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SUMMARY:HRNG & S.M.I.L.E. Thank You Note Writing Event at Gather VB
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a St. Patrick’s Day Thank You Note Writing & Networking Event hosted by the amazing Kristen Mantlo with S.M.I.L.E. at Gather VB\nHRNG Thank You Note Writing- Kristen Mantlo🍀with S.M.I.L.E.\n🍀Ah the lost art of the hand-written note!  Join us for a St. Patrick’s Day Thank You Note Writing & Networking Event hosted by the amazing Kristen Mantlo with S.M.I.L.E. Samantha Makes It a Little Easier. She’s Irish-perfect. We will have a Bit o’ Irish fun and enjoy some coffee and refreshments. Bring your list of people you’d like to thank and their addresses (optional) and we will provide the Thank you notes\, and even some Stamps! Kristen will also teach us some writing etiquette.\n🍀What about the science behind it?   Glad you asked! Scientific research proves that higher levels of gratitude significantly enhance overall well-being\, including increased happiness\, better physical health (lower blood pressure\, stronger immune system)\, improved sleep\, and stronger social relationships. Cultivating gratitude rewires the brain to boost feel-good neurotransmitters like dopamine and serotonin\, while reducing stress hormones. So let’s give some thanks!\n🍀Want to network\, but don’t want to write notes? We will play a game of “Get to Know you Bingo” and we will have some Door Prizes as well. You can get a head start on Holiday cards\, or help someone put stamps on their cards.\n🍀Please wear something GREEN!🍀\nFree for HRNG Paid Members. Only $10 for Non-Members.\n🍀Space is Limited to the first 35 to RSVP and get their tickets on EventBrite.
URL:https://newportnewsva.com/event/hrng-s-m-i-l-e-thank-you-note-writing-event-at-gather-vb/
LOCATION:Gather Virginia Beach – Office Space and Coworking\, 249 Bus Park Dr\, Virginia Beach\, VA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Networking
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SUMMARY:Connect Coastal Virginia's Sip&Socialize Business Networking
DESCRIPTION:Join Connect Coastal Virginia for our Sip & Socialize Networking Event where GovCon leaders\, tech innovators and creative minds meet!
URL:https://newportnewsva.com/event/connect-coastal-virginias-sipsocialize-business-networking/
LOCATION:Jimmy G’s Chop House & Bistro Bar\, 3333 Virginia Beach Blvd\, Virginia Beach\, VA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meetup,Networking
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SUMMARY:After Hours At Virginia Beer Company
DESCRIPTION:Good conversations don’t always happen during the workday.\nAfter Hours is a relaxed\, drop-in evening meetup organized by the W&M Entrepreneurship Hub and held this spring at the Virginia Beer Company in Williamsburg. These gatherings bring together students\, alumni\, mentors\, founders\, and community members for casual conversation and connection in a shared community space.\nThere’s no agenda and no program\, just time and space to talk\, catch up\, and meet people across campus and the region. Drop in for a bit or stay awhile. No registration required.
URL:https://newportnewsva.com/event/after-hours-at-virginia-beer-company/
LOCATION:Virginia Beer Company\, 401 2nd St\, York Terrace\, VA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Networking
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SUMMARY:HRNG LinkedIn Profile Refresh (Part 1) at Starbucks VB
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an informative training session  to update & Level Up your LinkedIn profile!  Networking is built right in too! Tickets Required\nJoin us for a fun and informative event (Part 1) where you can learn How to get your LinkedIn Profile up to date with expert tips from Markella. Whether you want to enhance your Linkedin presence\, or be more of an expert in your industry\, this event is perfect for you.\n💻WHERE: Come to Starbucks Landstown Centre Way (NOT Landstown Commons) and network while updating your profile with the latest trends. We will be in the private meeting room there in the back.\n💻BRING: Tablet or Laptop with a full charge to use during the class. You will need to access Linkedin and make updates during the class.\n💻TIX: Required: Please RSVP and get your ticket here on EventBrite as we have very limited space for up to 12 attendees. $20 for HRNG Paid Members 💻$30 for Non-Members & $50 for Super Ticket. We have 3 FREE spots for HRNG Members that have already paid & attended previously! These will go quickly.\n💻FOOD/DRINK: **Please arrive early if you’d like to order a drink or food for during the event(highly encouraged & recommended). They –don’t allow– outside food or drinks.\n💻HOUSE RULES: Also\, please plan to stay the entire time. We are all adults and I know things can come up. Dress comfortably if you can- the room tends to get cold. I’m totally on board with bringing blankets & jackets to be comfy.\n😎 Looking forward to seeing everyone there. Get your Ticket for Part 2 Right After!
