Chapter Launches Free CE Webinar Series AIA Rhode Island is offering 2 continuing education webinars this week, as part of our regular CE Webinar series: 6/9 – com – Floodplain Design, Construction, and Impacts on Flood Insurance 6/10 – International Masonry Institute – Forensic Engineering for Historic Properties As the profession remains open for business, albeit remotely, […]

EarthTalk® From the Editors of E – The Environmental Magazine The worst years on record for primary tropical forest loss across the Amazon and beyond were 2016, 2017 and 2019. Credit: Tom Fisk, Pexels.   Dear EarthTalk: How are we doing in the battle to stop or slow deforestation, especially in the tropics where forests […]

In Memoriam It is with great sorrow that I share the news with you that violinist Judson Griffin passed away after a brief illness on May 27th.   He had been a member of the Museum Concerts Board for many years.  His partner, violinist  Margaret Ziemnicka, was at his side at the time of his transition.  […]

A Message to the Rhode Island Community Over the last few days, our country has been engaged in a very public conversation, with many having to take to the streets to protest in order to have their voices heard. The recent homicides of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, and Ahmaud Arbery have been unacceptable acts fueled […]

2020 RIDP Virtual State Convention R.I. DEMOCRATIC PARTY HOSTING ITS FIRST-EVER VIRTUAL STATE CONVENTION ON JUNE 15 200-plus committee members to take part in historic ‘Zoom’ event to endorse its Democratic slate The Rhode Island Democratic Party announced it will hold its State Democratic Convention ‘virtually,’ on Monday, June 15, at 7 p.m., because of […]

DEM ASKS BEACHGOERS TO BUY SEASON PARKING PASSES ONLINE AND IN ADVANCE TO EASE TRAFFIC TIE-UPS AT BEACH ENTRANCES Anyone who buys their pass online or before heading to the beach will be able to use newly installed express lanes for quick entry.   Environmental Management (DEM) is encouraging Rhode Islanders to buy season beach passes online […]

SUMMIT DATE REVISION! New dates: September 29 – October 1, 2020 Dear Friends,  We have decided that it is best to adjust the dates of the 2020 National Coastal and Estuarine Virtual Summit to September 29 – October 1, 2020 to be respectful of religious observances.  The virtual format creates a unique opportunity for many more people to participate […]

“When words fail, music speaks.” This is a quote that I have always loved, and it is through music that I can best express my thoughts and feelings regarding everything going on in our country. Thank you for listening and for your continued support. Click here for your weekly video dedication