EDITOR’S CHOICE
Greater Providence Chamber to hold health awards breakfast THE GREATER PROVIDENCE Chamber of Commerce will hold its 30th annual worksite health awards breakfast, hosted by Crowne Plaza Providence-Warwick. The event will showcase local companies that are improving the quality of life for their employees with demonstrated commitment to healthy workplaces through policy, workplace culture and educational opportunities.
THURSDAY, JULY 25, 8-10:30 A.M. $35/person; $375/table of eight. Crowne Plaza Providence-Warwick, 801 Greenwich Ave., Warwick. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
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AI workshop THE UNIVERSITY OF RHODE ISLAND is partnering with local education groups to offer professional development workshops on artificial intelligence for teachers and administrators. The workshops are geared to educators who have differing levels of knowledge and experience with AI tools. The workshops for teachers will include an introduction to AI, its capabilities and limitations, and concerns such as data privacy, student cheating and assessing student learning. For administrators, workshops will include an overview of AI along with sessions on policy development and advocacy to communicate the need for AI in their districts.
MONDAY, JULY 22, THROUGH WEDNESDAY, JULY 24, 9 A.M. TO 3 P.M. Free. University of Rhode Island, 75 Upper College Road, South Kingstown. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
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Blue tech talk THE GREATER NEWPORT Chamber of Commerce will hold a Blue Tech Talk event as part of its Lunch & Learn initiatives. Each episode of “Blue Tech Talks” invites a different executive to share their journey, unveiling the fascinating backstory behind their company and the innovative technology they’ve developed. From cutting-edge ocean monitoring systems to autonomous ship hull cleaning systems, every presentation delves into the details of how these visionary leaders are shaping the future of the planet. Ted Williams, president of Senesco Marine, will be the event’s guest speaker.
WEDNESDAY, JULY 24, NOON TO 1 P.M. Free. Innovate Newport, 513 Broadway, Newport. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
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Building connections ONE SOUTHCOAST CHAMBER of Commerce will hold a Business After Hours networking event, hosted by Fall River Country Club. The event will provide an opportunity for members and nonmembers to mingle and build business relationships in an informal, relaxed business setting. These networking mixers are held monthly in partnership with member businesses and attract business professionals from many industries.
THURSDAY, AUG. 1, 5-7 P.M. Free/members; $25/nonmembers. Fall River Country Club, 4232 North Main St., Fall River. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
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Coffee break THE SOUTHERN RHODE ISLAND Chamber of Commerce will hold its monthly First Friday Coffee networking event, hosted by South County Supplements. The event will welcome local business professionals and entrepreneurs to meet and build connections with one another in a relaxed setting. Coffee will be served.
FRIDAY, AUG. 2, 8-9 A.M. $5/members; $10/nonmembers. South County Supplements, 560 Kingstown Road, South Kingstown. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
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Political discussion THE GREATER NEWPORT Chamber of Commerce will hold its Politics & Pancakes event. U.S. Rep. Gabe Amo, D-R.I., will be the event’s guest congressional delegate to talk about the local business community and the current events in Washington, D.C. Breakfast will be served.
TUESDAY, AUG. 6, 8:30-10 A.M. $50/members; $60/nonmembers. Salve Regina University, The Pell Center for International Affairs and Public Policy, 518 Bellevue Ave., Newport. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
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Welcoming environment THE NORTHERN RHODE ISLAND Chamber of Commerce will hold its Welcome Wednesday networking coffee hour event, hosted by the Residence Inn Lincoln. The event will allow attendees to meet new contacts, exchange ideas and foster connections. Everyone is welcome to join the conversation.
WEDNESDAY, AUG. 7, 9:30-10:30 A.M. Free. Residence Inn Lincoln, 632 George Washington Highway, Lincoln. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
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Brewing business THE NORTHERN RHODE ISLAND and the Rhode Island Hispanic chambers of commerce will hold a Networking Pop-Up event, hosted by Providence Brewing Co. The event will welcome local business professionals to build connections with one another over drinks.
WEDNESDAY, AUG. 14, 5-7 P.M. $20/members; $30/nonmembers. Providence Brewing Co., 10 Sims Ave., Unit 110, Providence. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
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Expanding your network ONE SOUTHCOAST CHAMBER of Commerce will hold its Business Builders Breakfast event, hosted by Financial Planning Alternatives. The event will allow attendees to expand networks, unlock opportunities and discover local services in a relaxed atmosphere. Breakfast will be served.
TUESDAY, AUG. 20, 8:30-10 A.M. $15. Financial Planning Alternatives, 519 American Legion Highway, Bldg. 2, Westport. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
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On the links THE GRODEN NETWORK will hold its annual John Trimble Fund for Autism Golf Tournament. Players will be offered a cart, player bags, a post-tournament cocktail hour and boxed lunch. Proceeds raised will support the nonprofit.
TUESDAY, SEPT. 3, NOON. $350. Wannamoisett Country Club, 96 Hoyt Ave., East Providence. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
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An evening for celebration THE PROVIDENCE PERFORMING Arts Center will hold its annual Gala Celebration. The event will include the first performance of “A Beautiful Noise: The Neil Diamond Musical,” and an exclusive post-show reception featuring cuisine prepared by some of Rhode Island’s top restaurants and caterers. Contributions to the Gala Celebration benefit the theater’s Community Outreach Initiative.
SATURDAY, SEPT. 21, 7 P.M. $400. Providence Performing Arts Center, 220 Weybosset St., Providence. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
tinyurl.com/45p3mck8
Interested in having your business-related event included in What’s Happening? Contact PBN Researcher James Bessette at (401) 680-4838 or Research@PBN.com.
