Rhode Island
Best things to do in R.I. this week: April 15-22 – The Boston Globe
MARC MARON
Grasp Podcaster Marc Maron — host of the insanely common “WTF with Marc Maron” — brings the LOL to Windfall’s Columbus Theater April 15. From $45. Doorways 6 p.m., present 7 p.m. 270 Broadway, Windfall. Particulars right here.
JUST MY IMAGINATION
Nope, I’m not imagining this. There is certainly nonetheless time to see Tony-winner “Ain’t Too Proud: The Life and Occasions of the Temptations” at PPAC. Although April 17. Tickets from $20. 220 Weybosset St., Windfall. 401-421-2787. Particulars right here.
THIS MAGIC MOMENT
This actually is a magic musical second. On April 16, whereas the music of The Temptations performs the Windfall, The Drifters will likely be in East Greenwich. From “Up on the Roof” to “Beneath the Boardwalk” these legends have hits in all places. Tickets from $45, doorways 7 p.m., present 8 p.m. 59 Primary St., East Greenwich. 401-885-4000. Particulars right here.
ALPACAS IN LITTLE COMPTON
The spherical head. The loopy bangs. The little smile! There’s simply one thing about alpacas. Hope Alpaca Farm in Little Compton opens its gates to the general public April 16. Meet Huacaya alpacas, donkey and geese, store within the farm retailer and tour the farm. #BecauseAlpacas. Free. 11 a.m to three p.m. 134 Maple Ave. Particulars right here.
TIME TO DYE
No, it’s not a James Bond spoof, however an Easter Eve celebration. Study to dye Easter eggs with pure dyes and textures “utilizing objects discovered across the house” at Bristol’s Blithewold Mansion, Gardens & Arboretum. Free. April 16. 10 a.m. to midday. 101 Ferry Highway. Particulars right here.
JULIE RHODES
Do your self a favor and take heed to powerhouse singer Julie Rhodes’ cowl of Etta James’s “I’d Fairly Go Blind.” Thoughts-blowing. The Woburn, Mass.-native blues-belter advised me beforehand that she didn’t uncover her large expertise till a home present in Windfall. “Earlier than the home celebration, I used to be not singing in entrance of anybody, ever,” she mentioned. Now Julie Rhodes & The Electrical Firm take stage in Windfall for Askew’s 4th Anniversary Occasion April 16. $12. Doorways 8 p.m., present 9 p.m. 150 Chestnut St., Windfall. Particulars right here and right here.
EARTH WEEK
We’ve solely received one Rhode Island. Earth Day is April 22, and Aquidneck Island Earth Week is peppered with occasions April 16-25. Norman Chook Sanctuary hosts fairly just a few:
- That is your spring to start out birding. Be a part of naturalists for a bird-watching seashore stroll alongside Third Seaside “to look at for visiting uncommon spring birds.” BYOB (binoculars, that’s) and scout the shore for sandpipers, eiders, buffleheads, and extra. Free. 875 third Seaside Highway, Middletown. Particulars right here.
- Additionally they host “Newbie Birding: Spring Migration Celebration” April 17. Study songbirds and be part of a naturalist on a warbler stroll on the paths. Refuel with donuts and low. 12:30-2:30 p.m. 583 third Seaside Highway, Middletown. Particulars right here.
- On April 20, be part of hikers on the Sanctuary for a free guided stroll by the character trails. Free. No registration wanted, meet in car parking zone by 3:20 p.m.
- The courageous would possibly attempt an evening stroll and study Rhody’s nocturnal creatures. And I don’t imply Windfall pub-crawlers. April 21, 7:30-8:30 p.m. Tickets from $5. Particulars right here.
On April 19 and 20, Newport Vineyards hosts a Sustainability Tour of their agriculture farm — studying in regards to the rising, culinary philosophy, composting, photo voltaic power and extra — adopted by a wine-tasting. As a result of Farms = Meals (and wine.) 11 a.m. tour, midday tasting. Tour is free; tasting $17. 909 East Primary Highway, Middletown. Particulars right here.
