ecoRI News Roundup: Emissions past, present & future
State to examine natural gas’s role in reducing greenhouse gas emissions WARWICK — State utility officials will start the new year with a special resolution: studying how the natural gas […]
Events:
Justus
Blends of rock favorites, country superstars, classic gospel, contemporary hits, and humor.
October 13 @ 4:00 pm - 7:00 pmOtis Read & Jimmy Corwin
Acoustic folk.
October 17 @ 8:00 pm - 11:00 pmDanielle Nicole
Blues/soul musician from Kansas City, Missouri.
October 17 @ 8:00 pm - 11:00 pmMike Finoia
A standup comedian based out of New York City.
October 18 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pmPaula Poundstone
Iconic comedian known for her smart, observational humor and a spontaneous wit that has become the stuff of legend.
October 18 @ 8:00 pm - 11:00 pmDan Brown
Indie folk music.
October 18 @ 8:00 pm - 9:00 pmSugar
Disco/Funk/Hip-Hop/R&B.
October 18 @ 8:00 pm - 11:00 pmWard Hayden & The Outliers
An American band from Boston, Massachusetts.
October 18 @ 8:00 pm - 11:00 pmStart Making Sense
Talking Heads Tribute.
October 18 @ 9:00 pm - October 19 @ 12:00 amTimeless Band
Classic rock.
October 18 @ 9:00 pm - 11:30 pmForever Young
This super group of devotees to folk rock legends Neil Young and Joni Mitchell. Led by the multi-instrumentalist John Fuzek.
October 19 @ 8:00 pm - 11:00 pmThe Robert Cray Band
Exclusive Guitar Pick Tin Blues icon. Soul man. Rock and roller.
October 19 @ 8:00 pm - 11:00 pmHowie Mandel
Canadian comedian and television actor.
October 19 @ 8:00 pm - 11:00 pmCountry DNA
Country, Rock, Pop, and everything in between.
October 20 @ 12:00 pm - 2:00 pmComedy Showcase
The best new and working comics around.
October 20 @ 7:00 pm - 10:00 pmJim & Sarah of the Carleans
Folk music.
October 23 @ 8:00 pm - 11:00 pmThe Jayhawks
Over the course of almost 4 decades, 11 albums, countless live shows and enough personal drama to fill a couple of “Behind the Music” episodes, this beloved band soared to
October 24 @ 8:00 pm - 11:00 pmThe Rocky Horror Picture Show
The 49th Anniversary Spectacular Tour!
October 24 @ 8:00 pm - 11:00 pmFunky Submarine
Jazz music.
October 25 @ 7:00 pm - 11:00 pmEight To The Bar
Swing/Boogie Woogie/Rhythm & Blues/Soul and Motown.
October 25 @ 8:00 pm - 11:00 pm
EcoRI News Roundup: Environmentally friendly beer top offs and more
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EcoRI News Roundup: November 2022
R.I. Supreme Court Ends Years-Long Battle Over Block Island Marina Expansion The RI Supreme Court has rejected a controversial agreement between the Coastal Resources Management Council (CRMC) and Champlin’s Marina […]
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From Superfund Site to Solar Farm Nestled between Pontiac Avenue and the Pawtuxet River in Cranston, the Beacon Solar Project hosts 9,000 ground-mounted solar panels that can power 509 households. […]
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