Wicked Rhody

Wicked Rhody podcast hosts Mary and guest host Blake discuss Rhode Island life, ideas, events, and stuff to do for the week of April 19th. Subscribe: iTunes | Stitcher Download: (.mp3) | Mobile Play Social: Like Us On Facebook | Follow Us On Twitter | Follow Us On Instagram We’re excited to announce a new sponsor:  FloatRI, located on Post Road in Warwick! Float RI is an amazing place offering a wide range of services to help you balance your mind, body & soul, including Massage & Reiki, Fitness Classes, Aura Photography, and Floatation Therapy! We’ll be visiting float in the coming weeks to experience some of their services, including floating which is where you spend either 60 or 90 minutes in a private pod of 850 lbs of epsom salt and 10 inches of water are heated to skin temperature, creating an anti-gravity environment.   Egg Smash Paint Splatter! https://www.facebook.com/events/1712975725470182/ Learn more about FloatRI by visiting our website, and of course, we’ll be sharing our experiences in the coming weeks, plus we’ll have some wonderful give-aways as well!-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Wicked Interesting: WaterFire Arts & Crafts Festivalhttps://www.facebook.com/events/360528388122613/ --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Wicked Fun in the 401 The Great Shredding Event at Cardi’s Furniture & Mattresses in West WarwickSaturday, April 20, 8 - 10:30amhttps://tockify.com/cardiscommunity/detail/1848/1555761600000 Monty Python and the Holy Grail https://www.facebook.com/events/1070305063148398/ --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Wicked Family Friendly Splash and Egg Hunt in the poolhttps://www.facebook.com/events/393918781194366/ --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Border Line Big Apple Circus!https://bigapplecircus.com/ Wicked Nice Wicked Rhody is proud to partner with the United Way of Rhode Island, helping to spread the word about wonderful opportunities for you, your family, and your friends can volunteer in and around Rhode Island! Monkey Business & Nonprofit Communicationshttps://www.facebook.com/events/1007261759662938/ Wednesday, April 24, 2019 at 5:30 PM – 7:30 PMRoger Williams Park Zoo & Carousel Village A nonprofit communication professional understands the importance of sharing their agency's story; often times this means working closely with those in the media. On April 24, a panel of media pros will explain what they need from us to successfully share our stories. The panel will be facilitated by Ben DeCastro, Social Media Personality & Influencer Panel Guests:• Scott Mackay, The Public's Radio• Kate Nagle, GoLocal• Mike McDermott, The Prov. Journal• John Palumbo, RI Monthly To learn more about United Way Rhode Island, or if you’re in need of assistance visit their website or simply dial 2-1-1 and get connected to the help you need!

Wicked Rhody podcast hosts Mary and Ben discuss Rhode Island life, ideas, events, and stuff to do for the week of April 12th. Subscribe: iTunes | Stitcher Download: (.mp3) | Mobile Play Social: Like Us On Facebook | Follow Us On Twitter | Follow Us On Instagram We’re excited to announce a new sponsor:  FloatRI, located on Post Road in Warwick! Float RI is an amazing place offering a wide range of services to help you balance your mind, body & soul, including Massage & Reiki, Fitness Classes, Aura Photography, and Floatation Therapy! We’ll be visiting float in the coming weeks to experience some of their services, including floating which is where you spend either 60 or 90 minutes in a private pod of 850 lbs of epsom salt and 10 inches of water are heated to skin temperature, creating an anti-gravity environment.   Learn more about FloatRI by visiting our website, and of course, we’ll be sharing our experiences in the coming weeks, plus we’ll have some wonderful give-aways as well!-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Wicked Interesting: PawSox Opening Weekend - Thursday, April 11th!https://www.facebook.com/events/1917169795004895/ --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Wicked Fun in the 401 W. Alton Jones Kids Hikehttps://www.facebook.com/events/2063337547080937/Thursday 10amWant to get your kids outside during April vacation? URI alumni families are invited to join us on an adventure hike at the URI W. Alton Jones campus in West Greenwich, RI. The hike is appropriate for children ages 5+ accompanied by an adult. All will enjoy the beauty and nature at Alton Jones during this 45-minute guided hike led by qualified field teachers. After the hike, enjoy complimentary refreshments and a chance to win some URI swag. Sneakers or hiking boots required, with warm attire suggested. This event will take place rain or shine. In the event of rain, kids may participate in fun indoor activities. Reminder that if you check that you are attending you MUST also register at alumni.uri.edu. Your Heart, My Hands Book Signing w/ Dr. Arum Singhhttps://www.facebook.com/events/2303135050012431/ Smithfield Family Fun Dayhttps://www.facebook.com/events/639341436482872/Tue 10-2 2nd Annual Joseph P. McDonald, ESQ. Memorial 5Khttps://www.facebook.com/events/2131688980193689/https://www.cardis.com/pages/community-calendar --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Wicked Family Friendly Family Skate Day - Boss Ice Arena!https://www.facebook.com/events/550065162139133/ --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Border Line Big Apple Circus!https://bigapplecircus.com/ Wicked Nice Wicked Rhody is proud to partner with the United Way of Rhode Island, helping to spread the word about wonderful opportunities for you, your family, and your friends can volunteer in and around Rhode Island! Monkey Business & Nonprofit Communicationshttps://www.facebook.com/events/1007261759662938/ Wednesday, April 24, 2019 at 5:30 PM – 7:30 PMRoger Williams Park Zoo & Carousel Village A nonprofit communication professional understands the importance of sharing their agency's story; often times this means working closely with those in the media. On April 24, a panel of media pros will explain what they need from us to successfully share our stories. The panel will be facilitated by Ben DeCastro, Social Media Personality & Influencer Panel Guests:• Scott Mackay, The Public's Radio• Kate Nagle, GoLocal• Mike McDermott, The Prov. Journal• John Palumbo, RI Monthly To learn more about United Way Rhode Island, or

