NetSplurge is a super simple, customizable site that houses your favorite and most-used links. Along with a "notices" feature, where you can add and edit upcoming dates to remember, it has a calendar feature, which allows you to create events and manage events, and a standard Google search bar.
Signing up is quick and free. Just click "Sign Up" and begin adding your favorite links. You will have your new homepage within seconds.
Note that your homepage/calendar is secure: only you can see it, edit your links and edit your calendar.