"The Moving Wall" is the half-size replica of the Washington, DC Vietnam Veterans Memorial and has been touring the country for thirty plus years. When John Devitt attended the 1982 dedication in Washington, he felt the positive power of "The Wall." He vowed to share that experience with those who did not have the opportunity […]
A lecture and concert honoring the 375th anniversary of the founding of Newman Congregational Church & the town of Rehoboth. The concert features the Newman Church Choir and the AUREA Ensemble.
A perennial favorite of the Newport String Project. Join us for our Fall Community Barn Dance. Join us for an afternoon of fiddle-fuelled fun when participants will be guided by seasoned dance caller Jim Hicks. NSP director EmmaLee Holmes-Hicks will be fiddling with the Rusty Pick-Up String Band and local favorites Tom Perrotti and Mike […]
On January 1, 1991, Rhode Island Governor Bruce Sundlun marked his first day in office by shutting down 45 financial institutions to prevent a complete collapse of the credit union system in the state. Join us for a discussion of a new case study on the crisis by Dr. Melissa Prosky and a mini-documentary featuring […]
The Edge of Each Other’s Battles: The Vision of Audre Lorde is a powerful documentary and a moving tribute to legendary black lesbian feminist poet Audre Lorde (1934-1992). One of the most celebrated icons of feminism's second wave, Lorde inspired several generations of activists with her riveting poetry, serving as a catalyst for change and […]
Photos: Tony Petrarca, WPRI; Bob Thompson NEW VENUE: URI Bay Campus Coastal Institute Auditorium Resilient Rhode Islanders have experienced their share of extreme weather. From blizzards and hurricanes to sunny weather, meteorologists study atmospheric conditions to ensure that we can prepare for the worst and enjoy the best of Mother Nature. Join us as we […]