Rhode Island Feeds

Join the Dixie Diehards Jazz Band for a raucus, Mardi Gras-style show as they dish out a thick gumbo of traditional New Orleans Jazz and blues of the early 20th century.
Tickets:  $10.00 adv./$12.00 day of show 

Location: Cumberland, RI

Kimberly Fraser, born on Cape Breton Island, is a master at the trio of fiddling, step dancing and piano as well as an instructor at the renowned Gaelic College in Cape Breton. Brian Conway is a leading exponent of the highly ornamented Sligo fiddling style made famous by the late Michael Coleman.
Tickets:  $15.00

Location: Cumberland, RI

 The Sandra Feinstein-Gamm Theatre board of directors, along with honorary chairs First Lady of Pawtucket Laureen Grebien and Political Commentator Maureen Moakley, invite arts supporters to The Snow Ball, the theater's 10th annual fundraising party, on Saturday, February 18 at 6 p.m.

Emceed by WRNI General Manager Joe O'Connor, and billed as "the hottest party in the coldest month," The Snow Ball brings the outdoors indoors, transforming a historic Pawtucket mill into the Arctic North.  The venue, at 65 Blackstone Avenue, Pawtucket, RI, is located just a snow ball's throw from the theater. Highlights are winter-themed food and drinks, hot tunes to shake off your winter blues and cool raffle prizes, as well as silent and live auctions starting online at www.biddingforgood.com/gammtheatre.
"Soliloquio" by Toots Zynsky.
Featured auction items include a glass sculptural vessel by renowned artist Toots Zynsky, created especially for The Snow Ball (pictured). World-famous for her signature "filet-de-verre" technique, Zynsky's one-of-a-kind sculpture will be available for preview at BankRI Gallery, 137 Pitman St., Providence, starting February 2.

Other distinctive items include a week-long stay at a vacation home on the Caribbean Island of Eleuthera, Bahamas, with private beach access; an overnight stay at the New York Athletic Club with a pair of tickets to see the Tony Award-winning play War Horse; and a limited-edition single-malt whiskey fabricated to resemble the Scotch that explorer Ernest Shackleton took with him to the Antarctic in 1907, as written about in The New York Times. Absentee bidding on all items is permitted.

Two-tiered tickets are on sale now at gammtheatre.org or by calling 401-723-4266, ext. 16. Snow Angel tickets at $125/person (6 p.m. arrival) include dinner with Gamm artists catered by Russell Morin Fine Catering, dessert and open bar. Ice Breaker tickets at $65/person (7 p.m. arrival), include dessert, complimentary wine and beer and a cocktail ticket. Glacier Sponsors at $2,500 include 10 Snow Angel tickets, program listing and recognition at the event.

Fun, festive attire is encouraged for all!

For tickets or information about sponsorships, please contact Development Director Brian Platt at 401-723-4266, ext. 16 or brian@gammtheatre.org.

Proceeds from The Snow Ball benefit the non-profit theater's artistic and educational programs.


Location: Pawtucket, RI

Costumed Colonial docents host weekend tours and demonstrations of daily life in 18th century at historic Smith Appleby House Museum. This 1696 built home reflects local heritage and architecture and one of the few remaining stone ender homes in Rhode Island. 220 Stillwater Road.

Location: Smithfield, RI

Annual Dinner - February 15, 2012

Date: 2/15/2012
Time: 5:30 PM TO 9:00 PM

Twin River
100 Twin River Road
Lincoln, RI 02865

Phone:
401-334-1000

 

Event Description:

The Chamber's 21st  Annual Dinner

February 15, 2012

5:30 p.m. Reception
6:30 p.m. Dinner and Speakers

Keynote speaker will be  the Honorable Gina Raimondo, General Treasurer, State of RI

Don't miss the Chamber's largest gathering of the year! Tickets are going fast, so register today!

Cost is $90 per person.

To reserve tables of 10, please contact the chamber at
401-334-1000.

 

Please note: Persons registered for an event will be charged unless cancellation notice is given to the Chamber 24 hours in advance.

Location: Lincoln, RI

Celebrated roots musicians Darol Anger & Emy Phelps, along with Lissa Schneckenberger & Corey DiMario, and Brittany Haas & Kai Welch will present an evening of both the sweet and the scary side of romance, from their perspective as couples, with original songs and old favorites from every genre.
Tickets:  $15.00

Location: Cumberland, RI

Ranger Talk Series 

Museum of Work & Culture

Market Square, 42 South Main Street

Woonsocket, RI
(401)769-9675

 

On Sunday, January 15, 2012, the Museum of Work & Culture launches the first of this year's Ranger Talks.  Begun in 1998, the program consists of  a series of six lectures and presentations from January through April, sponsored by the John H. Chafee Blackstone River Valley National Heritage Corridor in cooperation with the Rhode Island Historical Society.

