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SUMMARY:14th Annual Tom Tom Festival
DESCRIPTION:A Festival About the Future of Community.\nIdeas by Day\nCommunities need big ideas and passionate people willing to step and bring them to life. Tom Tom connects these engaged citizens and leaders across backgrounds and sectors to dream big. Talks\, workshops\, and keynotes facilitate connections\, build trust\, and inspire action.\nCelebration by Night\nWe believe in having fun\, and the Festival is a testament to it. Some of Charlottesville’s biggest and most memorable celebrations happen here. Whether it’s a massive Downtown Mall Block Party\, multi-genre concerts\, or fabulous dance events\, it’s all about bringing the community together to build friendship and trust.
URL:https://newportnewsva.com/event/14th-annual-tom-tom-festival/
LOCATION:Charlottesville\, Charlottesville\, VA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Just For Fun,Networking
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SUMMARY:April BizConnect Networking/Coffee - KROC Center
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our larger monthly networking coffee to connect with other members of the business community and meet new people.\nMembers attend at no charge. Non-members $10 in advance\, $15 at the door. Click here to purchase ticket: https://form.jotform.com/60153655736963
URL:https://newportnewsva.com/event/april-bizconnect-networking-coffee-kroc-center/
LOCATION:The Salvation Army Kroc Center Hampton Roads\, 1401 Ballentine Blvd\, Norfolk\, VA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Networking
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SUMMARY:HERO Wednesday: The Resource War Room (Norfolk)
DESCRIPTION:Stop navigating alone. Get direct intel on Housing\, Healthcare & Education/DoD Skillbridge. Skip the waitlists. The 757’s best resources.\nHousing. Healthcare. Education/DoD Skillbridge. Zero red tape. Direct access to the experts you need in one room. Secure your family’s logistics now.
URL:https://newportnewsva.com/event/hero-wednesday-the-resource-war-room-norfolk-11/
LOCATION:Hampton Roads Veterans Employment Center (HRVEC)\, 861 Glenrock Rd\, Norfolk\, VA\, United States
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SUMMARY:HERO Wednesday: The Resource War Room (PENINSULA)
DESCRIPTION:Housing/Healthcare/Education/DoD Skillbridge. No red tape. Direct access to the experts you need in one room.\nOne room. Every resource.\nConnect directly with Housing\, Healthcare & DoD Skillbridge/Education providers. Cut through the noise and get solutions.
URL:https://newportnewsva.com/event/hero-wednesday-the-resource-war-room-peninsula-11/
LOCATION:Hampton Roads Veterans Employment Center (HRVEC)\, 861 Glenrock Rd\, Norfolk\, VA\, United States
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SUMMARY:eVA: Virginia’s Online Bidding Portal
DESCRIPTION:This advanced workshop is the 2nd in our series & focuses on lead generation.\nDO NOT Sign up Via EVENTBRITE! \n*****PLEASE use the following link to sign up for the event:*****\nhttps://dgs-virginia.zoomgov.com/meeting/register/gYqbbunqRbyMz-GssrD4sA  \nThis advanced workshop is the 2nd in our series & focuses on lead generation. This hands-on session explores the public transparency tools available on the eVA website\, including the Report & Resource Center and the new “power” search.  You’ll learn how to identify buyers who are buying what you sell\, determine prices being paid for goods/services\, identify who’s getting business (is it you or your competition). We’ll also walk through the Virginia Business Opportunities public posting page – featuring collaboration tools like B2B Connect & VIBE – as we discuss how & when eVA builds a lead list for you and why rating your leads is important.
URL:https://newportnewsva.com/event/eva-virginias-online-bidding-portal/
LOCATION:Online event
CATEGORIES:Business,Entrepreneurship,Home Based Business
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SUMMARY:Secure Energy Future Center (SEFC) Grand Opening
DESCRIPTION:The Virginia Tech Corporate Research Center is pleased to invite you to the Grand Opening of the Secure Energy Future Center (SEFC) at Tech Center Research Park\, a new regional hub advancing next-generation energy innovation.\nJoin us for a dynamic and engaging program featuring regional and state leadership\, an inside look at SEFC\, and the opportunity to connect with those shaping the future of energy in the Commonwealth and beyond.\nCheck-in and registration will open at 9:45 AM\, with the program beginning promptly at 10:00 AM.\nThe event will feature brief remarks\, followed by guided tours of the center and networking opportunities. Light refreshments will be served.\nAbout SEFC:\nSEFC is a hub for next-generation energy solutions in a highly strategic coastal location\, leveraging Hampton Roads’ unique assets to drive innovation\, solve complex energy challenges\, and enable strategic growth for the region\, the Commonwealth\, and beyond. Leveraging Virginia’s most valuable assets— world-class university research\, unmatched defense and maritime infrastructure\, proximity to famed Jefferson Lab and NASA facilities and world-class programming from Virginia Tech and VTCRC—SEFC serves as a market-driven platform for accelerating energy innovation into scalable commercial solutions.\nLearn more about the Secure Energy Future Center HERE.
URL:https://newportnewsva.com/event/secure-energy-future-center-sefc-grand-opening/
LOCATION:Virginia Tech Newport News
CATEGORIES:Networking
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SUMMARY:Extracurricular | The Power Of Creative Business IV
DESCRIPTION:Come engage in lively discussions\, build meaningful connections\, and uncover the transformative power of creative thinking in today’s ever-evolving marketplace. Whether you’re an entrepreneur\, artist\, or simply curious about the synergy between art and commerce\, this event is for you.\nEvent Highlights: Panel Discussion featuring innovative business leaders and creatives\nSounds by Diósa | Light refreshments provided | Cash bar | Free with RSVP
URL:https://newportnewsva.com/event/extracurricular-the-power-of-creative-business-iv/
LOCATION:Assembly\, 400 Granby St\, Norfolk\, VA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business,Networking
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SUMMARY:The Giving Exchange: Clothing & Home Goods Swap
DESCRIPTION:Clear out your closet and refresh your style — all for a great cause! Enjoy a fashion forecast by Foster Beauty\, a fashion show\, mocktails by FreeLife\, and find a few fresh finds for the spring and summer while also supporting the Urban Renewal Center. All adult sizes and genders welcome. RSVP to get more event details\, and bring a friend! Free for Assembly tenants & members; $5 for non-members. – https://community.assemblynfk.com/events/1415692432/the-giving-exchange-clothing-and-home-goods-swap?&v=4.0.901
URL:https://newportnewsva.com/event/the-giving-exchange-clothing-home-goods-swap/
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SUMMARY:Extracurricular: The Power of Creative Business | Session IV
DESCRIPTION:Come out for a dynamic networking event that explores the intersection of creativity and business. Presented by Antidote Agency\, this event brings together a panel of visionary business owners and creatives to share stories\, insights\, and strategies on harnessing creativity as a driving force for success in the business world. Whether you’re an entrepreneur\, artist\, or simply curious about the synergy between art and commerce\, this event is for you! – https://posh.vip/e/extracurricular-the-power-of-creative-business
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