BUSINESS CALENDAR

* “How to Obtain Financing,” a workshop by the Gold Coast Small Business Development Center, will be held from 1 to 4 p.m. Oct. 27 at 5700 Ralston St., Suite 310, Ventura.

Topics will include funding sources, SBA loan programs, bank criteria for approving loans and basics of financial management.

The cost is $15. Make reservations at 658-2688.