 

Betty & Carlo Mencucci kick off the 15th annual Ranger Talk series on January 15 with their presentation of "West of the Seven Mile Line - A History of Glocester."  Using beautiful videography, old photos, interviews, and stunning aerial shots, visitors will virtually tour the villages of Glocester and learn some amazing history.  

 

The presentation goes back to the 1600's when the area we know today as Glocester was a howling wilderness called the "Outlands" or the land "West of the Seven Mile Line."  Some of the stories covered will be the Mehunganug Swamp tragedy when some of the first settlers clashed with the Nipmuc Indians; how the Revolutionary War impacted the lives of Glocester citizens; and how the eyes of the country were focused on Chepachet during the Dorr Rebellion. 

 

The Ranger Talk lecture schedule is as follows:

• January 15: "West of the Seven Mile Line - A History of Glocester" by Carlo and Betty Mencucci
• January 29: Rhea Bouchard Powers presents "Rhea's Random Reflections"
• February 12: Paul Bourget presents "Civil War Sanitary Commission"
• February 26: Sarah Zuier presents "Green Zones:  Rhode Islanders Gardens in War Time"
• March 11: National Park Ranger Kevin Klyberg presents "RI and the War of 1812"
• April 1: Former Woonsocket resident Chip Bishop presents a talk on his newly released book "The Lion and the Journalist"

The one hour long Ranger Talks are held on Sundays at 1:30 pm in the museum's ITU Hall.  All talks are free and open to the public.  For more information contact the museum at 401-769-9675. 

Location: Woonsocket, RI

Costumed Colonial docents host weekend tours and demonstrations of daily life in 18th century at historic Smith Appleby House Museum. This 1696 built home reflects local heritage and architecture and one of the few remaining stone ender homes in Rhode Island. 220 Stillwater Road.

Location: Smithfield, RI

Parker Woodland Wildlife Refuge, Maple Valley Road, Coventry, RI
Sunday, Feb 12, 2012, 10am – 12pm

Join Audubon at the Parker Woodland Wildlife Refuge for an adventure in snowshoeing. Explore the snow-covered trails in search of tracks and signs of animals. What better time of year to visit a wildlife refuge? Participants must provide their own snowshoes - they can be rented from REI or Eastern Mountain Sports.

Note: If the trails are too icy or there is no snow, the program will be cancelled. This walk can be somewhat strenous.

Caratunk Wildlife Refuge, 301 Brown Avenue, Seekonk, MA
Saturday, Feb 11, 2012, 7 – 8:30pm

Enjoy a wonderful evening in search of owls at the Caratunk Wildlife Refuge, a location that usually is very productive. It may be a little chilly, but this is when the owls are most active. Take to the trails with an Audubon guide to look for these amazing birds in their natural setting.

Dress warmly.

Ninigret NWR/Kettle Pond Visitor Ctr.
Saturday, Feb 11, 2012, 10:30am – 12pm

More info: www.rifamiliesinnature.org

Annual festive celebration of Mardi Gras at two locations featuring buffet, live entertainment, special fun events and an afternoon children's ball. See NRICA web site for schedule of events.

Location: Woonsocket, RI

Fisherville Brook Wildlife Refuge, 99 Pardon Joslin Road, Exeter, RI
Friday, Feb 10, 2012, 7 – 9pm

Head out on the trails for an evening of fun - learning about the owls of Rhode Island. Start the evening with a presentation on these amazing creatures and visit with one of Audubon's live owls. Then walk the evening trails in search of these intriguing birds in their natural setting.

Dress warmly and bring a flashlight.Meet in the nature center

DRUMMING T0 WARM THE HEART AND SPIRIT
Friday February 10, 7:00-9:30pm
Join Dave Curry from Drums for One And All inside for an evening of creative musical energy including drumming to a series of nature and Earth images. Space is limited. Please call to register.
Donation: $8


Location: Cumberland, RI

Audubon Environmental Education Center, 1401 Hope Street, Bristol, RI
Friday, Feb 10, 2012, 6:30 – 10pm

Dinner Reservations? Check! Verified Theatre Time? Check! Booked Babysitter? Uh oh. Don't fret, Let Audubon handle childcare for you with our new Parents Night Out Program. Kids ages 6 to 10 will enjoy a fun filled and educational evening under the supervision of Audubon Society of RI educators. While you enjoy your night out, your child will be involved in hands-on activities including hikes, games, crafts, a live animal interview and more. Their night will wind down with a snack and a nature movie while they await your arrival at pick-up time.

