Archive for June 2024
Juneteenth: Commemorating the effective end of slavery in the US
Juneteenth (short for “June Nineteenth”) celebrates the end of slavery in the U.S. as issued by President Lincoln’s Emancipation Proclamation. In 2021, it became the newest national holiday. From The American Presidency Project, Proclamation 10598—Juneteenth Day of Observance, 2023 “On June 19, 1865—months after the Civil War ended and more than 2 years after President…
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Read MoreRhode Island Weather for June 18, 2024 – John Donnelly
by John Donnelly, meteorologist An upper level ridge builds over the northeastern US, allowing for a thicker atmosphere, leading to our first heat wave of the year. Morning lows in the mid 60’s will likely climb into the low 90’s with a southwesterly breeze. It’s a “B” day! ___ Follow John’s weather forecasts, here: WEATHER…
Read MoreNetworking Pick of the Week: Business During Hours, Greater Newport Chamber
Network with other professionals and business owners at the monthly gathering of Business During Hours on Thursday, June 20th, noon to 1pm at Innovate Newport at 513 Broadway, Newport. Parking available in lots on either side of building or on surrounding streets. Cafe is on the 2nd floor and is accessible via stairs or elevator.…
Read MoreTo Do in RI: Aquidneck Community Table Summer Bounty Bash – TONIGHT
Photo: ACT Aquidneck Community Table (ACT), in Newport County will host its annual Summer Bounty Bash TODAY, Tuesday, June 18th from 6 to 9pm. The event will be held at Stoneacre Garden, 151 Swimburne Row in Newport. The event celebrates Aquidneck Island’s unique foodie culture and includes complimentary tastings from local makers and growers, along…
Read MoreART! Providence Art Club: National Open Juried Exhibition and Georgia Nassikas exhibition
National Show, Georgia Nassikas Exhibition Open at Art Club June 23 The historic Providence Art Club will open its popular National Open Juried Exhibition as well as a solo exhibition of Virginia-based artist Georgia Nassikas on Sunday, June 23 from 2-4pm. Both exhibitions will continue through July 19 and visiting is free and open to…
Read MoreBenefits for seniors from Rhode Island’s next budget – Herb Weiss
By Herb Weiss, contributing writer on aging issues Photo: Artistic Images, Pamela Bhatia With a 35-2 vote in the Senate early on Friday the Senate gave its approval for a $13.963 billion budget for the 2025 fiscal year, comprising 13 articles that direct additional funding toward education and children, raises Medicaid reimbursement rates, health care…
Read MoreRhode Island Weather for June 17, 2024 – John Donnelly
by John Donnelly, meteorologist High pressure backs off a bit, moves east and allows for a gusty southwesterly breeze during the afternoon with a high in the low 80’s and a low in the low 50’s. It’s an “A” day! ___ Follow John’s weather forecasts, here: WEATHER WITH JOHN DONNELLY John Donnelly was born in…
Read MoreSouth Water St. will restore traffic lanes, expand parking, move bike lanes. Not till 2025, for $4M
Photo: Pamela Bhatia, Artistic Images In a statement from Providence Mayor Smiley’s office: New plan eases traffic congestion caused by Washington Bridge, addresses key concerns of cyclists, saves the City money: Mayor Brett P. Smiley, Councilman John Goncalves, and the Providence Department of Planning and Development today announced plans for the development of a new…
Read MoreEmbracing change is the future of work – Mary T. O’Sullivan
by Mary T. O’Sullivan, MSOL, contributing writer on business leadership “Resiliency, agility, and adopting a ‘test and learn approach’ will mark the winning strategies for 2024.” – Jean Meister in Forbes Every year, Forbes publishes their predictions for organizational success based on the latest trends observed and practiced in the world of HR. Some organizations…
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