Name: Get to know RICKA Night
Start: 2026-05-26T19:00:00-04:00
Location: The Kayak Centre

The Kayak Centre

The Rhode Island Canoe and Kayak Association is hosting a “Get to Know RICKA Night” at The Kayak Centre, 70 Brown Street, Wickford, RI on Tuesday, May 26 at 7pm. Leaders from each of our paddle groups – Flatwater, Sea Kayak, Whitewater and Wilderness – will discuss paddle venues and environments, equipment, skills, and training opportunities. New and seasoned paddlers are invited to attend, learn about RICKA, and join our club.

Local Event: Get to know RICKA Night

Washington County

Providence Metropolitan Area

North Kingstown

Rhode Island

Get to know RICKA Night

The Rhode Island Canoe and Kayak Association is hosting a “Get to Know RICKA Night” at The Kayak Centre, 70 Brown Street,...

Cold Spring Community Center

Casting for NK Rec Dept. production of Seussical Jr, produced in partnership with Rhode Island Youth Theatre, for students ages 7-15,&nbsp; Register by May 8th through NK Rec Dept or get the link at www.RIYT.org

Local Event: Casting for NK Rec drama production of Seussical, Jr,

Casting for NK Rec drama production of...

Casting for NK Rec Dept. production of Seussical Jr, produced in partnership with Rhode Island Youth Theatre, for students ages...

Casting for NK Rec drama production of Seussical, Jr,

Help place American flags on the graves of veterans at Elm Grove Cemetery to honor the service of men and women who served in nearly all conflicts including the Revolutionary War. Flags will be placed on Saturdays, May 9 and May 16 in preparation for Memorial Day. For more information, email Office@ElmGroveCemeteryRI.com or call 401 284-6148.

Local Event: Flags for Memorial Day 2026

Flags for Memorial Day 2026

Help place American flags on the graves of veterans at Elm Grove Cemetery to honor the service of men and women who served in...

Intrepid Drive

Join us for gentle mindful movement and meditation with sounds from nature and a handpan.Follow Intrepid Drive to the boat ramp parking lot. The Spiral is located down the last path on the right.Free Event, Open to all.Bring chairs/blanket to sit on.

Local Event: A Moment at the Sprial

A Moment at the Sprial

Join us for gentle mindful movement and meditation with sounds from nature and a handpan.Follow Intrepid Drive to the boat ramp...

Jamestown Arts Center

A presentation of his new book, Happiness Ruined Everything

RSVP encouraged | Pay-what-you-can | Walk-ins welcome


Some of these essays appeared, at times in different form, in the following publications: SPIN, Poetry, Slice, Poets &amp; Writers, Ploughshares Blog, Tin House, Los Angeles Review of Books, &amp; FENCE.
The talk will begin with a few words on the genesis of Happiness Ruined Everything, sharing the unique journey of the book to publication. Following a selection of readings, Klein will offer insights into the writing process—exploring the moments that shaped the essays but never made it to the page. The evening will conclude with a Q&amp;A session, giving the audience a chance to engage directly with the author. Books will be available for purchase and a book signing will be hosted after the talk.
<hr>
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Michael Klein is a five-time finalist and two-time winner of the Lambda Literary Award for poetry. He's also the author of two books of autobiography and his work has appeared in Poetry, Paris Review, American Poetry Review, Tin House, Bennington Review and many other publications. He has taught writing at Sarah Lawrence, Binghamton University, Hunter College, the Fine Arts Work Center summer program (where he also had a fellowship in poetry in 1990), and for more than 20 years was on the MFA faculty at Goddard College. His new book,"Happiness Ruined Everything: Essays" was just published by Galileo Books. Currently, he is a consultant and editor (and sometime ghostwriter) for people who are working on memoirs and/or poetry manuscripts.

Local Event: JAC Talk: Michael Klein

JAC Talk: Michael Klein

A presentation of his new book, Happiness Ruined Everything

RSVP encouraged | Pay-what-you-can | Walk-ins welcome


Some of...

