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SUMMARY:Extracurricular: Session VI | How to Stand Out in a Crowded Business Environment
DESCRIPTION:Standing out isn’t about being the loudest in the room — it’s about being intentional\, memorable\, and clear about what makes you different. Presented by Antidote Agency\, this creative networking event brings together a panel of visionary business owners and creatives to share stories\, insights\, and strategies on harnessing creativity as a driving force for success in the business world. Whether you’re an entrepreneur\, artist\, or simply curious about the synergy between art and commerce\, this event is for you! – https://posh.vip/e/extracurricular-session-vi
URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/extracurricular-the-power-of-creative-business-session-vi/
LOCATION:400 Granby St\, Norfolk\, VA 23510
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SUMMARY:757 TechNite 2026\, Presented by JPMorganChase
DESCRIPTION:An evening recognizing innovation shaping Hampton Roads\, bringing together entrepreneurs\, business leaders\, technologists\, and government officials. Awards across nine categories (Dan Bell Innovative Tech Builder\, Dubby Wynne Regional Innovation Champion\, Entrepreneur of the Year\, 757CIO Technical Executive\, Emerging Company\, Technical Achievement in Government\, Innovation in Education\, Advancement in Defense Contracting\, Startup to Watch). Live performance by Canaan Smith. Business casual. \nSchedule: 4–5 PM VIP reception (sponsors and nominees)\, 5–6:30 PM cocktails\, heavy hors d’oeuvres and networking\, 6:30–8 PM awards program. \nTickets: https://ti.to/innovate757/757technite2026
URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/757-technite-2026-presented-by-jpmorganchase/
LOCATION:The Dome\, 400 20th Street\, Virginia Beach\, VA 23451\, Virginia Beach\, VA\, 23451\, US
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SUMMARY:Black BRAND Headshots & Happy Hour Member Mixer
DESCRIPTION:An exclusive Black BRAND members’ event celebrating new members while providing a relaxed networking environment. Guests will have the opportunity to update their professional headshots\, connect with fellow members\, and engage with community leaders in a lively\, social setting. Assembly tenants & members\, see the community portal for a limited number of discounted tickets! – https://app.glueup.com/event/black-brand-headshots-happy-hour-member-mixer-192325/?pk_campaign=widget-event-list
URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/black-brand-headshots-happy-hour-member-mixer-2/
LOCATION:400 Granby St\, Norfolk\, VA 23510
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SUMMARY:The Dark Art of Collaboration: Designing Collaborative Environments
DESCRIPTION:Gain a massive advantage in how you work with others. Hosted by ROŪGE\, this workshop explores the hidden power dynamics and unspoken rules of group collaboration. Drawing from theatre and experience design\, you will learn practical ways to build trust\, open up participation\, and move ideas forward. Perfect for team leaders and creatives looking to create the perfect conditions for better work. RSVP via the event link to master the room. – https://www.facebook.com/events/2472774526538036
URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/the-dark-art-of-collaboration-designing-collaborative-environments/
LOCATION:400 Granby St\, Norfolk\, VA 23510
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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: \n\nLaptop\nEarphones/headphones\n\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): \n\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\n\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://www.innovate757.org/event/%f0%9f%a7%9c%e2%99%80%ef%b8%8f-aichr-peninsula-builders-study-group-13/
LOCATION:Christopher Newport University\, 1 Avenue of the Arts\, Newport News\, VA\, 23606\, US
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20261027T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20261027T193000
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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: \n\nLaptop\nEarphones/headphones\n\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): \n\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\n\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://www.innovate757.org/event/peninsula-builders-study-group-13/
LOCATION:Christopher Newport University\, 1 Avenue of the Arts\, Newport News\, VA\, 23606\, US
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20261027T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20261027T193000
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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: \n\nLaptop\nEarphones/headphones\n\nRoadmap (optional structure we’re following): \n\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\n\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://www.innovate757.org/event/peninsula-developers-study-group-20/
LOCATION:Christopher Newport University\, 1 Avenue of the Arts\, Newport News\, VA\, 23606\, US
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261027T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261027T200000
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SUMMARY:Spooky Scribbles: Coloring Page by CG Paints
DESCRIPTION:Unlock your creativity and get into the Halloween spirit. Take a break with fellow community members for some laid-back coloring and connection. We’ll be featuring a custom Halloween-themed coloring page designed by local artist Chris Green of CG Paints. Grab your favorite colors\, unwind\, and enjoy a little creative community time. No RSVP needed — just show up and start coloring!
URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/spooky-scribbles-coloring-page-by-cg-paints/
LOCATION:400 Granby St\, Norfolk\, VA 23510
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261027T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261027T130000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20261012T131318Z
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SUMMARY:Business Foundations - Money
DESCRIPTION:One of three parts in HRSBDC’s Business Foundations series for new and early-stage businesses (1 year or less\, $50\,000 or less annual revenue); sessions can be taken in any order. Covers essential financial information for long-term success\, access to capital\, loans and grants\, bootstrapping\, and investments. \nSpeaker: Donna Norman\, Hampton Roads SBDC.
URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/business-foundations-money-3/
LOCATION:Online
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SUMMARY:Norfolk.js: October Open Build Night
DESCRIPTION:October’s meeting will be an Open Build Night. Attendees are invited to bring their projects to show off and get feedback. You’re guaranteed to learn something new\, and all skill levels are welcome! RSVP via the event link. – https://www.meetup.com/norfolkjs/events/316929713/?utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=share-btn_savedevents_share_modal&utm_source=link&utm_version=v2&member_id=183507571
URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/norfolk-js-october-open-build-night/
LOCATION:400 Granby St\, Norfolk\, VA 23510
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261026T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261026T190000
DTSTAMP:20261012T131418Z
CREATED:20261012T131418Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261012T131418Z
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SUMMARY:Monster Mega Mixer Business Showcase
DESCRIPTION:Hampton Roads Chamber’s Halloween-themed business expo\, billed as the biggest expo in Hampton Roads. Businesses exhibit products and services\, with corporate networking and connections across the business community. \nNorfolk International Airport is giving away a $500 travel voucher to one winner.
URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/monster-mega-mixer-business-showcase-2/
LOCATION:The Westin Virginia Beach Town Center\, 4535 Commerce St.\, Virginia Beach\, Virginia\, 23462
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261025T210000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261026T010000
DTSTAMP:20261025T233808Z
CREATED:20261007T191154Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261025T233808Z
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SUMMARY:Creative Remedy: Spooky Season Costume Party
DESCRIPTION:Get spooky at the Creative Remedy Costume Party! This immersive event blends mini pumpkin painting\, custom coloring pages\, and creative networking. Arrive in costume to instantly score two extra raffle tickets and compete in the contest. Enjoy games\, win prizes\, and connect with fellow creatives. It’s free to attend\, with donations appreciated. RSVP via the Eventbrite link to joins the other ghouls and goblins!  – https://www.eventbrite.com/e/creative-remedy-spooky-season-costume-party-tickets-2002916082921
URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/creative-remedy-spooky-season-costume-party/
LOCATION:400 Granby St\, Norfolk\, VA 23510
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20261022T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20261022T200000
DTSTAMP:20260929T075202Z
CREATED:20260929T075202Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260929T075202Z
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SUMMARY:🧜‍♀️ AICHR | Connections & (grocery) carts
DESCRIPTION:Meet people and pick up your weekly groceries. \n🤝 A casual networking hangout in the grocery store cafe\nChats\, connections\, & grocery carts is a relaxed\, social-first networking event for curious\, friendly people across Hampton Roads who enjoy good conversation and knocking out life errands at the same time. \nThis is not a lecture.\nThis is not a pitch night.\nAnd you definitely do not need to “prepare” anything. \nIt is simply a low-pressure space to meet new people\, have real conversations\, and casually connect while wandering the aisles and picking up your weekly groceries. \nWhether you are deeply into AI and automation\, adjacent to tech and creativity\, or just someone who enjoys thoughtful conversations with interesting humans\, you belong here. \n✨ What to expect\n– Casual\, open networking with a mix of builders\, creatives\, technologists\, founders\, students\, and professionals\n– Easy\, organic conversations while shopping at your own pace\n– Light\, optional conversation prompts to help break the ice if you want them\n– No presentations\, no panels\, no pressure to “network correctly”\n– A friendly\, welcoming environment for all