Drop-off starts at 6:30 pm and runs through 7:00 pm. Children can be picked up anytime between 9:00 and 10:00 pm. Pick-up ends promptly at 10:00 pm. Class size is limited to 20 children and advanced registration is required.

Fisherville Brook Wildlife Refuge, 99 Pardon Joslin Road, Exeter, RI
Wednesday, Feb 8, 2012, 6:30 – 8:30pm

A white expanse of snow blanketing the forest, the moon creeping up through the silhouettes of pines, and the stars twinkling overhead. All set the scene for a guided Full Moon Snowshoe Walk at Fisherville Brook Wildlife Refuge. The trail winds through the forest to apond where the moon will be rising. Survival of plants and animals as well as lunar folklore are discussed along the way. Participants must provide their own snowshoes - they can be rented from REI or Eastern Mountain Sports. Note: If the trails are too icy or there is no snow, the program will be cancelled.

Audubon Environmental Education Center, 1401 Hope Street, Bristol, RI
Tuesday, Feb 7, 2012, 7 – 8:30pm

Everything changes after dark -- the trails, the trees, and even the sounds. Join us this winter and spring for a moonlit walk. You'll get to test your night vision and other senses as we leisurely walk along the trails. You might hear the call of an owl or the howl of a distant coyote. After the hike enjoy some tasty treats for dessert. Be sure to dress for the weather, bring a flashlight, and let us know if you have any food allergies.

Repeats Each Full Moon:
Tuesday, 2/7
Thursday, 3/8
Thursday, 4/5

Audubon Environmental Education Center, 1401 Hope Street, Bristol, RI
Sunday, February 5, 2012, 2:30 – 3:30pm

Looking to get out of the house this winter? Take a trip to Audubon for an afternoon of fascinating Nature documentaries on the big screen.

Free with admission.
Sponsored by Rhode Island PBS

February 5 - My Life As a Turkey Based on his true story, My Life as a Turkey chronicles Joe Hutto's remarkable and moving experience of raising a group of wild turkey hatchlings to adulthood.

February 12 - American Eagle From the pristine wilderness of Alaska to the Upper Mississippi River Valley, American Eagle goes behind the scenes and into the nest to provide the ultimate bird's eye view into the private life of an American icon.

February 19 - Fortress of the Bears Admiralty Island in Southeast Alaska supports the largest concentration of bears anywhere in the world. Sustained by a wealth of salmon streams, isolated and protected by their environment, some 1,700 Alaskan brown bears are part of a unique circle of life that has played out here for centuries.

February 26 - Wolverine: Chasing the Phantom Come discover wolverines, among the most elusive creatures on the planet. They seek out the toughest terrain - the most rugged, remote and fiercely raw - and they've always been scarce to begin with. So they're hard to find. They weigh only about 30 pounds, but they have a ton of attitude and a reputation to match.

March 4 - Raccoon Nation Are people, in an effort to outwit raccoons, actually making them smarter and unwittingly contributing to their evolutionary success? Are the ever more complex obstacles that our fast-paced, urban world throws at them actually pushing the development of raccoon brains?

March 11 - The Himalayas Take a stunning journey to the Himalayas. From Everest to the Tibetan Plateau, from the Gaumukh to the Ganges, this episode introduces us to a complex, interconnected natural world that continues to inspire, challenge and amaze the human race.

March 18 - The Animal House Skyscrapers towering over major cities or spectacularly-designed bridges often come to mind when we think of great feats in architecture and engineering. However, some of the most amazing, creative, and innovative structures on earth are not man-made or urban at all, but residences built by animals in the natural world.

Costumed Colonial docents host weekend tours and demonstrations of daily life in 18th century at historic Smith Appleby House Museum. This 1696 built home reflects local heritage and architecture and one of the few remaining stone ender homes in Rhode Island. 220 Stillwater Road.

Location: Smithfield, RI

The Nields  -  Nerissa and Katryna Nields grew up singing folk songs in the kitchen and in the back seat of the family car. Katryna learned to sing melody with their father, while Nerissa tackled the harmonies. From those humble beginnings the Nields have been the darlings of the coffeehouse/festival scene since 1991, with tunes ranging from off-the-hook idiosyncratic to kicking to heartbreaking. They’ve played at large venues like Lillith Fair, and at large festivals including the Newport Folk Festival. Come to see them up close and personal at Stone Soup.

Location: Pawtucket, RI