EDITOR’S CHOICE
Make connections at SouthCoast Job Fair THE SOUTHCOAST CHAMBER of Commerce will hold its annual SouthCoast Job Fair, which will provide job seekers the chance to meet with businesses in order to make connections. The event is co-sponsored by the MassHire Greater New Bedford Career Center and Greater New Bedford Workforce Investment Board.
THURSDAY, APRIL 18, 10 A.M. TO 3 P.M. Free. Greater New Bedford Regional Vocational Technical High School, 1121 Ashley Blvd., New Bedford. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
members.southcoastchamber.com/events/details/2019-southcoast-job-fair-495929
Learn the art of networking SCORE RHODE ISLAND will hold a workshop, titled “It’s Who They Know That Counts! The Art and Science of Power Networking,” showing attendees that knowing what to do at networking events – and what happens after you leave – can determine how much your business can grow.
SATURDAY, APRIL 13, 9:30 A.M. TO 12:30 P.M. Free. Providence Public Library, 150 Empire St., Providence. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
tinyurl.com/powernetworkingPVD4
Renew teacher certifications YOUNG EDUCATORS SOCIETY of Rhode Island will hold a workshop with information for individuals who are renewing their teaching certification this year.
MONDAY, APRIL 15, 10 A.M. TO 1 P.M. Free. Brewed Awakenings, 1316 Bald Hill Road, Warwick. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
eventbrite.com/e/slopgg-workshop-tickets-57131175885?aff=ebdssbdestsearch
Tips to build your credit PROVIDENCE PUBLIC LIBRARY, as part of Smart Money Week, will hold an informational session in how the library’s Financial Coaching PLUS program can help fix your finances. Isabel Rodriguez, a financial coaching officer for Capital Good Fund, will lead the session.
MONDAY, APRIL 15, 2-3 P.M. Free. Providence Public Library, 150 Empire St., Providence. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
provlib.org/calendar
Get started on the right foot THE RHODE ISLAND Small Business Development Center will hold a workshop designed to assess the feasibility of your business idea and provide tools in order to plan for entrepreneurship. Josh Daly, the development center’s southern regional director, and Megan Sheehan, an attorney with the R.I. Office of the Secretary of State, will be the guest speakers.
TUESDAY, APRIL 16, 9 A.M. TO NOON. Free. Dime Bank, 131 Franklin St., Westerly. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
ssnyder@uri.edu
Managing risk OCEANPOINT INSURANCE Agency will hold a workshop as part of its “Sensible Stewardship: Managing Governance Risk” series on issues affecting nonprofits with a focus on anticipating and avoiding board governance dangers. Event will include a panel discussion aimed to promote effective governance policies.
TUESDAY, APRIL 16, 9 A.M. AND 2 P.M. Free. Rhode Island School of Design, 20 North Main St., Providence (morning); BankNewport, 184 John Clarke Road, Newport (afternoon). INFO AND REGISTRATION:
oceanpointins.com
Rural financing THE U.S. SMALL BUSINESS Administration’s Rhode Island District and the U.S. Department of Agriculture will hold a workshop on how rural and farm-based businesses can secure funding to finance operations.
TUESDAY, APRIL 16, 10-11:30 A.M. Free.North Kingstown Free Library, 100 Boone St., North Kingstown. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
eventbrite.com/e/sba-usda-learn-how-to-get-funding-for-your-rural-or-farm-based-business-tickets-59784365647?utm_campaign=inviteformalv2&ref=enivtefor001&utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery&utm_term=attend
Learn value of going lean THE RHODE ISLAND Manufacturers Association will hold a discussion about going lean and the value your company can get from it. Speakers will also review how to obtain ISO certifications and how they will impact your operation. Breakfast will be included.
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 17, 7:30-10 A.M. Free/members; $25/nonmembers. Providence Marriott Downtown, 1 Orms St., Providence. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
rimanufacturers.com/event/workshop-2-lean-iso-certification-why-you-must-have-certifications
Share your expertise GROUNDWORK! will hold a workshop for business professionals on what the best practices are for sharing your expertise with others. Topics to be covered include how to organize your material, develop appropriate activities and offer better handouts. Mindy Wallis, who has been a training developer for more than 25 years, will lead the workshop.
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 17, NOON TO 1 P.M. Free/members; $5/nonmembers. Groundwork!, 1213 Purchase St., New Bedford. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
eventbrite.com/e/you-know-it-but-can-you-teach-it-presentation-tips-for-professionals-tickets-54610657948?aff=ebdssbdestsearch#tickets
Fraud watch AARP WILL HOLD a presentation on how scammers operate and how people can avoid being affected by fraud. Attendees will learn the warning signs of a scam and to stop individuals from defrauding you. Attendees will also receive a copy of AARP’s “The Con Artist’s Playbook.”
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 17, 3-4 P.M. Free. Providence Public Library, 150 Empire St., Providence. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
provlib.org/calendar
Connect with professionals THE SOUTHERN RHODE ISLAND and Charlestown chambers of commerce will hold a joint Business After Hours networking event, hosted by Gemelli Bistro. Attendees will have the opportunity to meet and connect with local business professionals and entrepreneurs in a casual setting. Attendees are encouraged to bring business cards.
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 17, 5-7 P.M. $5/members; $10/nonmembers. Gemelli Bistro, 2 Falcone Lane, Charlestown. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
web.srichamber.com/events/Business-After-Hours-Hosted-By-Gemelli-Bistro-Joint-Event-with-Charlestown-Chamber-4681/details
Growing your small business DAVID J. LUCIER, founder and principal of Lucier & Associates, and SCORE Rhode Island mentor Bob Salvas will lead a workshop titled “Start and Grow Your Small Business.” Small-business owners will learn all aspects of running a business, including the latest trends, marketing and how to increase profits.
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 17, 6-8 P.M. Free. Lucier & Associates, 1308 Atwood Ave., Johnston. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
tinyurl.com/startgrowApril2019
