On Sunday, January 28, 2024, the Banjo Bob All-Stars Dixieland Band played a concert of New Orleans Jazz at Warwick Public Library. Come eavesdrop on a tune from their show.
Warwick Life host Scott Nerney talks with Brian Jones , writer, director, and co-producer of the 2009 documentary The Tent: Life in the Round . Brian started as an usher at the Tent at age 14 and worked his way up to assistant to the general manager. Hear about hot and humid high school graduations, why the Tent closed, encounters with Brooks & Dunn and Tom Jones, why Brian disliked working the box office phone, and singing happy birthday to Kevin Cronin from REO Speedwagon. Read about Th...
Warwick font fanatic Rylan explores how to create the feeling of fonts with carefully crafted soundscapes. Everyone knows what Comic Sans looks like, but what does it sound like? And what other fonts is Rylan showing us through sound? See Comic Sans and take a look at fonts #1 , #2 , and #3 . Sound effects by the BBC ....
Warwick Life host Scott Nerney talks with Chris Dias —aka Chris the Tech Guy—from Tech 911. Tech 911 helps businesses and individuals fix problems and get the most out of information technology. Hear how to protect yourself from viruses and scams, about business services, including technology upgrades, management, and support, about keeping old technology running, and about transferring data to new devices and disposing of old equipment. Visit the Tech 911 website . Call them at (401) 681-4911. ...
Learn how to find a career in a competitive job market in this monthly series by Warwick career management specialist Kathleen Dohoney . Today, discover how a resume writer and career coach can help you with your job search. Kathleen Dohoney, ACRW, CPRW, CDCS, CCTC, is a Career Coach at Randstad RiseSmart and a Career Specialist at Celtic Résumé Services. Visit Celtic Resume Services . Go to Kathleen’s LinkedIn page . Write to Kathleen at [email protected]...
Warwick volunteer Cameron Kadek talks with Rhode Home Rescue President Nadine “Dina” McCaffrey about rescuing dogs. In 2016, six Rhode Home Rescue volunteers saved 138 dogs. Seven years later, 650 volunteers are saving 1,000 dogs annually. Hear where the dogs are coming from, what it’s like to foster a dog, about the group’s new home in Conimicut, dog training classes, and poop bag and tennis ball lending library, and how you can adopt. Visit the Rhode Home Rescue website ....
Imagine who you might bump into on the streets on the Upper West Side in New York City. This podcast “won’t let you down.” You never know who's going to turn up in the stories on Elly McGuire's podcast, Shaking The Bushes —Yoko Ono, Jonas Salk, Richard Hatch (Richard Hatch?), even a former President, to name a few—as she shares humorous and often unpredictable autobiographical anecdotes and social commentary about living parallel lives in her "cozy" apartment in Manhattan and her childhood home ...
Swimming with a former POTUS is just one of the many consequences of Elly's addiction to being in or around water. You never know who's going to turn up in the stories on Elly McGuire's podcast, Shaking The Bushes —Yoko Ono, Jonas Salk, Richard Hatch (Richard Hatch?), even a former President, to name a few—as she shares humorous and often unpredictable autobiographical anecdotes and social commentary about living parallel lives in her "cozy" apartment in Manhattan and her childhood home in Warwi...
Warwick Life host Scott Nerney talks with Rhode Island Parrot Rescue Director Corrie Butler . Rhode Island Parrot Rescue takes in and rehabilitates parrots, helps them find new homes, and educates the public about exotic birds. Hear why parrots need rehabilitation, how many homes an average parrot will have in their lifetime, how to adopt a bird, about boarding services, how to volunteer, and the best things to donate. Visit the Rhode Island Parrot Rescue website and Facebook page . Warwick Life...
D.K. McKenzie —Warwick poet, pianist, and founder of The Poe Underground, a spoken word and music project—plays an original piano composition under his recording of Meeting at Night by Robert Browning and Honeymoon and an unnamed poem by D.K. McKenzie. Meeting at Night The grey sea and the long black land; And the yellow half-moon large and low; And the startled little waves that leap In fiery ringlets from their sleep, As I gain the cove with pushing prow, And quench its speed i' the slushy san...
