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SUMMARY:2026 Hampton Roads Small Business Symposium: Contracting for Success
DESCRIPTION:We are partnering with The Virginia Department of Small Business and Supplier Diversity (SBSD) for\nthis in-person event!\nREGISTER HERE AT THIS LINK:\nhttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/2026-hampton-roads-small-business-symposium-contracting-for-success-tickets-1985846619697?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true  \nConnect with fellow entrepreneurs\, resource partners\, and procurement professionals while learning how to do business at the local\, state\, and federal levels.  \nTopics will include:\nBusiness development and preparation tools\nUnderstanding the government contracting process\nHow to access contracting opportunities\nNo cost to attend\, registration required.  \nSchedule:  \nExhibitor Set up @ 7:00am – 8:00am\nDoors open at 8:00am  \n8:00 – 8:45am\nCheck-in and Networking Breakfast  \n8:45 – 9:00am\nWelcome and Opening Remarks (City of Virginia Beach)  \nPartner Introductions (Overview of Services/Resources)  \nBenefits of government contracting (Moderator/MC Narrative)\nGovernment contracting offers a significant financial opportunity for small businesses. Local\, state\, and federal agencies purchase a wide range of products and services in both large and small quantities\, creating consistent demand across industries. Selling to the government also helps ensure that small businesses are not overshadowed by larger corporations. It provides a more equitable environment while supporting small businesses as key drivers of economic growth and job creation.  \nThe following sessions are intended to educate participants and bring clarity to the government contracting landscape.  \nModerator Narrative: It is essential for businesses to be prepared when pursuing government contracting opportunities because to help them transform ideas into organized\, competitive operations. These tools allow business owners to analyze their capacity\, understand procurement requirements\, strengthen financial and operational systems\, and develop strategic plans for growth. Ultimately\, these tools help businesses move from being interested in government contracting to being truly prepared to compete\, perform\, and succeed in the public sector marketplace.  \n9:00am – 9:50am\nSession I:\nBusiness Development and Preparation Tools\nMarket Intelligence… who is buying what I am selling?\nCapacity\, Capability\, Credentials … Is your business ready?\nKnow your codes (NAICS vs NiGP) (APEX\, eVA) \nModerator Narrative: Understanding how the government contracting process works is essential for businesses that want to successfully compete for public sector opportunities. The process can be complex\, with specific rules\, requirements\, and timelines that must be followed. When business owners understand how agencies identify needs\, release solicitations\, evaluate proposals\, and award contracts\, they are better prepared to position their company effectively. Understanding the process allows businesses to navigate the system with confidence and increase their chances of winning and successfully performing government contracts.  \n9:55 – 10:45am\nSession I: Understanding the Government Contracting Process (State University\, Federal\, Local)\nWhat are Purchasing Rules?\nUnderstanding contract terms and conditions\nProcurement lifecycle (from solicitation to award to contract management)\nTypes of Solicitations \n10:45 – 10:55 Break 10 minutes  \nModerator Narrative:\nUnderstanding how to access government contracting—and which tools to use—is essential to unlocking opportunities with some of the largest customers: government entities. Successfully pursuing these opportunities involves registering on bidding platforms\, building relationships with procurement officials\, prime contractors\, and subcontractors\, and positioning your business competitively. Doing so can lead to long-term\, predictable revenue\, a more diversified portfolio\, and enhanced credibility in the marketplace.  \n10:55 -11:45am\nSession III: Accessing Contract Opportunities\nTools and Technology: Bidding Platforms/Procurement sites (eVA\, SAM\, Open Gov\, Supplier Portals) (eVA\, SAM.gov\, Virginia Beach\, Norfolk or NNews for Open Gov)\nBuilding Relationships (partnering/teaming\, contracting officers\, primes) (APEX)\nProposal Development – How to Respond to an RFP (key elements) (Presented by Hillary Boyce\, BAFO) \n11:50 – 12:05 PM Subcontracting Opportunity Spotlights (5 Minute Intros w/ a contact slide) – 2 or 3 primes with major projects/upcoming opportunities (15 Minutes) (FlatIron\, SB Ballard\, Dominion Energy?)  \n12:05 – 12:15 PM: Wrap-Up w/ Business Ready Lightning Round + Overall Q&A\n12:15 – 1:00 PM: Power Networking & Resource Fair\n1:00 PM: Adjourn
URL:https://newportnewsva.com/event/2026-hampton-roads-small-business-symposium-contracting-for-success-2/
LOCATION:Sandler Center for the Performing Arts\, 5901 Margate Ave\, Virginia Beach\, VA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business,Entrepreneurship,Home Based Business
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SUMMARY:The Network: Direct Employer Access (Norfolk)
DESCRIPTION:Stop applying online. Start shaking hands. Bypass the resume “black hole.” Meet vetted hiring managers who know what your clearance is worth\nThe Algorithm Can’t Hire You. We Can.\nThe Problem: You spend hours tailoring your resume. You submit it to an online portal. You wait. You hear nothing. The “Black Hole” of online applications is the enemy of a fast transition.\nThe Solution: The Network is your bypass. We cut the red tape and put you in the room with the people who actually sign the offer letters.\nThis isn’t a “job fair” where you collect brochures. This is a tactical access point to the 757’s most aggressive military-hiring companies. We have vetted every employer in the room. They aren’t here to tell you to “apply on the website”—they are here to find their next team leader.\nWho Should Attend:\nTransitioning Service Members: Who are tired of the waiting game.\nMilitary Spouses: Looking for employers who understand the PCS lifestyle.\nVeterans: Ready to level up from their current civilian role.\nYour Rules of Engagement:\nBring Resumes if you have them BUT no biggie if you don’t.\nBe Social: No stress\, take your 30 seconds to tell them who you are. Make it count. Learn who they are and what they’re looking for. If it’s not you\, how you can help.\nThe job market is all about who you know. Come know the right people.\nIf you have any additional questions\, please do not hesitate to contact us:\nPhone: 757-807-0423\nEmail: militarycommunity@theworkforcecouncil.org\nThis event and the services provided herein at the Hampton Roads Veterans Employment Centers are funded through 25% or $199\,576 through the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act and 75% or $580\,391 through nonfederal sources.
URL:https://newportnewsva.com/event/the-network-direct-employer-access-norfolk-31/
LOCATION:Hampton Roads Veterans Employment Center (HRVEC)\, 861 Glenrock Rd\, Norfolk\, VA\, United States
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SUMMARY:One-on-One Business Mentoring with SCORE
DESCRIPTION:Need expert advice to grow your business?\nWhether you’re just starting out or looking to scale\, SCORE’s business mentors can help guide you through your next steps. Walk-ins are welcome\, but appointments are preferred to ensure you get the time and attention you need.