SCHOOL VACATION FIELD TRIPS
That is faculty trip week, and (breathe, mothers and dads) three must-stops:
- Take a household area journey to the Windfall Youngsters’s Museum. Their hands-on packages and areas, geared towards youngsters ages 1 to 11, are “devoted to the concept that youngsters be taught by play and that play is sweet for kids and their households.” There are some distinctive reveals.” In “Innovation Lab,” youngsters can work with actual instruments. “Thinkspace” is all about puzzles; whereas “Play Energy” lets youngsters ship objects by air tubes, and assemble magnetic mazes. $14 for adults and youngsters, 100 South St., Windfall. 401-273-5437. Particulars right here.
- Roger Williams Park Zoo hosts an “Asian Lantern Spectacular” Wednesday by Sunday evenings, from 6 to 10:30 p.m. Kiddos can “journey by a wonderland of larger-than-life illuminated lanterns” and take a look at Asian-inspired delicacies, in accordance with their web site. $25 per grownup, $23 per baby. Rain or shine. Register on-line for a particular time slot. 1000 Elmwood Ave., Windfall, R.I. 401-785-3510. Particulars right here.
- For barely older youngsters, The RISD Museum is a gem. (I might spend an hour in on the Egyptian artifacts alone.) 20 North Primary St., Windfall. 401-454-6500. Particulars right here.
I SPEAK FOR THE TREES
Head to Salve Regina’s Arboretum to get your Lorax vibes on and study our oxygen-giving mates April 20. Plus; snag a reusable meals bag, and nosh lemonade and cookies, earlier than the Annual Arboretum tree-planting at 2:15 p.m. #LoraxVibes. Free. 1 p.m. Misto Gatehouse Entrance Garden, Salve Regina College, 100 Ochre Level Ave., Newport. Particulars.
SMITHFIELD’S STORM KING
Artwork and nature followers, that is for you: Taking inspiration from Andy Goldsworthy — who makes use of site-specific sculptures and land artwork utilizing solely pure supplies — Smithfield hosts “Earth Day Artwork Making.” Goldsworthy has made unbelievable installations all over the world, together with famous Storm King Artwork Heart.
After studying about Goldsworthy’s work, Rhode Islanders will construct their very own sculptures to both set up within the pine forest, add to a big set up, or hold. Forage for discovered supplies or convey supplies of your individual so as to add to the set up. I really like all of this. 374 Farnum Pike, Smithfield. Particulars right here.
SWAMP WALK, BARBECUE & BEER
Welp, this sounds superior. On Earth Day correct, you may stroll by a swamp, then get pleasure from barbecue, beer and stay music. The Nature Conservancy hosts “one our favourite hikes — by forest, fields and sure, some swamp,” whereas guides “level out birds, flowers and different fascinating stuff alongside the best way,” in accordance with occasion data.
After the hike, you’ll head to Shaidzon Beer Firm for an Earth Day celebration — with barbecue and stay music. Hikers get a free beer. (Sure, please.) Advance registration required. Free to register. April 22, 2 p.m. Meet at Nice Swamp Administration Space, 277 Nice Neck Highway, South Kingstown. Full particulars right here.
Till subsequent week, Rhody: Hold rockin’.
Lauren Daley will be reached at ldaley33@gmail.com. Observe her on Twiiter @laurendaley1.
Rhode Island
Police recover watch belonging to Travis Kelce in Rhode Island following break-in of his mansion: report
A watch belonging to Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce was reportedly found over 1,000 miles away from his Kansas mansion that was broken into last month.
The homes of Kelce and teammate Patrick Mahomes were burglarized last month shortly before one of their games — Kelce’s house is in Leawood, Kansas, while Mahomes’ residence is in nearby Belton, Missouri.
The watch was recovered in Providence, Rhode Island, where Kelce’s girlfriend, pop star Taylor Swift, also owns a home.
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Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce looks on during the game against the San Francisco 49ers at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California, on Oct. 20. (Michael Owens/Getty Images)
NFL players were cautioned by the league to be on high alert after the homes were broken into last month in a wave of burglaries reportedly tied to international organized crime. It was eventually revealed that $20,000 in cash was taken from Kelce’s home.
