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Convention Center to hostR.I. Home Show in April THE 75TH ANNUAL Rhode Island Home Show, the region’s largest home improvement exhibition, will feature various home exhibitors and displays offering trends and services to residents. It will also feature the Flower Show, the 10,000-square-foot Garden Experience, the annual Energy Expo, the House of Brews and the Inspiration Showcase.
THURSDAY, APRIL 10, THROUGH SUNDAY, APRIL 13. $12/adults; $10/senior citizens; Free/children ages 15 and younger. R.I. Convention Center, 1 Sabin St., Providence. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
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LEADS Lunch THE CENTRAL RHODE ISLAND Chamber of Commerce will hold its LEADS Luncheon event, hosted by Red White & Brew Coffeehouse. Attendees will have the opportunity to share their “60-second commercial” to help others better understand what you do, what you have to offer and who you need to meet. Lunch will be served.
FRIDAY, MARCH 28, NOON TO 1:30 P.M. $10/members; $25/nonmembers. Red White & Brew Coffeehouse, 1800 Post Road, Unit 26, Warwick. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
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Business discussion ONE SOUTHCOAST CHAMBER of Commerce will hold its State of Business Luncheon, featuring Fall River Mayor Paul Coogan. The mayor will deliver his “State of Business” address, detailing past accomplishments, goals, planned policies and objectives for the city and its developing business community.
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 2, 11:30 A.M. TO 1 P.M. $75. Fall River Country Club, 4232 North Main St., Fall River. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
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Commerce and coffee THE EAST BAY Chamber of Commerce will host a Coffee & Commerce breakfast. The event will feature local business leaders meeting with area legislators to talk about the current state of the business community.
FRIDAY, APRIL 4, 8 A.M. $5/members; $10/nonmembers. East Bay Chamber of Commerce, 16 Cutler St., Warren. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
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Finding truth THE UNIVERSITY OF RHODE ISLAND will host TEDxURI, themed “Finding the Truth.” The event, featuring 10 speakers, will explore how people understand the world by asking questions, examining information and considering different viewpoints. Speakers from various backgrounds will share insights on critical thinking, problem-solving and the role of curiosity in discovering new ideas.
SUNDAY, APRIL 6, 2 P.M. $30/general admission; $10/students. University of Rhode Island, Edwards Auditorium, 64 Upper College Road, South Kingstown. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
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Money smart THE RHODE ISLAND Small Business Development Center and Bristol County Savings Bank will hold a workshop on banking basics titled “Money Smart.” The event will have an array of business services that banks offer that entrepreneurs may not be aware of, including reporting and bundling; payment solutions and merchant services; financing options and sources; and how to avoid scams.
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 9, 10-11 A.M. Free. Online. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
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Celebrating achievement THE GREATER NEWPORT Chamber of Commerce will hold its 19th annual Excellence in Business Awards ceremony, hosted by Wyndham Atlantic Resort. The event will recognize five local businesses for their efforts in supporting the community in the past year. Dinner will be served and a cash bar will be available.
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 9, 6:30-8:30 P.M. $65/members; $75/nonmembers. Wyndham Atlantic Resort, 240 Aquidneck Ave., Middletown. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
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Impactful businesses SOCIAL ENTERPRISE GREENHOUSE will hold its third annual Impact Business Showcase, hosted by Farm Fresh Rhode Island. The event is an opportunity to invest in the next generation of entrepreneurs and community leaders shaping the state’s business future.
THURSDAY, APRIL 10, 6-9 P.M. $50. Farm Fresh Rhode Island, 10 Sims Ave., Unit 103, Providence. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
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Building new relationships THE GREATER PROVIDENCE Chamber of Commerce will host a Together Tuesday networking event. The event will be an opportunity for people to get to expand professional networks. The event will also include a Q&A session. Coffee will be served.
TUESDAY, APRIL 15, 8-9:30 A.M. Free. Greater Providence Chamber of Commerce, 30 Exchange Terrace, Providence. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
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Getting started THE SOUTH EASTERN Economic Development Corp. will hold a workshop on understanding business fundamentals, hosted by Bristol County Savings Bank. Participants will learn the fundamentals of owning a business. Topics will include putting together a business plan, business financing and marketing. The workshop will also provide information on the many business assistance resources available locally and regionally.
TUESDAY, APRIL 22, 9 A.M. TO 2:30 P.M. Free. Bristol County Savings Bank, 215 Pleasant St., 2nd Floor, Fall River. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
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Chamber awards THE SOUTHERN RHODE ISLAND Chamber of Commerce will hold its 2025 Chamber Choice Awards, hosted by Laurel Lane Country Club. The event will recognize the best in the local business community. Dinner, hors d’oeuvres and prizes will be offered. Cocktail attire is suggested.
THURSDAY, APRIL 24, 5:30-8 P.M. $65. Laurel Lane Country Club, 309 Laurel Lane, South Kingstown. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
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Gala night ST. ANDREW’S SCHOOL will hold its third annual Saints Gala, themed “Around the World.” The event will feature dinner, drinks, live and silent auctions, and live entertainment in celebration and support of the Barrington-based private school. The evening will also honor longtime St. Andrew’s educators for their dedication to the school.
THURSDAY, APRIL 24, 6-10 P.M. $200. Five Bridge Inn, 152 Pine St., Rehoboth. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
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