The Anchorage Chamber of Commerce is holding its Make It Monday forum at noon Jan. 13 at the 4th Avenue Theatre. The Anchorage Caucus, Plans for 2003 is the scheduled topic. The cost is $14 for members and $20 for others. For additional information, call 907-272-2401 or visit www.anchoragechamber.org.

WOMEN$fund, a program of YWCA of Anchorage, is offering a free orientation for assisted living home courses from 6-8 p.m. Jan. 13 at the YWCA office, 324 E. Fifth Ave. For additional details, call 907-644-9612 or e-mail dfagan@ywcaak.org.

Commonwealth North is holding its monthly forum at 7 a.m. Jan. 14 at the Hotel Captain Cook. Harrison H. Schmitt, the last man to walk on the moon, is the scheduled speaker. The cost is $20 for members and $25 for others. For reservations, call 907-276-1414, ext. 1.

The Anchorage Chamber of Commerce Business Connection Breakfast is planned for 7:30 a.m. Jan. 14 at Harry's restaurant, 101 W. Benson Blvd. The prepaid cost is $12 for members and $14 for others. The cost at the door is $14 for members and $16 for others. For reservations or more information, call 907-272-2401.

The Matanuska-Susitna Borough Small Business Development Center and the Alaska Division of Community and Business Development are offering a free workshop entitled, "Getting Started in Business," from 9 a.m. to noon Jan. 14 at the Matanuska Telephone Association building, 480 Commercial Drive in Palmer. Registration is required. For more information and registration, call 907-373-7232.

The University of Alaska Anchorage's Community and Technical College Department of Workforce and Community Education is offering a computer course entitled, "Access Beginning," from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Jan. 14 at the University Center, 3901 Old Seward Highway. The cost is $165. A computer course entitled, "QuickBooks Pro," and a general business course entitled, "Training For the Trainers," are scheduled from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Jan. 15 at the same location. For more information, call 907-786-6750 or visit www.training.uaa.alaska.edu.

The Foraker Group is offering a training session for nonprofit organizations on dealing with harassment in the workplace from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Jan. 14 at the BP Energy Center, 900 E. Benson Blvd. in Anchorage. The cost is $25 for Foraker partner members and $50 for others. For reservations, contact Karma Tomlinson by e-mail at ktomlinson@ak.org. or call 907-263-2092.

The University of Alaska Procurement Technical Assistance Center is sponsoring a free Meet the Agency, Fairbanks North Star Borough, workshop from 11 a.m. to noon Jan. 14 at the Small Business Development Center/PTAC conference room, 613 Cushman St. in Fairbanks. A free workshop entitled, "Ten Steps to Successful Government Contracting," is scheduled from 10 a.m. to noon Jan. 15 at the same location. For more information, call 907-456-7232.

The Greater Fairbanks Chamber of Commerce is holding its general membership luncheon at noon Jan. 14 at the Westmark Fairbanks Hotel. John Rense, vice president/chief operations officer of NANA Regional Corp. Inc., will discuss the topic, "NANA Looks at Fairbanks." The luncheon cost is $11.25. For more information, call 907-452-1105.

The Greater Soldotna Chamber of Commerce is holding its weekly meeting at noon Jan. 14 at the Riverside House, 44611 Sterling Highway. Ron Arnold, Iditarod National Millennium Trail, is the scheduled speaker. For more information, call 907-262-9814.

The Greater Wasilla Chamber of Commerce is holding its weekly luncheon program at noon Jan. 14 at the Mat-Su Resort, 1850 Bogard Road. Lura Hegg of Teeland Middle School will offer a presentation regarding "Workforce Preparation." Program fees are $3 for members and $5 for others. An optional lunch is available. For more information, call 907-376-1299.

The Alaska Chapter of the Public Relations Society of America is scheduling a luncheon program from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Jan. 15 at the Hilton Anchorage Hotel. The cost for members is $20 and $22 for others. For reservations or more information, call 907-566-0717.

The Anchorage Board of Realtors is holding a luncheon meeting from noon to 1:30 p.m. Jan. 15 at the Millennium Hotel Anchorage. The annual real estate market forecast is scheduled. The cost is $25. For more information, call 907-561-2338.

The Anchorage Economic Development Corp. is holding its Annual Economic Forecast Luncheon from noon to 1:15 p.m. Jan. 15 at the Egan Civic & Convention Center. Jeff Thredgold, president of Thredgold Economic Associates, will present an outlook on the international and national economy and its implications on Alaska. Scott Goldsmith, professor of economics at the University of Alaska Anchorage, will present the 2003 economic outlook for Anchorage. Larry Crawford, president and chief executive of AEDC, will give a preview of the key projects AEDC is implementing in 2003. Tickets cost $25. For reservations or more information, call 907-258-3700.