URL:https://newportnewsva.com/event/one-on-one-business-mentoring-with-score-24/
LOCATION:The HIVE by City of Virginia Beach\, 301 S Independence Blvd\, Virginia Beach\, VA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business,Entrepreneurship,Home Based Business
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SUMMARY:2026 Hampton Roads Small Business Symposium: Contracting for Success
DESCRIPTION:We are partnering with The Virginia Department of Small Business and Supplier Diversity (SBSD) for\nthis in-person event!\nREGISTER HERE AT THIS LINK:\nhttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/2026-hampton-roads-small-business-symposium-contracting-for-success-tickets-1985846619697?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true  \nConnect with fellow entrepreneurs\, resource partners\, and procurement professionals while learning how to do business at the local\, state\, and federal levels.  \nTopics will include:\nBusiness development and preparation tools\nUnderstanding the government contracting process\nHow to access contracting opportunities\nNo cost to attend\, registration required.  \nSchedule:  \nExhibitor Set up @ 7:00am – 8:00am\nDoors open at 8:00am  \n8:00 – 8:45am\nCheck-in and Networking Breakfast  \n8:45 – 9:00am\nWelcome and Opening Remarks (City of Virginia Beach)  \nPartner Introductions (Overview of Services/Resources)  \nBenefits of government contracting (Moderator/MC Narrative)\nGovernment contracting offers a significant financial opportunity for small businesses. Local\, state\, and federal agencies purchase a wide range of products and services in both large and small quantities\, creating consistent demand across industries. Selling to the government also helps ensure that small businesses are not overshadowed by larger corporations. It provides a more equitable environment while supporting small businesses as key drivers of economic growth and job creation.  \nThe following sessions are intended to educate participants and bring clarity to the government contracting landscape.  \nModerator Narrative: It is essential for businesses to be prepared when pursuing government contracting opportunities because to help them transform ideas into organized\, competitive operations. These tools allow business owners to analyze their capacity\, understand procurement requirements\, strengthen financial and operational systems\, and develop strategic plans for growth. Ultimately\, these tools help businesses move from being interested in government contracting to being truly prepared to compete\, perform\, and succeed in the public sector marketplace.  \n9:00am – 9:50am\nSession I:\nBusiness Development and Preparation Tools\nMarket Intelligence… who is buying what I am selling?\nCapacity\, Capability\, Credentials … Is your business ready?\nKnow your codes (NAICS vs NiGP) (APEX\, eVA) \nModerator Narrative: Understanding how the government contracting process works is essential for businesses that want to successfully compete for public sector opportunities. The process can be complex\, with specific rules\, requirements\, and timelines that must be followed. When business owners understand how agencies identify needs\, release solicitations\, evaluate proposals\, and award contracts\, they are better prepared to position their company effectively. Understanding the process allows businesses to navigate the system with confidence and increase their chances of winning and successfully performing government contracts.  \n9:55 – 10:45am\nSession I: Understanding the Government Contracting Process (State University\, Federal\, Local)\nWhat are Purchasing Rules?\nUnderstanding contract terms and conditions\nProcurement lifecycle (from solicitation to award to contract management)\nTypes of Solicitations \n10:45 – 10:55 Break 10 minutes  \nModerator Narrative:\nUnderstanding how to access government contracting—and which tools to use—is essential to unlocking opportunities with some of the largest customers: government entities. Successfully pursuing these opportunities involves registering on bidding platforms\, building relationships with procurement officials\, prime contractors\, and subcontractors\, and positioning your business competitively. Doing so can lead to long-term\, predictable revenue\, a more diversified portfolio\, and enhanced credibility in the marketplace.  \n10:55 -11:45am\nSession III: Accessing Contract Opportunities\nTools and Technology: Bidding Platforms/Procurement sites (eVA\, SAM\, Open Gov\, Supplier Portals) (eVA\, SAM.gov\, Virginia Beach\, Norfolk or NNews for Open Gov)\nBuilding Relationships (partnering/teaming\, contracting officers\, primes) (APEX)\nProposal Development – How to Respond to an RFP (key elements) (Presented by Hillary Boyce\, BAFO) \n11:50 – 12:05 PM Subcontracting Opportunity Spotlights (5 Minute Intros w/ a contact slide) – 2 or 3 primes with major projects/upcoming opportunities (15 Minutes) (FlatIron\, SB Ballard\, Dominion Energy?)  \n12:05 – 12:15 PM: Wrap-Up w/ Business Ready Lightning Round + Overall Q&A\n12:15 – 1:00 PM: Power Networking & Resource Fair\n1:00 PM: Adjourn
URL:https://newportnewsva.com/event/2026-hampton-roads-small-business-symposium-contracting-for-success/
LOCATION:Sandler Center for the Performing Arts\, 5901 Margate Ave\, Virginia Beach\, VA\, United States
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SUMMARY:How to Do Business With GSA
DESCRIPTION:Learn the ins and outs of doing business with GSA in this online event – don’t miss out on this valuable opportunity!\nHave you ever wondered how to do business with the government? Do you know GSA provides this information free of charge? Please join us for a comprehensive overview of GSA\, which includes an Agency Overview of how the Public Buildings Service (PBS) and the Federal Acquisition Service (FAS) do business\, how to access and find GSA requirements\, Small Business Search (SBS)\, Multiple Award Schedules\, and more.
