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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-4/
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-4/
LOCATION:Hampton Roads Veterans Employment Center (HRVEC)\, 861 Glenrock Rd\, Norfolk\, VA\, United States
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SUMMARY:The Nuts and Bolts of SBIRs/STTRs across Life Science Agencies WEBINAR
DESCRIPTION:The Nuts and Bolts of SBIRs/STTRs across Life Science Agencies WEBINAR\nFeeling daunted by the range of SBIR/STTR opportunities offered to support your emerging company’s life science product development?  With 11 federal agencies supporting the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs\, newcomers to the process may miss opportunities that are right for them simply because they may not be aware of some of the in’s and out’s of SBIRs/STTRs across agencies.  This 90-minute webinar with Q & A will help first-time applicants understand the landscape of opportunities to support awards at NIH\, NSF\, USDA\, ARPA-H and to a lesser extent DoD.  This webinar is presented by Life Science Works.  Our presenter has written and received SBIRs for his own life science company and he helps others navigate the landscape to zero in on the right opportunity at the right moment.LOCATION: WEBINARDATE: February 18\, 2026TIME: 1PM-2:30PMCOST:  •	Virginia Based Small Tech Firms & University Researchers\, FREE•	Non-Virginia Based Companies and University\, $45 person
URL:https://newportnewsva.com/event/the-nuts-and-bolts-of-sbirs-sttrs-across-life-science-agencies-webinar/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:Entrepreneurship,VIPC
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SUMMARY:Tech Talk with Neptune SHIELD - AI technology
DESCRIPTION:Ben Brown\, Founder of AYO Advisors\, advanced prompt engineering techniques working with emerging technologies\, including AI\, will join us.\nBen Brown will provide an overview of advanced prompt engineering techniques working with the latest generative AI models to best leverage their capabilities. He and AYO Advisors introduce structured frameworks for developing prompts that yield reliable\, repeatable\, and effective results to government industries. The discussion will also include the ethical use and limitations of AI and how to mitigate these issues using structured prompt engineering.  \nBen Brown is a former US Marine intelligence officer and has extensive operational deployments in Ukraine and other various theatres. He is a fluent Ukrainian and Russian speaker and has seen 1st hand how a strong knowledge of AI in the modern technology world can transform a leaders ability to multiply their workload in half the time\, both on and off the battle field. We have taken his three day course on Prompt Engineering and it is absolutly worth it! Even if you are well versed in AI/ML tools\, Ben will show you how to maximize efficeincy and make a huge leap forward to join the rest of the AI users in the world. You won’t want to miss this Tech Talk. Bring you’re own laptop for more hands on learning.\nLunch will be catered from Wegman’s and is included in the price of admission.\nThank you for supporting Neptune SHIELD and promoting Veterans in Business!
