“WATERSHED RAMBLES”

A LEGACY VIEW BY DON DOUCETTE I recently observed on social media a reference to the dam next to Larson Woodland in Attleboro as Larson Dam and I will hopefully set the matter straight – or…attempt to set the matter right as I am not the final word, but rather possess a lifetime experience, some

NBAM: MAKING IT WORK

On View at NBAM IMMERSION AND INTERACTION: WITNESSING THE EVERYDAY PAT COOMEY THORNTON November 12, 2020-March 7, 2021 This modest retrospective features a selection of paintings, drawings, and sculptures culled from over thirty-years of Coomey Thornton’s prolific career. Pat Coomey Thornton’s ability to translate her everyday experiences as an artist, a daughter, and a mother

HISTORIC NEWPORT: SATURDAY TOURS

Winter Walking Tours in the Heart of Historic Newport A Socially Distanced Outdoor Activity Newport, RI (January 2021) – This January, bundle up and explore the heart of historic Newport on a winter walking tour. Newport History Tours, the Newport Historical Society’s walking tour program, will offer three themed Saturday tours presented by an expert

RIHS: EN COMPASS RHODE ISLAND

Engaging RI History has never been this easy. PROVIDENCE, R.I. (January 7) – You are invited to join the The Rhode Island Historical Society as it proudly announces the release of seven new topical modules for its free online textbook of Rhode Island history, EnCompass.  On Thursday, January 28 at 4:00 PM Geralyn Ducady, the Director

RIHPHC: GRANTS-HIRING-CONFERENCE

RIHPHC NOW GRANTS Capital preservation grants on the ballot March 2 Governor Gina Raimondo has certified seven bond issues for Rhode Island’s special election to be held on March 2, 2021. A “yes” vote on Question 6 supports authorizing the issuance of $1 million in bonds for the State Preservation Grants program. State Preservation Grants support and

AUDUBON RHODE ISLAND

Brrrr…Birding in Winter! Image: Carolina Wren, with feathers puffed up to stay warm.  Photo credit Jason Major. (January 5, 2021)  – Amusing, beautiful, and oh so hungry, birds found at winter feeders are a source of joy to many in New England. While a large number of species migrate south in the fall, there are

MOWC: VIRTUAL VALLEY TALKS

Free Lecture Series Launches at Museum of Work & Culture January 10 Virtual Valley Talks Kickoff with King Philip’s War Presentation WOONSOCKET, R.I. – Valley Talks, a series of biweekly historical lectures by the Museum of Work & Culture, begins Sunday, January 10. All events are free and take place at 1pm on Zoom. This

NEW BEDFORD ART MUSEUM – ARTWORKS

OUR NEW BEDFORD ARTS COMMUNITY Each year New Bedford Art Museum/ArtWorks! has been privileged to recognize individuals and organizations that have helped the arts succeed through their generous support and work in the community. Because of them, the arts flourish here in New Bedford. It is our privilege to shine a light on Irene and

BLACKSTONE VALLEY TOURISM

What a Year – Looking Back on 2020 Photo by David Lawlor What a year it has been for tourism and hospitality in Rhode Island and Blackstone Valley. A year that challenged how we interacted with others. It was a year that made us take a hard look at the inequality and injustice around us.