URL:https://newportnewsva.com/event/how-to-do-business-with-gsa/
LOCATION:Online event
CATEGORIES:Business
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SUMMARY:Build Your Own Claude Skills: Teach Claude How You Work | AICHR
DESCRIPTION:Notice: This meeting will be recorded. By joining and remaining in this meeting\, you consent to being recorded. If you do not consent\, please do not join.\nBuild Your Own Claude Skills: Teach Claude How You Work\nEvery session\, you explain the same things. Your coding standards. Your review process. Your preferred format. Your tone of voice. Your deployment steps.\nClaude doesn’t remember between sessions. CLAUDE.md helps — it tells Claude who you are and what you prefer. But a preference list isn’t a playbook. You need something that says: “When you encounter THIS situation\, follow THESE steps\, use THESE templates\, and produce THIS output.”\nThat’s a Skill. You teach Claude once. It follows the process forever. And it can auto-invoke — Claude detects when to use a skill without you even asking.\nThis session is a live\, demo-driven workshop. We’ll build 10 real skills from scratch\, covering everything from daily standups and code reviews to meeting notes and project scaffolding. By the end\, you’ll have a personal skill library that makes Claude work the way you work.\nWhat we’ll cover:\n🧠 Why Skills Matter CLAUDE.md tells Claude who you are. Skills tell Claude how you work. The difference between explaining something every session and teaching it once.\n⚡ Built-In Skills You Might Not Know /review\, /simplify\, /plan\, /loop\, /batch\, /anthropic — what ships with Claude Code and how to use each one.\n🔧 Anatomy of a Skill SKILL.md frontmatter\, the markdown body\, supporting files (templates\, scripts\, examples)\, auto-invocation\, and the $ARGUMENTS system.\n🛠️ 10 Skills We’ll Build Live:\nDaily Standup Report — auto-generated from git history and calendar\nCode Review Checklist — your team’s standards\, enforced every time\nMeeting Notes Formatter — messy notes in\, structured summary out\nPR Description Generator — Claude writes the PR description from the diff\nBug Report Creator — plain language to structured report with GitHub issue\nEmail Drafter — with voice matching from a style guide file\nCompetitive Quick Look — one company name in\, structured brief out\nProject Scaffolder — /scaffold react-app and everything is set up\nWeekly Reflection — end-of-week self-assessment that builds an archive\nDocumentation Updater — catches stale docs before your users do\n📁 Organizing and Sharing Skills Global vs project skills\, sharing via git\, keeping SKILL.md lean\, and building a team-wide skill library.\nWho this is for: Developers and technical professionals who use Claude Code and want to stop repeating themselves. If you’ve attended any of our previous events\, this is the session where you turn everything you’ve learned into reusable\, persistent workflows. Non-technical Cowork users will benefit from skills 3\, 6\, 7\, and 9 (meeting notes\, email drafting\, competitive research\, weekly reflection).\nWho this is NOT for: If you haven’t used Claude Code or Cowork yet\, start with our earlier events and free setup guides. This session assumes you’re comfortable with Claude and want to go deeper.\nWhat you’ll leave with: ✅ At least 2-3 working skills installed and tested ✅ A free homework doc with all 10 skill templates ready to copy ✅ Understanding of SKILL.md anatomy\, auto-invocation\, and supporting files ✅ A framework for building and sharing skills across your team\nPrerequisites: — Claude Desktop installed with Cowork\, OR Claude Code CLI installed — Claude Pro ($20/month) or Max ($100+/month) subscription — Basic familiarity with Claude from a previous event or self-study — Developers: a terminal open and a project folder ready to work in\n🎙️ Your Speaker Andrew Stafford Co-Lead of The AI Collective Hampton Roads. 25+ years across technology\, cloud architecture\, and AI — including work with Amazon\, NASA\, healthcare platforms\, and enterprise systems. Author of AI for Business. Currently building at the intersection of AI tooling\, agentic workflows\, and practical business automation.\n🏢 For Businesses Want to bring AI automation training to your team? We offer private workshops (lunch and learn\, half-day\, full-day bootcamp)\, conference speaking\, and technical consulting. Book a discovery call\n🤝 Organizers & partners\n​\nOrganizers\nThe AI Collective Hampton Roads\n​Platinum partners\nTechArk\nRegent University\nECPI University\nHampton Roads Chamber Foundation\nRetail Alliance & Retail Alliance Foundation\nBronze partners\nAssembly\n757 Collab\n🌍 ​Our parent org\nThe AI Collective is a global non-profit community uniting 225\,000+ pioneers – founders\, researchers\, operators\, and investors – exploring the frontier of AI in major tech hubs worldwide. Through events\, workshops\, and community-led research\, we empower the AI ecosystem to collaboratively steer AI’s future toward trust\, openness\, and human flourishing.\nAll attendees and organizers at events affiliated with The AI Collective agree to our privacy policy and are subject to our code of conduct. Additionally\, by registering for this event\, you agree to The AI Collective Hampton Roads chapter photo & video policy.
URL:https://newportnewsva.com/event/build-your-own-claude-skills-teach-claude-how-you-work-aichr/
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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-15/
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 (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-15/
LOCATION:Hampton Roads Veterans Employment Center (HRVEC)\, 861 Glenrock Rd\, Norfolk\, VA\, United States
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SUMMARY:1-on-1 Marketing & Branding Support
DESCRIPTION:Sign up for  a free marketing and branding support session (virtual or in person @ The HIVE in VA Beach) using the Calendly link below!\nDO NOT Sign up Via EVENTBRITE! \nPLEASE use the following link to sign up for the event: Calendly\, DO NOT Sign up Via EVENTBRITE!\nProvided by Simon Matthews\, CEO of Open Door Media Solutions is here to provide advice and valuable resources to help you make a confident\, well-informed decision about your marketing! During your conversation\, he’ll take the time to understand your goals\, answer your questions\, and share insights tailored specifically to your business needs.\nSimply choose any day and time from the calendar that works best for you\, and lock in a session that fits your schedule. He looks forward to connecting with you soon and helping you take the next step toward achieving your marketing goals!