URL:https://newportnewsva.com/event/tech-talk-with-neptune-shield-ai-technology/
LOCATION:448 Viking Dr suite 300\, 448 Viking Dr\, Virginia Beach\, VA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business
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SUMMARY:Soup & Chili Swap
DESCRIPTION:Warm up your week — with a soup & chili swap! This is a shared-table kind of event — if you’re planning to enjoy the soups and chilis\, we ask that you bring something to contribute\, whether it’s a crockpot of soup\, chili\, or a tasty addition to go alongside. We’ll provide the fixings! Come taste\, trade recipes\, and hang out over a bowl (or three). No competition — just good food and good company. 🥣 – https://community.assemblynfk.com/events/1415655068/soup-and-chili-swap/tickets
URL:https://newportnewsva.com/event/soup-chili-swap/
LOCATION:400 Granby St\, Norfolk\, VA\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260218T180000
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SUMMARY:Android App Development 101
DESCRIPTION:Come join us either in person or virtually to learn the basics of Android App development.\nZoom Link: TBA
URL:https://newportnewsva.com/event/android-app-development-101/
LOCATION:Vision Care Center of Virginia\, 2156 Cunningham Dr\, Hampton\, VA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meetup
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SUMMARY:MIG Welding 101 NFK (16+)
DESCRIPTION:Learn the basics of MIG Welding in this introductory class.\nThis workshop is for any DIY person who can work a hot-glue gun and is ready to move to metal work with a basic wire-feed or MIG (Metal inert gas) welder. During this 2-hour workshop\, we speak about the different types of consumer welding (MIG\, TIG\, Arc)\, focusing on the easiest style which is wire-fed/MIG\, amperage vs voltage\, temperature vs wire-flow\, proper speed and flow techniques\, penetration vs burn through\, 110v vs 220v\, consumer vs professional\, and so on. This workshop aims to get you comfortable and secure enough to get hands-on creative experience\, then ready for custom fabrication and art creation in later workshops. Students will feel safe enough to start shopping after for a welder and supplies\, or to rent one for their projects. In this hands-on workshop\, participants will leave with a fun\, takeaway project.\nThis is a basic demonstration and hands-on steel welding for hobbyists. Required: Closed-toe shoes (no flops)\, long pants (no shorts)\, long sleeve cotton shirt or jacket that can take small sparks\, open mind\, open ears\, comfy shoes. Gloves are provided but it is preferred that you bring your own for fit- Goatskin or Deerskin gloves work well.Disclaimer:This is not a class to earn certifications. This class is purely a hands-on experience to provide access to a welder and the basics of how it works. Safe practices should always precede caution and participants attend at their own risk.\nDuration: 2 Hours\n(All materials included)
URL:https://newportnewsva.com/event/mig-welding-101-nfk-16/
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;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260219T090000
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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-8/
LOCATION:Hampton Roads Veterans Employment Center (HRVEC)\, 861 Glenrock Rd\, Norfolk\, VA\, United States
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SUMMARY:Building Your Value Proposition Design (VPD) Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Please join Senior Business Counselor\, and Adjunct GMU Professor George Siragusa\, as he guides you through a step-by-step process of building your Value Proposition Design which is invaluable to startups\, early stage companies\, growth\, or even mature businesses!\nThe Value Proposition Design (VPD) is a framework that enables businesses to develop and solidify their foundational ideas for how they will create\, communicate\, deliver and then extract marketplace value for a differentiated product or service intended to solve a specific problem aligned with a specific customer need while delivering tangible benefits\, for an intended potential customer segment in a domain space or industry sector. It lives inside something called the Business Model Canvas\, another important foundational business framework.
URL:https://newportnewsva.com/event/building-your-value-proposition-design-vpd-webinar/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Business,Entrepreneurship,SBDC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260219T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260219T193000
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SUMMARY:757CIO Event: M365 Migrations
DESCRIPTION:Topic: M365 Migration – Lessons from the Trenches\n​Join us for an evening of peer learning as we explore the complexities\, challenges\, and successes of Microsoft 365 migration projects. This session will move beyond theory to examine actual implementations\, providing actionable insights.\n​We are opening this event to technology leaders and their teams. We encourage you to bring your direct reports who engage in M365 initiatives\, infrastructure management\, or migration projects. This is an excellent opportunity for your teams to gain exposure to real-world experiences and learn alongside their peers.\n​Featured Speaker: Martin Gale\, Bluewave Technology Group\, Solution Architect\n​Martin brings 29 years of experience across the full spectrum of information technology roles\, from Systems Administrator to CIO and now Solution Architect. His extensive background spans servers\, storage\, networking\, and virtualization across both enterprise and service provider environments. Martin has worked in diverse industries including software development\, hardware manufacturing\, insurance\, and healthcare\, and holds certifications as a Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer and VMware Certified Professional. A military combat veteran and former Drill Instructor\, Martin\, brings a disciplined\, results-oriented approach to technology challenges.\n​During this session\, Martin will share real case studies from M365 migration projects\, providing candid perspectives on what worked\, what did not\, and the lessons learned along the way.\n​Event Sponsor: This event is generously sponsored by Bluewave Technology Group\, a technology advisory firm.\n​\n757CIO is a peer-to-peer community providing education and meaningful professional connections among technology leaders in the Hampton Roads region.
