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Wallace to receive Valcourt award at Chamber dinner ONE SOUTHCOAST CHAMBER of Commerce will hold its annual Roger Valcourt Outstanding Citizen Dinner, hosted by White’s of Westport. The event will recognize Jim Wallace, BayCoast Bank’s executive vice president and chief operating officer, with the award, recognizing his service to both the financial services sector and the community.
TUESDAY, OCT. 17, 6 P.M. $60. White’s of Westport, 66 State Road, Westport. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
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Chowder festival THE 18TH ANNUAL Blount Fine Foods Corp. New Bedford Seaport Chowder Festival will feature various delicacies from many local restaurants. Attendees will have a chance to vote for their favorite caterers and eateries. The event will also 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
Marketing strategies SCORE RHODE ISLAND will hold a workshop titled “The Seven Best Marketing Strategies to Differentiate Your Business.” Career marketer Jeff Bodenstab will describe seven of the most successful differentiation strategies, illustrating them with examples from nearly 100 businesses and brands.
MONDAY, OCT. 2, 11 A.M. Free. Online. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
tinyurl.com/mr2jk4vh
Establishing connections THE NORTHERN RHODE ISLAND Chamber of Commerce will hold a pop-up networking event, hosted by BankNewport. The event will welcome local business professionals and entrepreneurs to build business connections with one another in a relaxed setting. Complimentary beverages and appetizers will be offered.
WEDNESDAY, OCT. 4, 5-7 P.M. $20/members; $30/nonmembers. BankNewport, 1 Wake Robin Road, Lincoln. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
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Building new relationships THE SOUTHERN RHODE ISLAND Chamber of Commerce will hold its First Friday Coffee networking event, hosted by South County Habitat for Humanity. The event will allow local business professionals and entrepreneurs to meet and build business connections with one another in a relaxed setting. Coffee will be served.
FRIDAY, OCT. 6, 8-9 A.M. $5/members; $10/nonmembers. South County Habitat for Humanity, 1555 Shannock Road, Charlestown. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
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Dog days of autumn SAVE ONE SOUL Animal Rescue League will hold its 7th annual Crate Escape 5K. In addition to the road race, the event will include music, food trucks and face painting. Proceeds will benefit the nonprofit’s work in supporting homeless dogs.
SUNDAY, OCT. 8, 8 A.M. TO NOON. $35. Slater Memorial Park, 401 Newport Ave., Pawtucket. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
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Getting started THE U.S. SMALL BUSINESS Administration will hold an online workshop, in conjunction with the Veterans Business Outreach Center of New England, to help military veterans and military spouses explore entrepreneurship. The event will provide development services such as business training, counseling and resource partner referrals.
WEDNESDAY, OCT. 11, 10-11 A.M. Free. Online. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
sba.gov/event/35739
Breaking bad habits THE GREATER PROVIDENCE Chamber of Commerce will hold a workshop titled “September Is the New January! 5 Productivity Life Hacks to Refresh Your Fall” as part of the Chamber’s Lunch & Learn series. This presentation will offer five easy “life hacks” for managing your time, tasks and attention, both at home and at work. Clear the clutter from your desk, calendar, to-do list and inbox, and create some new, more productive habits and routines. Lisa S. Griffith, owner of Griffith Productivity Solutions, will lead the workshop.
WEDNESDAY, OCT. 11, NOON TO 1 P.M. Free/members; $15/nonmembers. CIC Providence, 225 Dyer St., Providence. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
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Being bold THE NORTHERN RHODE ISLAND Chamber of Commerce will hold a Women’s Business Council Bold in Business Breakfast event, hosted by Bryant University. The council promotes full participation and leadership of women at all levels in the workforce and the community. The council also creates programs that provide women access and opportunities to learn, network and share their expertise.
THURSDAY, OCT. 19, 8-9 A.M. $50/members; $60/nonmembers. Bryant University, Bello Grand Hall, 1150 Douglas Pike, Smithfield. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
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Understanding human resources THE SOUTHERN RHODE ISLAND Chamber of Commerce will hold a seminar titled “Human Resource Management Tool Kit.” Attorney Joshua Hawks-Ladds of Pullman and Comley LLC will discuss how to effectively coach and discipline employees to improve productivity and avoid legal exposure. Hawks-Ladds will provide guidance on how management should communicate more effectively with employees, properly discipline when necessary, draft and conduct employee evaluations, and properly deal with legal and personnel issues when they arise.
FRIDAY, OCT. 20, 8:30-9:30 A.M. Free. Southern Rhode Island Chamber of Commerce, 230 Old Tower Hill Road, South Kingstown. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
tinyurl.com/2uekx24e
Grow your business GOLDMAN SACHS 10,000 Small Businesses at the Community College of Rhode Island invites local small-business owners to apply for its spring 2024 cohort. With a curriculum designed by Babson College, expert advisers and a supportive network of peers, small-business owners can gain practical skills and develop an actionable growth plan for their business. Applications are due Oct. 10.
WEDNESDAY, JAN. 17, THROUGH WEDNESDAY, APRIL 10. Free. Community College of Rhode Island, 400 East Ave., Warwick. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
ccri.edu/10ksb
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