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

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

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

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

BLUE AROUND THE EDGES came together in 2005 performing acoustic old-timey country, gospel, and traditional music, with a hint of bluegrass.  THREE TALL PINES is an award winning quartet playing bluegrass and Americana from the heart of New England.
Tickets:  $12.00

Location: Cumberland, RI

Learn to identify some common trees when they are "buck nekkid" in winter. We will discuss branching patterns, bark and buds to help us determine deciduous species and we will review evergreen species, as well. Dress for the weather. Program fee: $12. Ages: Adult. Powder Mill Ledges Wildlife Refuge, 12 Sanderson Rd., Smithfield, RI.

Location: Smithfield, RI

Warm up with a bowl of soup before braving the cold for a look at the natural beauty of the dormant season. Travel by van to the Audubon Newman Refuge in Smithfield to look for signs of plants and animals coping with the cold. Dress for the weather and wear appropriate footgear. In case of bad weather, the date will move to February 11. Program fee: $15/adult; $8/child. Ages 8 and up. Departs from Powder Mill Ledges Wildlife Refuge, 12 Sanderson Rd., Smithfield, Ri

Location: Smithfield, RI

 (raindate, Sunday, Feb. 5)
The Universe Story leads us back to the original mystical truth that all is one.  Inspired by Judy Cannato, the presenters agree that:  "The human being of the future will be a mystic or nothing at all."
The day will include presentations, interactive exercises, and vibrant conversation. Spiritual directors,   Dorothy Landry and Norman Comtois continue to delve into the wisdom of the ancients and the new sciences.
Donation:  $30.00 Pre-register by January 31st.


Location: Cumberland, RI

POWERS OF THE UNIVERSE: THRESHOLD TO MYSTICISM
Saturday, Feb. 4, 9:30 am – 3 p.m. (snowdate, Sunday, Feb. 5)
The Universe Story leads us back to the original mystical truth that all is one.  Inspired by Judy Cannato, the presenters agree that:  "The human being of the future will be a mystic or nothing at all." The day will include presentations, interactive exercises, and vibrant conversation. Dorothy Landry and Norman Comtois continue to delve into the wisdom of the ancients and the new sciences.
Donation:  $30.00 Pre-register by January 31st.


Location: Cumberland, RI

SNOW MOON HIKE
Friday, February 3 (snowdate, Sat Feb. 4) 7:00pm -8:30pm
Bundle up with boots (snowshoes) and enjoy a gibbous moon hike through the (snowy) fields and woods. Reflect on  “WHOOS” about in the woods. Enjoy a hot drink and warm company after the hike.
Donation: $10


Location: Cumberland, RI

JUST BELOW THE SURFACE: PERSPECTIVES ON THE GULF COAST OIL SPILL DISCUSSION
Thursday, February 2 6:00-8:00pm 
Just Below the Surface, a one session discussion book from Northwest Earth Institute, explores the connections between the gulf oil spill, energy policies and our lifestyles. How do we take responsibility as conscious consumers and concerned, active citizens?
Donation $16.00 includes the book or pdf.  Please pre-register by Jan 23rd.


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