Allen Harbor Marina

We had so much fun at this event last year that we are doing it again!Join us at the Allen Harbor Marina Pavillion on Sunday, May 17th at 1pm for community and crafts. We will paint kindness rocks for distribution across town and create banners for the upcoming NK Pride Parade. Registration is requested but not required to ensure we have enough materials on hand.&nbsp;<a href="https://forms.gle/qwRoazSih4XgHDGw9?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExUk5Bb3dTeHlOZEpoRUxVenNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR7BV4UNqzgTgzdUn-kWxwKMFnVF8wpWK-Vr7cOO4nB9BtJhio3q90WRBqBkvA_aem_SB0RKTimrQYjU0Q-fTXa9g" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://forms.gle/qwRoazSih4XgHDGw9</a><a href="https://forms.gle/qwRoazSih4XgHDGw9?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExUk5Bb3dTeHlOZEpoRUxVenNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR7BV4UNqzgTgzdUn-kWxwKMFnVF8wpWK-Vr7cOO4nB9BtJhio3q90WRBqBkvA_aem_SB0RKTimrQYjU0Q-fTXa9g" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener"></a>(This is an outdoor event so dress accordingly!)

Local Event: Paint With Pride

Paint With Pride

We had so much fun at this event last year that we are doing it again!Join us at the Allen Harbor Marina Pavillion on Sunday,...

St. Bernard Church

Experience a moving tribute to the U.S. Military and Veterans performed by the Lafayette Band of North Kingstown. This free community concert features a stirring selection of patriotic music, big band, and swing tunes conducted by Music Director Charles Johnson. Donations are accepted at the door to support veterans in need and the band's community programs.

Local Event: Lafayette Band: An Armed Forces Salute

Lafayette Band: An Armed Forces Salute

Experience a moving tribute to the U.S. Military and Veterans performed by the Lafayette Band of North Kingstown. This free...

In conjunction with the exhibition NEXT 

Free and open to the public

On view from April 10 through June 13, 2026, <a href="https://www.jamestownartcenter.org/upcoming-exhibitions/next" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">NEXT</a> gathers a new generation of artists connected to Jamestown—those who grew up on the island or spent formative years within its orbit. Across media, the exhibition traces how local experience persists, mutates, and reappears within contemporary artistic production. This program brings those undercurrents into conversation, making visible the relational and generational dynamics that animate the work.
Participating artists include Gabriella Andreozzi, Eliza Boyer, Kyle Canyon, Michela Colognese, Genevieve Dupre, Caia Diepenbrock, Sarah Hirsch, Ella Hutchinson, Jenny Lathan, Ailsa Petrie, Islay Petrie, Cordelia Thomas, Teddy Trocki-Ryba, Alexi Sarah Widoff, and Casey Weibust.

Local Event: The “Next” Contestant: A Game Show–Style Artist Discussion

The “Next” Contestant: A Game Show–Style Artist...

In conjunction with the exhibition NEXT 

Free and open to the public

On view from April 10 through June 13, 2026, NEXT...