backgrounds and experience levels\n– Come as you are. Grab a cart or a basket. Pick up dinner for the week. – – Meet a few new people along the way. \n👥 Who should attend\nChats\, Connections\, & Grocery Carts is for: \nPeople who enjoy meeting others without forced networking vibes\nBuilders\, creatives\, technologists\, and curious minds\nAI\, automation\, no-code\, and tech-adjacent folks\nStudents and career switchers exploring what is next\nFounders\, consultants\, operators\, and professionals\nAnyone who likes good conversation and low-stakes socializing \nIf you enjoy thoughtful chats and meeting people in unexpected places\, you will fit right in. \n🏪 Why a grocery store\nYou were probably going to the store anyway. \nHosting this event in a grocery store keeps things human\, practical\, and approachable. It removes the pressure of traditional networking and turns it into something simple\, efficient\, and a little fun. \nTwo errands. One cart. \n💡 Why this event exists\nCommunity grows best in relaxed\, everyday spaces. \nChats\, Connections\, & Grocery Carts exists to create an easy\, human-centered way for people to connect without titles\, talks\, or expectations. It is about building relationships\, sharing ideas naturally\, and strengthening the local community one conversation at a time. \nCome say hi. Leave with groceries. Make a few new connections along the way. \nℹ️ Other bits of info & FAQs \n\nThis is a free community event\nDrinks or food are available for purchase depending on the venue\nPhotos or videos may be taken for community and marketing purposes\nCome solo or bring a friend\n​​​Is there free parking in the area? Yes. They’ve got lots of spots available in their parking lot.\n​​​Is this free? Yes\, but space is limited. Make sure to RSVP.\n\n🤝 Organizers & partners\nOrganizers\nThe AI Collective Hampton Roads \n​Platinum partners\nRegent University\nECPI University\nHampton Roads Chamber Foundation \nBronze partners\nAssembly\n757 Collab \n🌍 ​Our parent org\nThe AI Collective is a global non-profit community uniting 1.3 million+ 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://www.innovate757.org/event/%f0%9f%a7%9c%e2%99%80%ef%b8%8f-aichr-connections-grocery-carts-8/
LOCATION:Wegmans Cafe\, 4721 Virginia Beach Blvd\, Virginia Beach\, VA\, 23462\, US
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DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20261022T210000
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SUMMARY:Pop-up Meetup: Agent Incident Response and Retros with Mike Rollins
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our new Pop-up Meetups series\, featuring great speakers from around Hampton Roads. If you loved Hampton Roads DevFest\, these meetups are for deeper conversation\, building on ideas\, and seeing how you can be a better professional. \nAgent Incident Response and Retros \nAgent incidents are an entirely different beast than the average run-of-the-mill incidents\, and the retros are incredibly complex. Agent involvement greatly increases the potential blast radius\, and even if the underlying reason for the incident is possibly known\, agent involvement can also hide and/or exacerbate the problem. \nBecause agents are decision-making principles in a given system\, the result is that they can often take actions that would not have normally occurred within the system. In addition\, in order to retro an agent incident\, you must recreate the conversation thread if multiple agents are involved\, and you may need to look at the thinking traces of at least one or all agents during that process. \nThe tooling for retroing these kinds of incidents is still not standard\, but I will go through some of our agent incidents and retros as well as the Hugging Face incident and retro to bring out what may be the beginnings of agent incident best practices. \nBring: curiosity\, questions\, and a friend. \n📍 The Hive\, Virginia Beach\n🕕 Thurs\, Oct 22nd · 6:00 PM \nFood and drinks will be provided.
URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/pop-up-meetup-agent-incident-response-and-retros-with-mike-rollins/
LOCATION:The HIVE by City of Virginia Beach\, 140 Independence Blvd\, Virginia Beach\, VA\, 23462\, US
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261022T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261022T150000
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SUMMARY:2026 Home-Based Business Conference
DESCRIPTION:Full-day conference for home-based entrepreneurs on visibility\, growth\, and connections. Includes networking and exhibitors\, a keynote with Eva DeVirgilis on owning your voice\, value\, and visibility\, sessions on visibility\, AI\, business relationships\, and growth\, a pitch competition with a $1\,000 microgrant\, and conversations with regional economic development and business resource teams. Supported by participating localities and the Hampton Roads SBDC / Home-Based Business Network.
URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/2026-home-based-business-conference/
LOCATION:Hampton Roads Convention Center\, 1610 Coliseum Drive\, Hampton\, VA\, 23666
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261021T210000
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SUMMARY:Phase 2 Walkthrough: The Inside Scoop on the Assembly Expansion
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the next chapter of our campus! Connect with co-founders Drew and Bryan for an informal update about the long-awaited Phase 2 expansion. Hear what’s in the works\, share your ideas\, and gear up for a behind-the-scenes walkthrough of the historic Sears & Roebuck buildings. Open to Assembly tenants and members only. RSVP via the portal. – https://community.assemblynfk.com/en/events/view/1415826597/phase-ii-walkthrough-the-inside-scoop-on-the-assembly-expansion
URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/phase-2-walkthrough-the-inside-scoop-on-the-assembly-expansion/
LOCATION:400 Granby St\, Norfolk\, VA 23510
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261021T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261021T200000
DTSTAMP:20261015T194744Z
CREATED:20260924T181506Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261015T194744Z
UID:10005422-1792605600-1792612800@www.innovate757.org
SUMMARY:Start Peninsula 2026 Micro Pitch #4
DESCRIPTION:Start Peninsula Micro Pitches: 3-minute pitches\, 10 participants\, 3 finalists advance to November’s final. Big ideas\, bold opportunities!\n\n\nStart Peninsula Micro Pitches: 3-minute pitches\, 10 participants\, 3 finalists advance to November’s final. Big ideas\, bold opportunities! \n \nDo You Have a Business Idea – Start Peninsula is the Place for You!\n \nDo you have a business idea (or invention) and need guidance and/or funding to get it off the ground? Then clear your calendar for one of our upcoming Micro Pitch Competitions! Start Peninsula is an organization dedicated to helping entrepreneurs grow their businesses by providing mentorship\, networking and funding opportunities. Start Peninsula helps launch you and your business idea towards success through hosting pitch competitions\, pitch workshops and informational sessions. \n \nStart Peninsula is an organization dedicated to helping entrepreneurs grow their businesses by providing mentorship\, networking and funding opportunities. Start Peninsula helps launch you and your business idea towards success through hosting pitch competitions\, pitch workshops and informational sessions.
URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/start-peninsula-2026-micro-pitch-4/
CATEGORIES:Angel Investing,Business,Entrepreneurship,Home Based Business,Pitch Event,Virtual
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ORGANIZER;CN="Start Peninsula":MAILTO:start@startpeninsula.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261020T213000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261021T000000
DTSTAMP:20261020T225652Z
CREATED:20261011T201153Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261020T225652Z
UID:10005479-1792531800-1792540800@www.innovate757.org
SUMMARY:Citizen Privacy: The Rise of Flock Cameras
DESCRIPTION:Explore the growing impact of automated license plate readers on your personal privacy. Flock cameras are spreading across Hampton Roads\, raising real questions about surveillance and data control. Hosted by SHRBA\, this free community forum brings local lawmakers and citizens together for a candid conversation. Hear where leaders stand\, ask your toughest questions\, and connect with neighbors protecting civil liberties. RSVP today to hold your spot and get panel updates. – https://www.shrba.org/lawmakers-night
URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/shrba-forum-on-citizen-privacy-the-rise-of-flock-cameras/
LOCATION:400 Granby St\, Norfolk\, VA 23510
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261020T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261020T130000
DTSTAMP:20261001T143920Z
CREATED:20261001T143321Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261001T143920Z
UID:10005438-1792497600-1792501200@www.innovate757.org
SUMMARY:Business Foundations - Marketing
DESCRIPTION:One of three Business Foundations sessions for businesses one year old or less\, with $50\,000 or less in annual revenue. Covers brand\, market research\, target customers\, free and paid marketing\, budgeting\, and a marketing plan. Speaker is Jolie Spiers\, Hampton Roads SBDC. Online. Sessions can be taken in any order. This listing is the October 20\, 2026 occurrence.
URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/business-foundations-marketing-3/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261017T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261017T160000
DTSTAMP:20261001T143826Z
CREATED:20261001T143223Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261001T143826Z
UID:10005436-1792231200-1792252800@www.innovate757.org
SUMMARY:Hacktoberfest Hack Day Hampton x RevolutionVA
DESCRIPTION:Community hack day for Hacktoberfest 2026 in the 757\, at 757 Makerspace’s Hampton location. Focus is learning and building with open-source AI. Hosted by RevolutionVA with the AI Collective Hampton Roads. Bring a laptop. A project idea is optional. Open to experienced developers\, makers\, and beginners. Hosts listed as Chazona Baum and Ryan McGovern.
URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/hacktoberfest-hack-day-hampton-x-revolutionva/
LOCATION:757 Makerspace (Hampton)\, 16 Murray St\, Hampton\, VA\, 23651
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261014T220000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261015T000000
DTSTAMP:20261013T201153Z
CREATED:20260922T143919Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261013T201153Z
UID:10005421-1792015200-1792022400@www.innovate757.org
SUMMARY:Adult Sewing Class: T-Shirt to Tote
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to upcycle your wardrobe while supporting the local nonprofit Sew N Grow at Assembly in Downtown Norfolk. Bring an old T-shirt and transform it into a custom tote bag during this free\, beginner-friendly sewing workshop. Expert instructors provide the sewing machines\, supplies\, and step-by-step guidance. Enjoy complimentary food and a cash bar with canned cocktails and wine. Seats are extremely limited\, so RSVP via the event link today to reserve your spot! – https://threescooops.com/products/t-shirt-to-tote-sewing-event
URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/sew-n-grow-t-shirt-to-tote-sewing-event/
LOCATION:400 Granby St\, Norfolk\, VA 23510
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261013T220000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261014T000000
DTSTAMP:20261013T201152Z
CREATED:20261003T174303Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261013T201152Z
UID:10005449-1791928800-1791936000@www.innovate757.org
SUMMARY:Breathwork with Christopher Causey
DESCRIPTION:Experience a mental reset designed for artists and makers! Christopher Causey\, an expert in mindfulness\, leads a guided breathwork session to help you slow down. Drawing from his global work with first responders\, Chris teaches straightforward grounding practices that support deep relaxation and creative well-being. All are welcome — RSVP via the Facebook event link to secure your spot! – https://www.facebook.com/events/2177927959443476/2177927962776809/?rdid=87fMOy6NjZBfVaoR&share_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fshare%2F1DUffCEHCW%2F
URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/breathwork-with-christopher-causey/
LOCATION:400 Granby St\, Norfolk\, VA 23510
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20261013T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20261013T193000
DTSTAMP:20260505T015607Z
CREATED:20260505T015607Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260505T015607Z
UID:10004883-1791914400-1791919800@www.innovate757.org
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: \n\nLaptop\nEarphones/headphones\n\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): \n\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\n\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://www.innovate757.org/event/%f0%9f%a7%9c%e2%99%80%ef%b8%8f-aichr-peninsula-builders-study-group-12/
LOCATION:Christopher Newport University\, 1 Avenue of the Arts\, Newport News\, VA\, 23606\, US
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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:20261013T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20261013T193000
DTSTAMP:20260421T000552Z
CREATED:20260421T000552Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T000552Z
UID:10004833-1791914400-1791919800@www.innovate757.org
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: \n\nLaptop\nEarphones/headphones\n\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): \n\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\n\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://www.innovate757.org/event/peninsula-builders-study-group-12/
LOCATION:Christopher Newport University\, 1 Avenue of the Arts\, Newport News\, VA\, 23606\, US
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ORGANIZER;CN="757 Developers":MAILTO:757-Polyglot-Developers-announce@messages.meetup.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20261013T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20261013T193000
DTSTAMP:20260415T233116Z
CREATED:20260415T233116Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T233116Z
UID:10004795-1791914400-1791919800@www.innovate757.org
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: \n\nLaptop\nEarphones/headphones\n\nRoadmap (optional structure we’re following): \n\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\n\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://www.innovate757.org/event/peninsula-developers-study-group-19/
