Archive for April 2022
Gallery at Sprout Providence – 2-person exhibition, quilts and paintings
For the month of April the Gallery at Sprout Providence (166 Valley St) is presenting a two-person exhibition of colorful works by quilt-maker John Chamberlin and painter Debra Bretton Robinson. They are a member of Gallery Night Providence and the gallery is open Monday – Friday from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. They will be open tonight…
Read MoreRI Squid Salad with Cannellini, Radicchio, Endive & Pistachio Dressing – Anthony Salemme
By Anthony Salemme, contributing chef Serves 4 A unique twist using Rhode Island Calamari. This salad is made with lemony pistachio dressing, and is a meal in and of itself 1 ½ pounds Rhode Island Calamari (small tubes are most tender) 1 head radicchio, quartered 2 heads endive, halved ½ cup olive oil + 4…
Read MoreRI Veterans: Did you know? 21 April 22 – John A. Cianci
Information on military medals, events, discounts, opportunities for veterans in Rhode Island
Read MoreIn The News… COVID, Ukraine, national & local news notes
NATIONAL/INTERNATIONAL COVID Federal court judge ruled mandatory mask mandate on transportation venues is unconstitutional – for the most part now masks are optional. CDC says it has asked the DOJ to appeal the rule on masks – many feel that it is a legal test to assure public health over courts. They could get a…
Read MoreFree children’s dental event at CCRI, Lincoln highlights free services for children and adults
This Saturday, April 23rd, between 9am and 1pm, children will be treated at CCRI’s Dental Hygiene Program for FREE Dental Sealants and FREE Fluoride Treatment at the Lincoln campus. For those aged 17 and under, this program targets prevention of cavities. Appointments must be made by phone – call 333-7730 For families who cannot make…
Read MoreSupport veterans at Operation Stand Down event with Jeep Life of Northeast
Jeep Life of the Northeast will be supporting local veteran’s group, Operation Stand Down Rhode Island. The event will be held on Sunday, April 24, 2022, 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. The event will be held at Howie’s at 1525 Smith Street in North Providence. Local Jeep enthusiasts and veteran supporters will come together to…
Read MoreYour RI Weather Today, April 20, 2022 – John Donnelly
by John Donnelly, meteorologist High pressure builds in behind the cold frontal passage and upper level trough that had the high winds mixing down yesterday. Some of that will still affect the area as northwesterly winds will still be gusting towards 30 mph through the afternoon. Lot’s of sunshine, with high temp in the mid…
Read MoreRon & Jen’s Great Escape, 4-20-2022 – Ron St. Pierre & Jen Brien
by Ron St. Pierre & Jen Brien, commentary 7AM LEAF BLOWER GUY In my neighborhood there’s some dude… who, without fail, come spring and summer, heads out at exactly 6:59am on Saturdays and fires up his leaf blower and/or lawnmower. Every SINGLE SATURDAY till he can’t mow anymore, and the grass stops growing. When I…
Read MoreART! Studio Treasures at Art League RI
Art League RI will have another celebration and exhibition – Studio Treasures! Studio Treasures features over 300 artwork from 40 local artists. Mark Taber will be there to perform, as well as refreshments will be provided. Art League RI is located at 80 Fountain Street, Suite 107A in Pawtucket. The event begins at 5pm. About…
Read MoreIf it’s Wednesday, it’s Sour Grapes! – Tim Jones
Sour Grapes cartoon by Tim Jones
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