The “Next” Contestant: A Game Show–Style Artist Discussion

Kent County

East Greenwich

Newport County

Jamestown

Exeter

West Warwick

Portsmouth

Newport

Narragansett-South Kingstown

Warwick

Middletown

Richmond

South County, RI, April 24th, 2026 - Dennis McGuire AAMS, ADPA, RICP, Managing Partner of McGuire Wealth Management in Wakefield, RI has been recognized as a 2026 Rhode Island Best-In-State Wealth Advisor by Forbes.*&nbsp; 
<a href="https://nam12.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.forbes.com%2Fprofile%2Fdennis-mcguire%2F%3Flist%3Dbest-in-state-wealth-advisors%2F%26sh%3D2fc7ec143a52&amp;data=05%7C02%7Cinfo%40mcguirewealth.com%7Cd520cf5788bc4b3b7e7508de9fde2e33%7Cf26c9e3ab7f04ab7838c7a11c3e336db%7C0%7C0%7C639123973802856798%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=isqoXJ88yH5CJRKb1c%2F6eFrqRnbUFP%2BrfFYO5105cXA%3D&amp;reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noopener nofollow">https://www.forbes.com/profile/dennis-mcguire/?list=best-in-state-wealth-advisors/&amp;sh=2fc7ec143a52 </a>"It's an honor to again be named to this ranking, and we are proud to be recognized for qualities that set McGuire Wealth Management apart" he said. "We continue to serve our clients to the best of our ability, while at the same time simply doing what we love" 
 
Denny has over 25 years of experience in the financial services industry. He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Microbiology from the University of Rhode Island, as well as designations from the College of Financial Planning and the American College. 
 
Ranking algorithm based on industry experience, interviews, compliance records, assets under management, revenue, and other criteria by SHOOK Research, LLC, which does not receive compensation from the advisors or their firms in exchange for placement on a ranking. Investment performance is not a criterion. 
 
Dennis P. McGuire 
 
(401) 364-5000 
 
<a href="http://www.mcguirewealth.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">mcguirewealth.com</a> 
 
Investment and Insurance products: 
 
Not Insured by FDIC or any Federal Government Agency 
 
MAY Lose Value 
 
Not a Deposit of or Guaranteed by a Bank or Any Bank Affiliate 
 
*Third-party rankings and recognition from ratings services are no guarantee of future investment success. Working with a highly-rated adviser does not ensure that a client or prospective client will experience a higher level of performance of results. Ratings should not be considered an endorsement of the adviser by any client nor are they representative of any one client's evaluation of the adviser.

Dennis McGuire named to Forbes 2026 Best-In...

South County, RI, April 24th, 2026 - Dennis McGuire AAMS, ADPA, RICP, Managing Partner of McGuire Wealth Management in Wakefield, RI has been...

Dennis McGuire named to Forbes 2026 Best-In-State Wealth Advisors

Star studded lineup of comedians coming to Newport!

Newport Comedy Series

The Newport Comedy Series is a production company that brings live stand-up comedy and unique, interactive comedy shows to Newport, Rhode Island, and surrounding areas. For show tickets to the 2026 series at the Newport Elks Lodge, visit southcoastcomedy.com. For discounted season ticket info or Group ticket purchases of 12 or more please contact Joe Rocco, rocjoprod@gmail.com or 401.556.5779.

The Newport Comedy Series is a production company that brings live stand-up comedy and unique, interactive comedy shows to Newport, Rhode Island,...

Nearby Communities

State Edition

National Edition

North Kingstown|Local Event

Get to know RICKA Night

Event Details

More Upcoming Events

Casting for NK Rec drama production of Seussical, Jr,

MAY

9

9:00 AM

Cold Spring Community Center, 30 Beach St, North Kingstown, RI

Flags for Memorial Day 2026

MAY

9

9:00 AM

960 Tower Hill Rd, North Kingstown, RI

A Moment at the Sprial

MAY

9

10:30 AM

Intrepid Drive, Intrepid Dr, North Kingstown, RI

JAC Talk: Michael Klein

MAY

12

6:00 PM

Jamestown Arts Center, 18 Valley St, Jamestown, RI

Paint With Pride

MAY

17

1:00 PM

Allen Harbor Marina, 24 Bruce Boyer Rd, North Kingstown, RI

Lafayette Band: An Armed Forces Salute

MAY

17

2:00 PM

St. Bernard Church, 275 Tower Hill Rd, North Kingstown, RI

The “Next” Contestant: A Game Show–Style Artist Discussion

MAY

17

4:00 PM

Jamestown Arts Center, 18 Valley St, Jamestown, RI

Casting for NK Rec drama production of Seussical, Jr,

Dennis McGuire named to Forbes 2026 Best-In-State Wealth Advisors

Newport Comedy Series