Category: LOCAL EVENTS

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Congrats to all Scouts from Pack One Saunderstown

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At a recent ceremony, Cub Scouts and Boy Scouts gathered with friends and family for the annual graduation ceremony.  Wolfs became Bears.  Bears became Webelo 1.  Webelo 1 become Webelos 2, and so on.  Scouts were brought up with their groups and the Advancement Trail proceedings commenced.   Oaths were taken and faces were painted.  Cameras flashed and the crowd cheered each group for their outstanding community service work.  Congratulations to all of the participants and parents who support Cub Scouts and Boy Scouts in our community.  Special thanks to the Pack Leaders of Pack One Saunderstown for their hours and … Continue reading Congrats to all Scouts from Pack One Saunderstown

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Larisa Martino Featured Artist at the Hive Art Show and Lafayette Mill Open House

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  The Hive RI welcomes you to the 2015 Art Show and Mill Wide Open House.  There will be a number of artists on display for this event, which is May 30th from 4-8pm.  Here is one of the artists who will be featured in the Art Show, Larisa Martino.  Larisa was kind enough to answer a few questions about her work.  Here is an excerpt from our email conversation: Larisa, thank you for taking time out of your busy schedule to write to me.  So what does art mean to you? My art is my key to the secret garden, … Continue reading Larisa Martino Featured Artist at the Hive Art Show and Lafayette Mill Open House

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North Kingstown Recreation Department Summer Program – Tennis and Coach Cristelle Fox

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Every summer up until high school, I took tennis lessons with the Town of North Kingstown.  It was part of a busy summer of recreation my brother, sister, and I participated in.  The tennis courts at the North Kingstown High School was where you could find me, some time after swimming lessons, and just before creative writing at the NK Town Library.  I was (and remain) a huge fan of the sport and still watch most of the major championships on TV.  It is a sport that combines athleticism with hand-eye coordination and it helped me develop athletically for both high … Continue reading North Kingstown Recreation Department Summer Program – Tennis and Coach Cristelle Fox

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The NK Blog welcomes The Association of Migraine Disorders to the NK Chamber of Commerce

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As a member of the North Kingstown Chamber of Commerce, I would like to welcome The Association of Migraine Disorders to our community.  Here is some information from President Frederick Godley, MD, FACS. The Association of Migraine Disorders is a 501(c)3 organization devoted to improved diagnosis and treatment of migraine disorders.  Our mission is to raise the awareness of migraine disorders among the general public and medical community and to stimulate neuroscience research with a multidisciplinary approach.  The Association of Migrane Disorders is a local non-profit organization that has not only local but national interests that affect people suffering with migraines. Our website … Continue reading The NK Blog welcomes The Association of Migraine Disorders to the NK Chamber of Commerce

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Important Announcement from Wickford Little League Newsletter

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From the Wickford Little League offices: 1. The annual Home Run Derby is coming up this weekend.  It will take place on Saturday May 16th at 4:30pm.  It is a great fundraising event for all age groups and we encourage ALL kids to take part whether you think they are sluggers or not. Even if they don’t participate, it is great to cheer their friends on and grab something from the concession stand.  (see attached flyer)  2. The Julie Maloney Field Day is currently scheduled for May 30th.  We will send out more detail in the near future, but something … Continue reading Important Announcement from Wickford Little League Newsletter

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5th Annual Student Art Show at the Wickford Art Association Gallery

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In 2010, Janice Strain approached the Wickford Art Association and asked if we would consider hosting a kid’s art show at the gallery.  Janice was a very motivated art teacher and advocate for students and their art.  Her passion for art and kids was very evident and I eagerly brought her proposal to the WAA Board of Directors.  The Board embraced the idea whole-heartedly.  Janice Strain’s passion for art is expressed here in her own words: “You know when a kid plays football the fans show up in great numbers to cheer him on.  I want to see this same kind … Continue reading 5th Annual Student Art Show at the Wickford Art Association Gallery

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Wickford Little League Parade Marks the Official Start of the 2015 Season

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Every spring, the Wickford Little League opens their season with an opening day ceremony.  The North Kingstown Police Department lead the way through the village of Wickford.  Fans, parents, friends line the streets and cheer on the massive parade of kids, parents, coaches.  The kids in the parade, most of them dressed in their baseball uniforms, are the stars – the young sluggers and fireballers who will wow us all spring, summer, and into fall.  The Wickford Little League parade encompasses the small town feel that make so many of us proud to call North Kingstown – HOME. The parade continues up to Wilson Park, … Continue reading Wickford Little League Parade Marks the Official Start of the 2015 Season

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McCoy Stadium is the Family Friendliest Park of All-Time

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In New England, we have some of the most revered stadiums and professional sports teams.  There are websites, fan clubs, team specific bars and restaurants. If you love your New England sports teams like I do, you watch every game as if it were a championship game.  And if you are lucky, you go to see them live at their iconic stadiums and arenas whenever possible.   Countless fans file into Gillette Stadium to see the New England Patriots play. You can expect no less than heart-pounding AC/DC music, screaming fans, New England Patriots Cheerleaders, almost 70,000 fans chanting “Brady, Brady,” and that’s … Continue reading McCoy Stadium is the Family Friendliest Park of All-Time

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“Stars and Lights” – A Breathtaking Collection of Photos by David Zapatka

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I feel so lucky to work in the creative world.  I recently attended a meeting about filming a documentary for the Rare Disease United Foundation at the Wickford Art Association.  At this meeting, I met a local North Kingstown photographer who works as a cameraman for national TV networks named David Zapatka.  After the meeting, David showed me and the other meeting attendees his collection of work, including his website of lighthouse photography. What I saw was awe inspiring.  Images I’ve seen up close and personal in New England photographed in such a way that I felt like I was seeing them for … Continue reading “Stars and Lights” – A Breathtaking Collection of Photos by David Zapatka

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2nd Annual ArtVenture Program Seeks Artists and Art for a Community Adventure

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ArtVenture is seeking artists! ArtVenture “Hiking With the Arts in Mind” is currently seeking artists to create the art that will be hidden on hiking trails in NK as well as along historic Wickford’s walking tour.  Please go to www.nkartscouncil.org for more details. On the North Kingstown Arts Council website, there is a tab for ArtVenture. Inside this page are photos of last year’s event, information on how to get involved, and a video with ABC 6 news reporter Chelsea Priest reporting on the event.  Click below to see the video: Photography courtesy of 186 Ten Studios This is a self-guided experience but … Continue reading 2nd Annual ArtVenture Program Seeks Artists and Art for a Community Adventure