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Free Summer Concerts in Wickford’s Updike Park

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Just got this notice in from Barbara Cullen from Mystic Scrimshanders about a music series in Wickford.  More acts and dates to follow, but this week features the Ten Rod Ramblers.  They are playing Sunday, June 21st from 2-4 pm in Updike Park.  The concerts are free and usually located at Updike Park.  The Ten Rod Ramblers are a local folk music group that plays lively classics from current and classical folk and rock musicians.  You can learn more about the Ten Rod Ramblers on their website at http://www.tenrodramblers.com.  You will be treated to “A Folk Rockin’ Good Time.”   … Continue reading Free Summer Concerts in Wickford’s Updike Park

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Interactive Map for 53rd Wickford Art Festival

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In our continuing series of promotional articles for the 53rd Annual Wickford Art Festival, the North Kingstown Blog along with its parent company, the I.C.E. Agency, is proud to present an interactive map of the festival.  In this map, you can see the village of Wickford with landmarks such as popular retail stores, restaurants, and churches.  In addition, the map has yellow squares to designate where the artists will be stationed for the weekend festival which starts July 11th.  These squares are called “hotspots.”  If you move your mouse (or finger on a mobile device) over one of these “hotspots,” … Continue reading Interactive Map for 53rd Wickford Art Festival

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53rd Annual Wickford Art Festival Artist Spotlight – Neal Personeus Booth #224 on Main Street

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In our continuing series of articles about the 53rd Annual Wickford Art Festival, the North Kingstown Blog recently caught with first time exhibitor Neal Personeus.  Neal is a very unique artist who uses driftwood and materials found along our beautiful seashores of Southern New England to create his artwork.   I had an opportunity to learn more about Neal and his sculptures this past week and here is part of my interview with him.  To learn more about Neal Personeus, you can visit his website at www.capescapes.weebly.com. Where in New England have you found the most material for your sculptures?  Have you … Continue reading 53rd Annual Wickford Art Festival Artist Spotlight – Neal Personeus Booth #224 on Main Street

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53rd Wickford Art Festival Artist Spotlight is Marian L. O’Connell – Booth #149 on Main Street

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In our weekly series of articles on the 53rd Annual Wickford Art Festival, festival director Judy Salvadore recently caught up with local artist, Marian O’Connell.  Marian is from Middletown, RI, creates etchings and monotypes and will be in Booth #149 on Main Street.  Here is a bio submitted to Judy from artist Marian O’Connell. Hi Judy, I’ve been doing the Wickford Art festival since 1978.  Still feel it is the best outdoor show in New England and would hope I can continue showing for many more years to come.  I can remember when the show was 3 days and I’m grateful … Continue reading 53rd Wickford Art Festival Artist Spotlight is Marian L. O’Connell – Booth #149 on Main Street

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Wickford Art Festival Spotlight Artist – Ed Hicks

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Booth #229 on Main Street In my continuing series of articles about the Wickford Art Festival, I am pleased to introduce (to some) and welcome back (to most) Ed Hicks to Wickford.  Ed Hicks has been showcasing his beautiful landscape oil paintings in Wickford for four decades. Judy Salvadore, Wickford Art Festival, caught up with Ed Hicks via email and here is an excerpt from their conversation: Ed, how long have you been coming to the Wickford Art Festival? I hear over 40 years.  Amazing! Hi Judy, I have been participating in the Wickford show for over 45 years and love every minute … Continue reading Wickford Art Festival Spotlight Artist – Ed Hicks

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Windows 10 is almost here: What you need to know about the upgrade

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Windows 10 arrives this summer. You may have noticed the small Windows logo notification in the taskbar. Microsoft has announced that Windows 10 will be the last major launch for the Windows platform. That’s right; this is the last Windows version…sort of. Windows 10 represents a shift in the way Microsoft thinks about Windows. The software is shifting to a “Windows as a Service” model, rather than the piece of software you buy and more or less leave alone until the next model. Windows 10 is being offered as a free upgrade to licensed users of Windows 7 and Windows … Continue reading Windows 10 is almost here: What you need to know about the upgrade

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RI Real Estate Services Property – Cold Spring Farm

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If you are travelling out of Wickford, heading south on Boston Neck Rd. , just after the traffic light at Beach St., you will notice a new development of homes on your right.  This development is called Cold Spring Farm.  The homes are listed with local Wickford and East Greenwich real estate company RI Real Estate Services.  RI Real Estate has an office in Wickford and I recently spoke to Bob Countie, who is the listing agent for Cold Spring Farms.  He gave me some information on the property and some images from the outside and inside of the homes. … Continue reading RI Real Estate Services Property – Cold Spring Farm

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9th Annual Goddard Park Dog Walk to Benefit North Kingstown Pet Refuge

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The Pet Refuge 9th Annual Goddard Park Dog Walk for No-Kill is Sunday June 14 at Goddard Park Warwick RI. Here is some information about a great local event that supports the North Kingstown Pet Refuge: June 14, 2015 Noon to 3PM Admission: Preregistration is $15.00 or $20.00 day of event. Benefiting: Our No-Kill Shelter Registration begins at Noon and the 1 Mile Walk begins at 1PM and ends at the Carousel by the Water. Free Lunch for registered Walkers. Listen to entertainment by our DJ, visit with our vendors or win one of many fabulous raffle prizes. All proceeds … Continue reading 9th Annual Goddard Park Dog Walk to Benefit North Kingstown Pet Refuge

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Suzanne M. Henseler Foundation Kayak and Paddleboard Race – August 1st

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On Saturday, August 1, I hope you’ll spend an exciting morning on the water with me for a great cause at the Suzanne M. Henseler Foundation Kayak and Paddleboard Race in historic Wickford Harbor. If you grew in North Kingstown in the 1980’s, as I did, Sue Henseler most definitely had an impact on your life. Mrs Henseler was an active and important member of several local organizations (North Kingstown Town Council and school committee member) as well as on the state level.  She was a teacher and devoted family member.  I grew up playing sports with and against her son Tim.  I … Continue reading Suzanne M. Henseler Foundation Kayak and Paddleboard Race – August 1st

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The NK Blog welcomes Residence Inn by Marriott Providence Coventry to the North Kingstown Chamber of Commerce

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The North Kingstown Blog is pleased to introduce fellow North Kingstown Chamber of Commerce member Residence Inn by Marriott – Providence/Coventry. Southern RI is a very popular destination for tourists, travelling sports teams, and families.  This is especially true in the summer months which has festivals, soccer tournaments, and tons of beaches to offer out of towners.  Lodging solutions for a family for a long weekend or an extended stay is often a huge challenge for travelers, especially those with pets.  Finding a home away from home for a few days can mean the difference between a smooth trip and a … Continue reading The NK Blog welcomes Residence Inn by Marriott Providence Coventry to the North Kingstown Chamber of Commerce