NOV. 12
TUESDAY
Business Roundtable, noon to 1 p.m., Williamsburg Community Building, 401 N. Boundary St. The Williamsburg EDA is hosting Edward Harris, CEO of Visit Williamsburg. Includes lunch. $15. Register on eventbrite.com.
The Norfolk Forum with Erik Larson, 7:30 p.m., Chrysler Hall, 215 St. Pauls Blvd., Norfolk. The speakers’ forum is hosting Erik Larson, a master of nonfiction and bestselling author of nine books, including his latest, “The Demon of Unrest,” which offers a gripping account of the chaotic months between Abraham Lincoln’s election and the Confederacy’s shelling of Fort Sumter. $60. Buy tickets at thenorfolkforum.org.
Green Drinks, 6-8 p.m., Coastal Fermentory, 206 23rd St., Suite B, Newport News. Newport News Green Foundation is hosting Bruce Vogt, president of Big Island Aquaculture. Guests will have the opportunity to participate in an oyster sampling. Open to the public. Free. Register at bit.ly/GreenDrinksNov12.
NOV. 13
WEDNESDAY
Morning Member Meetup, 8-9:30 a.m., Hermitage Museum and Gardens, 7637 North Shore Road, Norfolk. The Hampton Roads Chamber is hosting a networking event. Register at hrchamber.com.
Start, Grow, Thrive: Succeeding in Business Series, 9-10:30 a.m., 11850 Merchants Walk, Suite 110, Newport News. The Peninsula Chamber is hosting a presentation on governance and boards with facilitator Professor Willy Donaldson of Christopher Newport University. $0-$15. Register at virginiapeninsulachamber.com.
Cultivating a Positive Mental Health Workplace Forum, 11:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m., Bryant & Stratton College, 301 Centre Pointe Drive, Virginia Beach. Panelists include Tracey Izzard, vice president, enterprise behavioral health, Sentara Health; attorney Thomas Lucas, Littler Mendelson PC; Scott Wells, vice president, Tower Benefit Consultants; and Susan Long-Molnar, president, Managing Communications Consulting. Hosted by Managing Communications Consulting and Krys Reid, president of Tower Benefit Consultants and chairman of Genesys Benefit Advisors. To learn more about registration, contact Susan Long-Molnar at [email protected].
Wishlist Party for a Cause, 5-7 p.m., G Marie Luxuries, 2861 Lynnhaven Drive, Virginia Beach. G Marie is hosting an event to give back to the community. The store will donate $25 for every holiday wishlist created to benefit McLeskey Comprehensive Breast Center and Toby’s Dream Foundation. RSVP at gmarie.com/rsvp or call 757-807-3062.
NOV. 14
THURSDAY
Human Trafficking 101, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m., 11850 Merchants Walk, Suite 110, Newport News. The Peninsula Chamber is hosting Tori Jones of Freekind for its Pink Bag Lunch. $10-$15. Register at virginiapeninsulachamber.com.
Bravo! A Celebration of Leadership 2024, 6-8:30 p.m., The Founders Inn and Spa, 5641 Indian River Road, Virginia Beach. The Hampton Roads Chamber is honoring Joan Brock as First Citizen of Hampton Roads, Mark Perryman with the Visionary Award, Sen. Louise Lucas as the Regional Statesperson of the Year, Dr. Antipas Harris with the Julian Hirst Alumni Award and Ryan Banas with the Icon Award. The chamber will also celebrate the Lead757 Class of 2024. $110. Register at hrchamber.com.
NOV. 15
FRIDAY
Business BBQ Forum, 6:30-8:30 a.m., 1201 Travis Court, Chesapeake. Van Syckle Group is hosting a mastermind breakfast. Sign up at mailchi.mp/vansycklegroup/fall-fireside-business-bbq-forum-mastermind-breakfast.
NOV. 16
SATURDAY
Inaugural ReUse Festival, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Mary D. Pretlow Anchor Branch Library, 111 W. Ocean View Ave., Norfolk. Keep Norfolk Beautiful and Norfolk Public Library are hosting environmental organizations, local artists and makers to showcase innovative ways to repurpose materials and reduce waste. Attendees will participate in hands-on workshops, view upcycled art and explore a variety of ways to cut down on waste, conserve resources and create something new and meaningful. Highlights include composting, jewelry making and repair, basic repair hand sewing, plastic bag basket weaving, metal flower-making and more! Free. Norfolk.gov/knb.
NOV. 19
TUESDAY
New Executive Welcome, 6-8 p.m., Perry Glass Studio, 245 Grace St., Norfolk. The Hampton Roads Chamber is hosting an event to network with the newest executives and organization leaders while being among the first to view the newly expanded Perry Glass Studio. Register at hrchamber.com.
NOV. 20
WEDNESDAY
Darden Awards, 5:30 p.m., Norfolk Waterside Marriott, third floor, Hampton Ballroom, 235 E. Main St. Civic Leadership Institute is honoring regional leaders Richard and Carolyn Barry and Children’s Hospital of The King’s Daughters. $110. Register at civichr.org.
NOV. 22
FRIDAY
Spotlight on the Peninsula, 3-5 p.m., Virginia Living Museum, 524 J. Clyde Morris Blvd., Newport News. The Peninsula Chamber is hosting an information session on the museum’s wild care center and a networking opportunity. Free. Register at virginiapeninsulachamber.com.
DEC. 5
THURSDAY
DEI as a Strategic Imperative in a Divisive Environment, 3:30-5:30 p.m., Slover Library, 235 E. Plume St., Norfolk. The Hampton Roads Chamber is hosting Shelley Willingham, chief revenue officer for The Diversity Movement, for a presentation to equip you with the tools and strategies to position your organization as a leader in DEI. We’ll talk about the business case for DEI in a global context, help you assess your organization’s current standing, and guide you through the process of developing a strategic plan. You’ll also learn how to engage your leadership team, build a diverse and inclusive workforce, foster a culture of inclusion, and measure your progress. Register at hrchamber.com.
DEC. 7
SATURDAY
Holiday Parade at the Beach, 5:30 p.m., Atlantic Avenue from 15th to 25th streets, Virginia Beach Oceanfront. Beach Events is hosting a holiday parade with giant balloons, lighted floats, marching bands, fire trucks, dance groups, motorcycles, horses and more. Free. Apply to be in the parade by Nov. 11 at beacheventsvb.com.
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