Archive for November 2024
Businesses Give Back: A tradition to provide for children for the holidays
The season of giving has already begun as many events hope to drum up support for their respective missions. Numerous groups, organizations and individuals are seeking donations of goods and services to help those in need. Toy drives are no different, particularly knowing there are children who won’t be receiving any gifts during the holidays.…
Read MoreHomeless in RI: Year over year increase says report. 34.9% up over last year. 30 days to winter.
Photo: Pamela Bhatia, Artistic Images It is 30 days before the 1st day of Winter – this morning the temperature was 38 degrees The State of Homelessness Sheds Light On A Solution-Oriented Future The Rhode Island Coalition to End Homelessness hosted the 2024 State of Homelessness event at CIC Providence. Presented were current data and…
Read MoreRhode Island Weather for November 21, 2024 – Jack Donnelly
by Jack Donnelly, meteorologist Let it rain! It’s what we need and we’ll be getting lots of it today – the ground is hard so be concerned about flooding on roads, etc. Starting with a moderate high 40s, high in low 50s. It’s a “C” day! ___ Follow John’s weather forecasts, here: WEATHER WITH JOHN…
Read MoreRI Veterans: Did you know? 21.11.24 (Medicare decision, Thanksgiving, events…) – John A. Cianci
by John A. Cianci, contributing writer on veterans issues Question from one of our readers: Q: I have VA health coverage; do I need Medicare? John, North Smithfield RI A: In my opinion and based on assisting veterans navigating thru the VA health care system and assisting Veterans to resolve private health care coverage, and…
Read MoreWe Cook! Mill’s Tavern Black Angus Filet Mignon with mushroom Bordelaise, leeks, bacon
8oz. Black Angus Filet Mignon with Mushroom Bordelaise, Butter Braised Leeks, and Crispy Bacon Bits (Serves 4): This dish from Mill’s Tavern is the perfect late autumn dinner. Perfectly seared filet mignon complemented by the delicate sweetness of sautéed leeks, a rich mushroom sauce and savory bacon togarnish. It’s a sumptuous, elevated dinner that embodies…
Read MoreIt is what it is – 11.20.24 – Jen Brien
by Jennifer Brien, contributing writer, opinion “IT’S IN THE WAY THAT YOU USE IT” Somewhere back in the 80’s when TOM CRUISE was ridiculously handsome, there was a film made that he starred in called the “Color of Money”. The title track was a song by ERIC CLAPTON called “It’s in the way that you…
Read MoreIt’s time for Sour Grapes! – Tim Jones
by Timothy Jones, RI cartoonist ___ Originally from Attleboro, Massachusetts, Tim lives with his wife and two daughters in Smithfield, RI. He is a cartoonist, freelance illustrator, author and comedian. He is also a member of the National Cartoonist Society and the Mid-South Cartoonist Association. He teaches cartooning, speaks at local schools and libraries and…
Read MoreRhode Island Weather for November 20, 2024 – Jack Donnelly
by Jack Donnelly, meteorologist The pattern continues. Clear and a bit brisk in the morning with lows in the upper 30’s warming to the upper 50’s in the afternoon with a light northeasterly breeze. It’s an “A” day! ___ Follow John’s weather forecasts, here: WEATHER WITH JOHN DONNELLY John Donnelly was born in Hialeah, Florida…
Read More“How Good People Can Do More Good” – a talk by Ray Rickman
A talk by Ray Rickman at First Unitarian Church, Saturday, November 23rd at 6:30 PM, following the First Parish Supper at 5 PM. Register, HERE: https://form.jotform.com/230806392011143 Ray Rickman is executive director of Stages of Freedom. Ray Rickman is one of the state’s foremost historian of Black life and culture. Stages of Freedom (www.stagesoffreedom.org), which Mr.…
Read MoreCape Verdean Museum highlights Jewish heritage on the island – Jewish Rhode Island
by Robert Isenberg, Jewish Rhode Island At first, you may wonder: Why is there a Jewish-themed exhibit in the Cape Verdean Museum? Where did these folded talitot come from? What is the story behind this printed Haggadah, from a Jewish-Cape Verdean seder in 2012? Can there really be an entire book called “The Jews of…
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