David Sorgman
The Role of Propaganda Films
In 1936, a movie titled Tell Your Children was produced by a church group to warn parents about the dangers of marijuana use. This film was the epitome of everything […]
Events:
A Changing Reflection
This exhibition demonstrates Silver, Metalwork, and Jewelry in the 19th–21st Centuries.
February 4, 2022 - September 30, 2023A Christmas for Carol
Co-workers love Carol, but this time of year she gets on everyone’s last nerve, so they formulate a plan for the company party that night. With wacky office hijinks, pranks,
November 1 - December 31Celebrating Veterans and their Families
Gallery Night reception Thu, Nov 19, 5 – 9pm.
November 2 - December 3Recycled Art
Opening Reception – Saturday, November 5
November 2 - November 27Extravagant Chemistry: Anatomies of Painting
November 3 - December 18Holiday Little Picture Show
November 5 - December 21Laura White Carpenter, Rita Honnen, Sherri Snyder, and Frances Topping
November 5 - November 27The Apple Tree on the Abandoned Railroad Line
An Exhibition by Elin Noble and Lasse Antonsen. RECEPTION: SEPTEMBER 12, 2022 AT 1:00 PM
November 12, 2022 - January 14, 2023Jason Travers
Opening Reception: Thursday, Nov 17, 5 – 8pm.
November 17 - December 9Sense & Sensibility
A playful new adaptation of Jane Austen’s beloved novel follows the fortunes (and misfortunes) of the Dashwood sisters – sensible Elinor and hypersensitive Marianne – after their father’s sudden death
November 18 - December 11Collective Worlds
A National Juried Exhibition.
November 19 - December 17A Newport Nutcracker at Rosecliff
Follow our young protagonist, literally, through the fabulous rooms of Rosecliff Mansion as she celebrates the holiday season with her family, battles with the Mouse King, dances with the Snow
November 23 - December 2Winter Market Artist Sale
November 26 - December 17Rave On: 50’s & 60’s Rock and Roll
Time to put on your blue suede shoes and rock around the clock.
November 27 @ 3:00 pm - 5:00 pmWill Orchard
Folk singer/songwriter.
November 27 @ 7:00 pm - 10:00 pmHunter Hill
A storytelling comic from Los Angeles.
November 27 @ 7:00 pm - 10:00 pmSherm Fest
A music benefit to honor James “Sherm” Adams whose all proceeds will go to a memorial. Metal/rock.
November 27 @ 7:00 pm - 10:00 pmJoe Potenza/ Keith Munslow
Jazz Night.
November 28 @ 7:00 pm - 10:00 pmFlex Your Talent – Open Mic
No instruments. Just a mic. For the hip-hop, producer, spoken word, & comedy communities.
November 28 @ 8:00 pm - 11:00 pmTomaquag Museum Book Club: Firekeeper’s Daughter
Part of the monthly Indigenous Author Book Club. Firekeeper’s Daughter is a groundbreaking YA thriller about a Native teen who must root out the corruption in her community.
November 29 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
The Common Sense Approach to Marijuana Reform
It was November 18 in Providence, and I decided to forgo my regular Tuesday night routine of realigning my fantasy football teams for the following week in favor of making […]
Regulating Marijuana in Rhode Island: A Public Health and Safety Approach Takes Place to Educate Locals and Leaders
After a successful week at the midterm ballot boxes, the crusade to end cannabis prohibition seems to be gaining momentum. With victories in Oregon, Alaska and Washington, D.C., supporters are […]
A Stereotype Guide to Ending Cannabis Prohibition
With the midterm elections taking place in November, politicians across the nation have been hitting the campaign trail hard; shaking hands and kissing babies. They are out “trick-or-treating,” looking to […]
Marijuana Reform: The New Regime
Only two years ago, Colorado and Washington defied the will of the federal government as they voted to legalize recreational use of marijuana in their states. To date, 23 states […]
The New England Green Rush — Tip of the Legalization Spear
As the November midterm elections approach, the Northeast is poised to be the new tip of the spear for the legalization movement. While Portland, Oregon, saw marijuana reform defeated in […]
Oaksterdam University: The Future of the Cannabis Industry
On August 15th through 17th, the RI Convention Center will be home to a rare three-day seminar presented by Oaksterdam University and hosted by the legendary Todd McCormick. During this […]
A History of Revolution Leads to the Providence Prohibition Party
Progressive Change with Providence Prohibition Party In 1972, one of the first documented hemp festivals in the US took place in Ann Arbor, Mich. It was a response to new […]
Phenomenons in Politics — Tri-Partisan Support in RI? The Marijuana Regulation, Control and Taxation Act
Bill: H-7506 “Held For Further Study” On May 16, a RI House Judiciary Committee recommended that the Marijuana Regulation, Control & Taxation Act (Bill: H-7506) be “held for further study” […]
Cannabis and Religion — Touching the Veil
By a quirk of time, Easter, the most sacred day on the Christian calendar coincided with 4/20, the most celebrated day in the cannabis community. This convergence has me pondering […]
