BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Business & Career Services, Inc. - ECPv6.3.3.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Business & Career Services, Inc. X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://bcsillinois.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Business & Career Services, Inc. REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Chicago BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20260308T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20261101T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260527T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260527T110000 DTSTAMP:20260517T163356 CREATED:20260427T154529Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260517T160035Z UID:10000289-1779874200-1779879600@bcsillinois.org SUMMARY:Excel Pivot Tables Level 1 (Virtual Class) DESCRIPTION:Learn the basics of Pivot Table construction in Excel. We’ll discuss data organization\, define what a pivot table does\, and create several examples of this need-to-know Excel feature. Familiarity with the Sorting and Filtering tools in Excel is recommended.\nPRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED FOR ATTENDING THIS CLASS!  Registration closes 24 hours prior to class. \n \nPLEASE NOTE: \n\nYou must register as there is limited space for this virtual class.\nLog in 10 minutes prior to class. ABSOLUTELY NO ADMITTANCE after session starts. \nClasses are for individuals age 18+.\nIf you need to cancel\, please let us know a minimum of 48 hours prior to class so someone else on the waiting list can use your seat. \nPlease DO NOT REGISTER MORE THAN ONCE.\n\nThis American Job Center is committed to providing all customers with quality\, professional services as well as a safe and comfortable learning environment. The use of our resources implies acceptance of our Customer Code of Conduct\, which is based on the principle of respect for all customers and staff. READ: https://www.ajcwheeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/Customer-Code-of-Conduct-handout.pdf \nQUESTIONS? EMAIL: contact@bcsillinois.org URL:https://bcsillinois.org/event/excel-pivot-tables-level-1-virtual-class-7/ LOCATION:IL CATEGORIES:Computer workshop,Job Search Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://bcsillinois.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/EXCEL-pivot-table-18-20240830-4505698-JKsfrY.webp ORGANIZER;CN="Business and Career Services Inc.":MAILTO:contact@bcsillinois.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260527T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260527T143000 DTSTAMP:20260517T163356 CREATED:20260427T154529Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260517T160035Z UID:10000290-1779886800-1779892200@bcsillinois.org SUMMARY:Excel Charts – Graphically visualize and communicate data (Virtual Class) DESCRIPTION:Excel Charts – Graphically visualize and communicate data using Excel’s robust chart tools\nIn this 90-minute session you’ll learn to make your data more understandable and accessible using Excel’s robust chart feature. Learn how to choose the right chart type (column\, line\, pie\, etc.)\, and explore formatting and layout options. We’ll also explore some of Excel’s lesser known chart types like Sparklines and Forecasting charts. \nPRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED FOR ATTENDING THIS CLASS! Registration closes 24 hours prior to class. \n \nOnce you register\, you will receive the link to enter class shortly before class. Please watch for an email from Business and Career Services\, Inc. \nPLEASE NOTE: \n\nYou must register as there is limited space for this virtual class.\n\n\nLog in 15 minutes prior to workshop. ABSOLUTELY NO ADMITTANCE after session starts. Be sure to allow enough time to log in.\n\n\nClasses are for individuals age 18+.\n\n\nIf you need to cancel\, please let us know a minimum of 48 hours prior to class so someone else on the waiting list can use your seat.\n\n\nPlease DO NOT REGISTER MORE THAN ONCE.\n\nThis American Job Center is committed to providing all customers with quality\, professional services as well as a safe and comfortable learning environment. The use of our resources implies acceptance of our Customer Code of Conduct\, which is based on the principle of respect for all customers and staff. READ: https://www.ajcwheeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/Customer-Code-of-Conduct-handout.pdf \nQUESTIONS? EMAIL contact@bcsillinois.org URL:https://bcsillinois.org/event/excel-charts-graphically-visualize-and-communicate-data-virtual-class-2/ LOCATION:IL ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bcsillinois.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/excel-advanced-excel-charts-6Fk8Fp.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Business and Career Services Inc.":MAILTO:contact@bcsillinois.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260528T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260528T110000 DTSTAMP:20260517T163356 CREATED:20260428T154530Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260517T160036Z UID:10000291-1779960600-1779966000@bcsillinois.org SUMMARY:Excel Pivot Tables Level II (Virtual Class) DESCRIPTION:In this 90-minute webinar we’ll dive deeper into Pivot Tables exploring Pivot Charts\, Slicers\, Timelines\, Calculated Fields and Custom Grouping. Familiarity with basic pivot tables recommended.\nPRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED FOR ATTENDING THIS CLASS!\n \nRegistration closes 24 hours prior to class. \nPLEASE NOTE: \n\nYou must register as there is limited space for this virtual class.