MEETUP

Holiday social

Those interested in making new connections during the holiday season are invited to a business social and networking event. There will be a variety of vendors in attendance, offering business services. Wednesday, 6 to 8:30 p.m., Landsdowne Pub, 9 Landsdowne St., Boston. $8.

INFO SESSION

Innovation in software

Learn how to scale sales and understand your product market in a workshop for software companies. Wednesday, 4:30 to 5:30 p.m., Cambridge Innovation Center, 1 Broadway, Cambridge. Free.

BOOT CAMP

Startup support

Attend a workshop on legal essentials for small businesses. There will be a focus on the basics of contracting and partnerships. Wednesday, 12:30 to 1:30 p.m., The Village Works, 202 Washington St., Brookline. Free.

NETWORKING

Drinks and conversation

Young professionals are invited to attend a casual networking event. There will be a guided exercise to facilitate conversation. Wednesday, 6:30 to 9 p.m., The Brahmin, 33 Stanhope St., Boston. $10.

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