RIHS Launches Yearlong Programming Theme on Ocean State Foodways ?? “Relishing Rhode Island” Offers Wide-Ranging Menu of Events and Partnerships (PROVIDENCE, R.I.) ??? Each year, the Rhode Island Historical Society features a new programming theme, allowing the organization to explore a compelling aspect of the state???s history through its events, lectures, partnerships, and initiatives. In […]
INDUSTRY FOR THE 21st CENTURY GINA RAIMONDO Governor’s package of workforce training and economic development programs aims to rebuild Rhode Island’s manufacturing industry for the 21st Century, create opportunity for Rhode Island families The week after her State of the State address which focused on expanding opportunity to ensure that every Rhode Islander has a […]
Slavery and Freedom Speakers??? Series Continues in February Talks on Captain Paul Cuffe and Unfreedom in Westport, MA LITTLE COMPTON ??? Two speakers will share their research and findings on slavery and freedom in Westport, MA. The first will focus on one of New England???s most prosperous and politically active men of color, Westport resident […]
STUDENTS HOLD TEDDY BEAR PICNIC The Pre-K students at St. John the Evangelist School in Attleboro recently held their annual Teddy Bear picnic as a celebration of their lesson about the eight species of bears.?? According to Pre-K teacher Tammy O’Mally, “since bears hunt for their food, the class went out into the hall to […]
Hopedale Pond Side Fire Saturday Feb. 11, 2017 4p-8p at the Bathhouse?? Come join us for a toasty warm fire, some delicious s???mores and a yummy cup of hot chocolate or coffee. Get out of the house, bring some friends or maybe even make some new ones during the long winter season.???? Skating will depend […]
MLK Committee offers $1,000 Scholarship The Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial Committee of Greater Attleboro is pleased to offer a $1,000 scholarship from its W. Duane Lockard Scholarship Fund. The scholarship assists minority students obtain an associate degree, baccalaureate degree, or certificate of training. ??Applicants must be high-school seniors who have been accepted […]
A Sweet Event – again – in downtown North Attleborough Date and time set for 21st Annual Chocolate Lover???s Stroll ?? Downtown Associates of North Attleborough (DANA) will hold the 21st Annual Chocolate Lover???s Stroll on Saturday, February 11, 2075 from 12 noon to 2:00 pm.????The Stroll is sponsored for the 21st time by Dyer-Lake […]
SOME FEBRUARY HIGHLIGHTS Cardmaking Workshop Handmade cards are a gift for the maker and receiver to enjoy throughout the year. Join us for a workshop for adults, Cards for All Occasions, at Seekonk Library on Thursday, February 9 at 6 PM. This free program is generously sponsored by The Friends of the Seekonk Public Library. […]
