Saturday, January 3, 2026 - Sunday, January 4, 2026
Thursday, January 8, 2026
This 4-weeks series is designed to teach you how to utilize your financial statements to better manage and understand your business operations, cash flow, and profitability. Focus includes: interpreting and understanding your financial statements (Profit & Loss, Balance Sheet) hands-on exercise and case study; identifying cash flow cycle and how it impacts your business; learning how to calculate and use financial ratios to troubleshoot fiscal dangers, and analyzing trends to improve business performance; using financial tools to make good business decisions for effective spending and break-even analysis; knowing how to think critically when looking at pricing and costs; and developing forecasts and budgetary tools and techniques to improve profit. You can access free individual one-on-one business consulting simultaneously, or after the series.Saturday, January 10, 2026
Sunset Birding Trek: Oroville Wildlife Area
Saturday, January 10, 3:30 – 5:30 p.m.
Trip Leader: Oscar Rodriguez
Meeting Location: Oroville Wildlife Area CA-162 E
39.49427780844716, -121.67333415532563
Difficulty: Easy (flat trails and observation points)
Photo Courtesy of Karen L. Smith
Join us for a sunset trek through the Oroville Wildlife Area, one of the Sacramento Valley’s hidden gems for winter waterfowl. Watch as Snow Geese, Greater White-fronted Geese, ducks, and Sandhill Cranes gather on the flooded wetlands and raptors soar overhead. Participants will enjoy easy trails and observation points while guides share tips for identifying birds, spotting behaviors, and understanding winter wetland ecology.Bring binoculars, warm layers, and a flashlight with a red lens for the return walk if needed. Cameras are encouraged — the golden light on the wetlands at sunset is spectacular. For questions, contact Oscar Rodriguez, lonewolfthunderhorse@gmail.com.
WAIVER POLICY: Attendance is free, but participants must fill out a liability waiver at
www.altacal.org/waiver
Questions? Email general questions to the trip leader for questions regarding the event.
Thursday, January 15, 2026
This 4-weeks series is designed to teach you how to utilize your financial statements to better manage and understand your business operations, cash flow, and profitability. Focus includes: interpreting and understanding your financial statements (Profit & Loss, Balance Sheet) hands-on exercise and case study; identifying cash flow cycle and how it impacts your business; learning how to calculate and use financial ratios to troubleshoot fiscal dangers, and analyzing trends to improve business performance; using financial tools to make good business decisions for effective spending and break-even analysis; knowing how to think critically when looking at pricing and costs; and developing forecasts and budgetary tools and techniques to improve profit. You can access free individual one-on-one business consulting simultaneously, or after the series.Saturday, January 17, 2026
Get your tickets to "A Night On Broadway" to experience a night of some of Broadway's best musical numbers performed by members of the Birdcage Theatre in a fundraising event directed by Catherine Amanda!This red carpet event will be held at the Oroville State Theater on January 17, 2026 at 7pm!
Thursday, January 22, 2026
This 4-weeks series is designed to teach you how to utilize your financial statements to better manage and understand your business operations, cash flow, and profitability. Focus includes: interpreting and understanding your financial statements (Profit & Loss, Balance Sheet) hands-on exercise and case study; identifying cash flow cycle and how it impacts your business; learning how to calculate and use financial ratios to troubleshoot fiscal dangers, and analyzing trends to improve business performance; using financial tools to make good business decisions for effective spending and break-even analysis; knowing how to think critically when looking at pricing and costs; and developing forecasts and budgetary tools and techniques to improve profit. You can access free individual one-on-one business consulting simultaneously, or after the series.
Thursday, January 29, 2026
For the first time in history, the U.S. workforce consists of five generations working side by side. Each generation brings unique experiences, values, and communication styles that shape how they interact with others in the workplace. Generational Diversity is designed to equip leaders with the knowledge and skills necessary to understand, collaborate, and lead across generational lines, ensuring a harmonious, high-performing team.
Learning Objectives:
- Understand Generational Differences: Recognize the core beliefs and biases that shape each generation's approach to work, communication, and teamwork.
- Enhance Cross-Generational Communication: Develop strategies to foster understanding and effective dialogue among diverse generational groups.
- Lead and Motivate Across Generations: Learn techniques to create an inclusive environment that leverages the strengths of each generation, improving team performance and engagement.
Why This Matters for Your Organization:
- Boost Team Collaboration: Reduce generational misunderstandings and friction, fostering a more cohesive and productive work environment.
- Increase Employee Engagement: Tailor leadership strategies to meet the unique needs of each generation, resulting in higher morale and retention.
- Drive Innovation: Tap into the diverse perspectives of each generation to encourage creativity, innovation, and problem-solving.
Ready to transform your team by embracing generational diversity? Register now and empower your organization to thrive in today’s multi-generational workforce!
Trainer Bio: Dr. Joc Clark has 25+ years of experience in leadership and organizational change. He specializes in strengths-based leadership and coaching, using experiential methods to foster collaboration and transformation. Joc holds a PhD in Leadership & Change Management and an MEd in Organizational Development.
ETP members contact: etp@butte.edu
Thursday, January 29, 2026
This 4-weeks series is designed to teach you how to utilize your financial statements to better manage and understand your business operations, cash flow, and profitability. Focus includes: interpreting and understanding your financial statements (Profit & Loss, Balance Sheet) hands-on exercise and case study; identifying cash flow cycle and how it impacts your business; learning how to calculate and use financial ratios to troubleshoot fiscal dangers, and analyzing trends to improve business performance; using financial tools to make good business decisions for effective spending and break-even analysis; knowing how to think critically when looking at pricing and costs; and developing forecasts and budgetary tools and techniques to improve profit. You can access free individual one-on-one business consulting simultaneously, or after the series.