EDITOR’S CHOICE
U.S. Rep. Auchincloss to speakto One SouthCoast Chamber
ONE SOUTHCOAST CHAMBER of Commerce will hold a congressional luncheon, hosted by the Fall River Country Club. U.S. Rep. Jake Auchincloss, D-Mass., will be the keynote guest discussing national policies and their impacts on the commonwealth.
TUESDAY, MARCH 26, 11:30 A.M. $50/members; $65/nonmembers. Fall River Country Club, 4232 North Main St., Fall River. INFO AND REGISTRATION: tinyurl.com/hnvyye4m
Making wishes A WISH COME TRUE will hold its annual dinner, themed “Shamrocks and Shenanigans.” The event will feature dinner, dancing, raffles, silent auctions, stand-up comedy and other activities. Proceeds will help kids ages 3-18 and their families who are battling life-threatening illnesses.
FRIDAY, MARCH 15, 5:30 P.M. $60. Venus De Milo, 75 Grand Army of the Republic Highway, Swansea. INFO AND REGISTRATION: awish.org
Brain power THE NINTH ANNUAL Brain Waves Rhode Island will commence as part of the celebration of International Brain Week. The fair event invites the community to learn about basic science and brain health, and to interact with brain science labs and familiarize themselves with community resources. It will feature interactive brain-themed exhibits and cerebrally stimulating talks by experts who will present some current brain research and treatments for disorders.
SATURDAY, MARCH 16, 10 A.M. TO 2 P.M. Free. Brown University Engineering Research Center, 345 Brook St., Providence. INFO AND REGISTRATION: brainwavesri.org
Celebrating businesswomen THE NORTHERN RHODE ISLAND Chamber of Commerce will hold its four-year anniversary celebration of the Women’s Business Council, hosted by The Guild. The council brings together local businesswomen and promotes the full participation and leadership of women at all levels in the workplace. The event will also recognize local businesswomen for their efforts in the past year.
TUESDAY, MARCH 19, 5-7 P.M. $35/members; $55/nonmembers. The Guild, 461 Main St., Pawtucket. INFO AND REGISTRATION: tinyurl.com/bdfsx5km
Building new relationships THE TRI-TOWN CHAMBER of Commerce will hold its Emerging Leaders Forum. The forum provides an environment for building quality business relationships with like-minded professionals, enabling young professionals to leverage their expertise, as well as the expertise of other members of the group to solve problems and build new partnerships.
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 20, 9-10 A.M. Free. Tri-Town Chamber of Commerce, 280 School St., Suite L100, Mansfield. INFO AND REGISTRATION: tinyurl.com/2w7z52t5
Meeting on Main THE SOUTHERN RHODE ISLAND Chamber of Commerce will hold a Business After Hours event, hosted by PHIL’S Main Street Grille and the Greater Federation of Women’s Clubs of South County. Along with networking, the event will offer appetizers and a cash bar. Walk-ins will be accepted, but registration is encouraged.
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 20, 5-7 P.M. $5/members; $10/nonmembers. PHIL’S Main Street Grille, 323 Main St., South Kingstown. INFO AND REGISTRATION: tinyurl.com/4ab74xvr
A night out THE CENTRAL RHODE ISLAND Chamber of Commerce will hold a networking event as part of its Winter Evening Networking Series, hosted by Not Your Average Joe’s. The event will allow local business professionals to meet up and connect in a relaxed setting. A drink ticket and appetizers are included with the ticket purchase.
THURSDAY, MARCH 21, 5:30-7:30 P.M. $10/members; $25/nonmembers. Not Your Average Joe’s, 400 Bald Hill Road, Warwick. INFO AND REGISTRATION: tinyurl.com/48rw9yx3
Business fundamentals THE SOUTH EASTERN Economic Development Corp., along with the U.S. Small Business Administration, Massachusetts Small Business Development Center and Score, will hold an entrepreneurial workshop, hosted by Dedham Institution for Savings. The workshop is open to anyone who would like to learn about SEED’s technical assistance programming.
TUESDAY, MARCH 26, 10 A.M. Free. Online. INFO AND REGISTRATION: tinyurl.com/5xma7rua
Casual conversations THE RHODE ISLAND Chamber of Commerce Coalition will hold its annual Legislative Reception event. The event is an opportunity for business leaders from around the state to meet with colleagues and elected officials to discuss business issues and concerns that they may have in a relaxed and informal setting. Complimentary hors d’oeuvres, beer, wine and valet parking will be offered.
TUESDAY, MARCH 26, 4:30-6:30 P.M. $30. R.I. Statehouse, 82 Smith St., Providence. INFO AND REGISTRATION: tinyurl.com/mryydc7y
Good taste BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS of Rhode Island will hold a pizza benefit night, hosted by Flatbread Pizza Co. Customers can purchase a flatbread pizza for dine-in or takeout, with a portion of the proceeds from sales to support the organization and the youth programs it offers.
TUESDAY, MARCH 26, 5-9 P.M. Free. Flatbread Pizza Co., 161 Cushing St., Providence. INFO AND REGISTRATION: bigsri.org
Dished goods THE RHODE ISLAND Community Food Bank will hold its Empty Bowls fundraiser event. Admission includes tastings from more than 30 local restaurants and an artisan-made bowl to take home. Proceeds raised will support the food bank and its operations.
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 27, 5:30-8 P.M. $70/general admission; $150/VIP. WaterFire Arts Center, 475 Valley St., Providence. INFO AND REGISTRATION: rifoodbank.org/empty-bowls-2024
Progressive celebration THE RHODE ISLAND School for Progressive Education will hold its Fifth Anniversary Celebration. The fundraising event will be a tribute to RISPE’s accomplishments in creating inclusive learning environments and recognizes people and organizations that played a role in that work.
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 27, 6-9 P.M. $100. CIC Providence, 225 Dyer St., Providence. INFO AND REGISTRATON: rhodeislandspe.com
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