From a cooking demonstration to a podcast information session, there's plenty to enjoy in Boston this week. Read on for a rundown of ideas for how to fill your calendar.
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Mass Tech Networking: Networking & Vendor Showcase
First, Mass Tech Networking is holding its January business networking and vendor showcase event this Tuesday at the Industrious co-working space in the Financial District.
The gathering will include 30 minutes of networking and a presentation by Eric Bloom, the author, former nationally syndicated columnist and TEDx Talk speaker. Bloom's talk will explore how to measure and enhance your IT organization's clout.
When: Tuesday, Jan. 15, 6-8 p.m.
Where: Industrious Financial District, 100 Summer St., #1600, 16th Floor
Admission: $10
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CommonWealth Kitchen: Info Session, Tour & Workshop
Also on Tuesday, the CommonWealth Kitchen is hosting an information session and tour of its shared culinary facility. The free event is designed for anyone seeking technical assistance to launch a food business.
Participants can also purchase tickets to the Start-A-Food Business workshop, which will cover regulatory requirements, tips to start a food truck or catering company, and examples of successful companies.
When: Tuesday, Jan. 15, 6-8:30 p.m.
Where: CommonWealth Kitchen, 196 Quincy St.
Admission: $0-$15
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Milk Street Master Class: Gonzalo Guzman
This Wednesday, chef Gonzalo Guzman is holding a demonstration and discussion on regional Mexican cuisine at Milk Street. Guzman — the chef-owner of the popular San Francisco restaurant Nopalito — will make corn tortillas and other masa-based recipes from scratch. Following the presentation, the chef will sign copies his book, "Nopalito: A Mexican Kitchen" for attendees over wine, beer and snacks featured in the book.
When: Wednesday, Jan. 16, 6-8:30 p.m.
Where: Milk Street, 177 Milk St.
Admission: $75-$110
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Podcast Garage: Is This Thing On? An Orientation to Podcasting
Also this Wednesday, PRX Podcast Garage is hosting a 101 session on the art of podcasting to help participants start their own podcasts. Representatives from the community recording studio and educational hub will share tips on how to identify different podcast styles and produce a podcast, and the support PRX can offer.
When: Wednesday, Jan. 16, 6:30-8 p.m.
Where: PRX Podcast Garage, 267 Western Ave.
Admission: $10
Click here for more details, and to get your tickets
Founders Live: 2019 Kickoff
Lastly, Founders Live is holding its 2019 kickoff event on Thursday at the CIC co-working space downtown. The event will pit five companies against each other to see who has the best business concept. Each company has 99 seconds to pitch their value proposition. The audience chooses a winner following a Q&A session.
Also expect free food, drinks and an opportunity to network with fellow entrepreneurs.
When: Thursday, Jan. 17, 6-8:30 p.m.
Where: CIC - Downtown, 50 Milk St., 20th Floor
Admission: $10
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