Editor’s Choice
AIDS Project R.I. to celebrate35th anniversary with gala Aids Project Rhode Island is commemorating its 35th anniversary with a gala cocktail party in the ballroom at the Providence G. This event will feature speaker Bruce Richman, a Rhode Island native who is an HIV activist, educator and founding executive director of the Prevention Access Campaign, which he launched to fight HIV stigma around the world.
Thursday, Feb. 20, 5:30-9 P.M. $100. Providence G, 100 Dorrance St, Providence. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
aidsprojectri.org/celebrate
Establishing connections THE GREATER PROVIDENCE Chamber of Commerce and Social Enterprise Greenhouse will host a networking event. Chat, connect and collaborate with people you might not otherwise have had the chance to get to know, in a casual and fun environment.
Tuesday, Feb. 4, 7:30-9 A.M. Free. Social Enterprise Greenhouse, 10 Davol Square, Suite #100, Providence. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
providencechamber.com/events/details/p2p60-chat-connect-collaborate-on-the-road-at-social-enterprise-greenhouse-836
Buds and suds Big Brothers Big Sisters of Rhode Island will host an event for people who are interested in learning about or joining Big Brothers Big Sisters of Rhode Island. This is a free event and includes complimentary appetizers, brewery tours and beer-tasting.
THURSDAY, FEB. 6, 6-9 P.M. Revival Brewery, 505 Atwood Ave., Cranston. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
pbn.com/event/big-brothers-big-sisters-networking-night-at-revival-2020
Get compliant Starkweather & Shepley Insurance Brokerage Inc. will hold an informational event regarding policy and documentation to satisfy regulators for the R.I. Department of Transportation and Occupational Safety and Health Administration. This class will cover the rules and regulations related to OSHA documentation and what is required for OSHA, DOT and other compliancy regulators.
Friday, Feb. 7, 1-4 P.M. $75. Starkweather & Shepley Insurance Brokerage Inc., 60 Catamore Blvd., Training Room, East Providence. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
eventbrite.com/e/understanding-oshas-dot-required-documentation-tickets-87973379747?aff=ebdssbdestsearch
Museum night The Rhode Island Museum of Science & Art will host an adults-only night at the museum. This event encourages adults to tap into their creative side – to play, create, mix and mingle with snacks, beer, wine and live music. Must be 21 or older.
Saturday, Feb. 8, 7:30-10:30 p.m. $15. Rhode Island Museum of Science & Art, 763 Westminster St., Providence. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
rimosa.org
Instructional fundraising The Association of Fundraising Professionals Rhode Island Chapter will host an event aimed at informing students and young professionals about the different types of jobs in the development and fundraising fields. Network with practitioners during the event to learn about their fundraising career path and the nonprofit organizations they support. The event, called “Careers in Development,” will be hosted in partnership with College LeadershipRI and Rhode Island College.
Monday, Feb. 10, 5:30-7:30 P.M. $5. Rhode Island College, Gaige Hall 200, 600 Mt. Pleasant Ave., Providence. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
eventbrite.com/e/careers-in-development-tickets-86699333039
Startup stories Leadership Rhode Island will host an evening of stories and conversation with women who have started their own businesses. The organization’s goal is to inspire an audience of women to foster their own creativity and pursue new endeavors. Arrive early to mingle and network. Program begins at 6 p.m. Street parking is available.
Tuesday, Feb. 11, 5:30-8 P.M. Free; donations encouraged. Easy Entertaining Inc., 166 Valley St., Building 10, Providence. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
eventbrite.com/e/entrepreneurship-do-it-your-way-registration-89654602329?aff=ebdssbdestsearch
Celebrate R.I.tech ecosystem RHODE ISLAND INNO will host its Inno on Fire awards to celebrate Rhode Island’s technology and innovation ecosystem. Lt. Gov. Daniel J. McKee will be the guest speaker. Drinks and food will be served, and there will be music. Startup chic or cocktail attire suggested.
Wednesday, Feb. 12, 6-9 P.M. $45-$400. District Hall PVD, 225 Dyer St., Providence. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
eventbrite.com/e/rhode-island-inno-on-fire-tickets-83596973799?aff=ebdssbdestsearch
Workforce multiplier The Business Value Forum will host a business forum presented by three corporate executives who chronicle their company’s transition from a command-and-control hierarchical culture to one driven through employee empowerment. Learn about the impact of this culture transition on a company’s top line, bottom line, employee engagement and business value.
Tuesday, Feb. 25, 7:30-9:30 A.M. Bryant University, 1150 Douglas Pike, Smithfield. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
businessvalueforum.org/events
Winter bash THE PROVIDENCE PRESERVATION Society will host a Studio 54-style leap day party at the historical Bucklin Plaza, featuring music, live entertainment and complimentary appetizers. VIP ticketholders gain access to an exclusive lounge with seating, bottomless bubbles and gourmet treats from Rhode Island’s most popular restaurants.
Saturday, Feb. 29, 7:30-11:30 P.M. $35-$400. Bucklin Plaza, 69 Bucklin St., Providence. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
eventbrite.com/e/2020-winter-bash-studio-54-tickets-88165063077
Achieving excellence LIZ RUSSILLO, the 2020 Rhode Island Teacher of the Year, will host an event for educators in the state to collaborate on best practices for maximum student engagement. The morning will consist of two one-and-a-half-hour sessions or one three-hour session. The afternoon will be an unconference-style session. Participants can earn professional-learning units.
Saturday, March 21, 8 A.M. TO 2 P.M. $30. Smithfield High School, 90 Pleasant View Ave., Smithfield. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
eventbrite.com/e/achieving-excellence-together-for-ri-teachers-by-ri-teachers-conference-tickets-88694761419
Interested in having your business-related event included in What’s Happening? Contact PBN Researcher Cassius Shuman at (401) 680-4884 or Research@PBN.com.
