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RIFC and NRI Chamberto hold kickoff luncheon RHODE ISLAND FC and the Northern Rhode Island Chamber of Commerce’s Emerging Leaders Council will hold a kickoff luncheon event, hosted by Bally’s Twin River Lincoln Casino Resort. The event will allow the public to meet the team, club leaders and coaches in advance of the club’s home opener.
TUESDAY, APRIL 29, 11:30 A.M. TO 1:30 P.M. $60. Bally’s Twin River Lincoln Casino Resort, 100 Twin River Road, Lincoln. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
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Establishing connections THE GREATER PROVIDENCE Chamber of Commerce will host a Together Tuesday networking event. The event will be an opportunity for people to get to know other Rhode Island business professionals, share experiences and expand professional networks. The event will also include a Q&A session. Coffee will be served.
TUESDAY, APRIL 15, 8-9:30 A.M. Free. Greater Providence Chamber of Commerce, 30 Exchange Terrace, Providence. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
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Getting started THE SOUTH EASTERN Economic Development Corp. will hold a workshop on understanding business fundamentals, hosted by Bristol County Savings Bank. Participants will learn the fundamentals of owning a business. Topics will include putting together a business plan, getting business financing and marketing. The workshop will also provide information on the many business assistance resources that are available to entrepreneurs locally and regionally.
TUESDAY, APRIL 22, 9 A.M. TO 2:30 P.M. Free. Bristol County Savings Bank, 215 Pleasant St., 2nd Floor, Fall River. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
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Exploring strategies THE GREATER NEWPORT Chamber of Commerce will hold the first monthly discussion of its new Nonprofit Leadership Circle. The event will cover how nonprofit CEOs can effectively advocate for their cause at local, state and national levels. Explore strategies for influencing policy decisions, building coalitions and engaging with lawmakers to advance the nonprofit sector’s mission. CEOs can share experiences and best practices in leveraging advocacy to drive social change and secure resources for their organizations.
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 23, NOON TO 1 P.M. Free. Innovate Newport, 513 Broadway, Newport. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
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Honorary evening THE NORTH KINGSTOWN Chamber of Commerce will hold its 2025 membership meeting and Business Excellence Awards. The event will recognize the best in the local business community. Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse, D-R.I., will be the event’s keynote speaker.
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 23, 5-7:30 P.M. $70. Quonset O Club, 200 Lt. James Brown Road, North Kingstown. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
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Quick meetup THE EAST BAY Chamber of Commerce will host its monthly Coffee & Connections networking event. Open to all, the event provides an opportunity to connect with local professionals, entrepreneurs and community members in a casual setting. Coffee will be served.
THURSDAY, APRIL 24, 8:30-9:30 A.M. $5/members; $10/nonmembers. East Bay Chamber of Commerce, 16 Cutler St., Suite 102, Warren. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
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Chamber awards THE SOUTHERN RHODE ISLAND Chamber of Commerce will hold its 2025 Chamber Choice Awards, hosted by Laurel Lane Country Club. The event will recognize the best in the local business community. Dinner, hors d’oeuvres and prizes will be offered. Cocktail attire is suggested.
THURSDAY, APRIL 24, 5:30-8 P.M. $65. Laurel Lane Country Club, 309 Laurel Lane, South Kingstown. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
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Gala night ST. ANDREW’S SCHOOL will hold its third annual Saints Gala, themed “Around the World.” The event will feature dinner, drinks, live and silent auctions, and live entertainment in celebration and support of the Barrington-based private school. The evening will also honor longtime St. Andrew’s educators for their dedication to the school.
THURSDAY, APRIL 24, 6-10 P.M. $200. Five Bridge Inn, 152 Pine St., Rehoboth. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
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Wedding Expo THE RHODE ISLAND Wedding Expo will feature various vendors to help people plan their weddings. Various photographers, cake designers and wedding attire vendors will be on hand to greet attendees.
SUNDAY, APRIL 27, NOON TO 3 P.M. Free. Wyndham Newport Hotel, 240 Aquidneck Ave., Middletown. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
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On the links ONE SOUTHCOAST CHAMBER of Commerce will hold its annual Chamber Invitational Golf Tournament, hosted by Fall River Country Club. Proceeds from this scramble-format event will help support the Chamber’s efforts in its mission to advocate for business advancement, economic growth and job creation within the region. The event includes lunch, a golf cart, 18 holes of golf, a golfer’s gift bag, prizes and more.
MONDAY, APRIL 28, 9 A.M. TO 3 P.M. $250/golfer; $1,300/foursome. Fall River Country Club, 4232 North Main St., Fall River. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
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Building new relationships CHAMBERS OF COMMERCE across Rhode Island will hold their annual Statewide Business After Hours networking event, hosted by Crowne Plaza Providence-Warwick. Attendees will meet fellow business owners and managers, exchange ideas and explore new opportunities in a welcoming atmosphere. More than 600 people and over 100 vendors are expected to attend.
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 30, 5-7:30 P.M. $20. Crowne Plaza Providence-Warwick, 801 Greenwich Ave., Warwick. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
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