“Unraveling Our Truths” The Bristol Art Museum is proud to present, Dead Ringer, a provocative and timely exhibit that promises to challenge viewers’ preconceived notions. These works reflect our socio-political moment — bombarded by images of violence, confounded by the surge of “fake news”, and overwhelmed by relentless media. The exhibit asks viewers to slow […]
Exclusive screening of award-winning documentary Tre Maison Dasan at the Weaver Library Weaver Library will host an exclusive screening of Tre Maison Dasan on Thursday, June 13, 2019 at 6:30 pm in the Champlin Program Room of the library. An up-close and moving documentary, Tre Maison Dasan follows three unforgettable boys who share the experience of growing up in Rhode Island […]
From Bats and Beer to Full Moon Trivia, July’s Coolest Evening Events are at Audubon. July 2019 Highlights from the Audubon Society of Rhode Island Who says outdoor fun is just for kids? From “Bats and Beer” and “Bugs and Bubbly” to a night of Full Moon Trivia, Audubon has plenty of cool evening […]
CALL TO ACTION: DELAY PAID FAMILY AND MEDICAL LEAVE Associated Industries of Massachusetts, Chambers of Commerce, business organizations and advocates who last year negotiated a compromise version of paid family and medical leave are together asking state leaders to postpone the July 1 starting date of the program by three months. “In the course […]
INSIDE UPTOWN ATTLEBORO The Attleboro Historic Preservation Society (AHPS) is hosting a self-guided tour and scavenger hunt through eleven of Attleboro’s “uptown” buildings including the East Attleborough Academy, Sweet Mansion/Literacy Center, Attleboro Public Library, Masonic Temple, YMCA, Centenary Methodist, the Bronson Building, 2nd Congregational Church and Kirkyard, Old Post Office/Registry of Deeds, City Hall and […]
GREAT GETAWAY RAFFLE Friends of Pomham Rocks Lighthouse is sponsoring a fundraising raffle for three exclusive Getaways. Prizes feature a magical package of five One-Day Park Hopper passes to Walt Disney World. Park Hopper passes allow guests to visit multiple theme parks on the same day. Parks include Magic Kingdom, Epcot, Disney’s Hollywood Studios […]
“Ten Mile River Rambles” We have been trying to identify this wildflower for several days without success. The photo was taken by Nancy Doucette in the trail head car park at the Hawkins Woods trail sanctuary in Plainville, MA. This location exists within the Seven Mile River drainage. – a tributary to the Ten Mile […]
Availability, Not the Economy, Drives New England Opioid Overdoses Laura Rosbrow-Telem – Commonwealth News Service BOSTON – A new report claims it isn’t economic factors that have fueled high numbers of opioid overdoses in New England – but doctors who’ve been over-prescribing them. Looking into the impact of the opioid epidemic on the labor […]