URL:https://newportnewsva.com/event/1-on-1-marketing-branding-support-16/
LOCATION:The HIVE by City of Virginia Beach\, 301 S Independence Blvd\, Virginia Beach\, VA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business,Entrepreneurship,Home Based Business
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SUMMARY:PART 3:Evaluations Factors and Instructions to Offerors in Government
DESCRIPTION:This is a 6-part introduction to federal contracting and inactive proposal lab workshop offered by Hillary Boyce of BAFO Services LLC.\nNot all government opportunities are worth pursuing. In this session\, participants will gain critical skills for analyzing solicitations and deciding whether to bid. We’ll walk through the components of solicitations—covering the Statement of Work (SOW)\, Instructions to Offerors\, and Evaluation Factors—and explain what each section means for your proposal strategy.\nLearn how to make confident bid/no-bid decisions based on alignment with your capabilities\, pricing strategy\, past performance\, and win probability.\nLearning Objectives:\nBreak down solicitation components (RFPs\, RFQs\, IFBs)\nUnderstand what evaluation factors and instructions really mean\nUse a bid/no-bid framework to make smart pursuit decisions
URL:https://newportnewsva.com/event/part-3evaluations-factors-and-instructions-to-offerors-in-government/
LOCATION:The HIVE by City of Virginia Beach\, 301 S Independence Blvd\, Virginia Beach\, VA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business,Entrepreneurship,Home Based Business
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260520T223000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260521T003000
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SUMMARY:YELLOW Bright Sparks: Unlocking Minds: A Vibrant Journey in Cultural Mental Health + The Future of Wellness
DESCRIPTION:Join us as YELLOW offers an insightful discussion on cultural mental health and the future of wellness\, followed by a mix + mingle with small bites. Guest speakers include Tiffany Lauren Jones (Founder\, The Sartori Agency)\, Loni Davis (Yoga Instructor & Herbalist)\, and Andrés Casablanca (MS-CMHC\, Norton Therapeutic Solutions). Doors open at 5:45 pm for networking\, and the conversation starts at 6:30 pm. This conversation is powered by YELLOW\, a 501(c)(3) non-profit founded by Pharrell Williams.  – https://airtable.com/app4Wg6ukB4u4fHr4/shrwFiNqWvtQ1B0yU
URL:https://newportnewsva.com/event/yellow-bright-sparks-unlocking-minds-a-vibrant-journey-in-cultural-mental-health-the-future-of-wellness/
LOCATION:400 Granby St\, Norfolk\, VA\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260521T090000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260521T150000
DTSTAMP:20260531T061814
CREATED:20260520T203041Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260520T203041Z
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SUMMARY:The Network: Direct Employer Access (Norfolk)
DESCRIPTION:Stop applying online. Start shaking hands. Bypass the resume “black hole.” Meet vetted hiring managers who know what your clearance is worth\nThe Algorithm Can’t Hire You. We Can.\nThe Problem: You spend hours tailoring your resume. You submit it to an online portal. You wait. You hear nothing. The “Black Hole” of online applications is the enemy of a fast transition.\nThe Solution: The Network is your bypass. We cut the red tape and put you in the room with the people who actually sign the offer letters.\nThis isn’t a “job fair” where you collect brochures. This is a tactical access point to the 757’s most aggressive military-hiring companies. We have vetted every employer in the room. They aren’t here to tell you to “apply on the website”—they are here to find their next team leader.\nWho Should Attend:\nTransitioning Service Members: Who are tired of the waiting game.\nMilitary Spouses: Looking for employers who understand the PCS lifestyle.\nVeterans: Ready to level up from their current civilian role.\nYour Rules of Engagement:\nBring Resumes if you have them BUT no biggie if you don’t.\nBe Social: No stress\, take your 30 seconds to tell them who you are. Make it count. Learn who they are and what they’re looking for. If it’s not you\, how you can help.\nThe job market is all about who you know. Come know the right people.\nIf you have any additional questions\, please do not hesitate to contact us:\nPhone: 757-807-0423\nEmail: militarycommunity@theworkforcecouncil.org\nThis event and the services provided herein at the Hampton Roads Veterans Employment Centers are funded through 25% or $199\,576 through the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act and 75% or $580\,391 through nonfederal sources.
URL:https://newportnewsva.com/event/the-network-direct-employer-access-norfolk-32/
LOCATION:Hampton Roads Veterans Employment Center (HRVEC)\, 861 Glenrock Rd\, Norfolk\, VA\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260521T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260521T113000
DTSTAMP:20260531T061814
CREATED:20260520T203225Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260520T203225Z
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SUMMARY:Code + Coffee + Beignets | Beignets & Brew
DESCRIPTION:Code + Coffee BONUS EDITION: Code + Coffee + Beignets\nJoin us for a relaxed morning meetup where developers\, designers\, founders\, and tech enthusiasts gather over great coffee to talk shop\, share ideas\, and connect with others in the local tech community.\nCode + Coffee has no formal agenda—just bring your laptop\, a project you’re working on\, a question you’ve been thinking about\, or simply come to meet other people building interesting things. Whether you’re coding\, designing\, experimenting with AI\, launching a startup\, or just curious about technology\, you’ll find friendly conversations and plenty of inspiration.\nExpect:\nGood coffee\nInteresting technical conversations\nPeople sharing projects and ideas\nOccasional spontaneous whiteboard sessions\nDrop in anytime during the meetup window.\nStay for 10 minutes or the whole time.\nIf you’ve been looking for a low-key way to meet other developers in the area\, this is it.
URL:https://newportnewsva.com/event/code-coffee-beignets-beignets-brew/
LOCATION:Beignets & Brew\, 520 W 21st St\, Norfolk\, VA\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260521T093000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260521T123000
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SUMMARY:Creating a Capability Statement that Makes Your Business STAND OUT
DESCRIPTION:A Virginia APEX Accelerator Organized or Sponsored event\nDo NOT use this eventbrite\, please use the following link instead!: In-Person Only: Creating a Capability Statement that Makes Your Business STAND OUT (Virginia Beach)\nA properly formatted Capability Statement will aid in getting the right business recognition\, vital in distinguishing one business from another during the government competitive process. This class will provide businesses with the correct tools to communicate what they can provide to help government professionals in their day-to-day competitive acquisition process.\nHow this class helps\nIntroduce purpose of Capability (aka Cap) Statement in government contracting\nDemonstrate/explain fundamentals of how to develop a Cap Statement\nDemonstrate importance of Market Research when preparing Cap Statement\nCover essential areas for an effective Cap Statement to enhance government interest in product/service offered\nProvide guidance concerning the most acceptable format(s) accepted via government procurement professionals\nIntroduction\nSection by Section Overview\nCore Competencies (designed to reach target audiences or satisfy specific requirements)\nAcceptable Past Performance\nDifferentiators\nCompany Data (with specific codes\, schedules\, BPAs\, state/local data\, etc.)\nOverall Appearance
URL:https://newportnewsva.com/event/creating-a-capability-statement-that-makes-your-business-stand-out-2/
LOCATION:The HIVE by City of Virginia Beach\, 301 S Independence Blvd\, Virginia Beach\, VA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business,Entrepreneurship,Home Based Business
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260521T100000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260521T110000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260520T203124Z
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SUMMARY:Business Finance Basics
DESCRIPTION:This financial workshop is presented by Vice President and Financial Inclusion Leader Mara Bostelman of Truist Bank.\nThis interactive session will help show you how to build\, manage\, and protect your business for years to come.  \nIn this course\, you’ll learn key elements of business finance basics to manage your cash flow\, explore ways to expand your business\, and understanding insurance for your business.  \nWe’ll also provide valuable take-away resources to help you and your business.\nAgenda:\nManage Cash Flow\nExpand Your Business\nProtect Your Business
URL:https://newportnewsva.com/event/business-finance-basics-11/
LOCATION:The HIVE by City of Virginia Beach\, 301 S Independence Blvd\, Virginia Beach\, VA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business,Entrepreneurship,Home Based Business
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260521T100000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260521T120000
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SUMMARY:Professional Selling for Small Business
DESCRIPTION:Selling doesn’t have to feel pushy. Learn to ask smart questions\, understand needs\, and turn natural conversations into real opportunities.\nMany new business owners feel uncomfortable with selling—but it doesn’t have to be that way. This workshop reframes selling as a natural\, customer-focused conversation rather than a high-pressure tactic. You’ll learn how to ask the right questions\, understand customer needs\, and present your product or service with confidence and clarity. By the end of the session\, you’ll have practical techniques to turn everyday conversations into real business opportunities.
