Our Networking Pick of the Week – Northern RI Chamber, Smithfield

RINewsToday – Networking Pick of the Week, Sept. 29, 2025

Join the Northern RI Chamber of Commerce on October 1st from 4:30 to 6:30pm at Blackie’s, in Smithfield for an evening of connection & conversation, at one of Northern Rhode Island’s trendiest spots. This high-energy, casual-chic restaurant is the perfect backdrop for building your network while enjoying creative bites and a vibrant atmosphere. Whether you’re…

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Our Networking Pick of the Week – Dine and Dash at Heritage Hills

Dine & Dash at Heritage Hills Rehab – a great time to meet others and enjoy an evening – attend this Thursday, September 25th, from 4:30pm to 6:30pm at Heritage Hills Rehabilitation & Health Center, 80 Douglas Pike, in Smithfield. This event will be an evening of connection and community! Stop by, meet their team,…

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Be prepared for harmful algae blooms this summer

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Photo: RI DEM Rhode Islanders Reminded to Be Prepared for Harmful Algae Blooms this Summer and to Avoid Contact with Little Beach at Slack’s Reservoir in Smithfield With recreational activities on the state’s lakes, ponds, and rivers set to increase in the coming weeks, the Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH) and the Rhode Island…

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Business Beat: Abe Cohen new VP of Business Development for RI, Marquis Health Consulting

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Marquis Health Consulting Services has appointed Abe Cohen, a health care development and strategy executive, as Vice President of Business Development for Rhode Island. Cohen has more than a decade of experience in the long-term care industry, beginning with administrative roles in skilled nursing facilities and, more recently, leveraging those skills and knowledge in leading business…

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Networking Pick of the Week – NRI Finest Networking

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FREE, in-person Weekly Open Networking event! On Thursday, February 16th from 11:30am to 1pm at Tavalo in Smithfield NRI’s Finest in Networking Group meets each Thursday from 11:30 AM to 1:00 PM at Tavalo Wine Bar & Tuscan Grille, 970 Douglas Pike in Smithfield. Tavolo has provided the group with a weekly space to network…

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Outdoors in RI: Winter Birding

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Photo: The Ovenbird Walk the trails and visit the forest and pond at Powder Mill Ledges in Smithfield looking for signs of winter birds. Learn tips for identifying look a-likes and providing areas for winter resident bird feeding. Bring binoculars, bundle up for the weather and wear sturdy, warm footwear. Face masks and social distancing…

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