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Pawtucket Indoor Market

Sales ~ Farmers' Markets ~ Plant Sales & Exchanges Meeting Place: Pawtucket. Categories: Farming. Food. Intended Audience: Adults. College/University. Families. General. Visitors/Tourists. Calendar By: https://www.provgardener.com. Wednesday, March 29, 2023, 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM. 1005 Main St. Pawtucket, RI, 02860. For more info visit pawtucketfarmersmarket.com.

ECRI Legislative Coffee Hour - in Person

Public Meetings ~ Hearings -- Rallies/Protests ~ Surveys In-person coffee hour for RI Legislators and activists, to discuss pending and emerging legislation and policy issues. Meeting Place: Providence. Categories: Comprehensive. Climate. Water. Waste. Conservation/Restoration. Ecology/Habitat. Economy. Governance. Health/Safety. Natural Resources. Public Works/Infrastructure. Planning & Development. Social Justice. Transportation. Sustainability. Organized by: Environment Council of Rhode Island, Policy Committee. Organizer Homepage: www.environmentcouncilri.org. Contact: Peter Trafton or James Crowley. Contact email: peter_trafton@brown.edu. Intended Audience: Adults. General. Government Officials. Cost: free. Certification and Licensing: No. Volunteer Opportunity: No. Calendar By: https://www.provgardener.com. Wednesday, March 29, 2023, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM. Rhode Island State Library 2nd Floor, State House 82 Smith St Providence, RI.

Nature Mandala Series: Nautilus Wisdom

Class ~ Course ~ Demo ~ Lecture ~ Seminars ~ Training ~ Workshop As this ancient sea creature grows, it creates and moves int- larger chambers within its shell while continuing to use the old compartments to navigate the ocean depths. In this workshop, we will consider the different stages of our lives and see how we might use our past to help navigate the present and future. If you have ever felt you have lived many different lives, this workshop may be for you! Local artist Beth Adoette is coming to Blithewold to share her unique practice of partnering with nature in a monthly workshop series. This workshop offers people the opportunity to unplug and be in the moment while exploring beautiful nature objects. Please note that mandalas are ephemeral and will not be taken home. Photographs of completed work are encouraged. Class size is limited to 10. Meeting Place: Bristol. Categories: Recreation/Exploration. History/Natural History. Organized by: Blithewold Mansion, Gardens and Arboretum. Organizer Homepage: www.Blithewold.org. Contact: Jillian Cleveland. Contact email: JCleveland@blithewold.org. Intended Audience: Adults. General. Cost: $35 Members | $40 Non-Members. Calendar By: https://www.provgardener.com. Wednesday, March 29, 2023, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM. Blithewold Mansion, Gardens and Arboretum 101 Ferry Road Bristol, Rhode Island 02809. For more info visit www.blithewold.org.

First Spring Tree Walk: Old Beach Road Neighborhood

Outdoors ~ Walks ~ Hikes ~ Paddles ~ Cruises ~ (also see Tours) SOLD OUT (but register for Wait List.) The long awaited first tree walk of the year is here! Join us for a peaceful and enlightening neighborhood walk on Old Beach Road and adjacent streets. Signs of spring will be in abundance, and we’ll be searching for overlooked points of interest. Early flowers, interesting bark, broadleaf evergreens, and noble specimens are in store. We will also touch upon spring ephemerals. Please dress appropriately for the weather. Meeting Place: Newport. Categories: Recreation/Exploration. Forests and Trees. Organized by: Newport Tree Conservancy. Organizer Homepage: www.newporttreeconservancy.org. Contact: Rachel Holbert. Contact email: trees@newporttreeconservancy.org. Intended Audience: General. Adults. Visitors/Tourists. Cost: Free. Calendar By: https://www.provgardener.com. Thursday, March 30, 2023, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM. Newport, RI. For more info visit www.newporttreeconservancy.org.

Nature Drawing

Class ~ Course ~ Demo ~ Lecture ~ Seminars ~ Training ~ Workshop The Nature Drawing Class is an opportunity to look at Blithewold’s gardens for inspiration to draw. Working from pictures and found natural objects, the class will focus on how to render color, texture, and design in flora and landscape. Each week a different topic will be covered and lessons in various drawing tools and techniques will be covered. The main medium will be colored pencils. Students may bring their own art pencils but drawing pencils and paper will be provided. Beginning, intermediate and advanced students are encouraged to attend. Materials will be provided. Preregistration is required. Each class is limited to 15 people. February 09 - Monochromatic Pencil Drawings February 16 – Rock Walls at Blithewold February 23 – How to Dissolve Colored Pencils: Wet & Dry March 2 – Plants in Pots March 9 – Small Acrylic and Pencil Studies March 16 – Glass and Metal Objects March 23 – Trees in Fine Point Pen and Charcoal Pencil March 30 – Watercolor Pencils and Chalk Background. Meeting Place: Bristol. Categories: Recreation/Exploration. Nature ~ Outdoors. Organized by: Blithewold Mansion, Gardens and Arboretum 101 Ferry Road Bristol, Rhode Island 02809. Organizer Homepage: https://www.blithewold.org/. Contact: Jillian Cleveland. Contact email: JCleveland@blithewold.org. Intended Audience: General. Adults. Cost: $30Members | $40 Non-Members. Calendar By: https://www.provgardener.com. Thursday, March 30, 2023, 10:00 PM – Friday, March 31, 2023, 12:00 AM. Blithewold Mansion, Gardens and Arboretum 101 Ferry Road Bristol, Rhode Island 02809. For more info visit www.blithewold.org.

Breakfast of Champions - David R. Gerraughty Award nomination deadline

Deadlines ~ Applications & Registrations Clean Water Action is now accepting nominations for the prestigious David R. Gerraughty Award, named in honor of the long-time Clean Water Action program organizer and canvasser who chose protecting the environment and safeguarding public health as his "second career". This award is given each year to one member of the environmental community who has made significant, long-term contributions to environmental and public health protections in Rhode Island over the course of their life and/or career. Award nominees should be individuals who have an accomplished record of promoting environmental and public health in Rhode Island, serve as a positive role model for the environmental community, work to improve the position of environmental advocates in the state through advocacy and education, and exhibit excellent qualities of leadership. Nominees whose contributions may otherwise go unrecognized are particularly welcome. Individuals may only be nominated by their peers and colleagues (self-nominations will not… Meeting Place: Online. Categories: Water. Conservation/Restoration. Organized by: Clean Water Action. Organizer Homepage: https://cleanwater.org/states/rhode-island. Contact: Jed Thorp. Contact email: jthorp@cleanwater.org. Intended Audience: Adults. Families. General. Government Officials. Professional. Certification and Licensing: No. Volunteer Opportunity: No. Calendar By: https://www.provgardener.com. Friday, March 31, 2023. For more info visit cleanwater.salsalabs.org.

Carolina Spring Swamp Stomp

Outdoors ~ Walks ~ Hikes ~ Paddles ~ Cruises ~ (also see Tours) Spring has sprung and amphibians are on the move! Join us for an evening walk listening and looking for wood frogs, spring peepers, toads, and salamanders! As we search for these slimy creatures, you’ll learn about various RIDEM Division of Fish and Wildlife conservation projects aimed at helping our state’s amphibians, as well as ways you can get involved to help right in your own backyard. Please note, participants will not be entering any wetlands, and will be staying on the trail together as a group. This program is FREE to attend, but registration is required. Age group: Adults and families with children ages 8+. Meeting Place: Richmond. Categories: Recreation/Exploration. Forests and Trees. Ecology/Habitat. Critters. Organized by: RI Dept. of Environmental Management, Division of Fish & Wildlife. Organizer Homepage: https://dem.ri.gov/natural-resources-bureau/fish-wildlife. Contact: Mary Gannon. Contact email: mary.gannon@dem.ri.gov. Intended Audience: Adults. Children. Families. Teachers. Teens. Cost: FREE. Certification and Licensing: No. Volunteer Opportunity: No. Calendar By: https://www.provgardener.com. Friday, March 31, 2023, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM. Carolina Management Area, Richmond, RI. For more info visit forms.gle.

Farmers Market

Sales ~ Farmers' Markets ~ Plant Sales & Exchanges Weekly winter farmers market in the heart of downtown Newport. Free parking can be found a block away at the Mary Street Parking Lot. Meeting Place: Newport. Categories: Food. Organized by: Aquidneck Community Table. Organizer Homepage: https://aquidneckcommunitytable.org/. Contact: Kelsey Fitzgibbons. Contact email: market@aquidneckcommunitytable.org. Intended Audience: Adults. Families. Farmers. General. Landowners. Visitors/Tourists. Cost: FREE. Calendar By: https://www.provgardener.com. Saturday, April 1, 2023, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM. Stoneacre Garden, 151 Swinburne Row, Newport, RI.

Mount Hope Farmer's Market

Sales ~ Farmers' Markets ~ Plant Sales & Exchanges Visit our Farmers Market Year Round Saturdays 9:00 AM - 12:30 PM We encourage you to preorder when possible, a list of vendors and their ordering information is below as well as safety guidelines. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to stay up to date on vendor schedules and updates. Meeting Place: Bristol. Categories: Farming. Food. Organized by: Mount Hope Farm. Organizer Homepage: http://www.mounthopefarm.org/community-programs/farmers-market. Contact email: farmersmarket@mounthopefarm.org. Intended Audience: Adults. Families. Farmers. General. Professional. Calendar By: https://www.provgardener.com. Saturday, April 1, 2023, 9:00 AM – 12:30 PM. Mount Hope Farm, 250 Metacom Ave, Bristol, RI. For more info visit www.mounthopefarm.org.

Sims Farmers' Market

Sales ~ Farmers' Markets ~ Plant Sales & Exchanges The Farm Fresh farmers market that once was in Hope Artiste Village is in a new facility in the Valley neighborhood of Providence. You'll enjoy a large selection of local farm and food vendors in a custom-built facility designed for hosting year-round markets. Our new building has a premium ventilation system, wide hallways that ensure COVID-19 distancing, and convenient parking, no hills. Meeting Place: Providence. Categories: Farming. Food. Organized by: Farm Fresh RI. Organizer Homepage: http://www.hopestreetmarket.com/. Contact: Market Manager: Rui David. Contact email: hopestreetmarket@gmail.com. Intended Audience: General. Calendar By: https://www.provgardener.com. More Info: Click link at bottom of this listing for much more info about farmers, special events, etc. Saturday, April 1, 2023, 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM. 10 Sims Avenue, Providence, RI. For more info visit www.farmfreshri.org.

South Kingstown Farmers' Market

Sales ~ Farmers' Markets ~ Plant Sales & Exchanges Established in 1982, the South Kingstown Farmers Market is the longest running farmers market in Rhode Island.   You'll find all kinds of sustainable farming represented at the SKFM.... read more. Meeting Place: South Kingstown. Categories: Farming. Food. Organized by: South Kingstown Farmers Market Association. Organizer Homepage: https://www.southkingstownfarmersmarket.org/. Intended Audience: Adults. General. Calendar By: https://www.provgardener.com. Saturday, April 1, 2023, 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM. Independence Square, 25 W Independence Way, Kingston, RI 02881. For more info visit www.facebook.com.

Wolf Hill Spring Swamp Stomp

Outdoors ~ Walks ~ Hikes ~ Paddles ~ Cruises ~ (also see Tours) Spring has sprung and amphibians are on the move! Join us for an evening walk listening and looking for wood frogs, spring peepers, toads, and salamanders! As we search for these slimy creatures, you’ll learn about various RIDEM Division of Fish and Wildlife conservation projects aimed at helping our state’s amphibians, as well as ways you can get involved to help right in your own backyard. Please note, participants will not be entering any wetlands, and will be staying on the trail together as a group. This program is FREE to attend, but registration is required. Age group: Adults and families with children ages 8+ Special thanks to the Smithfield Land Trust for partnering with us on this program! Meeting Place: Smithfield. Categories: Forests and Trees. Ecology/Habitat. Critters. Recreation/Exploration. Organized by: RI Dept. of Environmental Management, Division of Fish & Wildlife. Organizer Homepage: https://dem.ri.gov/natural-resources-bureau/fish-wildlife. Contact: Mary Gannon. Contact email: mary.gannon@dem.ri.gov. Intended Audience: Adults. Children. Families. Teachers. Teens. Cost: FREE. Certification and Licensing: No. Volunteer Opportunity: No. Calendar By: https://www.provgardener.com. Saturday, April 1, 2023, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM. Wolf Hill Forest Preserve, Smithfield, RI. For more info visit forms.gle.

Tiverton Farmers Market

Sales ~ Farmers' Markets ~ Plant Sales & Exchanges Meeting Place: Tiverton. Categories: Food. Farming. Organizer Homepage: https://www.tivertonfarmersmarket.com/. Intended Audience: General. Adults. Calendar By: https://www.provgardener.com. Info: As of May 1st, the markets hours have changed to 10am- 1:30pm at the Tiverton Middle School Gymnasium for the Summer Season at 10 Quintal Drive, Tiverton, RI 02878. Sunday, April 2, 2023, 10:00 AM – 1:30 PM. Tiverton Middle School Gymnasium, 10 Quintal Drive, Tiverton, RI.

Environment Council of RI Monthly Meeting

Meetings/Dinners/Awards ~ Annual/Month/Weekly ECRI meets monthly, except in July and August, usually on the first Monday, at 5:00pm. Meeting Place: Online. Categories: Conservation/Restoration. Governance. Comprehensive. Organized by: Environment Council of RI. Organizer Homepage: https://www.environmentcouncilri.org/. Intended Audience: General. Adults. Professional. College/University. Businesses. Government Officials. Calendar By: https://www.provgardener.com. Monday, April 3, 2023, 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM.

Pawtucket Indoor Market

Sales ~ Farmers' Markets ~ Plant Sales & Exchanges Meeting Place: Pawtucket. Categories: Farming. Food. Intended Audience: Adults. College/University. Families. General. Visitors/Tourists. Calendar By: https://www.provgardener.com. Wednesday, April 5, 2023, 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM. 1005 Main St. Pawtucket, RI, 02860. For more info visit pawtucketfarmersmarket.com.

Natural Dyes for Easter Eggs

Class ~ Course ~ Demo ~ Lecture ~ Seminars ~ Training ~ Workshop Join in the fun on the Breakfast Porch as we create beautifully decorated eggs just in time for Easter! Make natural dyes and create designs using several techniques. A fun (and delicious) home science project! Enjoy family fun and custom-decorated eggs to take home. Ages 8 and older. Must be accompanied by an adult. Class limited to 16. Pre-registration is required. Price is for one child (age 8+) with one adult. You can add up to one additional child (age 8+). $30 Members | $35 Nonmembers $5 Additional member child | $8 Additional nonmember child. Meeting Place: Bristol. Categories: Recreation/Exploration. Organized by: Blithewold Mansion, Gardens and Arboretum 101 Ferry Road Bristol, Rhode Island 02809. Organizer Homepage: www.Blithewold.org. Contact: Jillian Cleveland. Contact email: JCleveland@blithewold.org. Intended Audience: General. Families. Children. Calendar By: https://www.provgardener.com. Wednesday, April 5, 2023, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM. Blithewold Mansion, Gardens and Arboretum 101 Ferry Road Bristol, Rhode Island 02809. For more info visit www.blithewold.org.

Nature Drawing at Blithewold

Class ~ Course ~ Demo ~ Lecture ~ Seminars ~ Training ~ Workshop The Nature Drawing Class is an opportunity to look to Blithewold’s gardens for inspiration. Working from pictures and natural objects, the class will focus on rendering color, texture, and design in flora and landscape. Different topics, tools, and techniques are covered each week. The primary medium will be colored pencils. Beginning, intermediate, and advanced students are encouraged to attend. Materials will be included. Preregistration is required. Each class is limited to 15 people. Individual Class: $30 Member | $40 Nonmember For the multiclass discount, contact jcleveland@blithewold.org, after signing up. 3-Class Pass: $80 Member | $110 Nonmember 5-Class Pass: $135 Member | $185 Nonmember Classes from which to select include: April 6 – Drawing Daffodils in Colored Pencil and Chalk April 20 – Background Choice for Flowers and Landscape April 27 – Colored Pencil for Tulips and Iris May 4 – Colored Chalk Pencils in Landscape May 11 – Form and Shadow in Trees May 18 – Composition, Scale and Negative S… Meeting Place: Bristol. Categories: Recreation/Exploration. Gardens. Organized by: Blithewold Mansion, Gardens and Arboretum. Organizer Homepage: www.Blithewold.org. Contact: Jillian Cleveland. Contact email: JCleveland@blithewold.org. Intended Audience: General. Adults. Cost: Individual Class: $30 Member | $40 Nonmember For the multiclass discount, contact jcleveland@blithewold.org. Calendar By: https://www.provgardener.com. Thursday, April 6, 2023, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM. Blithewold Mansion, Gardens and Arboretum 101 Ferry Road Bristol, Rhode Island 02809. For more info visit www.blithewold.org.

Mini Land and Water Conservation Summit

Conference ~ Convention ~ Forum ~ Symposium This year, we are combining our forces with URI Cooperative Extension and the Master Gardeners to bring you a half-day Mini Summit at URI. The Mini-Summit will feature everything that you know and love about our traditional event- a keynote, panel discussion, networking and more. Please stay tuned for some big announcements as we head into January! Meeting Place: South Kingstown. Categories: Conservation/Restoration. Land. Water. Intended Audience: General. Adults. Government Officials. Businesses. Professional. Calendar By: https://www.provgardener.com. Saturday, April 8, 2023. URI Center for Biotechnology & Life Science, 120 Flagg Rd, Kingston, RI.

Farmers Market

Sales ~ Farmers' Markets ~ Plant Sales & Exchanges Weekly winter farmers market in the heart of downtown Newport. Free parking can be found a block away at the Mary Street Parking Lot. Meeting Place: Newport. Categories: Food. Organized by: Aquidneck Community Table. Organizer Homepage: https://aquidneckcommunitytable.org/. Contact: Kelsey Fitzgibbons. Contact email: market@aquidneckcommunitytable.org. Intended Audience: Adults. Families. Farmers. General. Landowners. Visitors/Tourists. Cost: FREE. Calendar By: https://www.provgardener.com. Saturday, April 8, 2023, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM. Stoneacre Garden, 151 Swinburne Row, Newport, RI.

Mount Hope Farmer's Market

Sales ~ Farmers' Markets ~ Plant Sales & Exchanges Visit our Farmers Market Year Round Saturdays 9:00 AM - 12:30 PM We encourage you to preorder when possible, a list of vendors and their ordering information is below as well as safety guidelines. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to stay up to date on vendor schedules and updates. Meeting Place: Bristol. Categories: Farming. Food. Organized by: Mount Hope Farm. Organizer Homepage: http://www.mounthopefarm.org/community-programs/farmers-market. Contact email: farmersmarket@mounthopefarm.org. Intended Audience: Adults. Families. Farmers. General. Professional. Calendar By: https://www.provgardener.com. Saturday, April 8, 2023, 9:00 AM – 12:30 PM. Mount Hope Farm, 250 Metacom Ave, Bristol, RI. For more info visit www.mounthopefarm.org.

Sims Farmers' Market

Sales ~ Farmers' Markets ~ Plant Sales & Exchanges The Farm Fresh farmers market that once was in Hope Artiste Village is in a new facility in the Valley neighborhood of Providence. You'll enjoy a large selection of local farm and food vendors in a custom-built facility designed for hosting year-round markets. Our new building has a premium ventilation system, wide hallways that ensure COVID-19 distancing, and convenient parking, no hills. Meeting Place: Providence. Categories: Farming. Food. Organized by: Farm Fresh RI. Organizer Homepage: http://www.hopestreetmarket.com/. Contact: Market Manager: Rui David. Contact email: hopestreetmarket@gmail.com. Intended Audience: General. Calendar By: https://www.provgardener.com. More Info: Click link at bottom of this listing for much more info about farmers, special events, etc. Saturday, April 8, 2023, 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM. 10 Sims Avenue, Providence, RI. For more info visit www.farmfreshri.org.

South Kingstown Farmers' Market

Sales ~ Farmers' Markets ~ Plant Sales & Exchanges Established in 1982, the South Kingstown Farmers Market is the longest running farmers market in Rhode Island.   You'll find all kinds of sustainable farming represented at the SKFM.... read more. Meeting Place: South Kingstown. Categories: Farming. Food. Organized by: South Kingstown Farmers Market Association. Organizer Homepage: https://www.southkingstownfarmersmarket.org/. Intended Audience: Adults. General. Calendar By: https://www.provgardener.com. Saturday, April 8, 2023, 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM. Independence Square, 25 W Independence Way, Kingston, RI 02881. For more info visit www.facebook.com.

Tiverton Farmers Market

Sales ~ Farmers' Markets ~ Plant Sales & Exchanges Meeting Place: Tiverton. Categories: Food. Farming. Organizer Homepage: https://www.tivertonfarmersmarket.com/. Intended Audience: General. Adults. Calendar By: https://www.provgardener.com. Info: As of May 1st, the markets hours have changed to 10am- 1:30pm at the Tiverton Middle School Gymnasium for the Summer Season at 10 Quintal Drive, Tiverton, RI 02878. Sunday, April 9, 2023, 10:00 AM – 1:30 PM. Tiverton Middle School Gymnasium, 10 Quintal Drive, Tiverton, RI.

Community Learning Event About Residential Stormwater Solutions

Class ~ Course ~ Demo ~ Lecture ~ Seminars ~ Training ~ Workshop Join us to learn about residential stormwater runoff best management practices! We will be covering topics such as rain barrels, permeable pavers, and bioretention basins - and how you can use them at home to help keep our watershed clean. Meeting Place: Bristol. Categories: Water. Weather. Public Works/Infrastructure. Organized by: Eastern RI Conservation District. Organizer Homepage: www.easternriconservation.org. Contact: Sara Churgin. Contact email: schurgin.ericd@gmail.com. Intended Audience: Families. General. Homeowners. Adults. Cost: Free. Certification and Licensing: No. Volunteer Opportunity: No. Calendar By: https://www.provgardener.com. Tuesday, April 11, 2023, 6:30 AM – 7:30 AM. Rogers Free Library - Frances E. Kegley Conference Room 525 Hope Street, Bristol, RI, 02809. For more info visit www.easternriconservation.org.

Toad Abodes!

Class ~ Course ~ Demo ~ Lecture ~ Seminars ~ Training ~ Workshop Join us as we create beautiful homes for toads in the garden. Toads are welcome guests that eat loads of insects and slugs that munch on our favorite plants. Using new and repurposed materials, we will provide snazzy new digs for these amazing creatures and learn about them too! Materials are included. Class size is limited to 12. Children ages 6 to 12 must be accompanied by an adult. Meeting Place: Bristol. Categories: Critters. Ecology/Habitat. Organized by: Blithewold Mansion, Gardens and Arboretum. Organizer Homepage: https://www.blithewold.org/. Contact: Jillian Cleveland. Contact email: JCleveland@blithewold.org. Intended Audience: General. Children. Families. Cost: $12 Member child/adult pair | $18 Nonmember child/adult pair. Calendar By: https://www.provgardener.com. Tuesday, April 11, 2023, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM. Blithewold Mansion, Gardens and Arboretum 101 Ferry Road Bristol, Rhode Island 02809. For more info visit www.blithewold.org.

Sky Dance Night

Outdoors ~ Walks ~ Hikes ~ Paddles ~ Cruises ~ (also see Tours) Kick back, relax, and join RIDEM Division of Fish and Wildlife to witness one of spring's most exciting events, the sunset "sky dance" of the American woodcock! While waiting for these quirky birds to begin their theatrical performance, you’ll learn about our collaborative research efforts with URI graduate students and young forest habitat conservation work. This event is free to attend, but registration is required. Age group: Adults. Meeting Place: Exeter. Categories: Critters. Ecology/Habitat. Organized by: RI Dept. of Environmental Management, Division of Fish & Wildlife. Organizer Homepage: https://dem.ri.gov/natural-resources-bureau/fish-wildlife. Contact: Mary Gannon. Contact email: mary.gannon@dem.ri.gov. Intended Audience: Adults. Cost: FREE. Certification and Licensing: No. Volunteer Opportunity: No. Calendar By: https://www.provgardener.com. Tuesday, April 11, 2023, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM. Arcadia Management Area, 260 Arcadia Rd, Hope Valley, RI. For more info visit forms.gle.

Pawtucket Indoor Market

Sales ~ Farmers' Markets ~ Plant Sales & Exchanges Meeting Place: Pawtucket. Categories: Farming. Food. Intended Audience: Adults. College/University. Families. General. Visitors/Tourists. Calendar By: https://www.provgardener.com. Wednesday, April 12, 2023, 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM. 1005 Main St. Pawtucket, RI, 02860. For more info visit pawtucketfarmersmarket.com.

Recycle Right

Class ~ Course ~ Demo ~ Lecture ~ Seminars ~ Training ~ Workshop You recycle, right? But do you recycle right? If you’ve ever found yourself squinting to look for a recycling symbol on a product, arguing with your friend or spouse over a pizza box, or wondering what actually happens to your recycling when it leaves the curb, you’ll have these questions and more answered during Recycling Right in Rhode Island… and Going Beyond the Bin! Meeting Place: Online. Categories: Waste. Organized by: Rhode Island Resource Recovery Corporation. Organizer Homepage: http://www.rirrc.org/. Contact: Madison Burke. Contact email: mburke@rirrc.org. Intended Audience: General. Cost: Free. Certification and Licensing: No. Volunteer Opportunity: No. Calendar By: https://www.provgardener.com. Wednesday, April 12, 2023, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM. For more info visit attendee.gotowebinar.com.

The Regional Conservation Partnership Program (RCPP) for agricultural land - application due

Deadlines ~ Applications & Registrations The Regional Conservation Partnership Program (RCPP) is a partner-driven approach to conservation that funds solutions to natural resource challenges on agricultural land.  By leveraging collective resources and collaborating on common goals, RCPP demonstrates the power of public-private partnerships in delivering results for agriculture and conservation. RCPP projects fall under two different categories: RCPP Classic and RCPP Grants. RCPP Classic projects are implemented using NRCS contracts and easements with producers, landowners and communities, in collaboration with project partners. Through RCPP Grants, the lead partner must work directly with agricultural producers to support the development of new conservation structures and approaches that would not otherwise be available under RCPP Classic. More information. Meeting Place: -N/A. Categories: Conservation/Restoration. Farming. Land. Geology/Soils. Organized by: RI Natural Resources Conservation Service. Organizer Homepage: https://www.nrcs.usda.gov/conservation-basics/conservation-by-state/rhode-island. Intended Audience: Farmers. Landowners. Calendar By: https://www.provgardener.com. Friday, April 14, 2023. For more info visit www.nrcs.usda.gov.

Farmers Market

Sales ~ Farmers' Markets ~ Plant Sales & Exchanges Weekly winter farmers market in the heart of downtown Newport. Free parking can be found a block away at the Mary Street Parking Lot. Meeting Place: Newport. Categories: Food. Organized by: Aquidneck Community Table. Organizer Homepage: https://aquidneckcommunitytable.org/. Contact: Kelsey Fitzgibbons. Contact email: market@aquidneckcommunitytable.org. Intended Audience: Adults. Families. Farmers. General. Landowners. Visitors/Tourists. Cost: FREE. Calendar By: https://www.provgardener.com. Saturday, April 15, 2023, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM. Stoneacre Garden, 151 Swinburne Row, Newport, RI.

Mount Hope Farmer's Market

Sales ~ Farmers' Markets ~ Plant Sales & Exchanges Visit our Farmers Market Year Round Saturdays 9:00 AM - 12:30 PM We encourage you to preorder when possible, a list of vendors and their ordering information is below as well as safety guidelines. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to stay up to date on vendor schedules and updates. Meeting Place: Bristol. Categories: Farming. Food. Organized by: Mount Hope Farm. Organizer Homepage: http://www.mounthopefarm.org/community-programs/farmers-market. Contact email: farmersmarket@mounthopefarm.org. Intended Audience: Adults. Families. Farmers. General. Professional. Calendar By: https://www.provgardener.com. Saturday, April 15, 2023, 9:00 AM – 12:30 PM. Mount Hope Farm, 250 Metacom Ave, Bristol, RI. For more info visit www.mounthopefarm.org.

Sims Farmers' Market

Sales ~ Farmers' Markets ~ Plant Sales & Exchanges The Farm Fresh farmers market that once was in Hope Artiste Village is in a new facility in the Valley neighborhood of Providence. You'll enjoy a large selection of local farm and food vendors in a custom-built facility designed for hosting year-round markets. Our new building has a premium ventilation system, wide hallways that ensure COVID-19 distancing, and convenient parking, no hills. Meeting Place: Providence. Categories: Farming. Food. Organized by: Farm Fresh RI. Organizer Homepage: http://www.hopestreetmarket.com/. Contact: Market Manager: Rui David. Contact email: hopestreetmarket@gmail.com. Intended Audience: General. Calendar By: https://www.provgardener.com. More Info: Click link at bottom of this listing for much more info about farmers, special events, etc. Saturday, April 15, 2023, 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM. 10 Sims Avenue, Providence, RI. For more info visit www.farmfreshri.org.

South Kingstown Farmers' Market

Sales ~ Farmers' Markets ~ Plant Sales & Exchanges Established in 1982, the South Kingstown Farmers Market is the longest running farmers market in Rhode Island.   You'll find all kinds of sustainable farming represented at the SKFM.... read more. Meeting Place: South Kingstown. Categories: Farming. Food. Organized by: South Kingstown Farmers Market Association. Organizer Homepage: https://www.southkingstownfarmersmarket.org/. Intended Audience: Adults. General. Calendar By: https://www.provgardener.com. Saturday, April 15, 2023, 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM. Independence Square, 25 W Independence Way, Kingston, RI 02881. For more info visit www.facebook.com.

Tiverton Farmers Market

Sales ~ Farmers' Markets ~ Plant Sales & Exchanges Meeting Place: Tiverton. Categories: Food. Farming. Organizer Homepage: https://www.tivertonfarmersmarket.com/. Intended Audience: General. Adults. Calendar By: https://www.provgardener.com. Info: As of May 1st, the markets hours have changed to 10am- 1:30pm at the Tiverton Middle School Gymnasium for the Summer Season at 10 Quintal Drive, Tiverton, RI 02878. Sunday, April 16, 2023, 10:00 AM – 1:30 PM. Tiverton Middle School Gymnasium, 10 Quintal Drive, Tiverton, RI.

Toad Abodes!

Class ~ Course ~ Demo ~ Lecture ~ Seminars ~ Training ~ Workshop Join us as we create beautiful homes for toads in the garden. Toads are welcome guests that eat loads of insects and slugs that munch on our favorite plants. Using new and repurposed materials, we will provide snazzy new digs for these amazing creatures and learn about them too! Materials are included. Class size is limited to 12. Children ages 6 to 12 must be accompanied by an adult. Meeting Place: Bristol. Categories: Critters. Ecology/Habitat. Organized by: Blithewold Mansion, Gardens and Arboretum. Organizer Homepage: https://www.blithewold.org/. Contact: Jillian Cleveland. Contact email: JCleveland@blithewold.org. Intended Audience: General. Children. Families. Cost: $12 Member child/adult pair | $18 Nonmember child/adult pair. Calendar By: https://www.provgardener.com. Tuesday, April 18, 2023, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM. Blithewold Mansion, Gardens and Arboretum 101 Ferry Road Bristol, Rhode Island 02809. For more info visit www.blithewold.org.

Pawtucket Indoor Market

Sales ~ Farmers' Markets ~ Plant Sales & Exchanges Meeting Place: Pawtucket. Categories: Farming. Food. Intended Audience: Adults. College/University. Families. General. Visitors/Tourists. Calendar By: https://www.provgardener.com. Wednesday, April 19, 2023, 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM. 1005 Main St. Pawtucket, RI, 02860. For more info visit pawtucketfarmersmarket.com.

Meet Your Maker Market

Sales ~ Farmers' Markets ~ Plant Sales & Exchanges Meeting Place: Warren. Categories: Food. Recreation/Exploration. Economy. Organized by: Hope & Main. Organizer Homepage: http://www.makefoodyourbusiness.org/. Contact: Hope & Main. Contact email: market@makefoodyourbusiness.org. Intended Audience: Adults. Businesses. College/University. Families. Farmers. General. Visitors/Tourists. Cost: Free. Calendar By: https://www.provgardener.com. Wednesday, April 19, 2023, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM. Hope & Main 691 Main Street Warren, RI 02855. For more info visit makefoodyourbusiness.org.

Nature Drawing at Blithewold

Class ~ Course ~ Demo ~ Lecture ~ Seminars ~ Training ~ Workshop The Nature Drawing Class is an opportunity to look to Blithewold’s gardens for inspiration. Working from pictures and natural objects, the class will focus on rendering color, texture, and design in flora and landscape. Different topics, tools, and techniques are covered each week. The primary medium will be colored pencils. Beginning, intermediate, and advanced students are encouraged to attend. Materials will be included. Preregistration is required. Each class is limited to 15 people. Individual Class: $30 Member | $40 Nonmember For the multiclass discount, contact jcleveland@blithewold.org, after signing up. 3-Class Pass: $80 Member | $110 Nonmember 5-Class Pass: $135 Member | $185 Nonmember Classes from which to select include: April 6 – Drawing Daffodils in Colored Pencil and Chalk April 20 – Background Choice for Flowers and Landscape April 27 – Colored Pencil for Tulips and Iris May 4 – Colored Chalk Pencils in Landscape May 11 – Form and Shadow in Trees May 18 – Composition, Scale and Negative S… Meeting Place: Bristol. Categories: Recreation/Exploration. Gardens. Organized by: Blithewold Mansion, Gardens and Arboretum. Organizer Homepage: www.Blithewold.org. Contact: Jillian Cleveland. Contact email: JCleveland@blithewold.org. Intended Audience: General. Adults. Cost: Individual Class: $30 Member | $40 Nonmember For the multiclass discount, contact jcleveland@blithewold.org. Calendar By: https://www.provgardener.com. Thursday, April 20, 2023, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM. Blithewold Mansion, Gardens and Arboretum 101 Ferry Road Bristol, Rhode Island 02809. For more info visit www.blithewold.org.

Applications due from Scituate Reservoir Watershed Farmers for the RI Farm Conservation Implementation Project

Deadlines ~ Applications & Registrations Applications from Scituate Reservoir Watershed Farmers for the Rhode Island Farm Conservation Implementation Project Apply by April 21st to be considered for this year’s funding NRCS encourages Rhode Island farmers and forestland owners in the Scituate Reservoir Watershed to sign up for conservation assistance under the Rhode Island Farm Conservation Implementation Partnership Project through the Regional Conservation Partnership Program (RCPP). RCPP is a voluntary program that provides financial and technical assistance to farmers and forestland owners to address natural resource concerns through an array of conservation practices. This RCPP is focused on smaller farms located within the Scituate Reservoir Watershed. To qualify for the financial assistance offered through this program, applicants will need a completed comprehensive nutrient management plan (CNMP) in addition to a Farm Conservation Plan through the RI DEM Farm, Forest & Open Space Program. Applications may be submitted at any time during… Meeting Place: -N/A. Categories: Farming. Conservation/Restoration. Water. Natural Resources. Organized by: Natural Resources Conservation Service. Organizer Homepage: https://www.nrcs.usda.gov/conservation-basics/conservation-by-state/rhode-island. Intended Audience: General. Adults. Farmers. Landowners. Calendar By: https://www.provgardener.com. Friday, April 21, 2023.

RI Statewide Natural Systems Demonstration Project Funding Application Cutoff for FY2023

Deadlines ~ Applications & Registrations Apply by April 21, 2023 to be eligible for this year’s funding NRCS encourages farmers and forestland owners to sign up for conservation assistance as part of the Rhode Island Statewide Natural Systems Demonstration Project through the Regional Conservation Partnership Program (RCPP). RCPP is a voluntary program that provides financial and technical assistance to farmers and forestland owners to address natural resource concerns through an array of conservation practices. This demonstration project will have three focus areas: Eastern Rhode Island (Bristol and Newport counties) – Funding will be used to implement a suite of natural system-based approaches including floodplain restoration and riparian buffer restoration to reduce erosion, sediment transport and nutrient loading into surface waters. , Northern Rhode Island (Providence County) – Funding will be used to implement a suite of natural systems-based approaches including green infrastructure improvements, riparian buffers, and stream corridor… Meeting Place: -N/A. Categories: Ecology/Habitat. Conservation/Restoration. Forests and Trees. Farming. Natural Resources. Water. Public Works/Infrastructure. Organized by: Natural Resources Conservation Service. Organizer Homepage: https://www.nrcs.usda.gov/conservation-basics/conservation-by-state/rhode-island. Intended Audience: General. Adults. Landowners. Farmers. Calendar By: https://www.provgardener.com. Friday, April 21, 2023.

Farmers Market

Sales ~ Farmers' Markets ~ Plant Sales & Exchanges Weekly winter farmers market in the heart of downtown Newport. Free parking can be found a block away at the Mary Street Parking Lot. Meeting Place: Newport. Categories: Food. Organized by: Aquidneck Community Table. Organizer Homepage: https://aquidneckcommunitytable.org/. Contact: Kelsey Fitzgibbons. Contact email: market@aquidneckcommunitytable.org. Intended Audience: Adults. Families. Farmers. General. Landowners. Visitors/Tourists. Cost: FREE. Calendar By: https://www.provgardener.com. Saturday, April 22, 2023, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM. Stoneacre Garden, 151 Swinburne Row, Newport, RI.

Mount Hope Farmer's Market

Sales ~ Farmers' Markets ~ Plant Sales & Exchanges Visit our Farmers Market Year Round Saturdays 9:00 AM - 12:30 PM We encourage you to preorder when possible, a list of vendors and their ordering information is below as well as safety guidelines. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to stay up to date on vendor schedules and updates. Meeting Place: Bristol. Categories: Farming. Food. Organized by: Mount Hope Farm. Organizer Homepage: http://www.mounthopefarm.org/community-programs/farmers-market. Contact email: farmersmarket@mounthopefarm.org. Intended Audience: Adults. Families. Farmers. General. Professional. Calendar By: https://www.provgardener.com. Saturday, April 22, 2023, 9:00 AM – 12:30 PM. Mount Hope Farm, 250 Metacom Ave, Bristol, RI. For more info visit www.mounthopefarm.org.

Sims Farmers' Market

Sales ~ Farmers' Markets ~ Plant Sales & Exchanges The Farm Fresh farmers market that once was in Hope Artiste Village is in a new facility in the Valley neighborhood of Providence. You'll enjoy a large selection of local farm and food vendors in a custom-built facility designed for hosting year-round markets. Our new building has a premium ventilation system, wide hallways that ensure COVID-19 distancing, and convenient parking, no hills. Meeting Place: Providence. Categories: Farming. Food. Organized by: Farm Fresh RI. Organizer Homepage: http://www.hopestreetmarket.com/. Contact: Market Manager: Rui David. Contact email: hopestreetmarket@gmail.com. Intended Audience: General. Calendar By: https://www.provgardener.com. More Info: Click link at bottom of this listing for much more info about farmers, special events, etc. Saturday, April 22, 2023, 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM. 10 Sims Avenue, Providence, RI. For more info visit www.farmfreshri.org.

South Kingstown Farmers' Market

Sales ~ Farmers' Markets ~ Plant Sales & Exchanges Established in 1982, the South Kingstown Farmers Market is the longest running farmers market in Rhode Island.   You'll find all kinds of sustainable farming represented at the SKFM.... read more. Meeting Place: South Kingstown. Categories: Farming. Food. Organized by: South Kingstown Farmers Market Association. Organizer Homepage: https://www.southkingstownfarmersmarket.org/. Intended Audience: Adults. General. Calendar By: https://www.provgardener.com. Saturday, April 22, 2023, 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM. Independence Square, 25 W Independence Way, Kingston, RI 02881. For more info visit www.facebook.com.

Tiverton Farmers Market

Sales ~ Farmers' Markets ~ Plant Sales & Exchanges Meeting Place: Tiverton. Categories: Food. Farming. Organizer Homepage: https://www.tivertonfarmersmarket.com/. Intended Audience: General. Adults. Calendar By: https://www.provgardener.com. Info: As of May 1st, the markets hours have changed to 10am- 1:30pm at the Tiverton Middle School Gymnasium for the Summer Season at 10 Quintal Drive, Tiverton, RI 02878. Sunday, April 23, 2023, 10:00 AM – 1:30 PM. Tiverton Middle School Gymnasium, 10 Quintal Drive, Tiverton, RI.

Blithewold Home-School Days

Children's Activities Join us on the last Tuesday of each month from now through May for a fun (and educational) day at Blithewold Mansion, Gardens and Arboretum! In between activities there is plenty of time to enjoy a nice picnic or run out some energy on the Great Lawn! 9 am Guided tour of the Mansion – Pre-registration is required. Pre-registration is required for all events. Admission: Adult: $14, Child: $6 Blithewold Member admission is free February 28: Art Explore different styles and mediums of art just as Marjorie Van Wickle Lyon found her own beautiful style of painting that graces the halls of the second floor. Drop-In Activities: 10 – 11 am – Fiber Arts in the Education Space 12 – 1 pm – Landscape Watercolor Postcards on the North West Porch March 28: Wildlife and Ecosystems Learn about the creatures that live on the Blithewold estate and how to protect them and their homes. Drop-In Activities: 10 – 11 am – Frog Life Cycles in the Water Garden 12 – 1 pm – Ocean Levels in the Education Space April 25: Flowers… Meeting Place: Bristol. Categories: Education. Gardens. Organized by: Blithewold Mansion, Gardens and Arboretum. Organizer Homepage: https://www.blithewold.org/. Contact: 4012532707. Contact email: JCleveland@blithewold.org. Intended Audience: General. Children. Families. Cost: Non-member: Adult $14, Child $6. Calendar By: https://www.provgardener.com. Tuesday, April 25, 2023, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM. Blithewold Mansion, Gardens and Arboretum 101 Ferry Road Bristol, Rhode Island 02809. For more info visit www.blithewold.org.

Pawtucket Indoor Market

Sales ~ Farmers' Markets ~ Plant Sales & Exchanges Meeting Place: Pawtucket. Categories: Farming. Food. Intended Audience: Adults. College/University. Families. General. Visitors/Tourists. Calendar By: https://www.provgardener.com. Wednesday, April 26, 2023, 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM. 1005 Main St. Pawtucket, RI, 02860. For more info visit pawtucketfarmersmarket.com.

Nature Drawing at Blithewold

Class ~ Course ~ Demo ~ Lecture ~ Seminars ~ Training ~ Workshop The Nature Drawing Class is an opportunity to look to Blithewold’s gardens for inspiration. Working from pictures and natural objects, the class will focus on rendering color, texture, and design in flora and landscape. Different topics, tools, and techniques are covered each week. The primary medium will be colored pencils. Beginning, intermediate, and advanced students are encouraged to attend. Materials will be included. Preregistration is required. Each class is limited to 15 people. Individual Class: $30 Member | $40 Nonmember For the multiclass discount, contact jcleveland@blithewold.org, after signing up. 3-Class Pass: $80 Member | $110 Nonmember 5-Class Pass: $135 Member | $185 Nonmember Classes from which to select include: April 6 – Drawing Daffodils in Colored Pencil and Chalk April 20 – Background Choice for Flowers and Landscape April 27 – Colored Pencil for Tulips and Iris May 4 – Colored Chalk Pencils in Landscape May 11 – Form and Shadow in Trees May 18 – Composition, Scale and Negative S… Meeting Place: Bristol. Categories: Recreation/Exploration. Gardens. Organized by: Blithewold Mansion, Gardens and Arboretum. Organizer Homepage: www.Blithewold.org. Contact: Jillian Cleveland. Contact email: JCleveland@blithewold.org. Intended Audience: General. Adults. Cost: Individual Class: $30 Member | $40 Nonmember For the multiclass discount, contact jcleveland@blithewold.org. Calendar By: https://www.provgardener.com. Thursday, April 27, 2023, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM. Blithewold Mansion, Gardens and Arboretum 101 Ferry Road Bristol, Rhode Island 02809. For more info visit www.blithewold.org.

Farmers Market

Sales ~ Farmers' Markets ~ Plant Sales & Exchanges Weekly winter farmers market in the heart of downtown Newport. Free parking can be found a block away at the Mary Street Parking Lot. Meeting Place: Newport. Categories: Food. Organized by: Aquidneck Community Table. Organizer Homepage: https://aquidneckcommunitytable.org/. Contact: Kelsey Fitzgibbons. Contact email: market@aquidneckcommunitytable.org. Intended Audience: Adults. Families. Farmers. General. Landowners. Visitors/Tourists. Cost: FREE. Calendar By: https://www.provgardener.com. Saturday, April 29, 2023, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM. Stoneacre Garden, 151 Swinburne Row, Newport, RI.

Mount Hope Farmer's Market

Sales ~ Farmers' Markets ~ Plant Sales & Exchanges Visit our Farmers Market Year Round Saturdays 9:00 AM - 12:30 PM We encourage you to preorder when possible, a list of vendors and their ordering information is below as well as safety guidelines. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to stay up to date on vendor schedules and updates. Meeting Place: Bristol. Categories: Farming. Food. Organized by: Mount Hope Farm. Organizer Homepage: http://www.mounthopefarm.org/community-programs/farmers-market. Contact email: farmersmarket@mounthopefarm.org. Intended Audience: Adults. Families. Farmers. General. Professional. Calendar By: https://www.provgardener.com. Saturday, April 29, 2023, 9:00 AM – 12:30 PM. Mount Hope Farm, 250 Metacom Ave, Bristol, RI. For more info visit www.mounthopefarm.org.

Sims Farmers' Market

Sales ~ Farmers' Markets ~ Plant Sales & Exchanges The Farm Fresh farmers market that once was in Hope Artiste Village is in a new facility in the Valley neighborhood of Providence. You'll enjoy a large selection of local farm and food vendors in a custom-built facility designed for hosting year-round markets. Our new building has a premium ventilation system, wide hallways that ensure COVID-19 distancing, and convenient parking, no hills. Meeting Place: Providence. Categories: Farming. Food. Organized by: Farm Fresh RI. Organizer Homepage: http://www.hopestreetmarket.com/. Contact: Market Manager: Rui David. Contact email: hopestreetmarket@gmail.com. Intended Audience: General. Calendar By: https://www.provgardener.com. More Info: Click link at bottom of this listing for much more info about farmers, special events, etc. Saturday, April 29, 2023, 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM. 10 Sims Avenue, Providence, RI. For more info visit www.farmfreshri.org.

Tiverton Farmers Market

Sales ~ Farmers' Markets ~ Plant Sales & Exchanges Meeting Place: Tiverton. Categories: Food. Farming. Organizer Homepage: https://www.tivertonfarmersmarket.com/. Intended Audience: General. Adults. Calendar By: https://www.provgardener.com. Info: As of May 1st, the markets hours have changed to 10am- 1:30pm at the Tiverton Middle School Gymnasium for the Summer Season at 10 Quintal Drive, Tiverton, RI 02878. Sunday, April 30, 2023, 10:00 AM – 1:30 PM. Tiverton Middle School Gymnasium, 10 Quintal Drive, Tiverton, RI.

Environment Council of RI Monthly Meeting

Meetings/Dinners/Awards ~ Annual/Month/Weekly ECRI meets monthly, except in July and August, usually on the first Monday, at 5:00pm. Meeting Place: Online. Categories: Conservation/Restoration. Governance. Comprehensive. Organized by: Environment Council of RI. Organizer Homepage: https://www.environmentcouncilri.org/. Intended Audience: General. Adults. Professional. College/University. Businesses. Government Officials. Calendar By: https://www.provgardener.com. Monday, May 1, 2023, 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM.

Nature Drawing at Blithewold

Class ~ Course ~ Demo ~ Lecture ~ Seminars ~ Training ~ Workshop The Nature Drawing Class is an opportunity to look to Blithewold’s gardens for inspiration. Working from pictures and natural objects, the class will focus on rendering color, texture, and design in flora and landscape. Different topics, tools, and techniques are covered each week. The primary medium will be colored pencils. Beginning, intermediate, and advanced students are encouraged to attend. Materials will be included. Preregistration is required. Each class is limited to 15 people. Individual Class: $30 Member | $40 Nonmember For the multiclass discount, contact jcleveland@blithewold.org, after signing up. 3-Class Pass: $80 Member | $110 Nonmember 5-Class Pass: $135 Member | $185 Nonmember Classes from which to select include: April 6 – Drawing Daffodils in Colored Pencil and Chalk April 20 – Background Choice for Flowers and Landscape April 27 – Colored Pencil for Tulips and Iris May 4 – Colored Chalk Pencils in Landscape May 11 – Form and Shadow in Trees May 18 – Composition, Scale and Negative S… Meeting Place: Bristol. Categories: Recreation/Exploration. Gardens. Organized by: Blithewold Mansion, Gardens and Arboretum. Organizer Homepage: www.Blithewold.org. Contact: Jillian Cleveland. Contact email: JCleveland@blithewold.org. Intended Audience: General. Adults. Cost: Individual Class: $30 Member | $40 Nonmember For the multiclass discount, contact jcleveland@blithewold.org. Calendar By: https://www.provgardener.com. Thursday, May 4, 2023, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM. Blithewold Mansion, Gardens and Arboretum 101 Ferry Road Bristol, Rhode Island 02809. For more info visit www.blithewold.org.

Mount Hope Farmer's Market

Sales ~ Farmers' Markets ~ Plant Sales & Exchanges Visit our Farmers Market Year Round Saturdays 9:00 AM - 12:30 PM We encourage you to preorder when possible, a list of vendors and their ordering information is below as well as safety guidelines. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to stay up to date on vendor schedules and updates. Meeting Place: Bristol. Categories: Farming. Food. Organized by: Mount Hope Farm. Organizer Homepage: http://www.mounthopefarm.org/community-programs/farmers-market. Contact email: farmersmarket@mounthopefarm.org. Intended Audience: Adults. Families. Farmers. General. Professional. Calendar By: https://www.provgardener.com. Saturday, May 6, 2023, 9:00 AM – 12:30 PM. Mount Hope Farm, 250 Metacom Ave, Bristol, RI. For more info visit www.mounthopefarm.org.

Sims Farmers' Market

Sales ~ Farmers' Markets ~ Plant Sales & Exchanges The Farm Fresh farmers market that once was in Hope Artiste Village is in a new facility in the Valley neighborhood of Providence. You'll enjoy a large selection of local farm and food vendors in a custom-built facility designed for hosting year-round markets. Our new building has a premium ventilation system, wide hallways that ensure COVID-19 distancing, and convenient parking, no hills. Meeting Place: Providence. Categories: Farming. Food. Organized by: Farm Fresh RI. Organizer Homepage: http://www.hopestreetmarket.com/. Contact: Market Manager: Rui David. Contact email: hopestreetmarket@gmail.com. Intended Audience: General. Calendar By: https://www.provgardener.com. More Info: Click link at bottom of this listing for much more info about farmers, special events, etc. Saturday, May 6, 2023, 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM. 10 Sims Avenue, Providence, RI. For more info visit www.farmfreshri.org.

Wildlife Solutions: Young Wildlife

Class ~ Course ~ Demo ~ Lecture ~ Seminars ~ Training ~ Workshop Why is there a fawn on my lawn? What should I do if I find a baby bird? Where do bats have their babies? Got baby brain? Find the answers to all of these questions and more with the RIDEM Division of Fish and Wildlife Outreach Team! Learn about where and when baby wildlife is born in Rhode Island, and why and how biologists are studying them! This will be a HYBRID program in partnership with the Barrington Public Library. Join us in-person at the library or tune in from the comfort of your own home! This program is FREE, but registration is required so that we can prepare materials and send Zoom links for those attending online. Meeting Place: Barrington. Categories: Critters. Conservation/Restoration. Ecology/Habitat. Organized by: RI Dept. of Environmental Management, Division of Fish & Wildlife. Organizer Homepage: https://dem.ri.gov/natural-resources-bureau/fish-wildlife. Contact: Mary Gannon. Contact email: mary.gannon@dem.ri.gov. Intended Audience: Adults. General. Homeowners. Landowners. Teachers. Cost: FREE. Certification and Licensing: No. Volunteer Opportunity: No. Calendar By: https://www.provgardener.com. Wednesday, May 10, 2023, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM. Barrington Public Library, 281 County Rd, Barrington, RI. For more info visit barringtonlibrary.libcal.com.

Nature Drawing at Blithewold

Class ~ Course ~ Demo ~ Lecture ~ Seminars ~ Training ~ Workshop The Nature Drawing Class is an opportunity to look to Blithewold’s gardens for inspiration. Working from pictures and natural objects, the class will focus on rendering color, texture, and design in flora and landscape. Different topics, tools, and techniques are covered each week. The primary medium will be colored pencils. Beginning, intermediate, and advanced students are encouraged to attend. Materials will be included. Preregistration is required. Each class is limited to 15 people. Individual Class: $30 Member | $40 Nonmember For the multiclass discount, contact jcleveland@blithewold.org, after signing up. 3-Class Pass: $80 Member | $110 Nonmember 5-Class Pass: $135 Member | $185 Nonmember Classes from which to select include: April 6 – Drawing Daffodils in Colored Pencil and Chalk April 20 – Background Choice for Flowers and Landscape April 27 – Colored Pencil for Tulips and Iris May 4 – Colored Chalk Pencils in Landscape May 11 – Form and Shadow in Trees May 18 – Composition, Scale and Negative S… Meeting Place: Bristol. Categories: Recreation/Exploration. Gardens. Organized by: Blithewold Mansion, Gardens and Arboretum. Organizer Homepage: www.Blithewold.org. Contact: Jillian Cleveland. Contact email: JCleveland@blithewold.org. Intended Audience: General. Adults. Cost: Individual Class: $30 Member | $40 Nonmember For the multiclass discount, contact jcleveland@blithewold.org. Calendar By: https://www.provgardener.com. Thursday, May 11, 2023, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM. Blithewold Mansion, Gardens and Arboretum 101 Ferry Road Bristol, Rhode Island 02809. For more info visit www.blithewold.org.

Mount Hope Farmer's Market

Sales ~ Farmers' Markets ~ Plant Sales & Exchanges Visit our Farmers Market Year Round Saturdays 9:00 AM - 12:30 PM We encourage you to preorder when possible, a list of vendors and their ordering information is below as well as safety guidelines. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to stay up to date on vendor schedules and updates. Meeting Place: Bristol. Categories: Farming. Food. Organized by: Mount Hope Farm. Organizer Homepage: http://www.mounthopefarm.org/community-programs/farmers-market. Contact email: farmersmarket@mounthopefarm.org. Intended Audience: Adults. Families. Farmers. General. Professional. Calendar By: https://www.provgardener.com. Saturday, May 13, 2023, 9:00 AM – 12:30 PM. Mount Hope Farm, 250 Metacom Ave, Bristol, RI. For more info visit www.mounthopefarm.org.

Sims Farmers' Market

Sales ~ Farmers' Markets ~ Plant Sales & Exchanges The Farm Fresh farmers market that once was in Hope Artiste Village is in a new facility in the Valley neighborhood of Providence. You'll enjoy a large selection of local farm and food vendors in a custom-built facility designed for hosting year-round markets. Our new building has a premium ventilation system, wide hallways that ensure COVID-19 distancing, and convenient parking, no hills. Meeting Place: Providence. Categories: Farming. Food. Organized by: Farm Fresh RI. Organizer Homepage: http://www.hopestreetmarket.com/. Contact: Market Manager: Rui David. Contact email: hopestreetmarket@gmail.com. Intended Audience: General. Calendar By: https://www.provgardener.com. More Info: Click link at bottom of this listing for much more info about farmers, special events, etc. Saturday, May 13, 2023, 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM. 10 Sims Avenue, Providence, RI. For more info visit www.farmfreshri.org.

Nature Drawing at Blithewold

Class ~ Course ~ Demo ~ Lecture ~ Seminars ~ Training ~ Workshop The Nature Drawing Class is an opportunity to look to Blithewold’s gardens for inspiration. Working from pictures and natural objects, the class will focus on rendering color, texture, and design in flora and landscape. Different topics, tools, and techniques are covered each week. The primary medium will be colored pencils. Beginning, intermediate, and advanced students are encouraged to attend. Materials will be included. Preregistration is required. Each class is limited to 15 people. Individual Class: $30 Member | $40 Nonmember For the multiclass discount, contact jcleveland@blithewold.org, after signing up. 3-Class Pass: $80 Member | $110 Nonmember 5-Class Pass: $135 Member | $185 Nonmember Classes from which to select include: April 6 – Drawing Daffodils in Colored Pencil and Chalk April 20 – Background Choice for Flowers and Landscape April 27 – Colored Pencil for Tulips and Iris May 4 – Colored Chalk Pencils in Landscape May 11 – Form and Shadow in Trees May 18 – Composition, Scale and Negative S… Meeting Place: Bristol. Categories: Recreation/Exploration. Gardens. Organized by: Blithewold Mansion, Gardens and Arboretum. Organizer Homepage: www.Blithewold.org. Contact: Jillian Cleveland. Contact email: JCleveland@blithewold.org. Intended Audience: General. Adults. Cost: Individual Class: $30 Member | $40 Nonmember For the multiclass discount, contact jcleveland@blithewold.org. Calendar By: https://www.provgardener.com. Thursday, May 18, 2023, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM. Blithewold Mansion, Gardens and Arboretum 101 Ferry Road Bristol, Rhode Island 02809. For more info visit www.blithewold.org.

Mount Hope Farmer's Market

Sales ~ Farmers' Markets ~ Plant Sales & Exchanges Visit our Farmers Market Year Round Saturdays 9:00 AM - 12:30 PM We encourage you to preorder when possible, a list of vendors and their ordering information is below as well as safety guidelines. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to stay up to date on vendor schedules and updates. Meeting Place: Bristol. Categories: Farming. Food. Organized by: Mount Hope Farm. Organizer Homepage: http://www.mounthopefarm.org/community-programs/farmers-market. Contact email: farmersmarket@mounthopefarm.org. Intended Audience: Adults. Families. Farmers. General. Professional. Calendar By: https://www.provgardener.com. Saturday, May 20, 2023, 9:00 AM – 12:30 PM. Mount Hope Farm, 250 Metacom Ave, Bristol, RI. For more info visit www.mounthopefarm.org.

Sims Farmers' Market

Sales ~ Farmers' Markets ~ Plant Sales & Exchanges The Farm Fresh farmers market that once was in Hope Artiste Village is in a new facility in the Valley neighborhood of Providence. You'll enjoy a large selection of local farm and food vendors in a custom-built facility designed for hosting year-round markets. Our new building has a premium ventilation system, wide hallways that ensure COVID-19 distancing, and convenient parking, no hills. Meeting Place: Providence. Categories: Farming. Food. Organized by: Farm Fresh RI. Organizer Homepage: http://www.hopestreetmarket.com/. Contact: Market Manager: Rui David. Contact email: hopestreetmarket@gmail.com. Intended Audience: General. Calendar By: https://www.provgardener.com. More Info: Click link at bottom of this listing for much more info about farmers, special events, etc. Saturday, May 20, 2023, 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM. 10 Sims Avenue, Providence, RI. For more info visit www.farmfreshri.org.

Nature Drawing at Blithewold

Class ~ Course ~ Demo ~ Lecture ~ Seminars ~ Training ~ Workshop The Nature Drawing Class is an opportunity to look to Blithewold’s gardens for inspiration. Working from pictures and natural objects, the class will focus on rendering color, texture, and design in flora and landscape. Different topics, tools, and techniques are covered each week. The primary medium will be colored pencils. Beginning, intermediate, and advanced students are encouraged to attend. Materials will be included. Preregistration is required. Each class is limited to 15 people. Individual Class: $30 Member | $40 Nonmember For the multiclass discount, contact jcleveland@blithewold.org, after signing up. 3-Class Pass: $80 Member | $110 Nonmember 5-Class Pass: $135 Member | $185 Nonmember Classes from which to select include: April 6 – Drawing Daffodils in Colored Pencil and Chalk April 20 – Background Choice for Flowers and Landscape April 27 – Colored Pencil for Tulips and Iris May 4 – Colored Chalk Pencils in Landscape May 11 – Form and Shadow in Trees May 18 – Composition, Scale and Negative S… Meeting Place: Bristol. Categories: Recreation/Exploration. Gardens. Organized by: Blithewold Mansion, Gardens and Arboretum. Organizer Homepage: www.Blithewold.org. Contact: Jillian Cleveland. Contact email: JCleveland@blithewold.org. Intended Audience: General. Adults. Cost: Individual Class: $30 Member | $40 Nonmember For the multiclass discount, contact jcleveland@blithewold.org. Calendar By: https://www.provgardener.com. Thursday, May 25, 2023, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM. Blithewold Mansion, Gardens and Arboretum 101 Ferry Road Bristol, Rhode Island 02809. For more info visit www.blithewold.org.

Mount Hope Farmer's Market

Sales ~ Farmers' Markets ~ Plant Sales & Exchanges Visit our Farmers Market Year Round Saturdays 9:00 AM - 12:30 PM We encourage you to preorder when possible, a list of vendors and their ordering information is below as well as safety guidelines. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to stay up to date on vendor schedules and updates. Meeting Place: Bristol. Categories: Farming. Food. Organized by: Mount Hope Farm. Organizer Homepage: http://www.mounthopefarm.org/community-programs/farmers-market. Contact email: farmersmarket@mounthopefarm.org. Intended Audience: Adults. Families. Farmers. General. Professional. Calendar By: https://www.provgardener.com. Saturday, May 27, 2023, 9:00 AM – 12:30 PM. Mount Hope Farm, 250 Metacom Ave, Bristol, RI. For more info visit www.mounthopefarm.org.

Sims Farmers' Market

Sales ~ Farmers' Markets ~ Plant Sales & Exchanges The Farm Fresh farmers market that once was in Hope Artiste Village is in a new facility in the Valley neighborhood of Providence. You'll enjoy a large selection of local farm and food vendors in a custom-built facility designed for hosting year-round markets. Our new building has a premium ventilation system, wide hallways that ensure COVID-19 distancing, and convenient parking, no hills. Meeting Place: Providence. Categories: Farming. Food. Organized by: Farm Fresh RI. Organizer Homepage: http://www.hopestreetmarket.com/. Contact: Market Manager: Rui David. Contact email: hopestreetmarket@gmail.com. Intended Audience: General. Calendar By: https://www.provgardener.com. More Info: Click link at bottom of this listing for much more info about farmers, special events, etc. Saturday, May 27, 2023, 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM. 10 Sims Avenue, Providence, RI. For more info visit www.farmfreshri.org.

Blithewold Home-School Days

Children's Activities Join us on the last Tuesday of each month from now through May for a fun (and educational) day at Blithewold Mansion, Gardens and Arboretum! In between activities there is plenty of time to enjoy a nice picnic or run out some energy on the Great Lawn! 9 am Guided tour of the Mansion – Pre-registration is required. Pre-registration is required for all events. Admission: Adult: $14, Child: $6 Blithewold Member admission is free February 28: Art Explore different styles and mediums of art just as Marjorie Van Wickle Lyon found her own beautiful style of painting that graces the halls of the second floor. Drop-In Activities: 10 – 11 am – Fiber Arts in the Education Space 12 – 1 pm – Landscape Watercolor Postcards on the North West Porch March 28: Wildlife and Ecosystems Learn about the creatures that live on the Blithewold estate and how to protect them and their homes. Drop-In Activities: 10 – 11 am – Frog Life Cycles in the Water Garden 12 – 1 pm – Ocean Levels in the Education Space April 25: Flowers… Meeting Place: Bristol. Categories: Education. Gardens. Organized by: Blithewold Mansion, Gardens and Arboretum. Organizer Homepage: https://www.blithewold.org/. Contact: 4012532707. Contact email: JCleveland@blithewold.org. Intended Audience: General. Children. Families. Cost: Non-member: Adult $14, Child $6. Calendar By: https://www.provgardener.com. Tuesday, May 30, 2023, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM. Blithewold Mansion, Gardens and Arboretum 101 Ferry Road Bristol, Rhode Island 02809. For more info visit www.blithewold.org.

Environment Council of RI Monthly Meeting

Meetings/Dinners/Awards ~ Annual/Month/Weekly ECRI meets monthly, except in July and August, usually on the first Monday, at 5:00pm. Meeting Place: Online. Categories: Conservation/Restoration. Governance. Comprehensive. Organized by: Environment Council of RI. Organizer Homepage: https://www.environmentcouncilri.org/. Intended Audience: General. Adults. Professional. College/University. Businesses. Government Officials. Calendar By: https://www.provgardener.com. Monday, June 5, 2023, 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM.

Nature Drawing at Blithewold

Class ~ Course ~ Demo ~ Lecture ~ Seminars ~ Training ~ Workshop The Nature Drawing Class is an opportunity to look to Blithewold’s gardens for inspiration. Working from pictures and natural objects, the class will focus on rendering color, texture, and design in flora and landscape. Different topics, tools, and techniques are covered each week. The primary medium will be colored pencils. Beginning, intermediate, and advanced students are encouraged to attend. Materials will be included. Preregistration is required. Each class is limited to 15 people. Individual Class: $30 Member | $40 Nonmember For the multiclass discount, contact jcleveland@blithewold.org, after signing up. 3-Class Pass: $80 Member | $110 Nonmember 5-Class Pass: $135 Member | $185 Nonmember Classes from which to select include: April 6 – Drawing Daffodils in Colored Pencil and Chalk April 20 – Background Choice for Flowers and Landscape April 27 – Colored Pencil for Tulips and Iris May 4 – Colored Chalk Pencils in Landscape May 11 – Form and Shadow in Trees May 18 – Composition, Scale and Negative S… Meeting Place: Bristol. Categories: Recreation/Exploration. Gardens. Organized by: Blithewold Mansion, Gardens and Arboretum. Organizer Homepage: www.Blithewold.org. Contact: Jillian Cleveland. Contact email: JCleveland@blithewold.org. Intended Audience: General. Adults. Cost: Individual Class: $30 Member | $40 Nonmember For the multiclass discount, contact jcleveland@blithewold.org. Calendar By: https://www.provgardener.com. Thursday, June 8, 2023, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM. Blithewold Mansion, Gardens and Arboretum 101 Ferry Road Bristol, Rhode Island 02809. For more info visit www.blithewold.org.

Nature Drawing at Blithewold

Class ~ Course ~ Demo ~ Lecture ~ Seminars ~ Training ~ Workshop The Nature Drawing Class is an opportunity to look to Blithewold’s gardens for inspiration. Working from pictures and natural objects, the class will focus on rendering color, texture, and design in flora and landscape. Different topics, tools, and techniques are covered each week. The primary medium will be colored pencils. Beginning, intermediate, and advanced students are encouraged to attend. Materials will be included. Preregistration is required. Each class is limited to 15 people. Individual Class: $30 Member | $40 Nonmember For the multiclass discount, contact jcleveland@blithewold.org, after signing up. 3-Class Pass: $80 Member | $110 Nonmember 5-Class Pass: $135 Member | $185 Nonmember Classes from which to select include: April 6 – Drawing Daffodils in Colored Pencil and Chalk April 20 – Background Choice for Flowers and Landscape April 27 – Colored Pencil for Tulips and Iris May 4 – Colored Chalk Pencils in Landscape May 11 – Form and Shadow in Trees May 18 – Composition, Scale and Negative S… Meeting Place: Bristol. Categories: Recreation/Exploration. Gardens. Organized by: Blithewold Mansion, Gardens and Arboretum. Organizer Homepage: www.Blithewold.org. Contact: Jillian Cleveland. Contact email: JCleveland@blithewold.org. Intended Audience: General. Adults. Cost: Individual Class: $30 Member | $40 Nonmember For the multiclass discount, contact jcleveland@blithewold.org. Calendar By: https://www.provgardener.com. Thursday, June 15, 2023, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM. Blithewold Mansion, Gardens and Arboretum 101 Ferry Road Bristol, Rhode Island 02809. For more info visit www.blithewold.org.

Nature Drawing at Blithewold

Class ~ Course ~ Demo ~ Lecture ~ Seminars ~ Training ~ Workshop The Nature Drawing Class is an opportunity to look to Blithewold’s gardens for inspiration. Working from pictures and natural objects, the class will focus on rendering color, texture, and design in flora and landscape. Different topics, tools, and techniques are covered each week. The primary medium will be colored pencils. Beginning, intermediate, and advanced students are encouraged to attend. Materials will be included. Preregistration is required. Each class is limited to 15 people. Individual Class: $30 Member | $40 Nonmember For the multiclass discount, contact jcleveland@blithewold.org, after signing up. 3-Class Pass: $80 Member | $110 Nonmember 5-Class Pass: $135 Member | $185 Nonmember Classes from which to select include: April 6 – Drawing Daffodils in Colored Pencil and Chalk April 20 – Background Choice for Flowers and Landscape April 27 – Colored Pencil for Tulips and Iris May 4 – Colored Chalk Pencils in Landscape May 11 – Form and Shadow in Trees May 18 – Composition, Scale and Negative S… Meeting Place: Bristol. Categories: Recreation/Exploration. Gardens. Organized by: Blithewold Mansion, Gardens and Arboretum. Organizer Homepage: www.Blithewold.org. Contact: Jillian Cleveland. Contact email: JCleveland@blithewold.org. Intended Audience: General. Adults. Cost: Individual Class: $30 Member | $40 Nonmember For the multiclass discount, contact jcleveland@blithewold.org. Calendar By: https://www.provgardener.com. Thursday, June 22, 2023, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM. Blithewold Mansion, Gardens and Arboretum 101 Ferry Road Bristol, Rhode Island 02809. For more info visit www.blithewold.org.