Looking forward to an exciting year ahead… Dear Friends of The Literacy Center, There has not been a dull moment over the past six months and I can safely say that our staff and volunteers have learned as much as our students during this public health crisis. But despite everything that has changed, I […]
Dear Friends of Special Olympics Rhode Island: During this pandemic, the athletes of Special Olympics Rhode Island have had their world turned upside down. As more of their activities have been taken away from them, our athletes have come to rely upon their Special Olympics Rhode Island family to be there for them. Even […]
RI Delegation Announces Federal Backing for National Expansion of RI Marine Trades Association’s Innovative Boat Recycling Program $105k grant comes from NOAA Marine Debris Program, which was reauthorized by Whitehouse’s Save Our Seas Act in 2018 SHELDON WHITEHOUSE Washington, D.C. – U.S. Senators Jack Reed and Sheldon Whitehouse and Congressmen Jim Langevin and David Cicilline today announced […]
Reusable Bag Initiative to Provide Cleaner and Greener Alternative for Residents Pawtucket – The City of Pawtucket and Pawtucket City Council have announced the Reusable Bag Initiative to encourage more sustainable behavior by Pawtucket businesses and residents. Two thousand reusable bags were funded through the City, a donation from Mega Disposal, and a grant from […]
Help Fight Hunger, One Bowl at a Time Empty Bowls Attleboro Area will hold an event September 12, 2020 in the Capron Park Newell Shelter to raise money and awareness of hunger in the Attleboro Area. For only $25 you can pick up a bowl hand-crafted by local artisans Each bowl provides a reminder […]
Commission opportunity for RI musicians, performers and sound artists As part of our mission, FirstWorks is committed to celebrating and supporting the local arts community and finding new opportunities for local performing artists during the COVID-19 crisis. The commission is open to Rhode Island-based musicians, performers and artists who use sound in their work […]
Flower bulbs make you bloom It’s that time of year again – time to plant flower bulbs. Thinking already about enjoying a colorful spring garden? If so, fall is the right time to plant flower bulbs. Actually, the fun starts with popping them into the ground. Strong roots Planting flower bulbs in the […]
Hiring a freelancer In an uncertain economy, freelancers are a good choice for small businesses who can’t afford, or simply don’t need, a permanent staff member. Many types of work, from writing to graphic design to bookkeeping, can be done on a freelance basis. To find and hire a freelancer who will do […]