URL:https://newportnewsva.com/event/757cio-event-m365-migrations/
LOCATION:Kaufman & Canoles\, 150 W Main St\, Norfolk\, VA\, United States
CATEGORIES:757CIO
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260219T180000
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SUMMARY:AI Collective-HR | AI ideation\, research\, and validation
DESCRIPTION:Using AI to Think Like a Successful Entrepreneur\nAn AI-powered ideation\, research\, and validation workshop\nBuilding ideas is easy. Proving they matter is hard.\nThis hands-on workshop is designed to help you use AI as a thinking partner to move faster from vague ideas to clearer\, validated directions. Instead of guessing or relying on gut instinct alone\, you will learn practical ways to use AI to challenge assumptions\, explore markets\, and pressure-test ideas before you invest too much time or energy.\nThis session focuses on how founders\, builders\, and teams can use AI to think more clearly\, ask better questions\, and make more informed decisions. No hype. No pitch decks. Just practical frameworks you can apply right away.\n🔍 What you’ll learn\nHow to use AI to generate and refine early-stage ideas\nTurning assumptions into research questions instead of guesses\nExploring customer and market perspectives with AI support\nSimple validation techniques you can use immediately\nHow to move from intuition-driven thinking to evidence-informed decisions\nThis is not about memorizing prompts or chasing tools. It is about learning how to think better with AI in the loop.
URL:https://newportnewsva.com/event/ai-collective-hr-ai-ideation-research-and-validation/
LOCATION:ECPI University\, 5555 Greenwich Rd\, Virginia Beach\, VA\, United States
CATEGORIES:AI,Meetup
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260220
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SUMMARY:Techstars Startup Weekend
DESCRIPTION:Startup Weekend is a global\, 54-hour event where entrepreneurs\, developers\, designers\, and other professionals collaborate to turn an idea into a startup over a single weekend.\nPerfect for emerging executives developing an entrepreneurial mindset.\nFebruary 20 – 22\, 2026\nIn this three-day program aspiring entrepreneurs experience startup life. It is a creative and collaborative educational event over a Friday\, Saturday\, and Sunday. Open to the public\, anyone can develop and pitch new startup ideas. From executive product owners to independent inventors\, all are welcome.
URL:https://newportnewsva.com/event/techstars-startup-weekend/
LOCATION:University of Richmond
CATEGORIES:Entrepreneurship
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260220
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260223
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SUMMARY:757 BLD WKND 2026
DESCRIPTION:Hampton Road’s first hackathon supported by the 757 Startup Studios and Assembly.\nIf you like to build and create\, this event is for you. Picture a vibrant space where entrepreneurs\, students\, and professionals converge to build whatever they want—from innovative new projects to wacky ideas. The best projects\, as determined by our panel of expert and investor judges\, will have opportunities to win prizes and bragging rights. From the initial brainstorming to the final pitch\, you’ll experience a weekend-long version of the entrepreneurial journey.\nUnlike a traditional “hackathon”\, we have a broad sense of the word “build” — whether you’re technical or non-technical\, we want you to build together! This event is also an ideal platform to find talent or collaborators to bring your idea to life. The event will occur over three days at the 757 Startup Studios within the Assembly campus in Norfolk\, VA.