Learn how to find a career in a competitive job market in this monthly series by Warwick career management specialist Kathleen Dohoney . Today, learn about jobs and hiring trends at the beginning of 2024. Episode links: Golden Age Discover the Best Jobs for People over 50 The Future of the Office Has Arrived: It's Hybrid Kathleen Dohoney, ACRW, CPRW, CDCS, CCTC, is a Career Coach at Randstad RiseSmart and a Career Specialist at Celtic Résumé Services. Visit Celtic Resume Services ...
Warwick Life host Scott Nerney talks with Brian Jones , writer, director, and co-producer of the 2009 documentary The Tent: Life in the Round . Brian started as an usher at the Tent at age 14 and worked his way up to assistant to the general manager. Hear about what the stars were really like, why comedians tended to keep to themselves, WWF wrestling and close encounters with wrestlers, the Tent’s most infamous show, dressing room trailers, and over-the-top contract riders. Read about The Tent...
Warwick has so many awesome places to eat and drink. Join Leslie Wasilewski to find out what makes them Wicked Good. Today, Leslie talks with Angelica “Gel” Penta from Gel’s Kitchen breakfast and lunch restaurant about how she started her second location in Warwick and how Gel’s Kitchen gives back to the community. Visit the Gel’s Kitchen website . Write to Leslie at [email protected]....
Brought to you by Warwick Radio and the Warwick Historical Society, the Warwick History Quiz Show delivers fascinating facts about the city and a challenge for our contestants. Join host Jen Linton , Warwick Historical Society member Mark Brown , and returning champions Leslie Wasilewski and Scott Nerney for a fascinating look at the curious way some Warwick streets are named. If you would like to be a contestant on the Warwick History Quiz Show, write to [email protected]....
Warwick Life host Scott Nerney talks with Daniels Halloween House manager and creator Mike Daniels . Every fall, Mike Daniels builds a delightful all-ages Halloween display at his home at 69 Darrow Drive in Buttonwoods, and when the season changes, he puts up a Christmas display. Hear Scott and Mike catch up on this year’s Halloween exhibit and find out what you’ll see when you visit the Daniels Halloween House Christmas show. Visit the Daniels Halloween House of Warwick Facebook page. Warwick L...
Warwick Public Schools Family Engagement Coordinator Cameron Kadek , SEL Coordinator Kristin Murray , and Project AWARE Coordinator Whitney Walker talk about an upcoming community event with journalist Kate Fagan. On Wednesday, December 6 at Warwick Veterans Middle School, Emmy-Award winning journalist and New York Times bestselling author Kate Fagan will talk about mental health, social media, and perfectionism. The program starts with a mental health resource fair at 6 p.m., and Kate will spea...
Warwick Life host Scott Nerney talks with Mayor Frank Picozzi about his other job running the Picozzi Family Christmas Display. The Picozzi Family Christmas Display is a beloved Warwick holiday light show. Hear how Mayor Picozzi got started, how his daughters promoted his display, how the Mayor fits designing, building, and setting up into his schedule, letters to Santa, collecting donations for the Tomorrow Fund, light peepers, and when you can see the show. Visit the Picozzi Family Christmas D...
Warwick Life host Scott Nerney talks with Mayor Frank Picozzi about short and long term plans for the city. Hear about using ARPA funds to improve city infrastructure, reevaluation, the school bond, the Conimicut warning system, reelection, naming rights for the new ice skating rink, Mickey Stevens Sports Complex, new businesses, City Centre Warwick, T.F. Green International Airport, redevelopment of former schools, and the Strolling Rolling Apponaug Winter Festival. Warwick Life highlights what...
Learn how to find a career in a competitive job market in this monthly series by Warwick career management specialist Kathleen Dohoney . Today, discover how to use LinkedIn to network and search for jobs. Kathleen Dohoney, ACRW, CPRW, CDCS, CCTC, is a Career Coach at Randstad RiseSmart and a Career Specialist at Celtic Résumé Services. Visit Celtic Resume Services . Go to Kathleen’s LinkedIn page . Write to Kathleen at [email protected]....
Warwick Life host Scott Nerney talks with Spinnaker Asset Management Certified Financial Planner Lisa Picillo . Spinnaker Asset Management is a small Warwick firm that offers customized and personalized retirement planning. Hear myths about financial planning, how financial planners work with clients of all ages to set and meet their retirement goals, and how expert advice can help you navigate complex investment options. Visit the Spinnaker Asset Management website . Write to Lisa at lpicillo@s...
Warwick has so many awesome places to eat and drink. Join Leslie Wasilewski to find out what makes them Wicked Good. Today, Leslie talks with Amanda Ricci from Eye on the Prize Nutrition smoothie and juice bar and samples their Captain America, Mocha Pumpkin Protein Coffee, and Apple Cider Sangria shakes and teas. Visit the Eye on the Prize Nutrition Facebook page . Write to Leslie at [email protected]....
Warwick 18-year-old Matt talks about what it’s like to live in a group home in Warwick. Group homes give residential support to adult men and women with developmental disabilities. Hear what a typical day is like for Matt at home and on adventures around the city with his personal worker Molly .
Warwick Life host Scott Nerney talks with We’re Here for the Dogs founder Tracy Kay . We’re Here for The Dogs helps local animal rescues in Rhode Island, Massachusetts, and Connecticut raise funds, collect donations, and gather supplies. Hear why rescues need help and how We’re Here for the Dogs supports local rescues with their annual Pawliday Christmas Giving Drive and holiday Photoshoot Minis throughout the year. Visit the We’re Here for the Dogs website . Warwick Life highlights what’s speci...
Warwick Life host Scott Nerney talks with Warwick civil engineer and American Civil War general George Sears Greene . For the benefit of the Apponaug Girl, at the Theatre Warwick at Sandy Lane, this present Tuesday being the 31st of October, will be presented a costly and magnificent cavalcade called The Forgotten General, set to music by Mr. D.K. McKenzie—featuring the first appearance of the celebrated Paul Bourget as General George Sears Greene and Scott Nerney as himself. Warwick Life highli...
Warwick Life host Scott Nerney talks with Care Access Principal Investigator Sudhir Bansal about diabetes. Care Access conducts clinical trials for new medications, including drugs for diabetes. Hear about the connection between diabetes and obesity, inactivity, and heredity, signs of the disease, the harm it can cause to your eyes, kidneys, heart, and brain, the importance of early diagnosis, and recent treatment breakthroughs. Learn more about diabetes at a Care Access open house at 215 Toll G...
Join lawyer and true crime fanatic Kate Itacy for stories about crimes allegedly committed by Warwick citizens or within Warwick city limits. Today, hear the tale of Warwick fugitive Adam Emery. When his Ford Thunderbird was sideswiped at Rocky Point Park in 1990, Adam sped after the wrong car and stabbed the driver to death. After he was convicted of murder, Adam and his wife seemingly jumped to their deaths from the Claiborne Pell Bridge, but the FBI says it has no reason to believe Adam is de...
Learn how to find a career in a competitive job market in this monthly series by Warwick career management specialist Kathleen Dohoney . Today, discover how to set up your LinkedIn profile. Episode link: 108 Important LinkedIn Statistics for 2023 (Data & Trends) Kathleen Dohoney, ACRW, CPRW, CDCS, CCTC, is a Career Coach at Randstad RiseSmart and a Career Specialist at Celtic Résumé Services. Visit Celtic Resume Services . Go to Kathleen’s LinkedIn page . Write to ...
Join lawyer and true crime fanatic Kate Itacy for stories about crimes allegedly committed by Warwick citizens or within Warwick city limits. Today, hear the tale of Warwick murder suspect Adam Emery. When his Ford Thunderbird was sideswiped at Rocky Point Park in 1990, Adam sped after the wrong car, ran it off the road, and stabbed the driver to death. At trial, Adam argues he only meant to talk with the driver about the accident, and only stabbed the driver when Adam believed his own life was ...
Warwick has so many awesome places to eat and drink. Join Leslie Wasilewski to find out what makes them Wicked Good. Today, Leslie talks with John Papa from The Greenwood Inn Restaurant & Bar and samples their hand-cut, breaded mozzarella sticks dipped in their homemade white sauce. Visit the Greenwood Inn website . Write to Leslie at [email protected]....
Warwick Life host Scott Nerney talks with Daniels Halloween House manager and creator Mike Daniels . Mike Daniels began creating Halloween displays in his neighborhood at age 11, built displays for the Cranston YMCA and Boys & Girls Clubs, and worked at Field of Screams before he started the Daniels Halloween House at 69 Darrow Drive in Buttonwoods. Hear about this year’s theme and how you can enjoy a delightful all-ages show. Visit the Daniels Halloween House of Warwick Facebook page. Warwi...