Wicked Rhody podcast hosts Mary and Ben discuss Rhode Island life, ideas, events, and stuff to do for the week of April 5th. Subscribe: iTunes | Stitcher Download: (.mp3) | Mobile Play Social: Like Us On Facebook | Follow Us On Twitter | Follow Us On Instagram We’re excited to announce a new sponsor:  Float-RI, located on Post Road in Warwick! Float RI is an amazing place offering a wide range of services to help you balance your mind, body & soul, including Massage & Reiki, Fitness Classes, Aura Photography, and Floatation Therapy! We’ll be visiting float in the coming weeks to experience some of their services, including floating which is where you spend either 60 or 90 minutes in a private pod of 850 lbs of epsom salt and 10 inches of water are heated to skin temperature, creating an anti-gravity environment.   What happens when you float?  Stress and tension are released from the muscles.  Natural endorphins are released and the brain sends out alpha waves associated with meditation and relaxation. New to Rhode Island, this type of therapy has been used by pro-athletes around the world for decades! Learn more about FloatRI by visiting our website, and of course, we’ll be sharing our experiences in the coming weeks, plus we’ll have some wonderful giveaways as well! -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Wicked Interesting: PawSox Open House - Saturday, April 6, Noon - 2pmhttps://www.facebook.com/events/375795683278819/ PawSox Opening Day - Thursday, April 11th!https://www.facebook.com/events/1917169795004895/ -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Wicked Fun in the 401 17th Annual Tomorrow Fund Strollhttps://www.facebook.com/events/305154483468726/Sunday 9-12Garden City The Portuguese Kids - https://www.facebook.com/events/387353518509827/ Newport Restaurant Weekhttps://www.discovernewport.org/newport-restaurant-week/ Cinderella - A Full Length Ballethttps://www.facebook.com/events/479746432516614/?event_time_id=479746449183279 -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Wicked Family Friendly Little Mafia Easter Egg Hunthttps://www.facebook.com/events/2021271117990902/--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Wicked Nice Wicked Rhody is proud to partner with the United Way of Rhode Island, helping to spread the word about wonderful opportunities for you, your family, and your friends can volunteer in and around Rhode Island! The Stephen Hopkins House, ProvidenceSHH is seeking tour guides to lead visitors through the 18th-century home of Founding Father Stephen Hopkins. Commitment: 3-hour shifts. Open Wednesdays, 11:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m., year-round; Saturdays, 10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m., April–November. To learn more about United Way Rhode Island, or if you’re in need of assistance visit their website or simply dial 2-1-1 and get connected to the help you need!