URL:https://newportnewsva.com/event/professional-selling-for-small-business/
LOCATION:Fox Hill Neighborhood Center\, 65 Hall Rd\, Hampton\, VA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260521T123000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260521T130000
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SUMMARY:1-on-1 Marketing & Branding Support
DESCRIPTION:Sign up for  a free marketing and branding support session (virtual or in person @ The HIVE in VA Beach) using the Calendly link below!\nDO NOT Sign up Via EVENTBRITE! \nPLEASE use the following link to sign up for the event: Calendly\, DO NOT Sign up Via EVENTBRITE!\nProvided by Simon Matthews\, CEO of Open Door Media Solutions is here to provide advice and valuable resources to help you make a confident\, well-informed decision about your marketing! During your conversation\, he’ll take the time to understand your goals\, answer your questions\, and share insights tailored specifically to your business needs.\nSimply choose any day and time from the calendar that works best for you\, and lock in a session that fits your schedule. He looks forward to connecting with you soon and helping you take the next step toward achieving your marketing goals!
URL:https://newportnewsva.com/event/1-on-1-marketing-branding-support-17/
LOCATION:The HIVE by City of Virginia Beach\, 301 S Independence Blvd\, Virginia Beach\, VA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business,Entrepreneurship,Home Based Business
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260521T180000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260521T200000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260520T203233Z
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SUMMARY:Vinyl Cutting and Heat Transfer Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Cut\, press\, and take it home. Learn vinyl cutting and heat transfer on a Cricut and roll fed cutter. All materials included. 4 spots only.\nVinyl Cutting and Heat Transfer Workshop \nFrom custom decals to iron-on designs\, this class covers two of the most fun and versatile skills in the maker toolkit. In this 1.5-hour hands-on workshop you’ll learn to use both a Cricut and a professional roll fed vinyl cutter to design\, cut and apply your own creations. No experience required.\nYou’ll cut a custom decal to take home and press a heat transfer design onto a blank item we provide. Along the way you’ll learn the basics of design setup\, material selection and application technique so you can hit the ground running on your own projects after class.\nClass is capped at 4 students so everyone gets hands-on time with both machines and plenty of one on one attention from the instructor.\nWhat’s included: All materials\, vinyl\, blank item for heat transfer\, and instruction\nTake home: Your finished decal and heat transfer item\nClass size: 4 students max\nDuration: 1.5 hours
URL:https://newportnewsva.com/event/vinyl-cutting-and-heat-transfer-workshop/
LOCATION:757 Makerspace – Norfolk\, 737 E 23rd St\, Norfolk\, VA\, United States
CATEGORIES:757 Maker Space,Business,Entrepreneurship,Home Based Business
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260522
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260524
DTSTAMP:20260531T061814
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260520T203247Z
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SUMMARY:NOODLE | The Thinkers Convention
DESCRIPTION:On May 22-23\, Some of the brightest\, most driven minds in business\, technology\, music and media will gather alongside the brightest minds of the region to noodle.\nLearn more about the event and lineup at: https://noodlecon.com/
URL:https://newportnewsva.com/event/noodle-the-thinkers-convention/
LOCATION:Victory Landing Park\, 50 26th St\, Newport News\, VA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conference,Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260522T123000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260522T130000
DTSTAMP:20260531T061814
CREATED:20260520T203258Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260520T203258Z
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SUMMARY:1-on-1 Marketing & Branding Support
DESCRIPTION:Sign up for  a free marketing and branding support session (virtual or in person @ The HIVE in VA Beach) using the Calendly link below!\nDO NOT Sign up Via EVENTBRITE! \nPLEASE use the following link to sign up for the event: Calendly\, DO NOT Sign up Via EVENTBRITE!\nProvided by Simon Matthews\, CEO of Open Door Media Solutions is here to provide advice and valuable resources to help you make a confident\, well-informed decision about your marketing! During your conversation\, he’ll take the time to understand your goals\, answer your questions\, and share insights tailored specifically to your business needs.\nSimply choose any day and time from the calendar that works best for you\, and lock in a session that fits your schedule. He looks forward to connecting with you soon and helping you take the next step toward achieving your marketing goals!
URL:https://newportnewsva.com/event/1-on-1-marketing-branding-support-18/
LOCATION:The HIVE by City of Virginia Beach\, 301 S Independence Blvd\, Virginia Beach\, VA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business,Entrepreneurship,Home Based Business
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260523T100000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260523T160000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260520T203258Z
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SUMMARY:CNC for Beginners: A Weekend Intensive
DESCRIPTION:Learn to use the CNC! 2-day hands-on workshop. Make your first CNC project (and we make lunch too!). Beginners welcome. Limited to 4\nShopBot CNC for Beginners: A Weekend Intensive\nEventbrite Overview\nReady to add CNC skills to your maker toolkit?\nJoin us for an immersive weekend where you’ll go from complete beginner to confident ShopBot operator. This isn’t your typical demonstration-heavy workshop – this is 100% hands-on learning where you’ll design AND create your own project.\nWhat Makes This Workshop Special\nWe believe in learning by doing. Over two days\, you’ll master every aspect of CNC routing\, from digital design to finished product. Our intimate group format (maximum 4 participants) ensures you get extensive one-on-one instruction and plenty of actual cutting time on the ShopBot.\nAnd because we’re makers who make everything – yes\, we even fire up the grill to make lunch together! It’s all part of the collaborative\, creative atmosphere that makes learning fun.\nYour Weekend Journey\nSaturday: Design Day (10 AM – 4 PM) Start with CNC fundamentals and safety\, then dive into design software. Break for lunch (we provide)\, you’ll understand how to think like a CNC operator. The afternoon is all about creating your custom project design with instructor guidance. You’ll leave Saturday excited about what you’re going to make.\nSunday: Make Day (10 AM – 4 PM)This is where the magic happens. Set up your material\, select your tools\, and watch your design come to life. You’ll operate the ShopBot yourself (with supervision)\, troubleshoot real situations\, and finish your project to take home. By 4 PM\, you’ll have both a completed project AND the confidence to create more.