The Architecture/Engineering Marketing Association of Alaska is holding its monthly meeting at noon Jan. 15 at the Millennium Anchorage Hotel. Jeff Staser, federal co-chairman of the Denali Commission, will discuss the topic, "The Denali Commission - A Catalyst for Positive Change." The cost is $18 for members and $22 for others. For reservations, contact Evie Clark at clark@alaska.coffman.com or call 907-257-9242.

The Greater Ketchikan Chamber of Commerce is holding its weekly chamber luncheon at noon Jan. 15 in Steamers At The Dock. The cost is $12 for members and $14 for others. The Ketchikan Chamber also is planning its Awards Banquet Jan. 18 at the same restaurant. Details are pending. For more information, call 907-225-3184.

The Greater Palmer Chamber of Commerce is holding its weekly meeting at noon Jan. 15 at the Palmer Moose Lodge, 1136 S. Cobb St. The cost is $10. For additional information, call 907-745-2880.

The Kenai Chamber of Commerce is holding its weekly meeting at noon Jan. 15 at the Paradisos Restaurant in downtown Kenai. Mitch Michaud, U.S. Department of Agriculture Natural Resources Conservation Services, is the scheduled speaker. The luncheon cost is $10.50. For more information, call 907-283-7989.

The Resource Development Council for Alaska Inc. is presenting a program at 7:30 a.m. Jan. 16 at the Petroleum Club of Anchorage, 3301 C St. Breakfast costs $13. Reservations are required. For more information, call 907-276-0700.

The Alaska Chapter of the American Marketing Association is holding a luncheon presentation at noon Jan. 16 at the Hilton Anchorage Hotel. Mike Heatwole, corporate communications manager for Alyeska Pipeline Service Co., is the scheduled speaker. The cost is $18 for members and $24 for others. The public is invited to attend. For reservations, call the 907-566-3911 or e-mail info@amaak.org.

The North Peninsula Chamber of Commerce is holding its weekly meeting at noon Jan. 16 at the North Kenai Baptist Church, Kenai Spur Highway, Mile 2. The cost is $10. For more information, call 907-776-3250.

The Anchorage Chamber of Commerce Business After Hours is slated for 5-6:30 p.m. Jan. 16 at Cal Worthington Ford, 1950 Gambell St. For additional information, call 907-272-2401.

The Institute of Management Accountants is holding its monthly technical meeting from 6-9 p.m. Jan. 16 at the Millennium Hotel Anchorage. The cost is $24. For more information, contact Barbara Bryant at 907-257-2325.

The Anchorage Convention & Visitors Bureau is holding its first Membership Convention, "ACVB 2003, A New Year, A New Look," beginning at 7:30 a.m. Jan. 17 at the Egan Civic & Convention Center. The convention will feature educational break-out opportunities, member forums and the ACVB's Winter 60 Products in 60 Minutes Exchange. The Anchorage Convention & Visitors Bureau also is holding its monthly membership luncheon at noon at the same location. ACVB's annual Report to the Community is scheduled. The luncheon cost is $15 for members and $20 for others. The January Business Exchange will take place from 5-7 p.m. at the Rumrunner's Old Towne Bar, 330 E St. For more information, call 907-257-2323.

The Alaska World Affairs Council is presenting a program at noon Jan. 17 in the Hilton Anchorage Hotel. Program lunch fees are $18 for members and $20 for others. For more information, call 907-276-8038.

The Ketchikan Visitors Bureau is holding its monthly membership meeting at noon Jan. 17 at the WestCoast Cape Fox Lodge. Bob Dindinger, president of Alaska Travel Adventures and the 2003 chairman of the Alaska Travel Industry Association, will address the trends in developing packages for both consumers and the travel trade industry and will present an update on the ATIA's efforts to secure state marketing dollars. For more information, call 907-225-6166 or e-mail info@visit-ketchikan.com.

The Juneau Chamber of Commerce is holding its weekly meeting at noon Jan. 17 at the Aspen Hotel. The luncheon cost is $13. For more information, call 907-463-3488.

The Seward Chamber of Commerce is holding its general membership meeting at noon Jan. 17 at the Harbor Dinner Club. For more information, call 907-224-8051.

The Anchor Toastmaster Club is holding its weekly meeting from 12:30-1:30 p.m. Jan. 17 at the Federal Building, 222 W. 7th Ave., Anchorage. Members prepare and give speeches as they develop their speaking skills. The meeting is free to guests. For more information, contact Diana Storo at 907-345-3521.