THE WEEK AHEAD: Business events, May 5-11

WEDNESDAY

JOB FAIR

Holbrook: Employers looking for local talent, presented by the Suffolk County Department of Labor, bring copies of your resume and dress to impress, 10 a.m., Sachem Public Library, 150 Holbrook Rd., free, sachemlibrary.org, 631-853-6600.

ESSENTIALS OF FUNDING YOUR BUSINESS

Online: Learn the importance of a well-written business plan, funding options, more, 7 p.m., Hempstead Public Library, 115 James A. Garner Way, free, email referencedesk@hempsteadlibrary.info to register for a link, hempsteadlibrary.info, 516-481-6990.

THURSDAY

NETWORKING EVENT

Southampton: Connect with business leaders at Long Island Association's East End Committee Networking Event and get an opportunity to build relationships, exchange ideas and engage with professionals across key industries, 5-7:30 p.m., Southampton Inn, 91 Hill St., $25, reserve, includes one complimentary drink ticket and hors d'oeuvres, cash bar available, longislandassociation.org, 631-493-3000.

IS ENTREPRENEURSHIP FOR YOU?

Online: Learn the basics of starting a business, types of companies, skills needed for success and more; for those living with a disability and their family members, 10 a.m., presented by the New York State Center for Entrepreneurial Empowerment at Farmingdale State College's Small Business Development Center, free, register for a link, farmingdale.edu/sbdc, 934-420-2765.

By Gina Tabarus

gtabarus@newsday.com