Category: IN THE COMMUNITY

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Marshall Poole – Local Artist Showcases his Bronze Art in Wickford, Providence

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I caught up with local bronze artist, Marshall Poole, about his work.  He currently has one of his pieces of art entitled “Halo” at the Wickford Art Association gallery on Beach St.  In addition, he is going to have two pieces “Hitting the Core” and “Christine” at the URI Feinstein Providence Campus. You can see these three pieces of Marshall Poole’s art displayed in person or go to his website for more information on Marshall and his bronze artwork at http://www.marshallsbronzeart.com. Poole said he was married to an artist while in Arizona and got involved in casting bronze sculptures, and then … Continue reading Marshall Poole – Local Artist Showcases his Bronze Art in Wickford, Providence

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Quonset Davisville Navy Yacht Club – A True Community Boating Experience

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Captain Dave here from the Quonset Davisville Navy Yacht Club, or QDNYC.  We are a community driven yacht club located on the beautiful coastal waters of Quonset Point.  Our community members have been working hard this off season on renovating our main building.  We have done improvements on the kitchen and the siding of the building, which were both in dire need of repairs.  We here at the QDNYC take a lot of pride in our facilities and I know you will be happy with what we’ve done.  Special thanks to all of our members who have completed their hours of … Continue reading Quonset Davisville Navy Yacht Club – A True Community Boating Experience

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“Night of Jazz” hosted byCurtis Corner Middle School

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This Monday, March 30th, four local middle schools, including Wickford Middle School, will be participating in a “Night of Jazz” at the Curtis Corner Middle School.  I am really looking forward to hearing the performers, especially my son who will be performing under the instruction of Michael Iadevaia for Wickford Middle School.  It should be an amazing night of music for the kids and parents of these talented musicians. Quoting the immortal Lou Reed “One chord is fine. Two chords are pushing it. Three chords and you’re into jazz.” Wickford Middle School recognizes the unique developmental characteristics of the middle … Continue reading “Night of Jazz” hosted byCurtis Corner Middle School

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Getting Up and Down Hills with Efficiency on Your Expresso Bike

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I use the Expresso HD Bike at my local YMCA right here in North Kingstown.  I love riding this particular exercise bike because it is easy to use, it has helped me lose a ton of weight, and it is actually a lot of fun to use.  Expresso HD Bikes are interactive exercise machines that have a virtual reality screen that features you on your bicycle riding straight roads, up steep hills, and down long, winding curved hills. You can experience a truly interactive workout with an Expresso Bike.  If you are unfamiliar with this bike, ask a YMCA staff member … Continue reading Getting Up and Down Hills with Efficiency on Your Expresso Bike

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Sears Hometown Store – Big Time Inventory, Big Time Customer Service

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I admit I do a lot of shopping online.   The convenience of e-commerce is incredible.  You can buy just about anything online, have price comparisons, and have the item shipped right to your home or business. This is such a great modern convenience that e-commerce sites afford us, the busy consumer.  A lot of e-commerce sites have a retail store associated with them, so customers can not only shop online but also in person.  Sears is one of the nation’s most successful example of a retail store which is enhanced by an online presence. Now, in North Kingstown, the Sears tradition … Continue reading Sears Hometown Store – Big Time Inventory, Big Time Customer Service

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YouTube and the Aspiring Musician

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YouTube has become a staple in our society. Videos are used to market businesses, promote bands, sell products, create awareness, the list is endless.  Entire careers have been launched simply by posting a video to YouTube and sharing it with friends, the media, you name it.  You can find just about anything on YouTube these days. I got into playing guitar late in life. I played the piano as a teenager and learned how to read music as well.  Over the years, I picked up the harmonica and have become somewhat listenable at that instrument.  I’ve played the recorder, the … Continue reading YouTube and the Aspiring Musician

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NK Animal Shelter Support Foundation Shoe Drive

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Shoe Drive benefiting the North Kingstown Animal Shelter Support Foundation -Courtesy of NKASSF Event Page I received this link on Facebook.  Here is a short video explaining the event.  Also, per the North Kingstown Animal Shelter Support Foundation, here is a brief description of the event: SHOES! We want your old/worn footwear! We have partnered up funds2orgs to raise money for the shelter. If we collect 2500 pairs of shoes, we can earn $1,000 (if we do not reach our goal, we still get some money, just not as much). The old footwear is melted down and made into new … Continue reading NK Animal Shelter Support Foundation Shoe Drive

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Tessa, A Laid Back Cat Looking for a Good Home

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This post comes from the North Kingstown Animal Control Officer.  Please read and share with someone who will be a good candidate to adopt “Tessa.” “Tessa” is still searching for her forever home. She is a 4 year old, spayed female, long haired cat. She is a sweet, quiet, laid back, girl who would be a great companion for an elderly person. “Tessa” would do best in a quiet home with no other pets or small children. For more information on “Tessa” please call the NK Animal Shelter at 401-295-5579. The North Kingstown Animal Shelter is a division of the North … Continue reading Tessa, A Laid Back Cat Looking for a Good Home