International Live Events Association - Rhode Island Chapter

04/02/2025

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10 stops on the PVD Venue Voyage. That's 10 unique spaces you might have never heard of before, or perhaps, didn't know hosted events. Want an exclusive tour of them? Join ILEA RI on Tuesday, April 29 for this all day event in partnership with the Providence Tourism Council!
‼️ILEA Members are FREE. Non-members only pay a small registration fee. Registration for the tour grants you access to the cocktail reception later that evening at the NEW Medici Lounge in Providence.
🎟Register here https://www.ilearhodeisland.com/event-details/pvd-venue-voyage-1
⭐Thank you to our partners!
Providence Tourism Council
Sabrina Scolari Photography
Montage Media Productions
ROCKSTAR LIMO
Ellie's Bakery
Aloft Providence Downtown

03/25/2025

Will we see you tomorrow?🏓

One of the fastest growing racquetball games in the country, pickleball has been taking Rhode Island by storm. Join ILEA RI for our March meeting at the NEW Newport Pickleball Club in Middletown tomorrow, Wednesday, March 26 at 6:00pm.

Guests will enjoy a tour of the facility, lite bites and beverages, and perhaps a game or two (come dressed to play).

Register here: https://www.ilearhodeisland.com/event-details/march-meeting-2

03/13/2025

Join ILEA Rhode Island, in partnership with the Providence Tourism Council for a full day of tours concluding with a cocktail reception in the heart of Providence.

ILEA MEMBERS ARE FREE!!

Guests will start the morning off visiting venues across the city. These venues will showcase their spaces and some of their preferred vendor lists. Talk about an exclusive opportunity! Concluding in the afternoon, guests will then have time to freshen up before the evening cocktail reception. A time to reflect on the day, continue those conversations with new and familiar peers, and experience more of the many local vendors Rhode Island has to offer.

Check out the tour list via the link in our bio where you can also sign up! 💜🏙️

Thank you to our partners:


ROCKSTAR Limo

03/10/2025

Ready to check out a brand new venue in Middletown? Join us for our March meeting at Newport Pickleball on Wednesday, March 26 at 6pm.
Guests will enjoy a tour of the facility, lite bites and beverages, and perhaps a game or two (come dressed to play). See you there!
Register here: https://www.ilearhodeisland.com/event-details/march-meeting-2

03/03/2025

One of the fastest growing racquetball games in the country, pickleball has been taking Rhode Island by storm. The perfect sport for all levels.
Join ILEA RI for our March meeting at the NEW Newport Pickleball Club in Middletown on Wednesday, March 26 at 6:00pm.
Guests will enjoy a tour of the facility, lite bites and beverages, and perhaps a game or two (come dressed to play). No need to bring your own gear, unless you'd like to, Newport Pickleball will provide the balls and paddles.
See you on the courts! Register here: https://www.ilearhodeisland.com/event-details/march-meeting-2

02/11/2025

A huge thank you to everyone who joined ILEA RI for its January meeting: The 401 on Social Media.
From iconic panelists to stellar conversations and questions- we hope you learned a ton that will assist you in building impactful and authentic digital communities.
A special thank you to our January partners:
Photography moments captured by Sabrina Scolari Photography
Video moments captured by Montage Media Productions
Venue host: ATOVXLO
AV: IT'S LIT Wedding and Events

Save the date for February! Wednesday, February 26 at Newport Vineyards for The Tasting Table. See you there!
https://www.ilearhodeisland.com/event-details/february-meeting-2

02/04/2025

Join ILEA RI for its February Meeting hosted by Newport Vineyards for an evening of food and beverage pairings!
Get a glimpse of the behind the scenes at Newport Vineyards and then enjoy a guided pairing of small bites and vino. This special education program will be instructed by Executive Chef Andy Teixeira and a Newport Vineyards Wine Educator.