URL:https://newportnewsva.com/event/757-bld-wknd-2026-4/
LOCATION:757 Startup Studios @ Assembly\, 400 Granby St\, Norfolk\, VA\, United States
CATEGORIES:757 Startup Studios,Entrepreneurship,Just For Fun
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260220T080000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260220T090000
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SUMMARY:The American Dream\, Scaled: How a Migrant Worker Became a Tech Titan
DESCRIPTION:Johnny Garcia’s journey from migrant roots to tech CEO reveals how purpose and resilience build a profitable\, mission-driven company.\nPlease register at the following link: https://engage.theworkforcecouncil.org/register/JOHNNYGARCIAFEB202026\nSpeaker: Dr. Johnny Garcia\, CEO of SimIS\, Inc.\nThe Hook: Johnny Garcia didn’t start in a boardroom; he started in a cotton field as the child of migrant workers. Today\, he runs one of the most successful modeling and simulation companies in Virginia. How do you bridge that gap?\nWhy This is Unmissable: This isn’t just an entrepreneurship story; it’s a blueprint for building a mission-driven culture. Johnny has achieved what every executive wants: a highly profitable company with a fanatically loyal workforce (over 85% are veterans). He’s going to show you how “community service” isn’t a line item—it’s a competitive advantage.\nYou Will Learn:\nThe “Compass” Strategy: How to align profit with purpose to drive retention.\nVeteran Velocity: Why hiring military talent (85% of his staff!) is his secret weapon for innovation.\nResilience: Real-world tactics for turning early-life adversity into executive grit.\nPlease register at the following link: https://engage.theworkforcecouncil.org/register/JOHNNYGARCIAFEB202026
URL:https://newportnewsva.com/event/the-american-dream-scaled-how-a-migrant-worker-became-a-tech-titan/
LOCATION:Town Point Club\, 101 W Main St\, Norfolk\, VA\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260220T100000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260220T150000
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SUMMARY:Small Business Lawyer One-on-Ones
DESCRIPTION:Schedule a FREE 30 minute Question and Answer session with Attorney Roberts of Reviewed By Roberts\, PLLC.\nThis time is intended to discuss GENERAL Legal questions and provide GENERAL information regarding legal options and potential routes for resolving or avoiding legal issues. You may also discuss general business related questions and questions as to “what to\,” “how to\,” and “where to.”\nIf you have any questions that require further discussion or legal situations that require closer review\, there will be options to book an extended consultation for a reduced fee just for booking time through The HIVE!
URL:https://newportnewsva.com/event/small-business-lawyer-one-on-ones-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:20260220T140000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260221T000000
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SUMMARY:757 BLD WKND 2026
DESCRIPTION:If you love to build and create\, this event is for you! A high-energy\, weekend-long experience where entrepreneurs\, students\, and professionals bring bold ideas to life and pitch for prizes and bragging rights. This event blends tech\, gaming\, music\, AI\, and hands-on exploration in a culture-rich\, electrifying environment. Open to both technical and non-technical builders\, it’s a three-day opportunity to collaborate\, find talent\, and create together with 757 Startup Studios. – https://757-bld-wknd-2026.devpost.com/
URL:https://newportnewsva.com/event/757-bld-wknd-2026/
LOCATION:400 Granby St\, Norfolk\, VA\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260221T120000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260221T140000
DTSTAMP:20260405T141452
CREATED:20260216T223833Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260216T223833Z
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SUMMARY:Learn to 3D Model with Autodesk Fusion for 3D Printing
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to 3d model with Autodesk Fusion to design and make your own ideas in 3d printing.\nReady to move past downloading files and start creating your own 3D printable designs. This beginner friendly class will teach you how to model your ideas in Autodesk Fusion so you can bring them to life on a 3D printer.  \nThis session is for ages 16 and up and is adult focused. No prior modeling experience is required. You do not need to know how to use Fusion yet. You just need it installed and ready to open when you arrive.  \nImportant note for this class\nBring a laptop\nHave Autodesk Fusion already installed and updated before class begins\nCreate or sign in to your Autodesk account ahead of time (free to download: http://fusion.autodesk.com)\nIf you are unsure which version to install we can point you in the right direction in advance  \nWhat you will learn\nHow the Fusion workspace is set up and how to navigate it\nSketching the basic shapes that become real 3D objects\nExtruding and modifying parts to match your idea\nHow to think like a designer for 3D printing success\nHow to export files that are ready to slice and print  \nThis class is perfect if you want to design custom parts\, cosplay pieces\, art objects\, replacement items around the house\, or you just want to unlock what your printer can really do when you control the design yourself.  \nCome ready to click\, experiment\, make mistakes\, and learn. Save your seat and start designing your own 3D prints.
