The Mini Grant Program for requests up to $2,000 invites individual researchers, nonprofit organizations, and schools to apply for funding in support of public humanities projects, documentary film, civic education initiatives, and individual research.
“Cassandra in Oz: Counterinsurgency and Future War,” by Conrad Crane. When Conrad Crane retired from active duty to become a research professor, he never expected to become a modern Cassandra, fated to tell truth to power without being heeded. After the world transformed on 9/11, he warned the Army that it was not prepared to […]
The next time you pick up a piece of chocolate, consider that you are partaking in an expedition into American history. Alexander Hamilton’s rival, Thomas Jefferson, was a chocolate fan. John and Abigail Adams also loved their chocolate. Hamilton’s boss, President George Washington, along with his wife, Martha, was well acquainted with chocolate. But what […]
Living Literature’s presentation of Bryan Stevenson’s Just Mercy, explores the human dynamics of poor, wrongly condemned individuals and those who struggle to help them. The readers-theater performance is intended for both those who have, and those who have not, read the book.
GAMM HUMANITIES FORUMS Surrounding the world premiere of King Elizabeth a new version of Friedrich Schiller’s Mary Stuart freely adapted and directed by Tony Estrella “A Distant Mirror: Elizabeth and Mary in the 21st Century” with Gamm Artistic Director Tony Estrella & Gamm Resident Scholar Jennifer Madden at The Gamm Theatre, 172 Exchange St., Pawtucket […]
Tiverton Public Library will be hosting a dramatic reading of "Just Mercy" with Living Literature on May 8 at 6:30 PM. The book "Just Mercy" has been chosen as the 15th Annual Reading Across RI Selection for 2017. Living Literature is a Living Literature is a collective of Rhode Island based artists and educators who […]
In this workshop we’ll explore foodways through the historical, cultural and traditions of your family. We’ll discuss ways to discover that food history by interviewing relatives, and studying artifacts. Learn how to save those memories by surveying a variety of writing solutions. Max 15 spots. Please register for this free event at https://www.provlib.org/node/5679?eid=.
Join us for a special Bond-themed May screening inside the Rosecliff Ballroom... BECOMING BOND Tuesday, May 9 Rosecliff Ballroom 548 Bellevue Avenue, Newport, RI 6:00 PM Cocktail reception on the Rosecliff Loggia: Martini Bar with Svedka Vodka & Gin, Modelo Beer, Callie & Meiomi Wines. Hors D'oeuvres. Live music by The Greg Silva Trio. 7:00 […]
GAMM HUMANITIES FORUMS Surrounding the world premiere of King Elizabeth a new version of Friedrich Schiller’s Mary Stuart freely adapted and directed by Tony Estrella “Monstrous Regiment of Women: The Intersection of Gender, Politics and Power” co-sponsored by Lincoln School at Lincoln School, 301 Butler Ave., Providence Panelists: Aubrey Westfall, Assistant Prof. of Political […]
Originally from a poor family of farmers, Benjamin Brayton Knight (1813-1898) and his younger brother, Robert Brayton Knight (1826-1912), became some of the most successful late nine-teenth-century entrepreneurs in the state of Rhode Island. Their firm, B.B. & R. Knight & Co., was famed for its “Fruit of the Loom” trademark, and their cotton manufacturing […]
Living Literature — will visit the library for a performance of the 2017 Reading Across Rhode Island selection, Just Mercy: A Story of Justice and Redemption by Bryan Stevenson.
