Calling all Superheroes! AIDS Run/Walk for Life 5K Planned for Saturday, June 25 in East Providence

Providence, RI—Get out your capes and your running shoes! AIDS Project Rhode Island (APRI) is excited to announce the return of our annual AIDS Run/Walk for Life event. This year marks the first time APRI has held an in-person event since 2019. The dual Run/Walk will take kick-off at Pierce Memorial Field on the morning of Saturday, June 25, 2022.  To register as a runner or a walker, please visit https://aidsprojectri.org/runwalk/   The theme for this year’s event is “It Takes a Team of Heroes to Get to

British Nobility Brings “Downton Abbey” to Newport

The Preservation Society To Host Highclere Castle’s Lady Carnarvon  The Preservation of Newport County will welcome British nobility on June 23 when it hosts The Right Honorable Countess of Carnarvon, the owner and creative mind behind the resurgence of Highclere Castle, known to millions around the world as the iconic estate of “Downton Abbey.” The 8th and current Countess of Carnarvon is the best-selling author of five books, a historian, and a popular, international speaker. The wife of Geordie, the

Newport Flower Show Returns to Rosecliff in June

Tickets are now on sale for The Newport Flower Show, June 17-19, at Rosecliff. Hundreds of colorful creations by floral designers, horticulturists and botanical artists will interpret the show’s theme, “Eden … A Personal Paradise.” Their entries will be displayed in the Rosecliff ballroom and salon, while other exhibits will be set in the Courtyard of Love and the oceanside terrace and lawn. Tickets are more limited than with past Flower Shows; they are available by advance purchase only and are specific

URI Community Forum: Strategic Planning - What kind of a university do we want to be?

Please join University of Rhode Island President Marc Parlange for an important discussion on the future of the University as it embarks on its 10-year strategic plan. The success of the plan relies on input from all stakeholders at the University and in the community, and we welcome your thoughts and ideas on how the University can move into this next exciting phase of growth and transformation.   All members of the community are welcome, so please lend your voice and register for one of the forums

Providence Promise Celebrating National 529 College Savings Plan Day on May 21

Organization invites families to learn more about their college savings programProvidence Promise, a parent-driven partnership that helps Providence Public School and charter school students save for college, will host its Annual 529 Day Celebration for students and families on Saturday, May 21, from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at Pleasant View Elementary School (field), 50 Obediah Brown Rd., Providence.   Providence Promise will also be celebrating a milestone at the event – Providence Promise families

Dr. Chris Gadbois Joins Board of Directors at Delta Dental of Rhode Island

Dr. Chris Gadbois, Chief Executive Officer of CareLink, has joined the Board of Directors at Delta Dental of Rhode Island.   “We’re pleased to welcome Chris to our Board of Directors,” said Joseph R. Perroni, president and CEO of Delta Dental of Rhode Island. “Chris is a highly respected health care leader and public health professional and will be a great addition to our organization. We look forward to the contributions she will make at Delta Dental.”   Gadbois has worked within health and human

Sprout Providence News & Events

Gallery Night Providence is Thursday, May 19th! Please join us at Sprout CoWorking for an opening celebration of artist Cathren Housley's latest children's book illustrations. The Gallery will be open 5-8pm for visitors to stop in, or sign up to take a free guided trolley tour around the city. Community NewsLearn how to generate a steady steam of clients and business with Build Your Revenue Stream, May 19. Check out SCORE RI for Writing a Business Plan that Reflects Your Business Model, May 21.Meet the

Green Animals Topiary Garden to Host Plant Sale

If you are shopping for colorful flowers and an array of organically grown vegetables, the Green Animals Plant Sale is scheduled for Monday, May 16, through Saturday, May 21, from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. The sale will take place each day before Green Animals opens for tours. Tickets will be required for anyone wishing to tour Green Animals or picnic on the grounds after the property opens at 10 a.m. Annuals, perennials, lilies, dahlia tubers, geranium standards and a variety of vegetables and specialty plants

Rhode Island Foundation Updates Hundreds of Community and Business Leaders at its 2022 Annual Meeting

Highlights include presenting annual awards, reviewing 2021 and looking ahead to 2022 and beyondRhode Island Foundation President and CEO Neil D. Steinberg asked hundreds of business and community leaders to "to show up, listen up, speak up, stand up, step up, and rise up to tackle the challenges and opportunities ahead" during the organization's annual meeting at the R.I. Convention Center. “Our programs, funds, initiatives and leadership activities reach every person throughout Rhode Island. We strive

Partridge Snow & Hahn Announces New Co-Managing Partners

                                             Partridge Snow & Hahn is pleased to announce that Paul Kessimian and Jay Peabody have been elected to serve as PSH’s new Co-Managing Partners. Kessimian and Peabody replace Howard Merten, who has served in the role since April 1, 2017. Paul and Jay reflected on their first day in the co-managing role: “We are proud, honored, humbled, and energized to be able to lead such a great group of people. We are also grateful and appreciative that the firm is willing to