URL:https://newportnewsva.com/event/learn-to-3d-model-with-autodesk-fusion-for-3d-printing/
LOCATION:757 Makerspace\, 737 E 23rd St\, Norfolk\, VA\, United States
CATEGORIES:757 Maker Space,Business,Entrepreneurship,Home Based Business
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260221T140000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260222T000000
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SUMMARY:757 BLD WKND 2026
DESCRIPTION:If you love to build and create\, this event is for you! A high-energy\, weekend-long experience where entrepreneurs\, students\, and professionals bring bold ideas to life and pitch for prizes and bragging rights. This event blends tech\, gaming\, music\, AI\, and hands-on exploration in a culture-rich\, electrifying environment. Open to both technical and non-technical builders\, it’s a three-day opportunity to collaborate\, find talent\, and create together with 757 Startup Studios. – https://757-bld-wknd-2026.devpost.com/
URL:https://newportnewsva.com/event/757-bld-wknd-2026-2/
LOCATION:400 Granby St\, Norfolk\, VA\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260222T140000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260222T190000
DTSTAMP:20260405T141452
CREATED:20260216T223858Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260216T223858Z
UID:10001906-1771768800-1771786800@newportnewsva.com
SUMMARY:757 BLD WKND 2026
DESCRIPTION:If you love to build and create\, this event is for you! A high-energy\, weekend-long experience where entrepreneurs\, students\, and professionals bring bold ideas to life and pitch for prizes and bragging rights. This event blends tech\, gaming\, music\, AI\, and hands-on exploration in a culture-rich\, electrifying environment. Open to both technical and non-technical builders\, it’s a three-day opportunity to collaborate\, find talent\, and create together with 757 Startup Studios. – https://757-bld-wknd-2026.devpost.com/
URL:https://newportnewsva.com/event/757-bld-wknd-2026-3/
LOCATION:400 Granby St\, Norfolk\, VA\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260222T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260222T190000
DTSTAMP:20260405T141452
CREATED:20260216T223858Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260216T223858Z
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SUMMARY:OFFWRLD. SESSIONS | Community Create Day
DESCRIPTION:OFFWRLD. SESSIONS: Community Create Day is an open\, immersive creative experience designed to bring together artists\, musicians\, writers\, designers\, and storytellers from across the 757. This is not a traditional showcase—it’s a live creation space where process is celebrated just as much as the final product.\nFrom the moment doors open\, the building transforms into a multi-room creative playground. Attendees are invited to explore\, connect\, and create in real time. A digital building map will be released ahead of the event and available on-site\, highlighting designated areas for different creative mediums throughout the space.
URL:https://newportnewsva.com/event/offwrld-sessions-community-create-day/
LOCATION:Assembly\, 400 Granby St\, Norfolk\, VA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Just For Fun,Meetup
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260223T110000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260223T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T141452
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UID:10001914-1771844400-1771848000@newportnewsva.com
SUMMARY:Creative Capital: Innovative Funding Strategies for Modern Entrepreneurs
DESCRIPTION:Join Craig Palmore of Trust Financial Solutions for a one-hour workshop on non-traditional bank funding.\nBusiness owners today have more financing choices than ever—if they know where to look. Join us to explore how non-traditional funding options can provide the capital you need to grow\, invest\, and seize new opportunities. We’ll cover flexible solutions like merchant cash advances\, fix-and-flip loans\, factoring\, and commercial real estate lending. Find out how to position yourself for funding success and navigate today’s alternative lending marketplace with confidence.