\nWhat You’ll Learn\nCNC fundamentals and safety protocols\nDesign software (VCarve Pro) from basics to toolpaths\nMaterial selection and preparation\nTool selection and changes\nShopBot setup and operation\nTroubleshooting common issues\nFinishing techniques\nBest practices for different project types\nWhat’s Included\n✓ 10 hours of hands-on instruction\n✓ All materials for your project\n✓ Fresh-grilled lunch both days (dietary restrictions accommodated)\n✓ Coffee\, snacks\, and beverages throughout\n✓ Digital files of your designs to keep\n✓ Comprehensive resource guide\n✓ 30 days of email support after the workshop\n✓ Certificate of completion\n✓ 10% discount on your next 757 Makerspace workshop\nWho Should Attend\nComplete beginners curious about CNC\nWoodworkers ready to embrace digital fabrication\nEntrepreneurs needing prototyping skills\nArtists and designers seeking new creative tools\nCrafters wanting to scale up production\nAnyone who’s watched a CNC router and thought “I want to do that!”\nNo experience necessary! If you can use a computer\, you can learn CNC.\nYour Instructor\nBeau Turner brings 10+ years of CNC experience and a passion for teaching. Known for patient\, clear explanations and hands-on teaching style\, he ensures every student leaves confident in their new skills and for those with a little experience already\, you will learn a few new tricks.\nWhat to Bring\nLaptop if you have one (we’ll provide computers if needed). We’ll teach VCarve Pro for toolpaths\, but you’re welcome to design in your preferred software like Fusion\nClosed-toe shoes (required for safety)\nComfortable\, weather-appropriate clothing (our shop can get warm in summer!)\nNote-taking supplies\nYour creativity and questions!\nOptional: Project ideas or inspiration photos\nLocation & Parking\nFree parking available on-site.\nThe workshop takes place in our fully equipped woodshop with our professional ShopBot PRSalpha CNC router.\nEarly Bird Pricing Available\nSpace is strictly limited to 4 participants to ensure quality instruction and maximum hands-on machine time.\nCancellation Policy\nLife happens – we get it. Full refund available up to 7 days before the workshop. 50% refund available 3-6 days before. Within 48 hours\, no refunds but full credit toward future workshops. If we cancel for any reason\, you’ll receive a full refund.\nHealth & Safety\nYour safety is our priority. We follow all current health guidelines and maintain a clean\, well-ventilated workspace. Safety equipment is provided\, and proper procedures are mandatory.\nStill Have Questions?\nEmail us at contact@757makerspace.org or call 757-301-1118. We’re happy to discuss your goals and ensure this workshop is right for you.\nReady to Transform Your Making?\nIn just one weekend\, you’ll gain skills that open up endless creative possibilities. Whether you dream of starting an Etsy shop\, prototyping inventions\, or just making cool stuff for your home\, this workshop is your first step.\nClick “Register” to claim your spot. Let’s make something amazing together!\nNote: This workshop fills quickly. Our last ShopBot class sold out in 48 hours.
URL:https://newportnewsva.com/event/cnc-for-beginners-a-weekend-intensive/
LOCATION:757 Makerspace – Norfolk\, 737 E 23rd St\, Norfolk\, VA\, United States
CATEGORIES:757 Maker Space,Business,Entrepreneurship,Home Based Business
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260526T090000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260526T150000
DTSTAMP:20260531T061814
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260520T203309Z
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SUMMARY:The Network: Direct Employer Access (Norfolk)
DESCRIPTION:Stop applying online. Start shaking hands. Bypass the resume “black hole.” Meet vetted hiring managers who know what your clearance is worth\nThe Algorithm Can’t Hire You. We Can.\nThe Problem: You spend hours tailoring your resume. You submit it to an online portal. You wait. You hear nothing. The “Black Hole” of online applications is the enemy of a fast transition.\nThe Solution: The Network is your bypass. We cut the red tape and put you in the room with the people who actually sign the offer letters.\nThis isn’t a “job fair” where you collect brochures. This is a tactical access point to the 757’s most aggressive military-hiring companies. We have vetted every employer in the room. They aren’t here to tell you to “apply on the website”—they are here to find their next team leader.\nWho Should Attend:\nTransitioning Service Members: Who are tired of the waiting game.\nMilitary Spouses: Looking for employers who understand the PCS lifestyle.\nVeterans: Ready to level up from their current civilian role.\nYour Rules of Engagement:\nBring Resumes if you have them BUT no biggie if you don’t.\nBe Social: No stress\, take your 30 seconds to tell them who you are. Make it count. Learn who they are and what they’re looking for. If it’s not you\, how you can help.\nThe job market is all about who you know. Come know the right people.\nIf you have any additional questions\, please do not hesitate to contact us:\nPhone: 757-807-0423\nEmail: militarycommunity@theworkforcecouncil.org\nThis event and the services provided herein at the Hampton Roads Veterans Employment Centers are funded through 25% or $199\,576 through the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act and 75% or $580\,391 through nonfederal sources.
URL:https://newportnewsva.com/event/the-network-direct-employer-access-norfolk-33/
LOCATION:Hampton Roads Veterans Employment Center (HRVEC)\, 861 Glenrock Rd\, Norfolk\, VA\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260526T100000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260526T113000
DTSTAMP:20260531T061814
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260520T203308Z
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SUMMARY:LinkedIn with Lindsay: Constructing an Impactful LinkedIn Profile
DESCRIPTION:Join Lindsay Silverman\, VP of Talent Acquisition for Regions Bank\, for a one-hour hands-on workshop on how to build a LinkedIn profile.\nRegister by following the link below:https://engage.theworkforcecouncil.org/register/LINDSAYLINKEDINMAY262026\nLinkedIn with Lindsay: Constructing an Impactful LinkedIn Profile\nBring your laptop and come ready to put your online presence in motion as we build your LinkedIn profile together\, step-by-step.\nJoin Lindsay Silverman\, VP of Talent Acquisition for Regions Bank\, for a one-hour hands-on workshop on how to build an attractive LinkedIn profile and use the power of your network to enhance your job search.\nWho should attend?\nAll Veterans\, Military Spouses and Dependents\, and Transitioning Service Members seeking professional or skilled technical careers in the private and non-DoD public sectors.\nWhat to expect:\nThis is a hands-on-keys workshop! Together\, we will establish your LinkedIn presence as we build and complete each section of your profile. Attendees will be encouraged to share profile content with one another to cultivate ideas\, best practices\, and provide the group with productive feedback. Once your profile is built\, we will begin connecting with others and exploring companies and people of interest to maximize career opportunities and boost your professional online presence.\nAt the end of the workshop\, you will have an appealing professional profile and know how to build your network- with the right connections. LinkedIn is a social network ideal for those seeking professional and/or uniquely skilled technical careers in the private sector.\nRequired preparation:\nTo prepare for this workshop you will want to create a LinkedIn account in advance\, have 2-3 profile pictures saved in compatible formats (PNG\, JPG)\, and a resume or draft of your resume that includes job history progression. A laptop or similar device\, other than a smartphone\, will be required to create a profile. The Workforce will provide free wi-fi.\nRegister by following the link below:\nhttps://engage.theworkforcecouncil.org/register/LINDSAYLINKEDINMAY262026\nThis event and the services provided herein at the Hampton Roads Veterans Employment Centers are funded through 25% or $199\,576 through the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act and 75% or $580\,391 through nonfederal sources.