IRS Taxpayer Advocacy Panel (TAP) Needs Your Help

The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) relies on taxpayer and tax professional input to improve the services they provide, but many do not know what avenues are available for voicing suggestions or concerns. The Taxpayer Advocacy Panel (TAP) is a federal advisory committee created in 2002 to listen to taxpayers, identify taxpayer issues, and propose suggestions for change to the IRS.TAXPAYER ADVOCACY PANELTAP was created in 2002 to give citizen volunteers from all 50 states, as well as Puerto Rico, the

Brighter Futures 2022 Event Announced for October 3, Honoring Speaker K. Joseph Shekarchi

PROVIDENCE, RI-- Family Service of Rhode Island announced today that they will be honoring Speaker K. Joseph Shakarchi for his work on behalf of children and families in Rhode Island at this year's 18th Annual Brighter Futures Luncheon, scheduled for October 3, 2022. The event this year will be a hybrid of in-person and online.  Each year FSRI brings together hundreds of Rhode Island movers and shakers – corporate, government, and philanthropic leaders working on the state’s most pressing issues – to

Berkshire Bank Launches the Center for Women, Wellness, and Wealth (CWWW)

Berkshire Bank, a leading socially responsible community bank with office locations in New England and New York, announces the launch of the Center for Women, Wellness, and Wealth (CWWW). The Center will offer client-focused events on wellness and financial planning, and will partner with community organizations, specialized experts and thought leaders. Collectively, the Center will inspire action to build greater financial stability, alignment and opportunity for women and Berkshire’s broader communities.

SEG Awards First Round of Microgrants to Elevate Impact Businesses in Rhode Island

Social Enterprise Greenhouse (SEG) awarded $80,000 to 16 distinct Rhode Island small businesses and nonprofits through its recently launched Microgrant Fund. Each awardee received up to $5,000 to support key activities or obtain the necessary tools that will help take ventures to the next level. SEG’s Microgrant Fund was established with an initial gift from donors Mary Elleen and Chris Patton earlier this year.   “Over the years, we have consistently heard from our community of entrepreneurs and ventures

Performance Physical Therapy Announces Addition of OrthoCore PT, Marking 20th Clinic Serving RI & MA

Performance Physical Therapy, the region’s leading provider of innovative, results-driven physical therapy and athletic training, welcomes the addition of two new clinics, formerly OrthoCore Physical Therapy.  “We’re so excited for OrthoCore to join the Performance Physical Therapy family,” said Performance’s CEO, Dr. Michelle Collie. “Their two clinics in southern Rhode Island exemplify clinicians that work hard to help patients feel better, move freely, and live fully. We consider it a privilege to

Welcome New Chamber Member Abigail by Gail: A Colonial Experience

Abigail by Gail: A ColonialExperience is pleased to offer Educational Programs, Tours, and Historical Appearances.  Each topic includes subject matter about colonial life, visuals, reproduction artifacts, and is based on real life experiences of Abigail and her family; the ordinary family living during extraordinary times!  Programs and Historical Appearances have been popular at Historical Societies, Libraries, Retirement Communities, and Community Gatherings.  Join others who have been educated, engaged,

Narragansett Bay Estuary Program Awards $649,000 in Grants for Green Project Planning in RI and MA

Funding for 11 projects ranging from concept and engineering designs for watershed, green infrastructure improvements to creating open spaces    The Narragansett Bay Estuary Program (NBEP), hosted at Roger Williams University, announces $649,000 in planning grant awards to support green-infrastructure and capacity-building projects for municipalities, local organizations, and universities across Rhode Island and Massachusetts NBEP is providing a total of 11 grant awards through the Green Infrastructure

Digital Equity Employer Survey

Skills for Rhode Island's Future, in collaboration with the Departments of Commerce and Education, the Office of Post-Secondary Education, the Governor’s Workforce Board, the Providence Public Library, and the Governor's Office is embarking on a process to develop a statewide Plan for Digital Skill Development for an Equitable Economic Recovery.  With the support of the National Governor's Association, the focus of this planning process is to establish a shared vision and shared priorities to ensure that

Berkshire Bank Adds David Donahue, Senior Vice President, to Private Banking Boston Team

Berkshire Bank, a leading socially responsible community bank with branch locations in New England and New York, is pleased to announce David Donahue has joined Berkshire’s Private Banking Team as senior vice president (SVP). In this role, David will work with the private banking team to further support Berkshire’s ongoing commitment to clients and provide private banking relationship management to high net worth and ultra-high net worth individuals.  "We are very excited and pleased to welcome David to

Preservation Society to Exhibit Gilded Age Treasures

The Newport Mansions feature one of the greatest collections of fine and decorative arts of the Gilded Age. Set in elaborate period rooms, these objects are not always visible up close, and their significance is often overlooked. Beginning Friday, May 27, The Preservation Society of Newport County will shine a spotlight on important Gilded Age artifacts with “Anything You Want: A Closer Look at Treasures from Newport’s Gilded Age.” The title of the show prompts visitors to ponder the question: Why did

Social Hour of Networking with Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses RI Community.

