niche\nPlan your finances wisely from startup to growth\nManage your time effectively to balance work\, life and your new hustle\n\nClick HERE for more information and to register. \nReasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance.  Contact the Women’s Enterprise Development Center Inc. at 914.948.6098. \nFunded in part through a Cooperative Agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration.
URL:https://explorerocklandny.com/event/ready-to-turn-your-talents-into-a-side-hustle/
CATEGORIES:Economic Development
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SUMMARY:Empowering Entrepreneurs in Rockland County - Kickoff Event
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a dynamic evening celebrating entrepreneurship and community.  Discover WEDC’s upcoming 2026 small business training programs and connect with local organizations that support small business growth. \nWhat You’ll Experience: \n\nA welcome from Rockland County Department of Economic Development and Tourism\nIntroduction to WEDC’s 2026 business training opportunities in Rockland County\nMeet community partners and hear brief presentations about their services\nNetwork with fellow entrepreneurs\nEngage in 1:1 conversations with resource partners at their tables\n\nClick HERE for more information and to register.
URL:https://explorerocklandny.com/event/empowering-entrepreneurs-in-rockland-county-kickoff-event/
LOCATION:Clarkstown Town Hall\, 10 Maple Avenue\, New City\, 10956\, United States
CATEGORIES:Economic Development
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