Free and Ongoing... Free public sky viewing at Ladd Observatory, 210 Doyle Avenue, located at the corner of Doyle and Hope. (Visitors should park on Doyle Ave., as Observatory parking is very limited.) "Open to the public, free of charge, from 8:00-10:00 pm on Tuesday evenings, weather permitting. Please call 401-863-2323 for updated information."The Narragansett Bay Wheelmen each Sunday throughout the year offer rides at various locations in Rhode Island. "Every Sunday we offer rides of at least 2 distances; 20/30/50 miles are common, with longer options in summer, shorter in winter. Three century rides (100 miles) are offered each year, with shorter options available." Narragansett Bay Wheelmen Free 411 calls can be made by dialing 1-800-FREE-411 anytime throughout the day. (Audio advertising may be included.) The service is voice-automated and works fairly well. The Mishnock Barn in West Greenwich on the first Thursday of the month has Band Night and country line dancing starting at 8:00 pm. (Doors open at 7:00 pm.) No cover charge. Cash bar. 200 Mishnock Road Free WIFI in Rhode Island most of the time at the locations listed. Note: Locations should be checked first to be sure. Locations: wififreespot.com/ri.php openwifispots.com "Free Meal for the Needy" at Victory Assembly of God church every last Thursday of every month at 5:00 p.m. in the Victory Café. Donations welcome. 321 Veazie Street Free Craft Bash on the last Saturday of every month, except December from 11 am - 2 pm. Families welcome. Artists' Exchange Free fresh produce for lower-income Rhode Islanders at St. Joseph Health Center every fourth Thursday from noon - 2 p.m. 21 Peace Street Open Tech Time @ Cranston Central Library on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 2:30-4:30 pm. Location: Central Library C Lab, Cranston Central Library, 140 Sockanosset Cross Rd, Cranston, R.I. "Use the 3D Printer, photo printer, laptop computers, and other technology in the lab. This time can be self-paced or independent or with assistance from a librarian." Contact: Katherine 401-943-9080   | Free This Month... December, 2018  Free music and refreshments at the Music Mansion on Sunday, December 2nd, at 2:00 pm. "The Music Mansion is an old tradition offering a range of accomplished musicians performing in an elegant historical home. The musical program lasts about an hour and a half, followed by refreshments in the mansion's tea room. This congenial and dignified setting welcomes all manner of music-loving guests, and is completely free. It's recommended that donations be made in support of the work being done here." (See Reviews of the Free for more info.) Music Mansion Christmas Open House at Sprague Mansion and Joy Homestead on Tuesday, December 4th, from 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm. "Holiday Open Houses at Governor Sprague Mansion (1351 Cranston St) and Colonial Joy Homestead (156 Scituate Ave). Enjoy holiday music, cookies and wassail and holiday spirit by visiting our museums. The Cranston Historical Society has graciously opened both museumsto the public at no charge for several decades. It is our way to share some kindredhospitality and welcome our visitors. Andrew Kaplan, Rhode Island pianist, will perform musical selections on CranstonHistorical Society’s rare 1800s Concerta D Grand Steinway for your enjoyment.Members from the Pawtuxet Rangers will make a special visitation to the SpragueMansion. The Western Cranston Garden Club decorates the Mansion in a spiritedVictorian-theme each year. Colonial-dressed hosts will greet visitors at the JoyHomestead -- enjoy colonial cheer and the warmth of the Job Joy’s fireplaced home.Commodore Whipple and Major Pitcairn of his Majesty’s Marines will visit theHomestead this year." Sprague Mansion Toys for Tots Toy Drive LIVE! at the Warwick Mall on Friday, December 7th from 10am to 7pm. "Hosted LIVE with 92 PRO FM, and HOT 106 at the Carousel Food Court. Donate a new, unwrapped toy! Win prizes on the hour, every hour!" Warwick Mall Free music and refreshments at the Music Mansion on Sunday, December 9th, at 2:00 pm. "The Music Mansion is an old tradition offering a range of accomplished musicians performing in an elegant historical home. The musical program lasts about an hour and a half, followed by refreshments in the mansion's tea room. This congenial and dignified setting welcomes all manner of music-loving guests, and is completely free. It's recommended that donations be made in support of the work being done here." (See Reviews of the Free for more info.) Music Mansion Learn How to Meditate with Sahaja Yoga Meditation @ Warwick Central Library on Monday, December 10th at 6:30-8:30 pm. Location: Small Meeting Room, Warwick Central Library, 600 Sandy Lane Road, Warwick, RI 02889. "Learn how to meditate with a weekly Sahaja Yoga Meditation class on Mondays at 6:30 p.m. Sahaja Yoga Meditation uses the best of Eastern culture and philosophy to teach students how to reduce stress, improve concentration, and feel better and in control. The first 45 minutes of each class will introduce Sahaja Yoga Meditation. Then, students will practice meditating. Drop in to discover Sahaja Yoga Meditation and find out how it can help you develop a calm and focused mind." Contact Name: Wil Gregersen Learn How to Meditate with Sahaja Yoga Meditation @ Warwick Central Library on Monday, December 17th at 6:30-8:30 pm. Location: Small Meeting Room, Warwick Central Library, 600 Sandy Lane Road, Warwick, RI 02889. "Learn how to meditate with a weekly Sahaja Yoga Meditation class on Mondays at 6:30 p.m. Sahaja Yoga Meditation uses the best of Eastern culture and philosophy to teach students how to reduce stress, improve concentration, and feel better