EDITOR’S CHOICE
One SouthCoast Chamber lunch to feature Rep. Jake Auchincloss ONE SOUTHCOAST CHAMBER of Commerce will hold a Congressional Update luncheon featuring U.S. Rep. Jake Auchincloss, D-Mass. In addition to his work on the committees for transportation and infrastructure and the Select Committee on Strategic Competition Between the United States and China, Auchincloss’ areas of focus include health care, clean energy, gun violence and building a strong middle class.
THURSDAY, NOV. 2, 11:30 A.M. TO 1 P.M. $50/members; $65/nonmembers. Fall River Country Club, 4232 North Main St., Fall River. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
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Walking in step EPILEPSY FOUNDATION New England will hold its Rhode Island Walk for Epilepsy. The event will include the walk and crafts, as well as various children’s activities. Dressing for Halloween is encouraged. Proceeds will support research and treatment for epilepsy.
SUNDAY, OCT. 29, 10 A.M. $25/adults; $5/children ages 12 and younger; $10/dogs. Slater Memorial Park, 401 Newport Ave., Pawtucket. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
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Good toss THE EAST GREENWICH Chamber of Commerce will hold its second annual Cornhole Tournament, hosted by Finn’s Harborside. The event will have individuals compete in the game of cornhole. Food, drinks and live music will also be part of the festivities. Proceeds will support the Chamber and its programming.
SUNDAY, OCT. 29, NOON. $25/teams of two. Finn’s Harborside, 38 Water St., East Greenwich. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
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Building connections THE NORTHERN RHODE ISLAND Chamber of Commerce will hold a Welcome Wednesday networking coffee hour, hosted by the Woonsocket Education Center. The event will welcome local business professionals and offer the chance to build connections with one another.
WEDNESDAY, NOV. 1, 8:30-9:30 A.M. Free. Woonsocket Education Center, 115 Main St., Woonsocket. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
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Money mindset THE CENTER FOR WOMEN & Enterprise will hold a virtual workshop titled “Money Mindset.” Financial fitness coach Kia Minor will lead the workshop helping attendees manage their money with confidence. No matter what your relationship is with money, this workshop will teach you to handle your finances with positivity and create a savings plan that works for you.
WEDNESDAY, NOV. 1, 6-7 P.M. Free. Online. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
tinyurl.com/4v35wz2f
Meeting candidates THE NORTHERN RHODE ISLAND Chamber of Commerce will hold an Eggs & Issues breakfast event featuring the two candidates seeking the 1st Congressional District in the U.S. House of Representatives. Republican candidate Gerry W. Leonard Jr. and Democratic candidate Gabe Amo will share with the audience why they are the best choice to serve in Congress and how they will improve the economic climate in Rhode Island.
THURSDAY, NOV. 2, 8:30-9:30 A.M. $30/members; $50/nonmembers. Kirkbrae Country Club, 197 Old River Road, Lincoln. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
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Maximizing investment THE TAUNTON AREA Chamber of Commerce will hold its member orientation. Member organizations will have a chance to see the office, meet the staff, and hear about the Chamber’s benefits and programs. Seating is limited.
THURSDAY, NOV. 2, 9-10 A.M. Free. Taunton Area Chamber of Commerce, 170 Dean St., Taunton. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
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Oceanology International THE JOHN H. CHAFEE Center for International Business at Bryant University will hold a webinar for those interested in sharing a booth at the Oceanology International 2024 conference. Interested companies could have the chance to promote products and projects to quality buyers and partners, create leads, and build relationships and loyalty with key industry figures.
THURSDAY, NOV. 2, 10-11 A.M. Free. Online. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
tinyurl.com/2dxuaewj
Morning meetup THE GREATER NEWPORT Chamber of Commerce will hold its Networking & Coffee event, hosted by Innovate Newport. Paul Harden of the Rhode Island Small Business Development Center and Isabel Marsh, the Chamber’s business outreach specialist, will provide attendees information about the no-charge, confidential business services available to assist new and existing businesses with planning, financing, human resources and marketing. Networking opportunities will also be available.
TUESDAY, NOV. 7, 8-9 A.M. Free. Innovate Newport, 513 Broadway, Newport. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
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Business basics THE SOUTH EASTERN Economic Development Corp., along with Rockland Trust, 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, preparing for and financing a small business. The workshop is open to anyone currently in business, starting a business, or thinking about someday owning a business, as well as business assistance professionals who would like to learn more about SEED’s technical assistance programming.
TUESDAY, NOV. 7, 10 A.M. Free. Online. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
tinyurl.com/4srk6j4z
After-hours discussion ONE SOUTHCOAST CHAMBER of Commerce will hold a Business After Hours networking event, hosted by The Rookery. 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 on a monthly basis in partnership with member businesses and attract business professionals from many industries.
THURSDAY, NOV. 16, 5-7 P.M. Free/members; $25/nonmembers. The Rookery, 2216 Grand Army of the Republic Highway, Swansea. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
tinyurl.com/53adrhn4
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