LOCATION:Christopher Newport University\, 1 Avenue of the Arts\, Newport News\, VA\, 23606\, US
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ORGANIZER;CN="757 Developers":MAILTO:757-Polyglot-Developers-announce@messages.meetup.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261013T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261013T180000
DTSTAMP:20261012T201152Z
CREATED:20260922T143919Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261012T201152Z
UID:10005420-1791903600-1791914400@www.innovate757.org
SUMMARY:Reset & Recharge: Chair Massages x Smoothies
DESCRIPTION:Discover the ultimate midday reset. Exclusively for our community\, step away from the screen and enjoy complimentary chair massages by Costa Massage and Bodywork. Pair your relaxation with fresh smoothies and bowls available for purchase from Gratefuel Smoothies. It’s the perfect blend of self-care and workday fuel. Lock in your spot by RSVPing via the community portal to select your massage time slot before they vanish! – https://community.assemblynfk.com/en/events/view/1415809365/reset-and-recharge-chair-massages-x-smoothies
URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/reset-recharge-chair-massages-x-smoothies/
LOCATION:400 Granby St\, Norfolk\, VA 23510
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261013T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261013T150000
DTSTAMP:20261001T143756Z
CREATED:20261001T143153Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261001T143756Z
UID:10005435-1791900000-1791903600@www.innovate757.org
SUMMARY:Seed Capital Activator Info Session
DESCRIPTION:One-hour introduction to Seed Capital Activator\, from Bloom Coworking with the Hampton Roads SBDC. It is a 16-week accelerator for established businesses preparing for the next stage of growth. Covers traditional and alternative funding\, a lender-ready financial foundation\, and a tailored funding plan\, plus a chance at a $1\,000 grant at the end of the program. The info session covers next steps and how to apply for the January 2027 cohort (every other Tuesday; at least 6 of 8 sessions for grant eligibility). Requirements include about $40\,000 or more in yearly revenue\, one or more years in business\, a business plan\, an up-to-date profit and loss statement\, and a $100 program fee if selected.
URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/seed-capital-activator-info-session/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261013T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261013T130000
DTSTAMP:20261001T160554Z
CREATED:20261001T160554Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261001T160554Z
UID:10005445-1791892800-1791896400@www.innovate757.org
SUMMARY:Business Foundations - Management
DESCRIPTION:One of three Business Foundations sessions for new and early-stage businesses (1 year or less and $50\,000 or less in annual revenue). Sessions can be taken in any order. This session covers legal organization\, basic principles and the business plan\, execution\, professional affiliations\, start-up structure\, growth business structure\, and human resources. Facilitated by Jolie Spiers\, Hampton Roads SBDC. Online. No cost.
URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/business-foundations-management-8/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261013T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261013T123000
DTSTAMP:20260918T175703Z
CREATED:20260918T175703Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260918T175703Z
UID:10005418-1791885600-1791894600@www.innovate757.org
SUMMARY:Entrepreneur Exchange
DESCRIPTION:Panel discussion and lunch\, sponsored by Fulton Bank\, for people considering a startup\, startups in action\, or newly formed / ownership of businesses with annual revenues up to $5MM. Lunch provided. RSVP by October 2\, 2026 via https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/rEaQNggEcQ \nPanelists: Joel Barnett\, Director – Commercial Affinity Banking; Sabrina Davis\, SBA Relationship Manager; Floyd E. Miller II\, M. Ed.\, President & CEO at Metropolitan Business League; Leah Fremouw\, President & CEO at Bridging Virginia.\nModerator: Blair Durham\, Co-Founder & CEO at Black Brand.
URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/entrepreneur-exchange/
LOCATION:Black BRAND\, 520 East Main Street\, Norfolk\, VA\, 23510\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Fulton Bank":MAILTO:ltighe@fultonbank.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261009T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261010T180000
DTSTAMP:20261001T160457Z
CREATED:20261001T160457Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261001T160457Z
UID:10005444-1791550800-1791655200@www.innovate757.org
SUMMARY:BSides Hampton Roads 2026
DESCRIPTION:BSides Hampton Roads 2026 is the first Security BSides event in the Hampton Roads region\, with two days of talks\, workshops\, networking\, and community programming for cybersecurity professionals\, students\, researchers\, and career changers. Friday\, October 9\, 1:00 PM through Saturday\, October 10\, 6:00 PM ET at the ODU Webb Student Center.
URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/bsides-hampton-roads-2026/
LOCATION:ODU Webb Student Center\, 1301 W 49th St\, Norfolk\, Virginia\, 23529
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