I visited the Riker Art Glass Studio as part of a RISD weekend continuing education class. The…read moreclass was guided by William Riker and his apprentice. They had phenomenal talents and started with information on glass an a brief demonstration. Individually students were guided through making 3 pieces which were uniquely your own. The teachers provided encouragement with instruction and helped to cover up your blunders because we were all very novice. This definitely gave me a good taste for the potential of the 6 week course which I hope to take in the future.

Summer camp, art lessons, beautiful gallery space, host an event - The Jamestown Arts center is…read moregorgeous on the inside and out and serves many functions for the community. The space itself is incredible. It used to be a boat building workshop - every major studio and gallery space has big garage doors that can open right up to the outside. Talk about nature inspiration! Don't miss the current exhibit by Lisa Barsumian!

Recently attended the "Afternoon with Three Rhode Island Poets". There were two poet laureates,Tom…read moreChandler and Lisa Starr as well as the current RI state poet Rick Benjamin. Poet Jay Primiano, opened the event. This is a terrific space with art work and great light, small enough for a poetry reading and large enough for art, or film. The readings themselves were wonderful and there were light refreshments. Glad to discover this new adddition to the arts scene in RI!

Nick is a very warm and welcoming instructor. His sincere enthusiasm about art, teaching, creating,…read morethe studio, the other artists within the studio, Rhody Arts, and Rhode Island puts a person at ease when entering the new environment. I highly recommend taking a class or dropping in on a Sunday afternoon!

I took an ink class in the artist's studio and had a great experience. He's incredibly talented and…read moreclearly very knowledgeable, but also approachable and easy to learn from. The studio was well set up, materials were ready to go, and the whole class felt relaxed and fun rather than intimidating. I walked away having learned a lot and genuinely enjoying the process. Highly recommend if you're curious about ink work or want to learn from a skilled artist in a welcoming space.

The service requested here was great a Cultural Placemaking bringing all different cultures…read moretogether. It was free of value for all different cultures to all enjoy festivities together in a peaceful atmosphere.

Variety of learning and cultural options A positive…read morecommunity influence Carries the torch for its crafts I take an extra measure of pride in Providence because the city is able to boast a feature as culturally relevant, vibrant, inclusive, educational, past-respecting yet forward-thinking, and contributory as The Steel Yard. Imagine, if you will, a light saber. Now shrink it, focus it, and make it a precision handheld device. Congratulations - in your mind's eye, you're now wielding a plasma cutter, which is a real tool you can learn to use and put to effective metal-working use after a workshop here - I did just that during a Weekend Welding Workshop and it was tough to wipe the grin off my face for quite a long time. While that might make for some of the coolest visual imagery to describe, the fact that metal grinders, MiG welders, age-old anvils, fine-gauge jewelry-making tools, ceramic works, and myriad other tools of the trade are waiting to be discovered and shared here is a great impetus to get people excited about the art and science of metal-working. The Yard recognized that and has worked hard over the years to forge the foundation, expand the awareness base, and reach out to the community - all experience levels, age ranges, and walks of life. The events here are a super draw for my family and me. The Halloween Iron Pour. The Ultimate Chef competition. The Steel Yard Cruise Night Car Show. I hear there have also been weddings here...which goes to show you don't need to be actively working metal to enjoy the Yard. That said, seeing some of the custom-chopped and augmented vehicles done on-site doesn't hurt one's appetite to grab some leathers and a visor, and get working. I received a request for donation to the Yard's efforts at the end of 2012 that moved to me action in a way that words hadn't called me to in some time. That was refreshing and invigorating; it was merely (at its essence) a request for support. And support we should. The Steel Yard is an anchor helping to revitalize an area of the city that needs it with its facility location; revitalizing a city that can use those services with its good public works, as with its creation of beautiful and utilitarian benches, garbage cans, and bike racks seen around town; revitalizing people's skill sets by providing constructive classes in a variety of disciplines at fair tuition costs, for multiple age groups; and mostly, revitalizing metal-working as a discipline that is useful, positive, artistic, and tending away from defunct and back toward common. For all of that, The Steel Yard deserves our support in keeping alive The Spark. Get involved and be about it - highest recommendation.

Looking for a daycare can be super stressful as a new mom. Especially when you a moving to new…read moreplace. I tried to contact this daycare for a week and no one answered or returned my voicemails. Today I spoke with one of the employees and in a 15 second conversation she told me there was a waiting list and my child wouldn't be able to be registered for a least a year. I explained to her I tried to call over several days and her response was "oh sorry," in a sarcastic and careless way. I really wish I would've known this. Their website is very dated and gives no information about waiting lists. I guess I was supposed to assume this. On top of that there is no easy way to find out this information but by trying to contact them via phone or email. I'm just extremely disappointed with my interaction with this daycare.

Several years back I was looking for a child care place for my 4 children. I was greeted daily by…read moresmiles and positive energy. It did take some time to get in however I was given all the information i needed and I was willing to wait seeing that there are so few places on the island. Kinderart is a great place to start your child's Learning experience. I've also noted they were voted best of Newport for the last two years. An Honor truly deserving of the school and the approach of its staff especially the directors.

Hands-down, best school you could ever go to not only are you gonna learn up-to-date bartending and…read moreMixology instruction, you are also going to gain hands-on experience. Raise amazing if you need or have a desire to get in this industry, our high school psychology is the place to go!

Amazing school! Rae is the best! 100% recommend going bring a friend! Very informative and she…read morehelps the whole way!

I would highly recommend CPR classes with Chris and Imm. They were very engaging and prepared with…read moreall the resources needed to make us feel comfortable practicing our newly taught life-saving skills.

As a student here, I learned not only how to be a good bartender, but how to be the best one I can…read morebe. I took the week long night course with TIPS certification- And I feel as confident as ever in my skills. Of course, I still need practice- But I can get all of the practice I want here, with the place being open for free practice on Fridays. The opportunities provided by Bob and the company are incredible as well- I got a great deal on a starting kit for bartenders, and on the first day, I was offered a tip on a potential job. I love this place, and if anyone is looking into becoming a bartender for any occasion, I highly recommend the Innovative Bar Institute!

Awesome class...lots of good information. Bob is cool & makes the class fun. Can't wait to get…read morestarted. Enjoy !