URL:https://newportnewsva.com/event/linkedin-with-lindsay-constructing-an-impactful-linkedin-profile-2/
LOCATION:Hampton Roads Veterans Employment Center (HRVEC)\, 861 Glenrock Rd\, Norfolk\, VA\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260526T120000
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SUMMARY:One-on-One Business Mentoring with SCORE
DESCRIPTION:Need expert advice to grow your business?\nWhether you’re just starting out or looking to scale\, SCORE’s business mentors can help guide you through your next steps. Walk-ins are welcome\, but appointments are preferred to ensure you get the time and attention you need.
URL:https://newportnewsva.com/event/one-on-one-business-mentoring-with-score-25/
LOCATION:The HIVE by City of Virginia Beach\, 301 S Independence Blvd\, Virginia Beach\, VA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business,Entrepreneurship,Home Based Business
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260526T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260526T153000
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SUMMARY:Build Your Own AI Agent: The Claude Agent SDK | AICHR
DESCRIPTION:Notice: This meeting will be recorded. By joining and remaining in this meeting\, you consent to being recorded. If you do not consent\, please do not join.\nThis event is capped at 500 attendees. Register now to secure your spot.\nBuild Your Own AI Agent: The Claude Agent SDK –\nYou’ve been using Claude Code interactively. Type a prompt\, watch it work\, review the output. That’s great for your workflow. But what happens when you need Claude running inside your application? Processing uploads at 3 AM? Reviewing PRs automatically? Analyzing logs as a service?\nThe Claude Agent SDK is Claude Code packaged as a Python and TypeScript library. One function call\, one prompt\, and you have a fully autonomous agent with 10+ built-in tools — file reading\, code editing\, shell commands\, web search\, MCP connections — all handled autonomously. No tool loop. No orchestration code. The SDK is free and open source. You pay for tokens only.\nThis is a live coding workshop. We’ll build 10 real agents from scratch\, starting with a 10-line bug finder and ending with a multi-agent coordinator that spawns subagents for parallel work.\nWhat we’ll cover:\n🧠 Why the Agent SDK Changes Everything The difference between the Client SDK (you build the tool loop)\, Claude Code CLI (you interact manually)\, and the Agent SDK (Claude handles tools autonomously in your code).\n⚡ 10 Agents We’ll Build Live:\nBug Finder & Fixer — reads code\, finds bugs\, fixes them. 10 lines of Python.\nCode Documentation Generator — docstrings for every function in a directory\nTest Writer — writes tests\, runs them\, fixes failures\, iterates until green\nFile Processor Pipeline — watch a folder\, process every new file automatically\nAPI Health Monitor — hits endpoints\, reports status\, opens issues on failure\nLog Analyzer — reads logs\, groups errors by pattern\, produces a digest\nSecurity Auditor — scans for hardcoded secrets\, SQL injection\, missing validation\nData Report Generator — reads a database or CSV\, produces formatted reports\nPR Review Bot — triggered by webhook\, reviews against your checklist\, posts comments\nMulti-Agent Coordinator — spawns subagents for parallel research + writing + review\n🏗️ Managed Agents Preview The hosted version: sandboxed containers\, persistent state\, credential vaulting. $0.08/session-hour + tokens. Public beta since April 8\, 2026. When to use Agent SDK (your infra) vs Managed Agents (Anthropic’s infra).\nWho this is for: Python or TypeScript developers who want to build autonomous AI agents. If you’ve been using Claude Code and want to embed its capabilities into your own applications\, services\, or pipelines — this is the session. Prior experience with Claude Code is helpful but not required.\nWho this is NOT for: Non-developers. This is a coding workshop. Every demo involves writing and running Python or TypeScript code. If you’re looking for no-code AI workflows\, see our earlier events in the series.\nWhat you’ll leave with: ✅ The Agent SDK installed and a working agent running on your machine ✅ A free homework doc with all 10 agent templates in Python and TypeScript ✅ Understanding of built-in tools\, permission modes\, MCP integration\, and subagents ✅ The architecture for building production agent services\nPrerequisites: — Python 3.10+ or Node.js 18+ — An Anthropic API key (sign up at console.anthropic.com) — A code editor and terminal — Basic Python or TypeScript proficiency\n🎙️ Your Speaker Andrew Stafford Co-Lead of The AI Collective Hampton Roads. 25+ years across technology\, cloud architecture\, and AI — including work with Amazon\, NASA\, healthcare platforms\, and enterprise systems. Author of AI for Business. Currently building at the intersection of AI tooling\, agentic workflows\, and practical business automation.\n🏢 For Businesses Want to bring AI automation training to your team? We offer private workshops (lunch and learn\, half-day\, full-day bootcamp)\, conference speaking\, and technical consulting. Book a discovery call\n🤝 Organizers & partners\n​\nOrganizers\nThe AI Collective Hampton Roads\n​Platinum partners\nTechArk\nRegent University\nECPI University\nHampton Roads Chamber Foundation\nRetail Alliance & Retail Alliance Foundation\nBronze partners\nAssembly\n757 Collab\n🌍 ​Our parent org\nThe AI Collective is a global non-profit community uniting 225\,000+ pioneers – founders\, researchers\, operators\, and investors – exploring the frontier of AI in major tech hubs worldwide. Through events\, workshops\, and community-led research\, we empower the AI ecosystem to collaboratively steer AI’s future toward trust\, openness\, and human flourishing.\nAll attendees and organizers at events affiliated with The AI Collective agree to our privacy policy and are subject to our code of conduct. Additionally\, by registering for this event\, you agree to The AI Collective Hampton Roads chapter photo & video policy.
