Aspire Economic Development + Chamber Alliance Events Newswire

Coffee Connections - May 5/12/2026 8:30 AM - 5/12/2026 9:30 AM

Tue, 25 Nov 2025 19:37:09 GMT

Please note: This is a members only event.

Aspire’s mission is to drive economic development and business success. As a convener of businesses, we will continue to facilitate networking and connections in order to best support all industries.

By attending this free reception, Aspire members can:

-Meet other business leaders and new members
-Share ideas and solutions to common business challenges and opportunities
-Connect with friendly, welcoming Aspire Ambassador Team members
-Learn updates on Aspire programs

Central Nine Food Truck Fight 5/12/2026 5:30 PM - 5/12/2026 7:30 PM

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 13:23:18 GMT

Join us for a one-of-a-kind culinary competition where creativity meets flavor! Student teams will design their own food truck concepts, from branding to menu, featuring collaborations between Culinary and Digital Design students. Each team will showcase a custom truck mock-up and serve up sample bites for you to enjoy. Your $20 entry includes access to the event, light refreshments, and live music. Don’t forget to bring cash to purchase voting tickets and support your favorite team! All proceeds go back to the Central Nine Culinary Program. Tickets can be purchased at the link below.

https://my.cheddarup.com/c/c9foodfight/items

Empowered to Protect: Online Safety for Families 5/12/2026 6:00 PM - 5/12/2026 8:00 PM

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 16:09:02 GMT

You are invited!!

Empowered to Protect: Online Safety for Families

In response to growing concerns around online grooming and trafficking, Allies Inc. is partnering with the U.S. Department of Homeland Security through their Know2Protect initiative to bring critical, up-to-date information to our community.

Two simultaneous presentations: for parents, caregivers, youth workers, coaches, churches, teachers & one for teens.

Led by trained presenters through the Know2Protect / iGuardian program

Practical tools to recognize risks and respond confidently

Project iGuardian helps kids, teens and parents be smarter about online safety and stay safe from online sexual predators.

Know2Protect is a Department of Homeland Security national public awareness campaign to: Educate and empower kids, teens, parents, trusted adults and policymakers to prevent and combat online child sexual exploitation and abuse, explain how to report, and offer support resources for victims and survivors.

Join us for a free community event designed to equip parents, caregivers, and teens with the tools to stay safe online.

Details:

May 12, 2026

6:00PM-8:00PM

Ascension St. Vincent – William K. Nasser, MD, Healthcare Education and Simulation Center

Free to attend | Open to the community

REGISTER HERE TO RESERVE YOUR SPOT! or directly through the website: https://secure.qgiv.com/for/alliesinc/event/empoweredtoprotectonlinesafetyforfamilies/

Gratefully,

INGDA Thriving in Online High School: What to Expect & How to Succeed 5/12/2026 7:00 PM - 5/12/2026 8:00 PM

Mon, 04 May 2026 15:33:10 GMT

Starting high school in an online environment offers flexibility, independence, and new opportunities for success. Join us for our High School Webinar designed specifically for online learners and their families. We’ll walk through how virtual classes work, what a typical day looks like, and the many ways students can stay connected and supported.

Whether you’re new to online learning or looking to make the most of your experience, this session will help you feel prepared, confident, and ready to thrive.