Hawaii Adult Education Association conference, "Building Literacy; Investing in Hawaii's Future," participants select from 10 workshops including, "Students with Learning Disabilities," and "Surfing the Net," 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Nov. 23, Kapiolani Community College. Cost $15 includes lunch. Call 537-6706.

National Speakers Association, Hawaii Chapter presents "Meetings Industry Awareness Night," 5:30 to 8 p.m. Nov. 26, Ala Moana Hotel, Hibiscus Ballroom I. Register before Nov. 18 and cost is $15 for members, $20 for non-members. After Nov. 18, cost is $20 for members, $25 for non-members. Call 377-5679 or 739-9494.

Universal Notary Training "Notary Public One-day Training," Dec. 17, Holiday Inn, Honolulu Airport. Cost: $119, first person; $99, second person; $59, each additional person by Nov. 22. Cost: $139, first person; $119, second person; $99, each additional person after Nov. 22. Call (800) 466-8051.

University of Hawaii-Hilo Small Business Development Center Network,

Leeward office, "Small Business in Hawaii: Getting Started," 9 a.m. to noon Nov. 27. 94-229 Waipahu Depot Road, Suite 402. Call 522-8131.

Waikiki Business and Professional Women's Club looks at expected legislative issues for the 1997-98 session. Panel includes Sen. Carol Fukunaga and executive director of the Hawaii State Commission on Status of Women, Ina Percival. 6:30 p.m. Nov. 26. Waikiki Ambassador Hotel, Cafe Meeting Room. $14 by Nov. 24. Call 942-3961 or 923-7965.

World Wide Web: Learn how to protect your company in negotiating contracts for Web site development, Web commerce, and Internet connectivity, emphasis on travel industry and retailing, 4:30-6:30 p.m. Nov 26, Japanese Cultural Center, Room 102, 2454 South Beretania St. $25 until Nov. 25, 435 at door. Call 626-1300.