\n\n\nLog in 10 minutes prior to class. ABSOLUTELY NO ADMITTANCE after session starts. Be sure to allow enough time to log in.\n\n\nClasses are for individuals age 18+.\n\n\nIf you need to cancel\, please let us know a minimum of 48 hours prior to class so someone else on the waiting list can use your seat.\n\n\nPlease DO NOT REGISTER MORE THAN ONCE.\n\nThis American Job Center is committed to providing all customers with quality\, professional services as well as a safe and comfortable learning environment. The use of our resources implies acceptance of our Customer Code of Conduct\, which is based on the principle of respect for all customers and staff. READ: https://www.ajcwheeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/Customer-Code-of-Conduct-handout.pdf \nQUESTIONS? EMAIL: contact@bcsillinois.org URL:https://bcsillinois.org/event/excel-pivot-tables-level-ii-virtual-class-9/ LOCATION:IL CATEGORIES:Computer workshop,Job Search Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bcsillinois.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/MS-Excel-Advanced-bk3bvU.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Business and Career Services Inc.":MAILTO:contact@bcsillinois.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260528T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260528T143000 DTSTAMP:20260517T163356 CREATED:20260428T154530Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260517T160036Z UID:10000292-1779973200-1779978600@bcsillinois.org SUMMARY:Excel Advanced Concepts-Transform and Manipulate Data with Power Query (Virtual Class) DESCRIPTION:Excel Advanced Concepts – Transform and Manipulate Data with Power Query\nIn this online webinar: Get started with Excel’s amazing data management tool that allows you to manipulate and transform data quickly and easily. Learn how to create\, edit\, load and refresh basic queries that will allow you to more easily solve everyday dataset issues. To get the most out of this session it’s helpful to have a good understanding of how to organize\, sort\, and filter data in Excel. \nPRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED FOR ATTENDING THIS CLASS! Registration closes 24 hours prior to class. \n \nPLEASE NOTE: \n\nYou must register as there is limited space for this virtual class.\n\n\nLog in 15 minutes prior to workshop. ABSOLUTELY NO ADMITTANCE after session starts. \n\n\nClasses are for individuals age 18+.\n\n\nIf you need to cancel\, please let us know a minimum of 48 hours prior to class so someone else on the waiting list can use your seat.\n\n\nPlease DO NOT REGISTER MORE THAN ONCE.\n\nThis American Job Center is committed to providing all customers with quality\, professional services as well as a safe and comfortable learning environment. The use of our resources implies acceptance of our Customer Code of Conduct\, which is based on the principle of respect for all customers and staff. READ: https://www.ajcwheeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/Customer-Code-of-Conduct-handout.pdf \nQUESTIONS? EMAIL contact@bcsillinois.org URL:https://bcsillinois.org/event/excel-advanced-concepts-transform-and-manipulate-data-with-power-query-virtual-class-4/ LOCATION:IL CATEGORIES:Computer workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bcsillinois.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/MS-Excel-Advanced-bk3bvU.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Business and Career Services Inc.":MAILTO:contact@bcsillinois.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260601T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260601T113000 DTSTAMP:20260517T163356 CREATED:20260502T154534Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260517T160037Z UID:10000294-1780308000-1780313400@bcsillinois.org SUMMARY:Job Fair Secrets: Expert advice on how to prepare and navigate with confidence. DESCRIPTION:A step-by-step guide to help you prepare\nThis is an in-person event. \n\n\nNavigating a job fair/hiring event requires preparation. This interactive workshop guides you to successfully prepare\, navigate\, network and follow-up like a pro. Job fairs are an excellent opportunity to network\, connect with potential employers\, and discover new career paths. But navigating a job fair successfully requires strategy\, preparation\, and confidence. In this interactive workshop\, we’ll teach you how to make the most of your job fair experience. \n \nRegistration closes at 7pm the day prior to workshop.  Walk-ins are welcome on a space available basis.\n\n\n\n\nQuestions? email contact@bcsillinois.org \nIMPORTANT: For additional job fairs\, free workshops and free computer classes\, visit https://www.ajcwheeling.com/events/ \n\n\nBCS is committed to providing all customers with quality\, professional services as well as a safe and comfortable learning environment. The use of our resources (in person or virtual) implies acceptance of our Customer Code of Conduct (see attached Code of Conduct)\, which is based on the principle of respect for all customers and staff.\n\n\nhttps://www.ajcwheeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/Customer-Code-of-Conduct-handout.pdf \n\n\n\n\nOur agency is an equal opportunity employer/program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. Funding for this program is made possible through a grant provided by the Chicago Cook Workforce Partnership. This workforce product was funded by a grant awarded by the U.S. Department of Labor’s Employment and Training Administration. For more information please visit\n\n\nChiCookWorks.org/DOL-Funding\n\n. URL:https://bcsillinois.org/event/job-fair-secrets-expert-advice-on-how-to-prepare-and-navigate-with-confidence-6/ LOCATION:Morton Grove Public Library\, 6140 Lincoln Ave\, Morton Grove\, 60053 CATEGORIES:Job Search Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bcsillinois.