Tips for saving money on health care costs
Kevin J. Counihan, chief marketing officer of the state Health Connector Authority, and John Vigliotti, health insurance broker, to educate the public, on Friday will address concerns and give tips for saving money when purchasing health care.
The breakfast event, co-sponsored by Seacoast Nursing and Rehabilitation Center and Northeast HomeCare, will be at Seacoast, 292 Washington St. in Gloucester. The meal will be served at 7:30 a.m., and the program will conclude by 9:30 a.m.
The Breakfast Club will include the introduction of new Chamber members, salutes, and the chance to mix with business colleagues and elected officials. A table will be provided for all Chamber member insurance brokers to display material about their businesses. Tours of Seacoast will be available after the talk. Tickets are $20 and may be reserved by contacting the Chamber at 978-283-1601 or info@capeannchamber.com. Advance payment is appreciated.
Businesswomen offer holiday home tour
A tour of homes in the Annisquam and Rowley Shore areas is planned for Saturday by the Businesswomen of the Cape Ann Chamber of Commerce to support the Carolyn O'Connor Scholarship.
The scholarship benefits a woman who is changing careers or returning to the work force after an absence and is in need of further education. The businesswomen have given out four $1,000 scholarships since it was created in 2006 and named after O'Connor, the first chairperson of the Chamber women's group.
The group hopes "Home for the Holidays" will either raise enough money to increase the scholarship amount, or to increase the number of scholarships in the year 2010.
The self-guided tour is open from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., and several homes will be professionally decorated for the holidays.
Tickets are priced at $25 in advance and $30 on the day of the tour. A map showing the location of the homes can be picked up along with tickets on the day of the tour at the Cape Ann Chamber of Commerce, 33 Commercial St., between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m.
Anyone seeking information on the program may contact the Chamber at 978-283-1601, or visit capeannchamber.com.
Lia Sophia names top Gloucester sales advisor
Jessica Noble of Gloucester has earned top honors for outstanding sales accomplishments and professionalism in Lia Sophia's Excellent Beginnings Program.
Lia Sophia, a fashion jewelry company which sells its products through personalized in-home demonstrations, provides opportunities for advisors and recognition, including monthly, quarterly and annual awards.
A newcomer to the fashion jewelry industry, Noble achieved this prestigious recognition in just 15 weeks.
According to Bonnie Davis, vice president of Lia Sophia, "This immediate success is a result of Jessica's hard work and dedication."
Gloucester woman presents improvisation workshop
Kate Ritter, of Gloucester's PC9LIVES and WTG Enterprises, will be the presenter when the Homebased Businesswomen's Network Inc. meets at 7:30 p.m. Thursday at the Village Green Restaurant, Route 1 north, Danvers.
She will present a communications workshop using improvisation tools to improve business and manage stress. Improvisation teaches "yes, and" versus "yes, but" thinking that creates an environment of cooperation and innovation.
As its holiday fair, HBN members will display and sell products and gift certificates for services before and after meeting.
Tickets are $10 at the door (no fee for HBN members). No registration necessary. For information, visit www.h-b-n.org or 978-777-8840.
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