Grow with Google is an initiative that draws on our 20-year history of building products, platforms, and services that help people and businesses grow. Through Grow with Google, we aim to help everyone across America – those who make up the workforce of today and the students who will drive the workforce of tomorrow – access the best of Google’s training and tools to grow their skills, careers, and businesses.

We are proud that in 2018, 2,900 Rhode Island businesses, website publishers, and nonprofits benefitted from Google tools and that we helped provide $398 million of economic activity for Rhode Island organizations (source). And we know that for many small businesses, learning how to harness the Internet can help them grow their business.

We also recognize the importance of digital skills when searching for a job in Rhode Island. According to the National Skills Coalition, middle-skills jobs account for 52% of all jobs in Rhode Island, but only 42% of state workers are trained to the middle-skill level.

We’re excited to partner with terrific libraries and community organizations throughout the state to help Rhode Island job seekers and small businesses learn digital skills.  

We'll have two events in Rhode Island during the week of May 27th.

Providence: Wednesday, May 29
Newport: Friday, May 31

Our two events will be held in the following locations:

Providence:
Providence Public Library
150 Empire Street
Providence, RI 02903 

Newport:
Newport Public Library
300 Spring Street
Newport, RI 02840 

That’s right, there is no cost to attend a Grow with Google Rhode Island event.

Yes, there is parking available at each event.

Providence: Unfortunately, complimentary parking is not available for this event. Guests are encouraged to utilize on-street metered parking.
Newport: Complimentary parking is available in the parking lot located behind the library off of Golden Hill Street.

You’ll want to bring something to take notes with -- a laptop (we’ll have free wifi) or a pen & paper are recommended so you don’t miss any information. Also consider bringing a light sweater or jacket just in case.

You can register for the events here.

Unfortunately, this means the workshop is at capacity and we’re unable to take any additional guests for that workshop. Although it’s unlikely, if we do happen to have extra space on event day, we will create a stand-by line and admit guests on a first-come, first-served basis. We'll do our best to let you in, but it is not guaranteed. If you aren't able to pre-register for a certain workshop, we encourage you to check out our online resources at google.com/grow.

Yes! You may sign up for up to two workshops per event. Although it’s unlikely, if we do happen to have extra space for other sessions on event day, we will create a stand-by line and admit guests on a first-come, first-served basis. We'll do our best to let you in, but it is not guaranteed. If are workshops are full and you aren’t able to pre-register for our workshops, we encourage you to check out our online resources at google.com/grow.

Drop by our coaching reservation desk at one of our events to get paired with a Googler coach for your 1:1 coaching session. Coaches will be matched to those waiting in line on a first-come, first-served basis. Unfortunately, we cannot take any advance reservations or appointments.

Only guests who registered online will be guaranteed to attend the events. If we have extra spots on the day of the event, we'll do our best to accommodate those who did not register ahead of time.

Yes, we will have light snacks and refreshments available for you to enjoy at the events.

Google strives to make events open and accessible to everyone, regardless of disability or special needs. Guests with disabilities and/or special needs should provide details in the registration form and email us at growrhodeisland@google.com. This information will be kept private and will be distributed only to the individuals who need to know it to accommodate your request.

You can email us at growrhodeisland@google.com.