URL:https://newportnewsva.com/event/build-your-own-ai-agent-the-claude-agent-sdk-aichr/
LOCATION:Online event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260526T180000
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SUMMARY:Peninsula Builders Study Group
DESCRIPTION:New AI tools are dropping every week. Bookmarks are piling up. “To-be-studied” lists are growing faster than we can keep up with.\nSound familiar?\nPeninsula Builders Study Group is a local initiative for builders of the Peninsula area who want to stop meaning to learn and start actually doing it—together.\nThere’s no pressure to be an expert\, and no bootcamp intensity. Just a consistent habit\, a room full of curious people\, and the accountability that comes from showing up.\nHow it works:\nWe meet every two weeks on Tuesdays from 6:00–7:30 PM at CNU. Sessions are a mix of focused study and group discussion.\nThings to bring:\nLaptop\nEarphones/headphones\nSession details:\n🕕 Study time: 6:05 PM – 7:05 PM\n🤝 Networking time: 7:05 PM – 7:30 PM\n📍 Location: Christopher Newport University (Luter 170)\n🔁 Frequency: Bi-weekly (Tuesdays)\n💬 Join Slack: Fill Google Form\nDirections:\nPark in the visitor spots in front of Trible Library. From there\, take the first right onto the brick path (on your right if you’re facing the library)\, walk past the Freeman Center\, and take the first left. Luter 170 is in the rightmost wing of the Luter Hall building\, you’ll see a sign on the door.\nRoadmap (optional structure we’re following):\nAI Fluency + Claude 101 (start here)\nBuilding with the Claude API\nIntro to MCP + MCP Advanced\nClaude Code in Action + Coursera module\nPractice questions + scenario walkthroughs\nAnti-patterns review\nBased on: “The Claude Certified Architect is Here!”\nYou are welcome to study on anything else too. The goal is the habit\, not the syllabus.
URL:https://newportnewsva.com/event/peninsula-builders-study-group-2/
LOCATION:Christopher Newport University\, 1801 Wythe Ct\, Hampton\, VA\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260526T193000
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SUMMARY:🧜‍♀️ AICHR | Peninsula Builders Study Group
DESCRIPTION:New AI tools are dropping every week. Bookmarks are piling up. “To-be-studied” lists are growing faster than we can keep up with.\nSound familiar?\nPeninsula Builders Study Group is a local initiative for students and developers of the Peninsula area who want to stop meaning to learn and start actually doing it—together.\nThere’s no pressure to be an expert\, and no bootcamp intensity. Just a consistent habit\, a room full of curious people\, and the accountability that comes from showing up.\nHow it works:\nWe meet every two weeks on Tuesdays from 6:00–7:30 PM at CNU. Sessions are a mix of focused study and group discussion.\nThings to bring:\nLaptop\nEarphones/headphones\nSession details:\n🕕 Study time: 6:05 PM – 7:05 PM\n🤝 Networking time: 7:05 PM – 7:30 PM\n📍 Location: Christopher Newport University (Luter 170)\n🔁 Frequency: Bi-weekly (Tuesdays)\n💬 Join Slack: Fill Google Form\nDirections:\nPark in the visitor spots in front of Trible Library. From there\, take the first right onto the brick path (on your right if you’re facing the library)\, walk past the Freeman Center\, and take the first left. Luter 170 is in the rightmost wing of the Luter Hall building\, you’ll see a sign on the door.\nRoadmap (optional structure we’re following):\nAI Fluency + Claude 101 (start here)\nBuilding with the Claude API\nIntro to MCP + MCP Advanced\nClaude Code in Action + Coursera module\nPractice questions + scenario walkthroughs\nAnti-patterns review\nBased on: “The Claude Certified Architect is Here!”\nYou are welcome to study on anything else too. The goal is the habit\, not the syllabus.\n🤝 Organizers & partners\n​\nOrganizers\nThe AI Collective Hampton Roads\n​Platinum partners\nTechArk\nRegent University\nECPI University\nHampton Roads Chamber Foundation\nRetail Alliance & Retail Alliance Foundation\nThe HIVE + City of Virginia Beach\nBronze partners\nAssembly\n757 Collab\n🌍 ​Our parent org\nThe AI Collective is a global non-profit community uniting 200\,000+ pioneers – founders\, researchers\, operators\, and investors – exploring the frontier of AI in major tech hubs worldwide. Through events\, workshops\, and community-led research\, we empower the AI ecosystem to collaboratively steer AI’s future toward trust\, openness\, and human flourishing.\nAll attendees and organizers at events affiliated with The AI Collective agree to our privacy policy and are subject to our code of conduct. Additionally\, by registering for this event\, you agree to The AI Collective Hampton Roads chapter photo & video policy.
URL:https://newportnewsva.com/event/%f0%9f%a7%9c%e2%99%80%ef%b8%8f-aichr-peninsula-builders-study-group-2/
LOCATION:Christopher Newport University\, 1801 Wythe Ct\, Hampton\, VA\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="%F0%9F%A7%9C%E2%80%8D%E2%99%80%EF%B8%8F The AI Collective Hampton Roads":MAILTO:aicollectivehr-announce@messages.meetup.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260526T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260526T193000
DTSTAMP:20260531T061814
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SUMMARY:Peninsula Developers Study Group
DESCRIPTION:New AI tools are dropping every week. Bookmarks are piling up. “To-be-studied” lists are growing faster than we can keep up with.\nSound familiar?\nPeninsula Developers Study Group is a local initiative for students and developers in the Peninsula area who want to stop meaning to learn and start actually doing it—together.\nThere’s no pressure to be an expert\, and no bootcamp intensity. Just a consistent habit\, a room full of curious people\, and the accountability that comes from showing up.\nHow it works:\nWe meet every two weeks on Tuesdays from 6:00–7:30 PM at CNU. Sessions are a mix of focused study and group discussion.\nSession details:\n🕕 Study time: 6:05 PM – 7:05 PM\n🤝 Networking time: 7:05 PM – 7:30 PM\n📍 Location: Christopher Newport University (Luter 170)\n🔁 Frequency: Bi-weekly (Tuesdays)\n💬 Join Slack: Fill Google Form\nThings to bring:\nLaptop\nEarphones/headphones\nRoadmap (optional structure we’re following):\nAI Fluency + Claude 101 (start here)\nBuilding with the Claude API\nIntro to MCP + MCP Advanced\nClaude Code in Action + Coursera module\nPractice questions + scenario walkthroughs\nAnti-patterns review\nBased on: “The Claude Certified Architect is Here!”\nYou are welcome to study on anything else too. The goal is the habit\, not the syllabus.
URL:https://newportnewsva.com/event/peninsula-developers-study-group-3/
LOCATION:Christopher Newport University\, 1801 Wythe Ct\, Hampton\, VA\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260527T090000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260527T150000
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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-16/
LOCATION:Hampton Roads Veterans Employment Center (HRVEC)\, 861 Glenrock Rd\, Norfolk\, VA\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260527T090000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260527T150000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260520T203310Z
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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-16/
LOCATION:Hampton Roads Veterans Employment Center (HRVEC)\, 861 Glenrock Rd\, Norfolk\, VA\, United States
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