Wicked Rhody podcast host Ben and fill in host Blake discuss Rhode Island life, ideas, events, and stuff to do for the week of March 29th. Subscribe: iTunes | Stitcher Download: (.mp3) | Mobile Play Social: Like Us On Facebook | Follow Us On Twitter | Follow Us On Instagram We’re excited to announce a new sponsor:  Float-RI, located on Post Road in Warwick! Float RI is an amazing place offering a wide range of services to help you balance your mind, body & soul, including Massage & Reiki, Fitness Classes, Aura Photography, and Floatation Therapy! We’ll be visiting float in the coming weeks to experience some of their services, including floating which is where you spend either 60 or 90 minutes in a private pod of 850 lbs of epsom salt and 10 inches of water are heated to skin temperature, creating an anti-gravity environment.   What happens when you float?  Stress and tension are released from the muscles.  Natural endorphins are released and the brain sends out alpha waves associated with meditation and relaxation. New to Rhode Island, this type of therapy has been used by pro-athletes around the world for decades! Learn more about FloatRI by visiting our website, and of course, we’ll be sharing our experiences in the coming weeks, plus we’ll have some wonderful give aways as well! -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Wicked Interesting: WinterDash 2019 // BoldrDash Race Saturday, March 30 https://boldrdashrace.com/event-winterdash-2019/ https://tockify.com/cardiscommunity/detail/1781/1553918400000 -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Wicked Fun in the 401 Super Smash Bro's Monthly Smash-Down Sunday 3-6 Brewed Awakenings in Johnston Bring your own controller (Nintendo Switch) & join Brewed Awkenings for their first Super Smash Bros Ultimate Smash-Down! Winner takes all! This event is limited to 100 people. Prepare your three best fighters for the event. We’ll be using the Squad Strike mode. One match will determine the winner, but you can always bounce back in the loser’s bracket, and still take first place! WHOA. This just in - RITUAL MOTION has partnered with us and is giving away a $150 cash prize to the first place winner. This is in addition to the tournament cash prize. BIG NEWS! Who is joining us to win some serious

Wicked Rhody podcast hosts Mary and Ben discuss Rhode Island life, ideas, events, and stuff to do for the week of March 22nd. Subscribe: iTunes | Stitcher Download: (.mp3) | Mobile Play Social: Like Us On Facebook | Follow Us On Twitter | Follow Us On Instagram Wicked Interesting: Heavenly Gingers 9Heavenly Gingers honors the lives and passions of two fiery redheads, and helps Keep Passion For Performance Alive in young people. Tuesday, March 26, 2019 - Twin River Casino & Hotel https://www.facebook.com/events/958535284337351/ -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Wicked Fun in the 401 TORCH RUN PLUNGE & SUPER PLUNGE 2019 Special Olympics RIhttps://specialolympicsri.org/torch-run/torch-run-plunge/?fbclid=IwAR1QLmzsLg1_6MnTbFb5AUeYdJ7XBcD_4JaxiqPxwKbC_UDmqY1voMsLc7Y Girls Rock RI Trivia TakeoverLove trivia? Love Girls Rock! RI (or want to learn more?)? Then join us for an afternoon of fun, trivia, friends, and beverages! We'll be kicking off our 10 Year Anniversary celebrations with a raffle, friendly competition and good company! Team up with a group of friends or smart strangers and join our trivia night at the Wild Colonial Tavern on March 23, 2019 at 3:00 pm. Cost: $20.00 per table in advance / $25.00 at door - all proceeds go towards our GRR! Camps and other youth programming. https://www.facebook.com/events/2035004766802397/ New England Salt Water Fishing Show 2019 https://www.facebook.com/New-England-Saltwater-Fishing-Show-116617928385585/ Phantom of the Opera at PPacMarch 21-31stTalk about personal experience at ppac and times you’ve seen phantom--ad lib if you’d like --- Cameron Mackintosh’s spectacular new production of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA will make a triumphant return to Providence as part of its North American Tour. Critics are raving that this breathtaking production is “bigger and better than ever before” and features a brilliant new scenic design by Paul Brown, -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Wicked Family Friendly Freeplay Family DaySaturday 11-4Freeplay Bar and Arcade in Providencehttps://www.facebook.com/events/386523812149145/ A Wizards Dream Come True!https://www.facebook.com/events/310034976378434/ --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Wicked Nice Wicked Rhody is proud to partner with the United Way of Rhode Island, helping to spread the word about wonderful opportunities for you, your family, and your friends can volunteer in and around Rhode Island! Epilepsy Foundation New England, MA/ME/NH/RIEFNE needs volunteers to share My Friend Matty, an in-school epilepsy awareness program, with preschool and elementary school students. Trainings are held the first Thursday of each month, 12:30 p.m. and 6:30 p.m., online or at the EFNE office. Commitment: at least one presentation. 16 & Older Please. Rhode Island Students of the Future, ProvidenceRISF, which engages students in science, technology, engineering, math, and computer science through youth robotics, needs volunteers for their Robot Block Party at the WaterFire Arts Center on April 13 from 12:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m. To learn more about United Way Rhode Island, or if you’re in need of assistance visit their website or simply dial 2-1-1 and get connected to the help you need!

Wicked Rhody podcast hosts Mary and Ben discuss Rhode Island life, ideas, events, and stuff to do for the week of March 15th. Subscribe: iTunes | Stitcher Download: (.mp3) | Mobile Play Social: Like Us On Facebook | Follow Us On Twitter | Follow Us On Instagram Wicked Interesting: Cranston HIgh School East Winter Guard and Percussion Showhttps://www.facebook.com/events/430962694340490/ -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Wicked Fun in the 401 Pi Dayhttps://www.facebook.com/events/2478815555526678/ URI PD Super Plunge FundraiserSuper Plunge 2019https://www.facebook.com/events/397693981013493/ Portsmouth Color Runhttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/portsmouth-color-run-to-benefit-the-leukemia-and-lymphoma-society-tickets-51637962536?aff=ebdssbdestsearch Newport St. Patrick’s Day Parade!https://www.facebook.com/events/2328894170727869/ -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Wicked Family Friendly High School Musical Junior at Barrington Middle School https://www.facebook.com/events/2060624994230336/?event_time_id=2060625704230265 --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Wicked Nice Wicked Rhody is proud to partner with the United Way of Rhode Island, helping to spread the word about wonderful opportunities for you, your family, and your friends can volunteer in and around Rhode Island! Federal Hill House, ProvidenceFHH is recruiting for the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program. VITA offers free tax help to people with low to moderate incomes, seniors, individuals with disabilities, and people with limited English proficiency. Roles needed: greeters/screeners, interpreters, tax preparers. Flexible hours. Free training provided. Contact: Roshni at [email protected]. Alliance for Better Long Term Care, StatewideThe Alliance needs volunteer ombudsmen to educate those receiving long term care services about their rights and to help resolve issues of abuse, neglect, or financial exploitation. Not permitted: those currently employed at nursing homes, assisted living facilities, home care or hospice agencies. BCI required. Training provided. Contact: Lori at [email protected] To learn more about United Way Rhode Island, or if you’re in need of assistance visit their website or simply dial 2-1-1 and get connected to the help you need!

Wicked Rhody podcast hosts Mary and Ben discuss Rhode Island life, ideas, events, and stuff to do for the week of March 8th. Subscribe: iTunes | Stitcher Download: (.mp3) | Mobile Play Social: Like Us On Facebook | Follow Us On Twitter | Follow Us On Instagram Wicked Interesting: Art Walkhttps://www.facebook.com/events/358205168068771/Sunday 2-5 -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Wicked Fun in the 401 Star Wars a new hope with RI Philharmonichttps://www.facebook.com/events/985881441611523/ OSDRI Annual Steak Fryhttps://www.facebook.com/events/234528537455415/ The Godfather Double featurehttps://www.facebook.com/events/278730362768225/Greenwich OdeumSunday 2-9:30 Lang’s Bowlarama - Monday Night College Nighthttps://www.facebook.com/events/511844526002577/?event_time_id=511844609335902 -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Wicked Family Friendly This weeks “Wicked Family Friendly” Event is:Design & Build event for Kidshttps://www.facebook.com/events/561991540953516/ Discovery Story Timehttps://www.facebook.com/events/313157725967216/?event_time_id=313157752633880 --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Just Over The Border   Battleship Cove - Engine Room Tour - Exclusive Look!https://www.facebook.com/events/749777302053188/ --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Wicked Nice Wicked Rhody is proud to partner with the United Way of Rhode Island, helping to spread the word about wonderful opportunities for you, your family, and your friends can volunteer in and around Rhode Island! But some of you may not know exactly what the United Way is - --- To learn more about United Way Rhode Island, or if you’re in need of assistance visit their website or simply dial 2-1-1 and get connected to the help you need!