URL:https://newportnewsva.com/event/creative-capital-innovative-funding-strategies-for-modern-entrepreneurs-3/
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:20260223T110000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260223T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T141452
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SUMMARY:Creative Capital - Innovative Funding Strategies for Modern Entrepreneurs
DESCRIPTION:Join Craig Palmore of Trust Financial Solutions for a one-hour workshop on non-traditional bank funding.\nBusiness owners today have more financing choices than ever—if they know where to look. Join us to explore how non-traditional funding options can provide the capital you need to grow\, invest\, and seize new opportunities. We’ll cover flexible solutions like merchant cash advances\, fix-and-flip loans\, factoring\, and commercial real estate lending. Find out how to position yourself for funding success and navigate today’s alternative lending marketplace with confidence.
URL:https://newportnewsva.com/event/creative-capital-innovative-funding-strategies-for-modern-entrepreneurs-4/
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:20260223T233000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260224T010000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260223T225425Z
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SUMMARY:Norfolk.js
DESCRIPTION:Come hang with Norfolk.js to kick off the HRDevFest week with their HRDevFest Pre-Show — a fun\, low-key chance to connect before the main event. Hang out\, chat about new JavaScript trends\, and meet fellow web developers of all skill levels. – https://www.meetup.com/norfolkjs/events/313101031/?utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=share-btn_savedevents_share_modal&utm_source=link&utm_version=v2&member_id=183507571
URL:https://newportnewsva.com/event/norfolk-js/
LOCATION:400 Granby St\, Norfolk\, VA\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260224T090000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260224T150000
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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-9/
LOCATION:Hampton Roads Veterans Employment Center (HRVEC)\, 861 Glenrock Rd\, Norfolk\, VA\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260224T100000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260224T120000
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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-12/
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/New_York:20260224T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260224T130000
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SUMMARY:The 5 p.m. - 9 a.m. Entrepreneur: Building a Side Business Without Burning Out Your Career
DESCRIPTION:You don’t have to quit your job to test a business idea. You just need a plan. Join three alumni who launched successful side ventures while keeping full-time roles. They will break down the real math: hours required\, startup costs\, when to tell your employer\, and when not to\, and the financial benchmarks for scaling. You will leave with a clear roadmap\, an ethics checklist to protect your day job\, and candid advice on knowing if or when to go full-time.\nPanelists: Chelsea Mandello M.B.A. ’21 (Troopster)\, Maybelline Sak ’07 (ADV)\nModerator: Graham Henshaw (William & Mary)\nThis event is part of William & Mary’s Professional Development Week (Feb. 23-27). Throughout the week\, the W&M community will come together to strengthen our connections and grow in our professional lives. No matter what stage of your career you are in\, don’t miss these opportunities to hear from experts\, discuss pressing topics and leverage your lifelong W&M network for professional success!