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Job-Fair-Secrets-Thumbnail-216-x-216-px-IbLmPw.png ORGANIZER;CN="Business and Career Services Inc.":MAILTO:contact@bcsillinois.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260604T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260604T143000 DTSTAMP:20260517T163356 CREATED:20260515T160029Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260517T160036Z UID:10000296-1780578000-1780583400@bcsillinois.org SUMMARY:Optimize Your New MS Outlook Experience (Virtual Class) DESCRIPTION:In this 90-minute webinar\, we will explore practical strategies to organize and streamline your workflow using the new version of Microsoft Outlook. Learn how to effectively manage folders\, create rules\, apply categories\, and use shortcuts and built-in time-saving tools—all within the updated Outlook interface. \nDesigned to help you work smarter\, this session focuses specifically on features and navigation unique to the new Outlook experience (not the Classic version). \nPRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED FOR ATTENDING THIS WORKSHOP! Registration closes 24 hours prior to class. \n \nThis American Job Center is committed to providing all customers with quality\, professional services as well as a safe and comfortable learning environment. The use of our resources implies acceptance of our Customer Code of Conduct\, which is based on the principle of respect for all customers and staff. READ: https://www.ajcwheeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/Customer-Code-of-Conduct-handout.pdf \nQUESTIONS? EMAIL contact@bcsillinois.org URL:https://bcsillinois.org/event/optimize-your-new-ms-outlook-experience-virtual-class/ LOCATION:IL END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260615T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260615T123000 DTSTAMP:20260517T163356 CREATED:20260516T160108Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260517T160037Z UID:10000297-1781517600-1781526600@bcsillinois.org SUMMARY:Hiring Event and Career MiniMart (In Person) DESCRIPTION:Job Fair\, Hiring Event and Career Mini-mart\nWhat is a Career MiniMart? 10:00 am – 12:30 pm\n \nEmployer list will be emailed to people who pre-register on June 8th.\nArrive a little early: \n\nNeed help practicing your “elevator speech” or printing your resume?\nWant to research a hiring company?\n\nDrop into the Career Mini-Mart Resource Center. \n\nPrinters are available to print your resume.\nComputer resources are available to research companies.\nFriendly Coaches are available to practice your “elevator speech.”\n\nWe are here to help you shine. \n\nPlease bring 10 copies of your resume and your smile.\nBe ready to interview.\n\nAnd now: The Hiring Event*\nMon. June 15 from 10:00 am – 12:30pm\n \nJoin us for an On-the-Spot Interview – – there’s something for everyone on our team. Find out what’s best for you and your schedule. Employer list will be emailed to people who pre-register on June 9th. \nRegistration is strongly recommended. \nWalk-ins welcome! \nHiring for multiple industries\, multiple levels and multiple locations! \n \ncontact@bcsillinois.org \nIMPORTANT: For additional virtual job fairs\, free workshops and free computer classes\, visit https://www.ajcwheeling.com/events/ \nThe American Job Center is committed to providing all customers with quality\, professional services as well as a safe and comfortable learning environment. The use of our resources implies acceptance of our Customer Code of Conduct\, which is based on the principle of respect for all customers and staff. READ: \nhttps://www.ajcwheeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/Customer-Code-of-Conduct-handout.pdf \nQUESTIONS? EMAIL: contact@bcsillinois.org \n*subject to change without notice \n  URL:https://bcsillinois.org/event/hiring-event-and-career-minimart-in-person-4/ LOCATION:Indian Trails Public Library District\, 355 Schoenbeck Road\, Wheeling\, IL\, 60090\, United States CATEGORIES:Hiring Event,Job Fair,Job Search Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bcsillinois.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Job-Fair-Secrets-Thumbnail-216-x-216-px-IbLmPw.png ORGANIZER;CN="Business and Career Services Inc.":MAILTO:contact@bcsillinois.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260616T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260616T113000 DTSTAMP:20260517T163356 CREATED:20260517T160038Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260517T160038Z UID:10000298-1781604000-1781609400@bcsillinois.org SUMMARY:LinkedIn Basics LAB (In-Person) DESCRIPTION:New to LinkedIn? Learn the essentials to get started\, which include: \n\nSetting up a strong professional profile.\nHighlighting your skills and experience.\nBuilding your first connections.\n\nSession is In-Person at:\nAmerican Job Center in Wheeling\n1400 S Wolf Road\, Building 200 – Suite 200\nWheeling\, IL 60090 \n\n\n\n \n  URL:https://bcsillinois.org/event/linkedin-basics-lab-in-person-10/ LOCATION:American Job Center in Wheeling\, 1400 South Wolf Road\, Building 200\, Suite 200\, Wheeling\, IL\, 60090\, United States CATEGORIES:Job Search Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bcsillinois.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/linked-in-BJ3ozs.png ORGANIZER;CN="Business and Career Services Inc.":MAILTO:contact@bcsillinois.org END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR