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Add Value To Your Home This Fall

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Getting ready to sell your home? Increase your curb appeal and value with these fall home improvement projects!

  1. Replace & Repair
    First impressions are key! Ensuring your windows, roof, and deck/patio are all intact is essential to increasing the value of your home.
  2. Keep it Tidy
    A well-maintained exterior and landscape presents nicely to all buyers! Keep your yard clean-cut and clear of weathering and debris. A good power-wash never hurts to give your exterior a deep cleaning before showing off your home.
  3. Stand Out
    Go the extra step! Buyers will always remember the home that stood out among others. Give your front door a fresh coat of paint, or even go bold with a pop of color! Spruce up your landscape by adding a garden blooming of colorful, beautiful flowers and shrubs.

If you’re looking to sell your home, count on Century21! We are committed to fast, professional, and courteous personal service to help you understand and feel at ease throughout the home selling process. Our trained and certified agents specialize in the Rhode Island real estate market and are prepared to sell your home to the right buyer for the best price.
https://www.platinumc21.com/

A Gift to Write Home About!

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With summer coming to a close and autumn on the way – Rhodie students and teachers are gearing up for the school season! Even more exciting is the return to in-school learning! For once, both teachers and students are eager to get back to the classroom.

It’s important for students to be prepared to succeed; which means having the right tools. Pen Savings offers a variety of Pens Under $10 – perfect for students who find themselves frequently losing (or destroying) their most important school tool, while also providing reliable quality that’ll last them the whole semester. Affordable refills can even help make those pens last the whole year too.

Let’s not forget about the heart of the classroom – teachers! Even though it’s been a year since a normal class, teachers still have worked hard to be there for their students; honoring their commitment to educating even when though times were tough. What better way to show your appreciation than buying them an item that they will use every day: a high-quality pen! Avoid the search for disposable pens, and purchase something that is effective, and lasts.

If you act fast, the Monteverde Prima Ballpoint Pen is only $29.95, originally priced at $65.00! Don’t miss out on this deal, whether it is for your child’s favorite teacher or even yourself. With their various options of ink bottles, cartridges, or refills, explore the different colors we offer so that you never have to stop using your favorite pen.

Pen Savings wants their customers to have the best writing experience, and with their incredible selection, they can! Check out www.pensavings.com today!

RetroBlast: Wickford Art Festival

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Historical Wickford is located in North Kingstown, Rhode Island, and it was settled in 1637 by Roger Williams. Its name originates from Wickford in Essex, England. Remaining one of the biggest tourist attractions in Rhode Island, it is now home to various restaurants and boutiques. Notable restaurants in Wickford are Wickford on the Water, Tavern by the Sea, and Shayna’s Place. Although the food and shopping are a hit, the Wickford Art Festival is the pinnacle event of the summer that unites all Rhode Island residents.

The Wickford Art Festival is an annual event that began in 1962 by the Wickford Art Association. Various artists set up throughout the streets of Wickford, showcasing their work for potential buyers. This year, the festival was held on July 10-11 in a different location, Wilson Park. 180 different artists are showcased, their work varying from ceramics, to jewelry, glass, painting, photography, and so much more! This variety of artwork is a prime example of the artistic community within Rhode Island, as well as the diverse collection of work that meets in Wickford each year.

If you weren’t able to visit the festival this year, there’s always next year! Whether it is for the festival or for the shops, restaurants, and beautiful scenery, Wickford is a destination that you must write on your bucket list!

Book Your Father’s Day Reservation

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Father’s Day is June 20th, so it’s time to plan an unforgettable day! Rhode Island is home to some of the finest restaurants that offer various Father’s Day specials to ensure that our loved ones are appreciated. With different locations, cuisine, and scenery, each restaurant offers a different experience that is worth every dollar and is guaranteed to provide unique memories for you and your loved ones.

  • Chapel Grille
  • 3000 Chapel View Blvd, Cranston, RI
  • (401) 944-4900
  • www.chapelgrilleri.com
    • Outdoor dining is back! What better way to celebrate this special day than to treat them to fine dining in a top-tier atmosphere.

 

  • Spain Restaurant
  • 1073 Reservoir Ave, Cranston, RI
  • (401) 946-8686
  • www.spaincranston.com
  • 1144 Ocean Rd, Narragansett, RI,
  • (401) 783-9770
  • www.spainri.com
    • Spain Restaurant is a Rhode Island favorite. With its unmatched service and high-profile cuisine, it is worth every penny. Be sure to book your reservation for the Father’s Day Special before it’s too late!

 

  • Camille’s
  • 71 Bradford St, Providence, RI
  • (401) 751-4812
  • www.camillesonthehill.com
    • There is nothing quite like the Italian food that is served at Camille’s. Located in the heart of Rhode Island, Indulge in the Italian heritage in this elegant atmosphere this Father’s Day!

 

  • Twin Oaks Restaurant
  • 100 Sabra St, Cranston, RI
  • (401) 781- 9693
  • www.twinoaksrest.com/
    • With its complete reopening, enjoy a special meal in the various dining rooms or breathtaking patio at Twin Oaks! With its combination of scenery and delectable food, why not experience it with the people you love most.

 

  • Trattoria Romana
  • 1571 Atwood Ave Building 103, Johnston RI
  • (401) 519-9100
  • www.trattoria-johnston.com
  • 3 Wake Robin Road #1, Lincoln, RI
  • (401) 333-6700
  • www.trattoria-romana.com
    • Having various locations throughout Rhode Island, Trattoria Romana is labeled as an elegant and classy restaurant that continues to exceed the expectations of its customers. Do your taste buds a favor and enjoy your Father’s Day here!

 

  • White Horse Tavern
  • 26 Marlborough St, Newport, RI
  • (401) 849-3600
  • www.whitehorsenewport.com
    • Newport remains one of the biggest tourist attractions in Rhode Island because of its notable history and top-notch scenery. White Horse Tavern is an experience that offers both of these aspects, combined with mouthwatering meals.

Make sure to call or check the restaurant’s website in order to place your reservation to ensure that you don’t miss out on an amazing experience!

The Therapy Connection

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The Therapy Connection links highly qualified professionals with patients and families seeking specialized and unique services. We offer directory listings searchable based on your location, provider specializations and certifications, treatment of specific disorders, virtual/in-person services, insurance coverage, and many more! Our dedicated team is here to help professionals build their practices and bring the patients right to you.

Learn about the therapies we can connect you with:
Speech-Language Pathology- Speech-Language Pathologists offer a wide range of speech, language, fluency, cognitive, feeding, and swallowing services to both pediatric and adult patients.

Physical Therapy- Physical therapists help improve movement and manage pain. They are an important part of preventive care, rehabilitation, and treatment for adult and pediatric patients with chronic conditions, illnesses, or injuries.

Occupational Therapy- Occupational Therapists help adult and pediatric patients develop, recover, improve, and maintain the skills needed for daily living.

Audiology- Audiologists use technology, creative problem solving, and social skills to identify and treat hearing, balance, tinnitus, and other auditory disorders.

Music Therapy- Music therapists assess emotional well-being, physical health, social functioning, communication abilities, and cognitive skills through musical responses.

Play Therapy- A Registered Play Therapist helps children express feelings, work through problems, and practice new ways of interacting with others through play.

Get started today to grow your practice with a free 6-month trial.
If you have any questions, please email Paige Voccia: speechservicesri@gmail.com

Provisional Staffing Solutions: Finding You The Right Candidates

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Have open positions you need to fill? Need new employees but struggle getting applications? We’re here to help!

With local roots in Cranston, Provisional Staffing Solutions is quickly becoming one of the countries top employment agencies, and we want to leverage that success to help our fellow Rhode Islanders. As a temporary staffing agency, Provisional Staffing Solution’s goal is to provide readily available, hardworking employees in a wide range of industries to employers. We believe in the importance of relationships and building alliances between companies and their staff. We are dedicated to matching the best employers with the best employees. From hotel staffing to manufacturing, packaging, machine operators to general office help, Provisional Staffing Solutions can assist you in meeting your labor needs at an affordable cost. Our staffing professionals place qualified candidates with top employers.

By working with Provisional Staffing Solutions your company will:

  • Utilize workers only when you need them
  • Reduce unemployment claims
  • Compensate for a fluctuating workload
  • Save on interviewing and advertising costs
  • Save all your benefit expenses including workmen’s comp
  • Save on bookkeeping costs
  • Sharply reduce overtime expenses by replacing your more highly paid regular employees with temporaries working at an hourly rate

All of this will help to increase productivity and reduce costs to your business.

On our end, Provisional Staffing Solutions will assume the responsibility of:

  • Recruiting and hiring employees
  • Issuing weekly payroll
  • Filing mandatory tax forms

So don’t waste time and energy searching for qualified candidates; instead, let the experts do the heavy lifting. Give us a call to schedule your free consultation today!

Provisional Staffing Solutions
535 Atwood Ave.
Cranston, RI 02920
401-831-2222

The Ultimate Outdoor Living Space

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What do you get when you combine warm summer nights, the ambiance of a roaring fire, and picturesque landscaping? A personal escape right in your backyard!

The best part about a backyard project is you can make it as unique and elaborate as your imagination (and budget) will allow! Here are a few things to consider when designing your backyard oasis:

  • Who will you share this space with? If it’s just an intimate space for you and your family, a small seating area should suffice. For entertaining guests at large gatherings consider creating an outdoor kitchen featuring a wrap-around bar.
  • When will you spend time in your space? If you envision spending Sunday afternoons in the warm sun you may want to add some shade with a pergola or awning. If summer nights are your go-to, ambient lighting is a must! Opt for hanging bistro lights or solar-powered lights to illuminate your walkway.
  • Do you want ongoing maintenance? If you enjoy the labor of love that is maintaining your landscape then opt for plenty of plants and grass. If you prefer a low-maintenance set up consider installing a large patio. The same goes for choosing your materials! Wood needs care every few years, such as repairing rot and restaining while vinyl will last a lifetime maintenance-free.
  • Do you want to tend to a fire? Some people love the process of building the perfect campfire, but if ease of use is more your speed, opt for a propane firepit.
  • Know your yard! If you have a septic system, make sure you do not compromise it by building on it. If you have low spots in your yard that tend to collect water, avoid building there and do not build in an area that will promote drainage towards your home.

Ready to start your backyard transformation? Contact the experts at Outdoor Escapes, they make outdoor living easy!

https://outdoorescapesne.com/

ADDRESS

112 Old Pocasset Road
Johnston, RI 02919

BUSINESS HOURS

Phone: 401-942-8857
Fax: 401-946-4144

BUSINESS HOURS

Mon–Fri: 8:30am – 6pm
Sat: 9am – 12pm

RetroBlast-Rocky Point

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Rocky Point State Park has been a beloved public attraction in Rhode Island since the mid-1800s. The property has been a location for many attractions including a clam shack, hotel, concerts, and most notably as The Rocky Point Amusement Park. The park operated from the late 1840s until its closing in 1994. During the 1950s to the 1990s, Rocky Point Amusement Park was a popular tourist destination in Rhode Island. The park featured rides including the Log Flume, Corkscrew Loop Roller Coaster, Skyliner, and The Freefall, which would fall 13 stories at 55 miles per hour! The Shore Dinner Hall, which closed in 2000, was famous for its clam cakes, lobster, manhattan style clam chowder, and steamers. In addition to amusement rides, Rocky Point hosted concerts! Performances included Janis Joplin, AC/DC, Jane’s Addiction, The Red Hot Chili Peppers, and much more!

In the 1990s Rocky Point’s financial situation became unstable. This, unfortunately, led the park to close in 1994. However, in 1996, Rocky Point opened its doors one last time to say farewell to its loyal patrons. Although the amusement park is gone, Rocky Point still lives on in the memories and hearts of Rhode Island residents, through movies, books, and much more!

In 2003, Rocky Point was purchased, and demolition began shortly after. 8 years later, it became a state park. When visiting, you can find the upper and lower stations for the Skyliner gondola ride, ruins of an old water tank, and an arch by the entrance. The amusement park may be gone, but its skeletons still remain. Rocky Point State Park is a great place to go on your next family walk, bike ride, or even to watch the beautiful sunrise! Relive your old memories today at Rocky Point State Park!

Visit Rocky Point State Park at 1 Rocky Point Ave Warwick, RI.

Fourth of July Fireworks in RI

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Celebrate your Fourth of July watching spectacular firework shows throughout Rhode Island! Don’t forget to stay safe, have fun, and create great memories this holiday.

7/2/2021
Block Island 4th of July Parade & Fireworks!
1 Water Street, Block Island, Rhode Island 02807
Time: 9:15pm – 9:45pm

7/3/2021
Warwick’s Annual Fireworks Display
Oakland Beach Seawall: 869 Oakland Beach Ave
Time: 5:00 PM

7/3/2021
Cumberland’s Annual Fireworks Display
Tucker Field Athletic Complex: 2600 Mendon Road
Time: 9:00 PM

7/4/2021
Bristol’s Fourth of July Celebration
Time: 10:30 AM
Bristol County, Downtown Bristol 02809

7/4/2021
Narragansett 4th of July Family Beach Day & Fireworks!
Narragansett Town Beach: 39 Boston Neck Road
Time: 5:00 PM

7/4/2021
4th of July Fireworks Cruise in North Kingstown!
Quonset Point: 1347 Roger Williams Way
Time: 7:00 PM

RI Beaches Are Reopening!

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It is time to soak up the sun and head down to the beach! All Rhode Island state beaches will be reopening with no capacity limits beginning Memorial Day weekend. Mask will still be required at the concession stands, restrooms, and other crowded areas.

Enjoy your summer at the Ocean State’s beautiful beaches:

Charlestown Breachway
812-774 Charlestown Beach Rd, Charlestown, RI 02813

East Beach
494-534 E Beach Rd, Charlestown, RI 02813

East Matunuck State Beach
950 Succotash Road, South Kingstown, RI 02881

Misquamicut State Beach
257 Atlantic Avenue, Westerly, RI 02891

Roger W. Wheeler State Beach
100 Sand Hill Cove Road, Narragansett, Rhode Island 02882

Salty Brine State Beach
254 Great Island Road, Narragansett, Rhode Island 02882

Scarborough State Beaches
970 Ocean Road, Narragansett, Rhode Island 02882