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Living the Tea Life

Forget boring brews-tea is a flavor-packed adventure and the second most enjoyed drink in the world, right after water! You'll get the scoop on the different types of tea and how little tweaks in water temperature and steeping time can turn a good cup into a "wow" cup.This isn't just talk-you'll be sipping, comparing, and discovering flavors you didn't even know tea could have. By the end, you'll walk away with brewing skills, flavor know-how, and maybe a new favorite tea (or two, or maybe even three). Join instructor Valarie Banks from TeaLight Teas for a morning of flavor, fun, and tea know-how. You'll leave with tips, tricks, and a happy caffeine (or herbal) buzz-plus the chance to shop teas and accessories.
Saturday, November 14, 2026, Food Service Complex - Room B87 - The Studio

Virtual Coffee Break: AI That Actually Saves You Time (No Tech Skills Needed)

You don't have time to "play around" with AI, and you shouldn't have to. This session skips the hype and gets straight to what works: simple ways to save time on marketing, customer communication, and daily tasks using tools like Claude, ChatGPT, and Gemini. We'll cover custom AI assistants (Gems, GPTs, agents) built specifically for small business needs - no coding, no tech background required. Bring your real business questions and leave with actionable takeaways you can use right away.
Wednesday, December 16, 2026, WWW - Online

Virtual Coffee Break: Resources to Move Your Business Forward

Have an idea for a new product, service, or direction for your business but aren't sure what comes next? Join us for a one-hour Virtual Coffee Break to discover Iowa resources that can help you find expertise, explore funding opportunities, test an idea, solve business challenges, and identify your next step. Representatives from Iowa Source Link and America's SBDC Iowa will share practical resources available to Iowa entrepreneurs and small businesses and how to know which ones are right for you.
Wednesday, October 21, 2026, WWW - Online

Virtual Coffee Break: Unlocking Financing For Your Business

Learn exactly what banks require to approve your retail or service business loan. This session covers essential paperwork, down payments, and credit scores for startups and existing brands. Walk away with a clear checklist to confidently pitch your business to a lender.
Wednesday, November 18, 2026, WWW - Online