VISITING ARTIST OPENING

Leah Keith

Thursday, Oct. 8, 6-8pm

508 Main St. Warren RI

We’ll have light refreshments and nibbles.

MEET THE ARTIST!

‘I am different and different is good’ – Leah Keith

I have been creating art and poetry since I could talk and even before I could walk. I am a strong advocate for both myself and others with different abilities. My art is a way of expressing who I am. My preferred medium is painting with acrylic paint on canvas in free form and then spontaneously reciting a poem, which is transcribed on paper by my trusted support assistant, Stephen Alfano.

My abstract paintings are created through a meditative process that leads to a new poem to complete the process. Over the years I've developed a technique which combines colors in one brush stroke. These swirls of color have dimension, which somehow keep their form and thankfully don’t turn to mud.

As a serious thinker I want to make a positive impact on my community. Through community activism I advocate and educate about disability awareness. Through my art I have found my place in society and through this medium I have also found myself. I’ve won many awards for my poetry and have served as the Poet Laureate for VSA Arts of RI for the past 6 years. I have written and presented my poetry at many events, such as the 25th anniversary celebration of the Americans with Disabilities Act at Pawtucket Town Hall, Imago’s Poetry in The Wild event for the 2023 October Walkabout and at Salve Regina University. I was the keynote speaker for the 2021 Advocates in Action Conference. I attended the Bristol Community College theater program and performed and wrote for several productions, such as, Shakespeare’s Measure for Measure, Matchsticks and Treasure Island. I published a book called, I Am Leah, and am preparing to publish my second book, The Calling. Both books are collections of my art and poetry.

Through this current collection of painting and poetry I continue to explore my environment and how I relate to it. My art gives me a way to grow and develop and connects me to my community in a unique way.

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VISITING ARTIST’S OPENING

Life Inc. Artists

Thursday, Sept. 10, 3-5pm

508 Main St. Warren RI

We’ll have light refreshments and nibbles.

MEET THE ARTISTS!

Geoffrey Campbell:

Geoffrey  is inspired by the beauty and wonder of the outdoors. He enjoys spending his free time exploring different sights and discovering unique things along the way. Geoffrey brings his artwork to life by incorporating real objects he has found on his adventures, capturing the natural beauty and true essence of the outdoors in his work.

Ekaterina Dyer:

Katia is a talented artist who enjoys expressing herself through painting. She is often inspired to experiment with different colors, styles, and techniques that she has learned along her artistic journey. Each painting gives Katia an opportunity to explore her creativity and create something uniquely her own.

Morgan Morrison:

Morgan is an up-and-coming artist who enjoys bringing some of her favorite things to life through her artwork. In her free time, she loves to doodle and draw inspiration from the people, places, and things she sees along the way. Her art is a fun and creative way for her to express herself and share the things that inspire her.

Samantha Soares:

Sami is newer to the art world and enjoys exploring her creativity through painting. She loves experimenting with different textures and techniques as she discovers the styles and artistic approaches she enjoys most. Each piece is an opportunity for Sami to try something new and continue developing her unique artistic voice.

Folks Fest X

Saturday, August 15th, 2026, 1-7pm

30 Cutler St. Warren RI

Music + Food + Drink + Art + FREE!

Located in the backlot of Cutler Mills, this free, family-friendly festival celebrates the very best of Warren’s creative spirit. Whether you're searching for a unique find from over 40 local makers or grabbing a bite from a variety of area food vendors, there is something here for everyone.

MUSIC

FOOD & DRINK

Satisfy any craving with a wide variety of food and drink from local vendors: Blounts, Pita Pockets, Tolia, Cluck Truck & Mumsies, Narragansett Beer, RI Crusin’, Kristi’s Kraftails & Dels

SPONSORED BY:

ARTISIANS & MAKERS

Shop from a variety of local artists & makers

FAQ’S

Getting Here

There is no on-site parking.

Since Warren is a cozy(small) town and parking is limited, we highly recommend walking or biking to the event. It's right off the East Bay Bike path.

If you're coming from out of town, the RIPTA 60 BUS lets off on Main St and it's just a short walk to 30 Cutler St. From Newport, get off near the George Hail Library. From PVD, get off at Miller & Main — just steps from Centreville Bank and a 5-minute walk to 30 Cutler St.

If you must drive, there's parking very close by on Railroad Avenue AND at the Park + Ride off Franklin. We also reserve a couple of spots for handicap parking in 2nd Lot.

**Please do not park in the lot at Tom's Market + the other Mill at 16 Cutler**

Can I bring a chair?

Absolutely! Get comfy and bring a chair or blanket.

Is there a safe area for my bicycle?

Yes! Recycle-a-Bike offers free and secure valet parking for your bike.

Can I bring my dog?

Yes! Dogs are welcome at Folks Fest, so long as they’re on leash and do well in crowds. Keep in mind, it can be hot and loud and crowded.

How about kids?

Absolutely! Folks Fest is fun for the whole family. In fact, we have a FREE family art + crafts tent where the little ones can make something fun & Face Painting! (donations appreciated)

VISITING ARTISTS OPENING

Life Inc. Artists

August 6th, 3-5pm

508 Main St. Warren RI

We’ll have light refreshments and nibbles.

YOUTH ARTIST OPENING

Talia Shenett

July 9th, 6-8pm

508 Main St. Warren RI

We’ll have light refreshments and nibbles.

Talia Shenett, (more commonly known from her online presence as Butterknives_DEVO, is an 18 year old artist + musician living in Somerset, Massachusetts. 

Online, she primarily posts her digitally-drawn art. She is fairly well known in the art and music community for providing “a concerning amount of DEVO fanart”, says composer + DEVO frontman Mark Mothersbaugh. 

However, she will occasionally post some of her more “out of the box” works as well. But she prefers to save those pieces for gallery shows, like the one you are currently attending as you read this. (Thats right, I see you.) 

She is also a self taught animator, and she has been practicing since the age of 8.

Heavily influenced by the works of Mark Mothersbaugh + Gary Baseman, Talia has made collections of countless numbers of doodles on little index cards and postcards. Her biggest artistic achievement is working with Mark himself on said postcards. He has been a fan of her work since 2022 and offered to collaborate.

“Most of the work that I do (that requires non-lyrical words) are often portrayals of how my brain operates vs how the world operates. Many things that make sense to everyone else don't make sense to me. I don’t think I'm better than anyone for being different, but I also don't understand living a life without expressing your individuality. I hope you find something of mine that tickles your fancy.”

“Wear gaudy colors or avoid display!”

YOUTH ARTIST OPENING

Sophia Genereux

June 11th,6-8pm

508 Main St. Warren RI

We’ll have light refreshments and nibbles.

As a sophomore in high school, I have been further developing my artistic voice and style in art classes. My focus for this exhibition was to tackle new subject matter, like landscapes and birds, and to render images more simplistically.  Less blending and more block-style shading is what I have been trying to achieve, and slowly that’s beginning to take shape. I’m excited for what comes next!!