The Lower East Side Employment Network is sponsoring a networking event later this week to help small businesses with a wide range of issues — including legal, financial and recruitment challenges. There will be a presentation by the NYC Department of Small Business Services. LES Employment Network staff will offer information about identifying and training new employees. The event takes place Thursday, 5:30pm-7pm, at Henry Street Settlement’s Workforce Development Center, 99 Essex Street. Call 212-478-5397 if you need more details.