In a memo obtained by The Associated Press, the NFL issued a security alert to teams and the NFL Players Association, warning that professional athletes in different sports have become “increasingly targeted for burglaries by organized and skilled groups.”
Law enforcement officials say the suspects conduct extensive surveillance on their targets’ homes and have even posed as groundskeepers or joggers. Some have even attempted home deliveries.
Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce, left, and quarterback Patrick Mahomes, right, wait to lead their team onto the field before the preseason game against the Jacksonville Jaguars at EverBank Stadium in Jacksonville, Florida, on Aug. 10. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack)
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The memo urged players to take special precautions, including installing home security systems. They were also encouraged not to post live updates of their comings and goings on social media or showcase their expensive items online.
“Obviously, it’s frustrating, disappointing. I can’t get into too many of the details because the investigation is still ongoing, but, obviously, it’s something that you don’t want to happen to really anybody, but obviously yourself,” Mahomes said last week.
Travis Kelce of the Kansas City Chiefs looks on before kickoff of the game against the New Orleans Saints at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, Missouri, on Oct. 7. (Cooper Neill/Getty Images)
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Rhode Island
Travis Kelce’s watch found in Rhode Island after Kansas City mansion was burglarized of $20K in cash: report
Travis Kelce’s stolen watch was reportedly found in Providence, RI, this week after the NFL star’s mansion in Leawood, Kan., was burglarized last month.
Sources familiar with the investigation told ABC News Friday that a watch taken from Kelce’s residence — and not previously disclosed to the public — was recovered.
Details have yet to be revealed on what type of timepiece was stolen or how much it was worth.
Authorities previously shared that the unidentified criminals stole $20,000 cash from Kelce’s home. They did not specify whether any other items were taken at the time.
Sources told ABC News that they think the athlete’s home was specifically targeted — and thoroughly surveyed — before the Oct. 7 burglary.
Just two days before Kelce’s pad was broken into, burglars also raided the home of his Kansas City Chiefs teammate Patrick Mahomes.
Authorities have theorized the burglars may have targeted the athletes as their public football schedule reveals when they will be away from their residences.
“There is a concern about what happens if the athlete or his/her family members are present,” a security source told the outlet.
The insider shared that the burglars have gained access to Kelce and Mahomes’ houses by “posing as delivery men, maintenance workers or joggers to learn about residences, neighborhoods and security systems.”
Captain Jason Ahring from the Leawood, Kan., Police Department told Page Six that they are not releasing any information pertaining to an open investigation and maintained they will not be commenting.
Meanwhile, a Providence Police Department Public Information Officer told Page Six that they do “not have any record or involvement related to this incident.”
Kelce, 35, has yet to address the crime, but Mahomes, 29, previously expressed how “disappointing” the violation was.
“I can’t get into too many details because the investigation is still ongoing, but it’s obviously something you don’t want to happen to anybody — and obviously yourself,” Mahomes said during a press conference earlier this month.
Meanwhile, a source told Page Six that Kelce’s girlfriend, Taylor Swift, was “thankful that no one was hurt and that neither of them were home during the robberies.”
Kelce’s home was broken into around 7:30 p.m. local time on Oct. 7 – just 15 minutes before his team kicked off against the New Orleans Saints.
Meanwhile, Mahomes’ mansion was burglarized while he was celebrating Kelce’s 35th birthday on Oct. 5.
U.S. Labor Department is encouraging Rhode Islanders to use their online tool to find out if they’re among those owed more than $2.5M in back wages
PROVIDENCE – More than 1,500 Rhode Island workers are owed a total of $2.5 million in back wage, and just in time for Christmas, the U.S. Department of Labor wants to put it in their hands.
The money, $2,576,342, was recovered from employers in Labor Department investigations.
The Labor Department encourages anyone who believes they may be owed back wages or knows someone who may be owed wages use their Workers Owed Wages online tool. Anyone who uses the WOW search tool can simply input their current or former employer’s name to learn if the division is holding wages on their behalf.
“The laws enforced by the Wage and Hour Division provide the foundation for U.S. workers’ rights, including the rights to be paid legally required wages and other important protections,” the Labor Department said in announcing the effort.
The tool is available in both English and Spanish.
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