Wicked Rhody podcast hosts Mary and Ben discuss Rhode Island life, ideas, events, and stuff to do for the week of March 1st. Subscribe: iTunes | Stitcher Download: (.mp3) | Mobile PlaySocial: Like Us On Facebook | Follow Us On Twitter | Follow Us On Instagram Wicked Interesting: Free LinkedIn Headshotshttps://www.facebook.com/events/314996605818447/ -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Wicked Fun in the 401 Early Bird Bike Salehttps://www.facebook.com/events/1971351503158961/ Candle Night Sea Glass & Seashells at The Beach House https://www.facebook.com/events/309364879708566/ Zoot Suit Ballhttps://www.facebook.com/events/2501988073163771/ O Say Can You Sing’PawSox National Anthem Auditions 2019https://www.facebook.com/events/151652359075142/ -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Wicked Family FriendlyCat in the Hat StoryTimehttps://kidoinfo.com/event/special-appearance-by-cat-in-the-hat-storytime/?instance_id=18489 Rhode Island RV & Camping Show - RI Convention Centerhttps://www.facebook.com/events/203341023953658/?event_time_id=203341027286991 --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Wicked Nice Wicked Rhody is proud to partner with the United Way of Rhode Island, helping to spread the word about wonderful opportunities for you, your family, and your friends can volunteer in and around Rhode Island! Smith’s Castle, North KingstownSmith’s Castle, a 1678 house museum, needs docents to conduct tours and greeters towelcome visitors and accept payments. Commitment: two 4-hour shifts (12:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.) per month, May through mid-October. Training begins Tuesday, March 26, from 3:00 p.m.–5:00 p.m. Contact: Maggie at [email protected]. Federal Hill House, ProvidenceFHH is recruiting for the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program. VITA offers free tax help to people with low to moderate incomes, seniors, individuals with disabilities, and people with limited English proficiency. Roles needed: greeters/screeners, interpreters, tax preparers.Flexible hours. Free training provided. Contact: Roshni at [email protected]. To learn more about United Way Rhode Island, or if you’re in need of assistance visit their website or simply dial 2-1-1 and get connected to the help you need!

Wicked Rhody podcast hosts Mary and Ben discuss Rhode Island life, ideas, events, and stuff to do for the week of February 22nd. Subscribe: iTunes | Stitcher Download: (.mp3) | Mobile PlaySocial: Like Us On Facebook | Follow Us On Twitter | Follow Us On Instagram Wicked Interesting: Big Chill Weekend at URIhttps://www.facebook.com/pg/URIAlumniAssociation/events/ -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Wicked Fun in the 401 American Band Concerthttps://www.facebook.com/events/2307881162560646/ The MouseTrap - Academy Players https://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/3916706Thursday, Friday, Saturday - 7pm Sunday - 4pm Rhode Island Health and Wellness Fairhttps://www.facebook.com/events/1082194161968738/ Beach Polo - Newport - 1st Beachhttps://www.facebook.com/events/490526854809971/?event_time_id=490526861476637Saturday & Sunday - 3pm Both Days --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Border-Line Breakfast w/ Elmo & Abby at The Venus deMilo in Swansea!https://www.facebook.com/events/2089706544442434/ --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Wicked Rhody podcast hosts Mary and Ben discuss Rhode Island life, ideas, events, and stuff to do for the week of February 15th. Subscribe: iTunes | Stitcher Download: (.mp3) | Mobile PlaySocial: Like Us On Facebook | Follow Us On Twitter | Follow Us On Instagram Wicked Interesting: https://www.facebook.com/NEWPORTWINTERFEST/ Wicked Fun in the 401 Newport Vineyards WINEterfest https://www.facebook.com/events/252279838800370/?event_time_id=252279855467035 Backyard Habit - URI Master Gardeners Clubhttps://www.facebook.com/events/760567477648068/ Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets in Concert w/ RI Philharmonichttps://www.facebook.com/events/329743497576142/Saturday - two shows Bring Your Own Improv - Comedy Show - Late Nitehttps://www.facebook.com/events/296105567707073/http://www.bringyourownimprov.com/default.htm --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Family Friendly Clothes and Toy Swap https://www.facebook.com/events/232262520983978/ Providence Children’s Film Festivalhttp://providencechildrensfilmfestival.org/ --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Border-Line WW2 & Nautical Gaming Week at Battleship Cove - Fall River, MAhttps://www.facebook.com/events/2006846859405153/?event_time_id=2006846866071819 --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Wicked Romantic: Bunny Yoga - HRN Fundraiserhttps://www.facebook.com/events/293381934708585/ --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------