Women in Business to Hold 'Manicures & Martinis'

The Somerset County Business Partnership's “Women in Business” group has scheduled it's second annual “Manicures & Martinis” at the in Basking Ridge, a networking event with food, a martini, and a choice of a manicure or chair massage included for admission.

The event is scheduled for 6 to 9 p.m. on Tuesday, August 16, at the hotel at 80 Allen Road.

According to the group, "Manicures & Martinis" will offer local women in business a unique peer networking opportunity. "Last year’s inaugural event was a great success, from both the attendance and enjoyment standpoint," said Diana Sieberg, vice-president of the Business Partnership.

"By recreating the atmosphere of a salon, the evening is the perfect opportunity to relax after a long day, make new business contacts, and enjoy meeting new friends," she said.

Attendees are asked to bring a personal care item for individuals or families to be donated to the local food bank as part of the Somerset County United Way Women’s Initiative. A list of suggested items may be found online.   

Pre-registration is required and may be accomplished online or by calling 908-218-4300. Fee is $50 for Business Partnership members and $55 for non-members. Participation is limited to 75 women with preference given to members of the Business Partnership.

"Women in Business" is a Somerset County Business Partnership initiative directed at the specific needs of women and their businesses. The purpose of the group is to provide learning opportunities about other women-owned businesses. Focus areas include mind, family, society, body, and finances.

The Somerset County Business Partnership serves as central New Jersey’s regional Chamber of Commerce. Members and investors represent public, private and community organizations, who work toward maintaining and promoting economic prosperity and quality of life in Somerset County, according to the partnership.