Kallman, Shanley, advocates hold press conference to support retirement savings bill. STATE HOUSE – Most Rhode Islanders save for retirement through an employer-based plan such as a pension or 401 (k). But 172,000 Rhode Island workers (roughly 40% of the state’s workforce) do not have access to this crucial savings tool. Sen. […]
Historian Robert Cvornyek to Discuss History of RI Black Baseball Teams (PROVIDENCE, R.I.) – The Rhode Island Historical Society will host a virtual talk on Tuesday, February 28th at 7pm with Professor Emeritus of History from Rhode Island College Robert Cvornyek about his new book, Black Greys and Colored Giants: A Comprehensive Guide […]
Arts in the Village Presents the Haven String Quartet with Andrius Zlabys on March 18 HAVEN STRING QUARTET On Saturday, March 18, the Haven String Quartet and pianist Andrius Zlabys mark their return to Arts in the Village with a beautiful and evocative program featuring Gabriel Fauré’s Piano Quintet No. 1 in D […]
EarthTalk® From the Editors of E – The Environmental Magazine Living near an airport can exacerbate pre-existing health problems due to the increased load of pollutants in the air. Credit: Tanathip Rattanatum, pexels.com. Dear EarthTalk: Is it unhealthy for you to live near an airport? — M. Smith, Pittsburgh, PA Living near an […]
Celebrate Québécois Cinéma at the Museum of Work & Culture (WOONSOCKET, R.I.) – The Museum of Work & Culture invites the public to an upcoming event that will help curate the 2023 Flickers’ Rhode Island International Film Festival. Ciné-Québec, an evening of Québecois films in celebration of the month of Francophonie, takes […]
Art Camp at NBAM/Artworks Art camp at NBAM/Artworks! is right around the corner! Bring your lunch and come to New Bedford Art Museum/Artworks this February break. Learn about cool art and make paintings, drawings, prints, collages, and clay sculptures! We will practice yoga and breathing exercises to help you focus your attention […]
COMMISSIONER’S MEMO February Marks Black History Month ANGELICA INFANTE-GREEN The start of February marks the start of Black History Month, one of our most important observances and an opportunity to celebrate the accomplishments of the Black community locally and nationally. The month also serves as an opportunity to reflect on both how […]
RI BLACK STORYTELLERS EVENT AT WEAVER LIBRARY Rochel Garner Coleman Celebrate Black History Month with the power of storytelling. Join us at Weaver Library on Saturday, February 18 at 3:00 for a performance by Rhode Island Black Storytellers (RIBS). This upbeat and interactive program is geared for families with children ages 3-12. Founded in […]