URL:https://newportnewsva.com/event/hrng-linkedin-profile-refresh-part-1-at-starbucks-vb/
LOCATION:Starbucks\, 3241 Landstown Ct\, Virginia Beach\, VA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Networking
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SUMMARY:LinkedIn Profile Upgrade (Part 2) at Starbucks VB
DESCRIPTION:Join us  to take your LinkedIn profile even further! This Class includes some Canva Tips too! Training Part 1 Completion Required to Attend\nLinkedin Profile Upgrade (Part 2) with Markella at Starbucks Landstown Centre Way VB\nJoin us for a fun and informative event where you can learn How to get your LinkedIn Profile to “VIP Status” with expert tips from Markella. This includes some Canva Tips too! Whether you want to take your Linkedin presence even further\, or learn how to utilize Canva for background images and posts\, this event is perfect for you.\nWHERE: Come to Starbucks 1933 Landstown Centre Way (NOT Landstown Commons) and network while updating your profile with the latest trends. We will be in the private meeting room there in the back.\nBRING: Tablet or Laptop with a full charge to use during the class. You will need to access both Linkedin & Canva and make updates during the class. You can create a FREE Canva account prior to this event.\nTIX: Required: Please RSVP and get your ticket here on EventBrite as we have very limited space for up to 12 attendees. $15 for HRNG Paid Members -$25 for Non-Members.\nFOOD/DRINK: **Please arrive early if you’d like to order a drink or food for during the event(highly encouraged & recommended). They –don’t allow– outside food or drinks.\nHOUSE RULES: Also\, please plan to stay the entire time. Dress comfortably if you can- the room tends to get cold. I want you to be comfortable. Bring blankets & jackets if you’d like.\nLooking forward to seeing everyone again!
URL:https://newportnewsva.com/event/linkedin-profile-upgrade-part-2-at-starbucks-vb/
LOCATION:Starbucks\, 3241 Landstown Ct\, Virginia Beach\, VA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Networking
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SUMMARY:Geeks at a Bar- Peninsula Happy Hour
DESCRIPTION:Do you work with technology or for a tech company? Do you speak geek? Come network with other technology industry workers for a casual\, conversational happy hour.
URL:https://newportnewsva.com/event/geeks-at-a-bar-peninsula-happy-hour-6/
LOCATION:Marketplace at Tech Center\, 12090 Jefferson Ave\, Newport News\, VA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meetup,Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260327T103000
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SUMMARY:S.H.E. Talks March 2026 Fireside Chat with Suzanne Scullion
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our 3rd S.H.E. Talks Fireside Chat of 2026! Our speaker is Suzanne Scullion\, with GRACE Financial Coaching\nJoin us for our Monthly Event Series where we chat in person with our 2025 S.H.E. Talks Alumni and get more in depth on their topics.\nOur 14th SHE Talks👄Fireside Chat speaker is Suzanne Scullion. She will be speaking about: Personal Finances: Clarity over Budgeting. She will also be answering questions. This is a relaxed\, more intimate setting. There will be coffee & refreshments. We will also have welcome bags as well as a Door Prize.\n👄WHERE: We will be at Love Godesss Women’s Studio near Town Center VB\n👄WHEN: FRIDAY 3/27/26 from 10:30am to 12:00 pm. Lots of Free Parking.\n👄COST: This is only $10 per person and FREE for HRNG Paid Members. Seating is Limited so Please Register ASAP on EventBrite. This includes Paid Members!\n👄(1) Sponsor this Event: Be our VIP Event Sponsor- For only $150 -Get lots of Advertising on Social Media as well as via email and at the event! Put your items in a Welcome Bag that each attendee will get\, Bring a retractable banner\, speak for 2 minutes at the event\, and have a table (optional). We will also place your logo on our website leading up to the event.\n👄(2) Food/Drink/Vendor Tables are Available for only $50 each! Give out your samples and also sell your product. You will get 1 minute to speak to attendees about your product.\nWe hope to see you there! It is such a fun time.Please Register on EventBrite.\n(due to the nature and dialogue of these converstations\, these events 21 and over)
URL:https://newportnewsva.com/event/s-h-e-talks-march-2026-fireside-chat-with-suzanne-scullion/
LOCATION:Lovegodesss Women’s Studio\, 301 S Independence Blvd\, Virginia Beach\, VA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260407T080000
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SUMMARY:Women in Business Coffee Meetup
DESCRIPTION:Join us April 7th from 8-10 AM at The Legacy at Willow Pond in Suffolk for a morning of networking and real connection. This is an open-format event\, so come whenever it works for you. No registration needed.\nAt 9 AM\, we’ll do round-robin introductions so everyone has a chance to share what they’re working on and meet the room.\n \n@womeninbusinesshr is a community-led support and networking group for women-owned businesses across Hampton Roads. And no\, you don’t have to own a business to come. If you work for one\, support one\, or just want to be in the room with women building things\, you’re welcome here.\nWe rotate locations each month to highlight incredible women-owned businesses across our area.\nIf you want to stay in the loop\, fill out this form to be added to the email list. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1aТАw7QFaE0y_GHynu0gL8Мх6С1V1cZjNGz8zX47РKkA/edit\nCome as you are. Leave with connections.