Meet and mingle with our faculty, staff, and fellow small business owners at the beautiful President's House on the Community College of Rhode Island's Warwick campus. Find out more about our free small business growth program and grow your network as you enjoy complimentary refreshments.When:  Tuesday, May 10 @ 5:00 p.m.Where: Community College of Rhode Island                 President's House              400 East Avenue              Warwick, RI 02886 Click here for more information and to register.

New Artwork + Opportunities for Gardeners 

May Gallery News: The Gallery at Sprout CoWorking is presenting an exhibition of children's book illustrations by artist Cathren Housley for the month of May, with an opening reception scheduled May 19, 5-8pm. Learn more:Community NewsWomen's Fund of RI is hosting an info session on their 10 month mentorship program the Women's Policy Institute, May 3. Tune in to the Rhode Island Business Competition Awards Ceremony for the finalists' pitches and cash prize announcement on May 5. Learn how to deliver value

Fidelity Investments Adding 12,000+ New Jobs; on Track for Third Consecutive Year of Record Hiring

Company Introduces New Training Programs for Employees to Help Serve Fidelity's Growing Customer Base and Their Emerging Interests as Part of its Ongoing Commitment to the Future of Financial ServicesFidelity Investments® one of the industry’s most diversified and largest financial services companies committed to strengthening and securing its clients’ financial well-being, today announced the creation of more than 12,000 new jobs to be filled by the end of the third quarter. The jobs will put the company

SEG Prepares to Launch National Search for its Next Change-Making Chief Executive

Looking to Expand Reach and Impact in Inclusive Entrepreneurship, SEG Prepares to Launch National Search for its Next Change-Making Chief ExecutiveAfter 13 years with SEG, Kelly Ramirez plans to step aside later this year  SEG Board applauds Ramirez’s nearly decade-and-a-half of groundbreaking work to build a more representative innovation ecosystem in New England Kelly Ramirez will step down as CEO of Social Enterprise Greenhouse (SEG) later this year. Ramirez has overseen a growth and evolution at SEG

Rhode Island Public Expenditure Council Releases Education Finance Report

After enacting and fully implementing the state funding formula, inequalities persist.   The Rhode Island Public Expenditure Council released a report on Rhode Island’s education finance system today. The report, the third in RIPEC’s series on municipal finance, found that the overhaul of the state’s education finance system a decade ago has been successful in increasing the state’s share of overall education revenues and in targeting this increased aid to poorer districts. However, despite

Washington Trust Wealth Management Appoints Senior Wealth Advisor and Fiduciary Officer

The Washington Trust Company is pleased to announce that Lynn Gifford Bria, Esq., has joined the Bank’s Wealth Management division as Senior Wealth Advisor and Fiduciary Officer. In her role with Washington Trust Wealth Management, she will work closely with high net-worth individuals and families to help them achieve their financial and legacy goals, as well as with attorneys, accountants, and beneficiaries for trusts and estates administered by Washington Trust. As a Fiduciary Officer, she will review

Trinity Repertory Company to Welcome Kate Liberman as New Executive Director

Trinity Repertory Company announces today that Kate E. Liberman will join its leadership team as Executive Director in September 2022. Liberman is a proven leader whose work has focused on strong financial management, organizational growth and transformation, and a continued commitment to building community focused on belonging, inclusion, diversity, equity, and anti-racism. The national executive search process was guided by Arts Consulting Group.    Liberman, a Needham, Massachusetts native, will come

BankNewport Awards $45,000 in Grants to Fight Food Insecurity

BankNewport is pleased to announce that it has awarded $45,000 in grants to four organizations in Rhode Island that are fighting food insecurity: Barrington Tap-In, McCauley Ministries, the Salvation Army Providence Corps, and the Rhode Island Community Food Bank. “As a true community bank, supporting those who support our neighbors is essential to our mission,” said Jack Murphy, President & CEO, BankNewport.  “We are extremely proud to contribute to the nonprofit community throughout Rhode Island who

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2023 RI Community Grants - Application Now Open for Nonprofits

GPBOR C.A.R.E. Accepting Grant Applications from RI Non-Profits Deadline to apply is 6/30/22  GPBOR C.A.R.E. (Community Awareness REALTOR® Events) announces that the application period for its 2023 community grants is now open to Rhode Island 501(c)(3) nonprofits. Organizations who work to enhance and uplift the lives of Rhode Islanders may apply for financial assistance or other non-financial resources. To-date GPBOR C.A.R.E. had distributed more than $110,000 since it was established in 2013. Past

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