Wednesday
Free tax workshop: The Vancouver office of the Washington State Department of Revenue is hosting a free workshop for new and small-business owners, 9 a.m. to noon at 8008 N.E. Fourth Plain Blvd., Suite 340, Vancouver. Participants will learn about Washington excise taxes, reporting classifications, deductions, tax incentives, sales tax collection and record-keeping requirements. All receive a workbook and a reference guide to Department of Revenue rules. Visit website for a complete schedule of workshops and short video version of the workshop. Register www.dor.wa.gov or 360-256-2060.
Thursday
Economic outlook: An Edward Jones seminar “Outlook for 2014,” 2 and 3:30 p.m. at 6204 N.E. Highway 99, Suite E. Refreshments will be served. * Reservations: Sarah, 360-695-8528.
Financial workshop: Vicki Fitzsimmons of Edward Jones Investments presents a free seminar, “Bring Balance to Your Budget,” 5:30-6:15 p.m. at 9901 N.E. Seventh Ave., Suite A102, Vancouver. Fitzsimmons will discuss the balance between saving and borrowing. Register: Debra, 360-573-6604.
Friday
East Vancouver Business Association: Networking breakfast, 8 to 9 a.m., Cascade Athletic Club, 16096 S.E. 15th St. Brian Rohan with Advocare will speak about health for the new year. Kathy Mensinger, 360-980-2624.