EVENT

Welcome to Boston

Newcomers are invited to attend the Intro to the Boston Startup Community event. Attendees will get acquainted with the Boston ecosystem and get the inside scoop on events, VCs, incubators, and hot issues in the startup scene. Tuesday, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., General Assembly Boston, 51 Melcher St., Boston. Free.

BOOT CAMP

Career advancement

Business professionals, managers, and executives age 45 and up are invited to a career advancement boot camp to create a winning social media presence on LinkedIn. Attendees will learn how to boost profiles, build online referrals, and create a marketable brand. Tuesday, 3 to 5 p.m., Northeastern Crossing, 1175 Tremont St., Roxbury. Free.

SHOWCASE

#BNT70

Come out to Boston New Technology’s October Startup Showcase. Attendees will hear product demonstrations from seven new tech startups, and will have five minutes for Q&A. The event features time for networking with dinner and a chance to meet the presenters. Wednesday, 6 to 9 p.m., Akamai Technologies, 150 Broadway, Cambridge. Free.

Events of note? E-mail us at agenda@globe.com.