Yes Farms, Yes Food: The Farm-to-Table Plays! is the culminating production of The Manton Avenue Project’s 2017 Playmaking program, an afterschool playwriting course held at MAP’s Clubhouse in Olneyville. Ten young playwrights, all third graders, each worked with a dramaturge (grown-up playwriting mentor) to write a new play that explores the theme of local farms […]
GAMM HUMANITIES FORUMS Surrounding the world premiere of King Elizabeth a new version of Friedrich Schiller’s Mary Stuart freely adapted and directed by Tony Estrella “The More Things Change…II” Panelists: Nellie Gorbea, RI Secretary of State & Sandra Cano, Pawtucket City Council Member Moderator: Maureen Moakley, Prof. Political Science, URI at The Gamm Theatre, 172 […]
SALON: Poet and writer Colin Channer as part of the Open Sesame project Poet and fiction writer Colin Channer will read and discuss poems arising from encounters with books, maps, and documents about food in the Athenæum’s archives. The exploration continues the journey of his artistic life – all the multitude of ways in which […]
Teachers, librarians, and children’s book enthusiasts are invited to An Evening with Sarah Weeks and Gita Varadarajan, authors of Save me a Seat, the 2017 Kids Reading Across Rhode Island selection. Join us to meet the authors and learn about their creative process and inspiration for this popular novel.
In the distant past, young girls and women learned their letters, morals, and family history through the plying of the needle. Babcock-Smith House Museum invites today’s families to explore the mysteries of local Rhode Island history Saturday May 13 from 10am-12pm. Come learn how objects such as schoolgirl samplers can be used to understand the […]
Kids Reading Across Rhode Island (KRARI), kicks off its 8th year with the 2017 award-winning book, Save me a Seat by Sarah Weeks and Gita Varadarajan. Internationally acclaimed storyteller Len Cabral chairs the 2017 KRARI program featuring a May 13th kickoff event with a presentation and book signing by authors Weeks and Varadarajan at the State […]
10th Annual Urban Pond Procession "Stories of Mashapaug Pond" Saturday, May 13 (rain date May 14) Park at Alvarez High School, then walk down Crescent Ave and Reservoir Ave to the start of the Procession. Bring a blanket or lawn chair to sit on during the Finale! 5:30 PM Mashapaug Pond Boathouse (behind Ocean State […]
Marta Martinez will speak about the significance of the "bodega," the neighborhood corner store, as the hub of early RI Latino communities. She will tell the story of Fefa's Market, the first bodega in Rhode Island and how it helped to strengthen the community. Please register for this free event at https://www.provlib.org/events/marta-martinez-fefas-market-and-latino-foodways.
Please join us in celebrating 15 Years of Reading Across Rhode Island on Sunday, May 21 at 11:00 am. Event includes brunch with our friend Ann Hood, the Penny Social, and a performance by Living Literature. Come celebrate all that we've accomplished together to promote literacy and community connections across our state! Date: Sunday, May 21 […]
In the distant past, young girls and women learned their letters, morals, and family history through the plying of the needle. South County Museum invites today’s families to explore the mysteries of local Rhode Island history Saturday May 13 from 10am-12pm. Come learn how objects such as schoolgirl samplers can be used to understand the […]
Our experience of historic houses is most often framed by exterior appearances. We come to identify and understand historic time periods and changing styles of architecture through build-ing forms, rooflines, materials, and even paint colors. These are the elements of a public realm accessible to all. Exterior patterns can build whole neighborhoods and clearly reflect […]
Join us for a conversation with EnRICHment speaker Nick Horton! Nick Horton’s talk will be an opportunity to experience the ‘power of proximity’ that Bryan Stevenson discusses in his book, presentations, and media appearances. Mr. Horton will relate some of the personal histories that provided the impetus for statewide criminal justice reform over the last […]
Rebecca Romney, Author of Printer's Error: Irreverent Stories from Book History and Pawn Stars' rare book expert will speak at the Annual Meeting of the John Russell Bartlett Society.
Join us for a FREE community screening of this fascinating & inspiring educational documentary... PAPER TIGERS in partnership with Newport Health Equity Zone Tuesday, May 30 Casino Theatre - 9 Freebody Street, Newport, RI 6:30 PM Film, followed by Q&A with film subject & teacher Erik Gordon ADMISSION: FREE (suggested $5 donation) RSVP & Watch […]
“The Sea Mark: Captain John Smith’s Voyage to New England,” by Russell Lawson. By age thirty-four Captain John Smith was already a well-known adventurer and explorer. He had fought as a mercenary in the religious wars of Europe and had won renown for fighting the Turks. He was most famous as the leader of the […]