2025 Community and Justice Awards

General Dynamics Electric Boat: ''The Boat Program Plus'' - December

Centreville Bank Stadium to Host Rhode Island’s Largest Turkey Trot

Centreville Bank Stadium and Run Rhody Announce Rhode Island’s Largest Turkey Trot Returns to Pawtucket on ThanksgivingCentreville Bank Stadium and Run Rhody announce today that the Rhode Island Family Turkey Trot 5K, the state’s largest Thanksgiving Day running event, will be held in Pawtucket on Thursday, Nov. 27, 2025 at Centreville Bank Stadium. Now in its 11th year, the Rhode Island Family Turkey Trot 5K will welcome thousands of runners, walkers and families to celebrate the holiday with fitness, fun

Bid & Benefit: Silent Auction Fundraiser for Hamilton House Adult Learning Exchange!

Preview of two items to be auctioned off:One week vacation at a resort on the island of St. Martin in the CaribbeanA behind the scenes visit to the TV show The Rhode Show on WPRI-TV Channel 12. (This is a one of a kind item) 

Lindon’s Season of Thanks: Join us Nov. 14th!

Cyber ROI Workshop: Where to Spend, What to Secure.

CYBER ROI WORKSHOPWhere to Spend, What to Secure.Learn where Smart SMBs Should Spend Their Security Dollars   Join us for a free breakfast workshop focused on real-world cybersecurity budget planning. Hear directly from Top Cybersecurity tool experts on the top areas where SMBs should be focusing their cybersecurity dollars.WHEN: November 12, 2025  |  8:30 AM - 11:30 AMWHERE: TPC BOSTON Golf Club  |  400 Arnold Palmer Blvd., Norton, MA 02766 What You Will Walk Away With:A 30-day cybersecurity action

Newport Symposium to Examine “French Influence in Newport”

An exceptional lineup of experts will guide a two-day immersion into the French art, architecture, design and cuisine that shaped the lifestyles of the Gilded Age elite as they looked to the French aristocracy for inspiration. “The Newport Symposium: The French Influence in Newport,” November 6-7 at Rosecliff and Marble House, is produced and hosted by The Preservation Society of Newport County. Richard Morris Hunt, the first American architect trained at the Ecole des Beaux-Arts in Paris, modeled the

General Dynamics Electric Boat: The Boat Program - November

BankRI, PCFD Offering Free Financial Workshop for Homebuyers

“Building Financial Confidence for Homeownership” Free Virtual Workshop by BankRI and PCF Development Aims to Empower First-Time Buyers Buying a home for the first time can feel overwhelming—but understanding the financial aspects doesn’t have to be. To help prospective homeowners feel more prepared and empowered, Bank Rhode Island (BankRI), a division of Beacon Bank & Trust, and Pawtucket Central Falls Development (PCF Development) are teaming up to host a virtual, no-cost workshop, “Building Financial

Eforall/Eparatodos RI Showcase & Celebration Summer 25'/Verano 25'

RIC Homecoming: Alumni & Family Weekend

Purchase your tickets for an unforgettable weekend packed with fun for students, families, alumni and friends! Friday, October 17 - Saturday, October 18, 2025All dayRhode Island College CampusClick here for more information. 

MMID x NEMIC Office Hours (Oct 15)

&##128161; Working on a medical or health tech innovation? We’re opening up office hours together with NEMIC to support innovators who want to take their next step. During these 1:1 sessions you can ask questions, share challenges, and explore how to move your product forward. As an ISO 13485-certified international product development firm, we help startups and scaleups derisk their developments and create safe, manufacturable, and sustainable products. &##128197; Wednesday, October 15 &##128336; 1–3

Welcome College Board to the Chamber

Welcome College Board, our newest chamber member. College Board reaches more than 7 million students a year, helping them navigate the path from high school to college and career. A not-for-profit membership organization, College Board was founded more than 120 years ago, pioneering programs like the SAT® and AP® to expand opportunities for students and help them develop the skills they need. Their BigFuture® program helps students plan for college, pay for college, and explore careers.  Recently they

General Dynamics Electric Boat: The Boat Program - October

Trinity Rep Announces Cast, Creative Team, and Youth Art Contest for A CHRISTMAS CAROL

Directed by Richard Jenkins and Sharon Jenkins, featuring Stephen Thorne as Ebenezer Scrooge  Trinity Repertory Company presents its 49th annual production of A Christmas Carol, adapted from the novella by Charles Dickens, with original music by Richard Cumming. This year, the show will be co-directed by former Trinity Rep Artistic Director and Emmy Award–winner Richard Jenkinsand acclaimed choreographer Sharon Jenkins. Resident company member Stephen Thorne returns to the role of Ebenezer Scrooge, which

WaterFire’s FireBall Gala: Phoenix Rising Set for October 16 at the WaterFire Arts Center

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Wednesday, September 24, 2025 Media Contact Kellie J. Martin, Manager of Community and Corporate Relationskellie@waterfire.org | 401.443.5534WaterFire’s FireBall Gala: Phoenix Rising Set for October 16 at the WaterFire Arts Center Tickets and Sponsorships Still Available Providence, RI - On Thursday, October 16, 2025, the WaterFire Arts Center will host the FireBall Gala: Phoenix Rising, WaterFire Providence’s 9th annual gala and fundraiser. This inspiring

The AI Agent Webinar Series

AI Agents + Microsoft Fabric = Less Reporting, Smarter Decisions &##128161;Stop wasting time on endless reports—start making smarter decisions instantly. Join our 30-minute live webinar and discover how AI Agents in Microsoft Fabric turn your data into real-time insights and actionable recommendations. &##128202; What you’ll see:Ask your data questions in natural language—and get instant answersAutomate pipelines, anomaly detection & reportingStrengthen governance and boost data confidenceUnlock the full

Goodwill Industries Opens Providence Location

Congratulations to Goodwill Industries on their grand opening in their Providence location. Mayor Brett Smiley, East Providence Mayor Bob DaSilva, and numerous community leaders gathered to recognize Goodwill for its ongoing contributions to the community, including employment services and job training opportunities that support Rhode Islanders in achieving success.  

URI Football to Play 2026 Home Games at Centreville Bank Stadium

The University of Rhode Island will play its 2026 football home games at Centreville Bank Stadium in Pawtucket, university and stadium officials announced Wednesday. With Meade Stadium set to undergo major renovations at the conclusion of the 2025 football season, URI Vice President/Athletics Director Thorr Bjorn and Centreville Bank Stadium General Manager Paul Byrne worked together to bring the Rams to Pawtucket next Fall. "We are thrilled to partner with Centreville Bank Stadium to be our home next

Welcome Octapharma Plasma to Providence

Octapharma Plasma, Inc. celebrated the grand opening of its new Providence location with a ribbon cutting ceremony on September 17th. The new center is now open to the public, offering plasma donation services that contribute to the development of life-saving therapies. The event marked the company’s official launch in Rhode Island and the expansion of its network of donation centers across the country.