THE NORTHERN RHODE ISLAND Chamber of Commerce, along with the Rhode Island Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, the city of Central Falls and Rhode Island College, will hold a community job fair. Various employers from multiple industries, including banking, customer service, health care and manufacturing, will be on hand to meet potential job candidates seeking employment.
THURSDAY, AUG. 10, 3-5 P.M. Free. Rhode Island College Workforce Development Hub, 934 Dexter St., Central Falls. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
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Chatting over coffee ONE SOUTHCOAST CHAMBER of Commerce will hold a Coffee with the Chamber event, hosted by New Bedford Harbor Hotel. Chamber CEO Michael O’Sullivan, Chief Operating Officer Rick Kidder and Chamber staff will discuss upcoming local events and answer any questions.
TUESDAY, JULY 25, 9-10 A.M. Free. New Bedford Harbor Hotel, 222 Union St., New Bedford. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
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What’s on tap? THE JOHN H. CHAFEE Center for International Business will hold a virtual workshop titled “The Global Potential for American Craft Beer.” Attendees will listen to discussions on financing and logistics considerations that come into play when exporting craft beer. Attendees will learn the necessary steps to successfully execute an international order, as well as strategies for leveraging relationships with freight forwarders, importers and small-business lenders.
TUESDAY, JULY 25, NOON. Free. Online. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
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Fore! THE GREATER NEWPORT Chamber of Commerce will hold its Chamber Golf Club networking event, hosted by Green Valley Country Club. Business professionals and entrepreneurs will have the chance to build connections with one another over a round of golf. Registration in advance is required.
WEDNESDAY, JULY 26, NOON TO 2 P.M. $55/members; $65/nonmembers. Green Valley Country Club, 371 Union St., Portsmouth. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
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Tasty barbecue THE TRI-TOWN CHAMBER of Commerce will hold its ninth annual Summer Business BBQ. The event will invite people who represent businesses within the community. All businesses are invited to attend, whether they are Chamber members or not. Voluntary donations of school supplies will be accepted at the door.
THURSDAY, JULY 27, 4:30-7 P.M. Free. Tri-Town Chamber of Commerce, 280 School St., Building L100, Mansfield. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
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Out for a run THE NARRAGANSETT LIONS CLUB will hold its 51st annual Blessing of the Fleet Race/Walk. The 10-mile run/walk will take participants around town. The event will raise funds to help the Lions Club support local charities. Registration is online only.
FRIDAY, JULY 28, 5 P.M. $50 in advance/$60 day of the event. Narragansett Pier Middle School, 235 South Pier Road, Narragansett. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
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Empowering women 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, AUG. 2, 9:30-11:30 A.M. $50. Center for Women & Enterprise, 132 George M. Cohan Blvd., Providence. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
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Talking aboutoffshore wind THE GREATER NEWPORT Chamber of Commerce will hold a panel discussion on offshore wind as part of its “The Blue & You” speaker series. The Chamber will host industry experts to discuss an in-depth look at offshore wind projects, technology and industry participation opportunities.
THURSDAY, AUG. 3, 8:30-10 A.M. Free. Innovate Newport, 513 Broadway, Newport. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
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Morning brew THE SOUTHERN RHODE ISLAND Chamber of Commerce will hold its monthly First Friday Coffee networking event, hosted by Victoria Comfort Photography. The event will bring together various business professionals in a relaxed setting. Coffee will be served.
FRIDAY, AUG. 4, 8-9 A.M. Free. Victoria Comfort Photography, 567 South County Trail, Suite 305, Exeter. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
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Seeking feedback THE GREATER PROVIDENCE Chamber of Commerce will hold a workshop titled “How to Create a Culture of Empowering Feedback in the Workplace” as part of its Lunch & Learn series, hosted by Sprout CoWorking. In this workshop, attendees will learn the guidelines necessary to provide feedback and learn how to receive it. Donna Rustigan Mac, who heads executive leadership communication and workforce development at iVoice Communication, will lead the discussion.
WEDNESDAY, AUG. 9, 11:30 A.M. TO 1 P.M., Free/members; $15/nonmembers
Sprout CoWorking, 166 Valley St., Building 6M, Suite 103, Providence.
INFO AND REGISTRATION:
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Building new relationships THE NORTHERN RHODE ISLAND Chamber of Commerce will hold a networking pop-up event, hosted by Providence Brewing Co. The event will bring together local business professionals and entrepreneurs to build connections with one another in a relaxed setting.
WEDNESDAY, AUG. 9, 5-7 P.M. $20/members; $30/nonmembers. Providence Brewing Co., 10 Sims Ave., Unit 110, Providence. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
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