-Courtesy of Sarah Tellarico, Executive Director, WAA Here is a video slideshow featuring the artist's entries for the 2015 WAA and RIAEA $5000 scholarship money for high school seniors going to art college. Congratulations to all of the artists and participants.
The Young Athletes Program – A Special Olympics Program Focused on Fun
The Young Athletes Program was created in Rhode Island, to meet the physical and developmental needs of children, ages 2 ½ to 7, in the areas of physical activity and play, with an emphasis on sports skill development. The activities presented in the program are designed to develop the fundamental prerequisite skills to prepare athletes... Continue Reading →
Special Olympics North Kingstown (SONK) Spring Sports Schedule
As a parent of a child who has benefitted greatly from the Special Olympics North Kingstown programs, we, at the North Kingstown Blog, are so happy to let you know of programs, events, and other happenings of the North Kingstown Special Olympicsteam. Here is the information for their Spring Schedule: SPRING SPORTS SCHEDULE 2015 TRACK... Continue Reading →
Wickford Art Association and RIAEA award scholarships to local art students
-Sarah Tallarico, Wickford Art Association Executive Director Each year the Wickford Art Association (WAA) gives away $5000.00 in scholarship money to 3 high school seniors who have been accepted into an art college. One student per any RI public high school may be selected from each school to have their portfolio submitted to be judged... Continue Reading →
2015 4th Season Race Series Promotes Fitness, Nature, and Community Service
The 2015 Race Series entitled the “4th Season Race Series” is well underway. To date, there have been 3 races run. The Old Mountain 5K, the Resolution 5K, and the Belleville Pond 10K - which was held right here in beautiful North Kingstown. Next up is the Brr-lingame 5 and 10 mile race on Saturday,... Continue Reading →
Newport RI: The Series is an Artistic Masterpiece
Newport RI: The Series had its pilot premiere last night, Saturday September 27, at the Casino Theater in Newport. The event was attended by members of the cast, the producers, writers, local art enthusiasts, and the rest of us who were more than intrigued by what this series was about. The project is inspired by... Continue Reading →
Let’s Read – NK is a great community program encouraging reading in K-5 schools
Let's Read - NK is a great community program encouraging reading in K-5 schools