Seats are limited! Register soon to ensure you don’t miss out on this exclusive experience at Newport Vineyards with ILEA RI🍷

https://www.ilearhodeisland.com/event-details/february-meeting-2

01/28/2025

TOMORROW join us for our January meeting at ATOX x LO for The 401 on Social Media featuring Rhody icons, Emily from Something Borrowed Event Decor, and Laura and Sascha from Honey Buns Social, as our panelists. The panel will be moderated by award-winning social strategist and ILEA RI president-elect, Paige Zuber-Weishaus.
A huge thank you our January partners:
ATOV x LO
It's Lit Weddings & Events
Montage Media Productions
Sabrina Scolari Photography
Register here: https://www.ilearhodeisland.com/

01/17/2025

PANELISTS ANNOUNCED:
Join ILEA RI for The 401 on Social Media! Back by popular demand, this informative meeting will help set up 2025 to be one of your best digital years yet for your business. This year’s meeting will have a panel discussion featuring Emily Murray from Something Borrowed Event Decor, and Laura Maia Afonso and Sascha Roberts from Honey Buns Social moderated by President-Elect and award winning social strategist, Paige Zuber-Weishaus.
Thank you to ATOVxLO in Cranston for hosting our meeting!
Register here: https://www.ilearhodeisland.com/

01/06/2025

Back by popular demand- The 401 on Social Media!! This year ILEA RI will have a panel of industry professionals who have curated authentic and impactful digital communities moderated by award-winning social media strategist and ILEA RI President elect, Paige Zuber-Weishaus🎉
The meeting will be hosted by ’s studio, Lovely Occasions in Cranston. Thank you for your support!
Tickets on sale now via the link in our bio!

12/18/2024

Tonight would not be possible without our incredible sponsors! Thank you so much for supporting the annual ILEA RI celebration tonight💜❄️⛄️

12/17/2024

❄TOMORROW join ILEA RI for another holiday celebration! Starting at 7pm at Kirkbrae Country Club, the Snowball Soiree☃ will be an evening to remember as you step into classic holiday charm.
ILEA RI has chosen the Tomorrow Fund to be this year's charity to support during our holiday celebration. A special raffle will take place with prizes you surely won't want to miss!
Tickets are still available along with a special 4 pack deal!
What can you expect tomorrow??👀
Music by Ignyte Studios
Lighting by IT'S LIT RI
Venue by Kirkbrae Country Club
Snow by Luke Renchan Entertainment
Video by Montage Media Productions
Photography by Sabrina Scolari Photography
Decor and linens by Uniquely Chic Events
Money Booth and photo booth by WRIK Entertainment
https://ilearhodeisland.square.site/

12/05/2024

Are you ready for the most wonderful holiday party of the year? The Snowball Soiree is Wednesday December 18 at Kirkbrae Country Club! Join us for a night of classic holiday cheer❄ Tickets on sale now!
We are so excited to announce that this year's charity of choice is the Tomorrow Fund. ILEA RI will be hosting a special silent auction to benefit this incredible Rhode Island-based organization. Interested in donating to the silent auction? Reach out to us!
2023 photos: Jennifer Neves Photography
Thank you to our 2024 partners!
Ignyte Studios
IT'S LIT RI Weddings & Events
Kirkbrae Country Club
Montage Media Productions
Sabrina Scolari Photography
Uniquely Chic Events
WRIK Entertainment

11/30/2024

❄️Until Monday 12/2- grab your Snowball Soirée tickets at a special Black Friday Weekend price! Price will increase by $20 after Monday❄️

🎟️Link in bio to register!

A special thank you to this year’s holiday party partners:

11/25/2024

❄Save the Date❄
Join ILEA RI for a Snowball Soiree on Wednesday, December 18 at Kirkbrae Country club! Come home for the holidays are we celebrate another year- everyone is welcome.
The evening will also include a special silent auction which will benefit our charity of choice this year💙
Tickets go on sale THIS Friday with a special Black Friday Weekend discount that will end on December 2☃

11/20/2024

The benefits of an ILEA RI membership go beyond the tangible aspects like education, referrals, discounts, and more. It's the community driven, passionate individuals that have made the Rhode Island Chapter of ILEA thrive for the last 20 years.
Until November 30, renew your membership or become a new member with a special $50 off discount! Use code FALLFEST24 when checking out💜
📸 KL Photography
https://www.ileahub.com/membership

11/18/2024

✨Meet the 2024/2025 Richard Carbotti Scholarship Recipients✨
ILEA RI is pleased to announce the recipients of the returning Richard Carbotti Scholarship! Professional recipient- Brooke Gatchell and Student recipient- Lena Allie. Read more about these individuals’ background and what they look forward to in our latest blog post.

Meeting the Richard Carbotti Scholarship Recipients