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Chamber will hold fall economic outlook luncheon on health care
THE GREATER PROVIDENCE Chamber of Commerce will hold its fall economic outlook luncheon, titled “The Future of Healthcare in Rhode Island.” The conversation will feature topics on where health care is in the state and where it’s going. Panelists will include Lifespan Corp. CEO and President John Fernandez, Care New England Health System CEO and President Dr. Michael Wagner, Brown University Senior Vice President for Health Affairs and Dean of Medicine and Biological Sciences Dr. Mukesh K. Jain and University of Rhode Island President Marc B. Parlange.
TUESDAY, SEPT. 26, 11:30 A.M. TO 1:15 P.M. $80
R.I. Convention Center, 1 Sabin St., Providence.
INFO AND REGISTRATION: tinyurl.com/2ep4atmp
Running for veterans
THE UNIVERSITY OF MASSACHUSETTS Dartmouth will hold its Race for Veterans 5K. The funds raised will benefit the university’s Veterans’ Services Program Fund, which supports services provided to veteran and military-affiliated students such as military-to-civilian transition assistance, mentorship initiatives, tutoring, and the establishment and operation of a campus veterans center.
SUNDAY, SEPT. 17, 9 A.M. TO NOON. $40/general public; $25/UMass Dartmouth alumni, veterans and active-duty military; $15/children ages 18 and younger; $5/university students
University of Massachusetts Dartmouth, 285 Old Westport Road, Dartmouth.
INFO AND REGISTRATION: tinyurl.com/2zw3t2uh
Revved up
SAINT VINCENT’S SERVICES will hold its 18th annual Motorcycle Run and Raffle. Mass. State Police will escort riders along the scenic ride as they travel through the back roads of Fall River, Assonet, Berkley, Lakeville and Somerset for the 45-mile run, which will end at the Fall River Elks Lodge on North Main Street. Proceeds will support the health organization’s operations.
SUNDAY, SEPT. 17, 9 A.M. TO 2 P.M. $25/riders; $20/veteran riders; $15/passengers
Saint Vincent’s Services, 2425 Highland Ave., Fall River.
INFO AND REGISTRATION: tinyurl.com/y4p2ybke
Mayoral chat
THE TAUNTON AREA Chamber of Commerce will hold a discussion with Taunton Mayor Shaunna O’Connell. The conversation will offer an update on all things related to the city, as well as provide attendees a chance to ask the mayor questions.
TUESDAY, SEPT. 19, 10 A.M. Free/members; $10/nonmembers
Online.
INFO AND REGISTRATION: tinyurl.com/45u6z5ut
Supporting entrepreneurs
THE CENTER FOR WOMEN & Enterprise will hold an in-person support group for women of color looking to start or grow their business. The group is designed as a safe space to discuss anything and everything about your business journey.
TUESDAY, SEPT. 19, 11 A.M. TO NOON. Free
Center for Women & Enterprise, 132 George M. Cohan Blvd., Providence.
INFO AND REGISTRATION: tinyurl.com/mn3pmp96
Discussing the economy
THE GREATER NEWPORT Chamber of Commerce will hold an Economic Outlook Luncheon, hosted by Wyndham Newport Atlantic Resort. The event will share information on what the broader economy will look like, both locally and nationally. Curtis Dubay, a chief economist for the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, will be the keynote speaker.
WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 20, NOON TO 1:30 P.M. $50/members; $60/nonmembers
Wyndham Newport Atlantic Resort, 240 Aquidneck Ave., Middletown.
INFO AND REGISTRATION: tinyurl.com/28vsj6p5
Business fundamentals
THE SOUTH EASTERN Economic Development Corp., along with Eastern Bank, U.S. Small Business Administration, Massachusetts Small Business Development Center and Score, will provide a workshop in which participants will learn the fundamentals of planning, preparing for and financing a small business. The workshop is open to anyone currently in business, starting a business, or thinking about someday owning a business, as well as business assistance professionals who would like to learn more about SEED’s technical assistance programming.
TUESDAY, SEPT. 26, 10 A.M. Free
Online.
INFO AND REGISTRATION: tinyurl.com/2exs4xw5
Empower her
THE CENTER FOR WOMEN & Enterprise will hold a seminar titled “EmpowerHerTech: Bridging the Digital Divide for Women Entrepreneurs.” The computer literacy session will help attendees gain skills and tools to succeed in the digital age while receiving personalized guidance and insights tailored to one’s business needs. This session is designed for women at all levels of computer and tech knowledge, ensuring everyone benefits and thrives in their digital journey.
WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 27, 9:30-11:30 A.M. $50
Center for Women & Enterprise, 132 George M. Cohan Blvd., Providence.
INFO AND REGISTRATION: tinyurl.com/mduyt5hm
Bon Appetit
THE EAST GREENWICH Chamber of Commerce will hold its annual “Savor East Greenwich” to help kick off East Greenwich Restaurant Week. Attendees will be offered various food delicacies from local restaurants. Proceeds raised from the event will support Children’s Wishes.
THURSDAY, SEPT. 28, 5:30-8 P.M. $35
East Greenwich Yacht Club, 10 Water St., East Greenwich.
INFO AND REGISTRATION: tinyurl.com/33tn34n9
Food innovation
JOHNSON & WALES UNIVERSITY will hold a 50th Anniversary Gala for its College of Food Innovation & Technology. Gala attendees will experience the talents of alumni chefs and restaurateurs, current JWU faculty and students, and retired JWU faculty at food stations.
FRIDAY, SEPT. 29, 6 P.M. $250
Johnson & Wales University Culinary Arts Museum, 315 Harborside Blvd., Providence.
INFO AND REGISTRATION: tinyurl.com/65d2ek95
Let’s eat
THE 18TH ANNUAL Blount Fine Foods Corp. New Bedford Seaport Chowder Festival will feature various delicacies from many local restaurants. Attendees will have a chance to vote for their favorite caterers and eateries. The event will also have live entertainment.
SATURDAY, SEPT. 30, 11 A.M. TO 5 P.M. $15/adults; $5/children ages 6-12; Free/children ages 5 and younger
City Pier 3, 51 MacArthur Drive, New Bedford.
INFO AND REGISTRATION: tinyurl.com/mrxmu29u