URL:https://newportnewsva.com/event/the-5-p-m-9-a-m-entrepreneur-building-a-side-business-without-burning-out-your-career/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Entrepreneurship
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260224T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260224T210000
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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-5/
LOCATION:Marketplace at Tech Center\, 12090 Jefferson Ave\, Newport News\, VA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meetup,Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260225T090000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260225T150000
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CREATED:20260223T225426Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260223T225426Z
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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-5/
LOCATION:Hampton Roads Veterans Employment Center (HRVEC)\, 861 Glenrock Rd\, Norfolk\, VA\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260225T090000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260225T150000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260223T225427Z
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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-5/
LOCATION:Hampton Roads Veterans Employment Center (HRVEC)\, 861 Glenrock Rd\, Norfolk\, VA\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260225T093000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260225T133000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260223T225427Z
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SUMMARY:Mission Start In Hampton Roads Winter Edition
DESCRIPTION:The Tactical Operation to Get Your Family Situated in Hampton Roads.\nClick below to register\nhttps://engage.theworkforcecouncil.org/register/MISSIONSTARTFEB2026\nDon’t Just Move. Land.\nThe Tactical Operation to Get Your Family Situated in Hampton Roads.\nTHE PROBLEM\nThe “Fog of War” in Transition.\nMoving to a new duty station or transitioning to civilian life is a multi-front battle. You aren’t just looking for a job. You are fighting to secure childcare\, decipher school districts\, understand housing markets\, and navigate complex benefits—all while trying to physically move your household. The Stakes: Without a plan\, you risk “transition drift”—isolation\, gaps in care\, and missed opportunities. Navigating this ecosystem alone is overwhelming.\nTHE GUIDE\nWe Are Your “Baseplate.”\nYou don’t have to figure this out alone. MISSION: START & STAY is the “Intel Map” you need to navigate Hampton Roads.\nWe have assembled a coalition of “Fixers” and “Strategists” from JBLE Command\, DOL VETS\, Childcare Aware\, and School Liaison Officers to cut through the red tape. We even handle the logistics—our Stroller Valet service ensures you can focus on the mission while your little ones are safe.\nTHE PLAN (YOUR AGENDA)\nWe have organized the chaos into a clear\, tactical operation.\nPHASE 1: GEAR UP (09:30) Check-In & Passport Issue Arrive at the Riverview Center. Drop the stroller with our Valet team. Receive your “Intel Map” (Summit Passport). This is your guide to the day.\nPHASE 2: THE INTELLIGENCE ROUNDS (10:00) Solve the “Life” Problems First Choose your track based on your immediate needs:\n🟢 TRACK A: LANDING THE FAMILY (The Game Room)\nThe School Strategist: Meet 1-on-1 with District Registrars (Hampton\, Newport News\, York\, etc.) and JBLE School Liaisons.\nThe Childcare “Fixer”: Solve subsidy puzzles with Childcare Aware and The Planning Council.\nThe Housing “Fixer”: Consult with Virginia Housing and Relo experts.\nThe Teen Economy: Connect your teens to jobs with Busch Gardens and Youth THRIVE.\n🔵 TRACK B: SHIFTING THE COLORS (Williamsburg Room)\nThe Civic Mapper: Connect with volunteer tribes like Team RWB to find your local community.\nPHASE 3: THE READINESS ZONES (10:30 – 12:30) Prepare for the Career Fight Once the family is settled\, focus on your professional profile:\n🛠️ Zone 2: The Tactical Prep Pit:\nResume Triage: DOL VETS and Hire Heroes USA scrub your resume.\nSpouse Strategy: USO Pathfinder helps with license portability.\nMock Interviews: Pitch coaching with William & Mary and RecruitMilitary.\n🚀 Zone 3: Pathway Partners: Connect directly with SkillBridge anchors and authorized training providers.\n🍸 Zone 4: The Benefit Bar: 1-on-1 analysis of TRICARE (Humana) and SBP/Insurance (Navy Mutual/AAFMAA).\nPHASE 4: THE “TURF WARS” LUNCH (12:00) Geographic Networking Grab a boxed lunch and pick a table based on where you live (Hampton\, Newport News\, York\, etc.). The Panel: A “Real Talk” session moderated by the HRVEC Director featuring experts on schools\, healthcare\, and transition success stories.\nSUCCESS (THE OUTCOME)\n13:30 | MISSION COMPLETE The Result: You leave with a finalized resume\, a school plan\, a professional headshot\, and a local support network. The Reward: Completed passports earn a VETTED T-Shirt. The Next Step: You are now fully briefed and “Cleared” for Day Two: The Hiring Event.\nGet Situated. Get Ready. REGISTER NOW\nClick below to register\nhttps://engage.theworkforcecouncil.org/register/MISSIONSTARTFEB2026\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/mission-start-in-hampton-roads-winter-edition/
LOCATION:Riverview Event Center (Base Access Needed)\, 128 Benedict Ave\, Hampton\, VA\, United States
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