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Chamber to talk proposed budget at Eggs & Issues breakfast THE NORTHERN RHODE ISLAND Chamber of Commerce will hold an Eggs & Issues breakfast discussion, hosted by the Kirkbrae Country Club. Join Chamber members for an insightful discussion as they dive into Gov. Daniel J. McKee’s proposed budget and policy agenda for the 2026 legislative session. This is an opportunity to discover the priorities and initiatives that are shaping the state’s future.
TUESDAY, FEB. 3, 8:30-9:30 A.M. $35/members; $55/nonmembers. Kirkbrae Country Club, 197 Old River Road, Lincoln.INFO AND REGISTRATION:
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Building new relationships THE GREATER NEWPORT Chamber of Commerce will hold a Networking Coffee Hour session, hosted by the Newport Art Musuem. Join Chamber members for coffee and conversation at the monthly networking event hosted in partnership with the Rhode Island Small Business Development Center at Innovate Newport. Meet other professionals and business owners and learn more about the Chamber and the business development center.
TUESDAY, FEB. 3, 8-9 A.M. Free. Newport Art Museum, 76 Bellevue Ave., Newport. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
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Legal matters THE CENTER FOR Women & Enterprise will hold a workshop titled “Legal Considerations When Growing a Business.” Attend this workshop to learn how to avoid common mistakes and employ preventative measures that can protect and ensure the success of your growing business. Topics will include intellectual property considerations, licenses and regulations. Instructor Robert Best is an attorney and member at Sulloway & Hollis PLLC, a regional law firm headquartered in Concord, N.H., that focuses on health care, nonprofit, real estate and business clients.
WEDNESDAY, FEB. 4, NOON TO 1:30 P.M. $50/$30/$10 sliding scale. Online. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
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Establishing connections THE SOUTHERN RHODE ISLAND Chamber of Commerce will hold a First Friday Coffee networking session, hosted by Navigant Credit Union and the Rotary Club of Wakefield. Attendees will have an opportunity to meet and mingle with the best and brightest of southern Rhode Island’s local business community in a relaxed setting over coffee. Attendees are encouraged to bring business cards.
FRIDAY, FEB. 6, 8-9 A.M. $5/members; $10/nonmembers. Navigant Credit Union, 172 Main St., South Kingstown. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
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Annual meetingand awards THE TRI-TOWN CHAMBER of Commerce will hold its 37th Annual Meeting and Success & Service Awards, hosted by the Plainridge Park Casino. The Success & Service Awards recognize its members for their contributions to the Chamber in 2025, as well as their dedication to the communities of Foxborough, Mansfield and Norton. The featured speaker will be Erik Noyes, director of The Generator – Interdisciplinary AI Lab at Babson College, which trains 1,000 small-business owners in artificial intelligence for business growth.
FRIDAY, FEB. 6, 11:30 A.M. TO 1:30 P.M. $60/members; $70/nonmembers. Plainridge Park Casino, 301 Washington St., Plainville, Mass. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
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Hospitality on the road THE RHODE ISLAND Hospitality Association will hold a Hospitality on the Rhode gathering, hosted by Innovate Newport. The statewide advocacy tour brings legislative updates directly to hospitality businesses across Rhode Island through free, in-person meetings. Hear from operators across the state as the organization shares what’s happening at the Statehouse and discusses issues impacting the industry.
FRIDAY, FEB. 13, 9-10 A.M. Free. Innovate Newport, 513 Broadway, Newport. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
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RI VegFest THE WATERFIRE ARTS CENTER will host the sixth annual RI VegFest, a fully vegan food festival. The indoor festival will feature more than 85 vendors, restaurants, vegan artists, makers, food producers, nonprofits and retailers. Restaurants will have meals for sale, and some may offer samples. The Inside Voices bar will be stocked with beer and vegan mocktails and cocktails, using local and regional spirits.
SATURDAY AND SUNDAY, FEB. 21-22, NOON TO 5 P.M. $12.25 per day. The WaterFire Arts Center, 475 Valley St., Providence. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
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Getting started THE RHODE ISLAND Small Business Development Center will hold a Startup Foundations online workshop titled “How to Start a Business.” This monthly webinar is designed for aspiring entrepreneurs who are considering starting a business. This session breaks down the core components of launching a business, including time commitment, legal and financial considerations, market validation and the mindset required to move from concept to execution. The featured speaker will be RISBDC counselor Maggie Longo.
MONDAY, FEB. 23, 4-6 P.M. Free. Online. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
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Leadership luncheon THE GREATER PROVIDENCE Chamber of Commerce will hold its 2026 Rhode Island Legislative Leadership Luncheon, hosted by the R.I. Convention Center. Chamber President Laurie White will host a candid conversation with leaders of the R.I. House and Senate as they respond to questions regarding critical issues facing the business community today and priorities for the coming year.
TUESDAY, FEB. 24, NOON TO 1:30 P.M. $90. R.I. Convention Center, 1 Sabin St., 5th Floor Ballroom, Providence. INFO AND REGISTRATION: t
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Business after hours THE ONE SOUTHCOAST CHAMBER of Commerce will hold a Business After Hours networking session, hosted by HealthFirst Family Care Center Inc. The event provides an opportunity for attendees to mingle and build business relationships in an informal setting. These mixers are held monthly in partnership with member businesses. Attendees are encouraged to bring business cards for a chance to win the door prize. Appetizers will be served and a cash bar will be available.
THURSDAY, FEB. 26, 5-7 P.M. Free/members; $25/nonmembers. HealthFirst Family Care Center, 387 Quarry St., #100, Fall River. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
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