and in control. The first 45 minutes of each class will introduce Sahaja Yoga Meditation. Then, students will practice meditating. Drop in to discover Sahaja Yoga Meditation and find out how it can help you develop a calm and focused mind." Contact Name: Wil Gregersen Artists' Opening Reception at Slater Memorial Park inside the art museum on TBA, 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm. "Rhode Island Watercolor Society allows artist members and the general public to view, purchase, exhibit and learn about watermedia art. Go to www.riws.org or call 401-726-1876 for more information." Slater Memorial Park The Providence Art Club hosts a free artists' reception open to the public onTBA, at 2:00 - 4:00 pm. "The Providence Art Club offers a rich representation of artistic talent in spacious galleries designed with comfortable elegance in mind. The staff is prompt and courteous to all the guests in an atmosphere that often results in multiple art purchases and a spirit of congenial social participation." (...From Reviews of the Free.) The Providence Art Club Free Artists' Opening Reception to be held at the Warwick Center for the Arts on TBA from 6:00 - 7:30 pm. "The public is invited to meet the artists and learn more about their work and creative process. Reception and exhibit are free and open to all; donations of $3-$5 will be gratefully accepted in the gallery box. Plenty of free parking behind WMOA and Budlong Library." Warwick Center for the Arts Request to get on our e-mail list! © 2015-2024 by freestuffri.com. All rights reserved. | The Info Sector   |
FAQs
What is considered low income in Rhode Island? ›
Adjusted Poverty Numbers in Rhode Island
The federal government establishes a baseline amount for what it considers to be low income, which in 2022 is $14,580 a year for a single adult.
What are Rhode Island's natural resources? Rhode Island has many natural resources. They are: fertile land for planting and farming, trees for wood and homes, and plenty of food for hunting. There is fishing for shellfish, cod, sea bass, tuna, flounder, lobsters, clams, swordfish, mackarel, butterfish, and squid.
What could people practice more freely in the Rhode Island colony? ›Rhode Island's Royal Charter, 1663
The Royal Charter guaranteed religious freedom for Rhode Islanders. It was the first colony to have this freedom.
Rhode Island's most valuable natural resource is water. Others include soil/land, forests, wetlands, animals (especially aquatic species), and plants (especially native plants). There are/have been quarries in operation as well.
What is the income for food stamps in Rhode Island? ›| Household size | Maximum monthly gross income (185%) (Households without an older adult or someone with a disability) | Maximum monthly gross income (200%) (Households with an older adult or someone with a disability) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $2,248 | $2,430 |
| 2 | $3,041 | $3,288 |
| 3 | $3,833 | $4,144 |
| 4 | $4,625 | $5,000 |
Eligible households must be at or below 80% of Area Median Income (AMI), which translates to approximately $69,200 annual income for a family of four in most parts of the State. Income Limits are available online at www.RentReliefRI.com.
How do people make money in Rhode Island? ›Health services and tourism are the two largest industries in Rhode Island, with tourists to the state attracted by beaches, recreational activities, and historical sites. Jobs in finance, insurance, and real estate have all grown steadily in recent years.
What is the largest ethnicity in Rhode Island? ›Rhode Island Demographics
White: 77.03% Two or more races: 6.59% Black or African American: 6.36% Other race: 6.1%
Roger Williams and his followers settled on Narragansett Bay, where they purchased land from the Narragansett Indians and established a new colony governed by the principles of religious liberty and separation of church and state. Rhode Island became a haven for Baptists, Quakers, Jews and other religious minorities.
Who is the most famous person from Rhode Island? ›Roger Williams is perhaps the most famous person from Rhode Island. He was an English-born minister, theologian, and author who founded Providence Plantations, which became the Colony of Rhode Island and Providence Plantations (later changed to Rhode Island in 2020).
What is the motto of Rhode Island? ›
The arms of the state are a golden anchor on a blue field, and the motto thereof is the word "Hope".
What was invented in Rhode Island? ›The invention of the steam engine by Rhode Islander George Henry Corliss meant that factories could thereafter be built anywhere.
What is considered the poverty level in Rhode Island? ›FAST FACTS. The median household income in Rhode Island is $63,296. The poverty line is $24,860 for a family of four. 12.9% of Rhode Island residents live in poverty.
What is middle class income in Rhode Island? ›To look at what an individual person needs to make to be considered “middle class” in the Providence metro area, we can use a Pew Research calculator from 2020. The calculator shows a large middle class in Providence. If you're making between $28,000 and $83,900, you're in the middle class, according to Pew.
What is considered a low class income? ›Where you rank by income. According to the Census Bureau's Income in the United States: 2022 report, the median household income is $74,580 (a 2.3% decline from 2021), while household income levels for each class level are as follows: Lower class: less than or equal to $30,000. Lower-middle class: $30,001 – $58,020.
What income is considered low income in the United States? ›| Persons in family/household | Poverty guideline |
|---|---|
| 1 | $12,880 |
| 2 | $17,420 |
| 3 | $21,960 |
| 4 | $26,500 |