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NEAFCS to hold 2023 annual session at R.I. Convention Center
THE NATIONAL EXTENSION Association of Family & Consumer Sciences will hold its 2023 annual session, themed “Explore Oceans of Opportunities.” The event will offer attendees opportunities for mentorship, team building and innovative approaches to education, policy, systems and environmental change. Workshops and in-depth sessions will also be offered.
MONDAY, SEPT. 11, THROUGH THURSDAY, SEPT. 14, 8 A.M. $500/members; $650/nonmembers; $400/guests; $325/students
R.I. Convention Center, 1 Sabin St., Providence.
INFO AND REGISTRATION: tinyurl.com/4amu4u49
Building new relationships
THE SOUTHERN RHODE ISLAND Chamber of Commerce will hold its First Friday Coffee networking event, hosted by the World War II Foundation Global Education Center. The event will allow local business professionals to meet and build connections with one another. Registration is recommended.
FRIDAY, SEPT. 1, 8-9 A.M. $5/members; $10/nonmembers
World War II Foundation Global Education Center, 344 Main St., South Kingstown.
INFO AND REGISTRATION: tinyurl.com/34vhf9rv
Gettingstarted
THE SOUTH EASTERN Economic Development Corp., along with Rockland Trust, the U.S. Small Business Administration, Massachusetts Small Business Development Center and Score, will hold a workshop in which participants will learn the fundamentals of planning and financing a small business. Attendees will be provided with a free business plan guide and other materials and will be introduced to free and confidential business assistance resources available to them locally and regionally.
TUESDAY, SEPT. 5, 10 A.M. Free Online.
INFO AND REGISTRATION: tinyurl.com/4avjejk9
Healthy at work
THE GREATER PROVIDENCE Chamber of Commerce will hold its 29th annual Worksite Health Awards Breakfast, hosted by the Crowne Plaza Providence-Warwick. The event will recognize Rhode Island businesses that are improving the quality of life for their employees with demonstrated commitment to healthy workplaces through policy, workplace culture and educational opportunities. Alexandra Drane, CEO of Archangels, will be the keynote speaker.
THURSDAY, SEPT. 7, 7:45-9:30 A.M. $30/person; $350/table of eight
Crowne Plaza Providence-Warwick, 801 Greenwich Ave., Warwick.
INFO AND REGISTRATION: tinyurl.com/2ze22x32
Attain your money goals
THE CENTER FOR WOMEN & Enterprise will hold an online workshop titled “Money But Make it Fun.” The workshop is the first of a three-part series designed to help attendees gain financial clarity, save more, spend less of what isn’t serving you and invest intentionally. After attending this series, attendees will have a clear understanding of how to crush your financial goals by the end of the year. Other dates for the series are Sept. 12 and Sept. 14.
THURSDAY, SEPT. 7, NOON TO 1 P.M. Free Online.
INFO AND REGISTRATION: tinyurl.com/2p8dx8v2
Have a ‘Blast’
SOUTHCOAST COMMUNITY FOUNDATION will have its 19th annual “Summer’s Last Blast” fundraiser event. The event will feature seafood, hors d’oeuvres, hot-food stations and live music. Proceeds will support the foundation’s efforts in providing financial contributions to local nonprofits.
FRIDAY, SEPT. 8, 5-9 P.M. $175
Weatherlow Farms, 845 Sodom Road, Westport.
INFO AND REGISTRATION: tinyurl.com/3jbs77se
Discussing real estate
THE TRI-TOWN CHAMBER of Commerce will hold a real estate roundtable, with industry professionals discussing current issues within real estate, offering advice and sharing opinions. Individuals who contribute to the sector are encouraged to attend.
WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 13, 2-3 P.M. Free Online.
INFO AND REGISTRATION: tinyurl.com/378fbw9u
Help wanted
ONE SOUTHCOAST CHAMBER of Commerce, along with Lafrance Hospitality, MassHire Greater New Bedford Career Center and the Bristol Workforce Board, will hold the SouthCoast Job Fair. The event will allow multiple local job seekers to meet with prospective employers looking to grow their workforces. Professional headshots will be offered for job seekers for free. Job seekers are encouraged to bring their resumes.
THURSDAY, SEPT. 14, 9 A.M. TO 2 P.M. Free
Rachel’s Lakeside, 950 State Road, Dartmouth.
INFO AND REGISTRATION: tinyurl.com/ykppwebk
Early ‘Fall’
LUCY’S HEARTH will hold its annual “Fall for Lucy’s Hearth.” The nonprofit’s signature fundraiser will help increase funding and support for one of Rhode Island’s only family homeless shelters.
THURSDAY, SEPT. 14, 6-9 P.M. $135/person; $250/couple
Wyndham Newport Hotel, 240 Aquidneck Ave., Middletown.
INFO AND REGISTRATION: tinyurl.com/2x22wws9
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
Economy update
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. 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
Let’s eat!
THE 18TH ANNUAL Blount Fine Foods Corp. New Bedford Seaport Chowder Festival will feature delicacies from local restaurants. Attendees will have a chance to vote for their favorite caterers and eateries. The event will 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