URL:https://newportnewsva.com/event/women-in-business-coffee-meetup/
LOCATION:The Legacy at Willow Pond\, 4251 White Marsh Rd\, Suffolk\, VA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business,Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260414T103000
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SUMMARY:HRNG Speed Networking at Sojourn Fermentory in Suffolk
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Sojourn Fermentory for Speed Networking! This is a great opportunity to get to know lots of members quickly.\nJoin us at Sojourn Fermentory in Suffolk for a Speed ⏲️Networking Event! Speed Networking is HRNG’s most requested event. This event typically sells out\, so get your ticket On EventBrite ASAP! Free for HRNG Members and $15 for all others. Space is Limited! Doors open at 10:30 (earlier than open time) so no need to arrive any earlier.\nWe will have light refreshments and mingling for the first 30 minutes during check-in\, and then hear about this incredible space from HRNG Member\, Nicole Couch. From there\, we will have quick 3 minute “Speed Meetings” with 1 minute in between for 1 side of the room to move\, with as many meetings as we can fit into our time. Bring lots of business cards and get ready to have tons of fun! This Event is great for both Introverts and Extroverts.\nHot Tip: Stay after for Lunch\, or order something during our short break time in the middle! Their food is amazing! Try their pizza! or Beignets. Yum.
URL:https://newportnewsva.com/event/hrng-speed-networking-at-sojourn-fermentory-in-suffolk/
LOCATION:Sojourn Fermentory\, 5100 W View Ct\, Suffolk\, VA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Networking
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SUMMARY:Norfolk Cybersecurity Networking & Happy Hour
DESCRIPTION:From 6-9pm for a night of networking and fun at The OV Beach Tavern located in Ocean View\, Norfolk. Happy hour is till 8pm with fantastic deals\, check the 2nd image for details.\nConnect with fellow tech enthusiasts\, Information Security\, and Cybersecurity professionals in a relaxed atmosphere. Share ideas\, make new friends\, and enjoy delicious drinks and snacks. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to expand your professional circle and have a great time!\nFree tickets and further details are available at:\nhttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/1980179496178
URL:https://newportnewsva.com/event/norfolk-cybersecurity-networking-happy-hour-2/
LOCATION:The OV Beach Tavern\, 9659 First View St\, Norfolk\, VA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Networking
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260422
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260427
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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: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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260422T180000
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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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DTEND;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260424T120000
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SUMMARY:S.H.E. Talks April 2026 Fireside Chat with Kristen Mantlo
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our 4th S.H.E. Talks Fireside Chat of 2026! Our speaker is Kristen Mantlo \, with S.M.I.L.E.\, Samantha Makes It A Little Easier\nJoin us for our Monthly Event Series where we chat in person with our 2025 S.H.E. Talks Alumni and get more in depth on their topics.\nOur 15th SHE Talks👄Fireside Chat speaker is the Fabulous Kristen Mantlo. She will be speaking about: Well\, she will tell us very soon. She will also be answering questions from the crowd. This is a relaxed\, more intimate setting. There will be Cranky Sisters Coffee available for purchase & other refreshments. We will also have welcome bags as well as a Door Prize! Don’t miss it!  We are starting a bit earlier at 10am from feedback from our Pink Moon Event so that we can mingle longer\, and adding a few more vendors. Our speaker still starts at 11am! No worries if you can’t come until 10:30.\n👄WHERE: We will be at Love Godesss Women’s Studio near Town Center VB\n👄WHEN: FRIDAY 4/24/26 from 10:00am to 12:00 pm. Lots of Free\, Easy Parking.\n👄COST: This is only $10 per person and FREE for HRNG Paid Members. Seating is Limited so Please Register ASAP on EventBrite. This includes Paid Members!\n👄(1) Sponsor this Event: Be our VIP Event Sponsor- For only $150 -Get lots of Advertising on Social Media as well as via email and at the event! Put your items in a Welcome Bag that each attendee will get\, Bring a retractable banner\, speak for 2 minutes at the event\, and have a table (optional). We will also place your logo on our website leading up to the event.\n👄(2) Food/Drink/Large Vendor Tables are Available for only $50 each! Give out your samples and also sell your product. You will get 1 minute to speak to attendees about your product. Put your items in the welcome bag.\n👄(3) Podcast Room/Small Vendor Tables are Available for only $25 each! Give out your samples and info and also talk to attendees. Use a small table and couch or bring your own 4×4 or 6 foot table.\nWe hope to see you there! It is such a fun time.Please Register on EventBrite.\n(due to the nature and dialogue of these converstations\, these events 21 and over)
URL:https://newportnewsva.com/event/s-h-e-talks-april-2026-fireside-chat-with-kristen-mantlo/
LOCATION:Lovegodesss Women’s Studio\, 301 S Independence Blvd\, Virginia Beach\, VA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Networking
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