Archive for June 2022
RI Weather Today & Summer Outlook – June 21, 2022 – John Donnelly
by John Donnelly, meteorologist As a warm front approaches from the west, cloud cover will be increasing, particularly later in the evening with the slight chance of showers during the overnight hours. Morning lows in the mid 50’s rise to the mid 70’s with a southeasterly breeze gusting to 25 mph. Summer Solstice occurs at…
Read MoreThe long goodbye – exit interview with RI Foundation’s Neil Steinberg – Richard Asinof
by Richard Asinof, ConvergenceRI, contributing writer An exit interview with Neil Steinberg, president and CEO of the Rhode Island Foundation, as he begins his year-long journey toward retirement as leader of the state’s community foundation, with $1.4 billion in assets Neil Steinberg, by his own admission, has led a charmed life, with a career working…
Read MoreMovies in the Park at Rocky Point
The Central Rhode Island Chamber of Commerce will once again be hosting Movies in the Park at Rocky Point, presented by Wave Federal Credit Union, beginning on Thursday, June 23, 2022. Gates open at 5:30 pm to the public with free admission and free parking Central Rhode Island Chamber of Commerce welcomes everyone to enjoy an…
Read MoreAging groups gear up to support candidates in primaries, mid-terms – Herb Weiss
By Herb Weiss, contributing writer on aging issues In just 140 days, seniors will go to the polls to cast ballots for candidates who they believe will lead the nation in the right direction. Over three months ago, the Washington, DC based AARP, the nation’s largest senior advocacy group announced the kick-off of its Voter Engagement…
Read MoreNetworking Pick of the Week – June Networking with Pat Cruz
Bring some colleagues, friends, or come alone. We are happy to personally introduce you to some of the wonderful people. Simply let us know what type of industry professionals you would like to meet and we will make the introductions for you. Pat Cruz’s June Networking is set for Wednesday, June 22nd, from 5:30 to…
Read MoreAquatics group first to set new “gender inclusion” policy to protect fairness in competition and women’s category.
In a statement issued Sunday, June 19th, in Budapest, Germany, the FÉDÉRATION INTERNATIONALE DE NATATION, the governing body of international swimming championships issued a statement on “gender inclusion” in competition. The new rules set competition restrictions for transgendered athletes who have transitioned after the age of 12 – or who have gone through puberty. FINA…
Read MoreHow Performance Management impacts an organization – Mary T. O’Sullivan
By Mary T. O’Sullivan, MSOL “The only difference between one organization and another is the performance of its people.” – Peter Drucker Performance Management critically impacts each employee and the outcomes expected by the organization. What if the performance management system is broken? Performance Management which is not aligned strategically with company goals, or strategic…
Read MoreSt. Mary Academy-Bay View opens state-of-the-art science center
New Barbara A. Papitto Science and Innovation Center immerses students in hands-on, advanced 21st Century learning As more women pursue careers in the sciences, STEM still remains a male-dominated field with limited leadership positions held by women. Bay View is working to change that. Made possible by more than $3 million in generous donations, St. Mary Academy…
Read MoreRI Weather Today, June 20, 2022 – John Donnelly
by John Donnelly, meteorologist High pressure to our west keeps us under a clear sky with northerly breezes gusting to 25 mph once again. Dry air an improvement, with low dewpoints and mild temperatures. We’ll have an afternoon high in the mid to upper 70’s after a morning low in the low to mid 50’s.…
Read MoreRI Weather Today, June 19, 2022 – John Donnelly
by John Donnelly, meteorologist A fairly weak trough of low pressure will swing through early, kicking up some pre-dawn showers. A north-northwesterly breeze should prevail through the day with morning lows in the mid 50’s and afternoon highs in the upper 60’s under mid level cloud cover. A “B” Day to all those dads and…
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