Tucked away in the tiny, but thrilling state of Rhode Island, known to locals as RI, is a group of adventurous kids who have an insatiable thirst for water activities. They’re not your typical land-locked children, oh no, they're RI’s Magnificent Marine Marauders and they rule the waves! In our story, RI is a place where the sun always smiles, the seafood is always scrumptious, and the ocean is always inviting. It's not as big as Texas or as famous as New York, but RI packs more fun into its pint-sized boundaries than a clown car packs in...well...clowns! Imagine a character named Bubbling Bob, a big, bumbling blue whale who’s more interested in belly flops and backstrokes than in being a colossal sea creature. He's not your average whale; he's got a sense of humor as giant as the ocean itself! He loves nothing more than cheering on the kids as they surf, kayak, and snorkel their way across Rhode Island's rippling waves. These RI kids, with their sun-kissed skin and salt-streaked hair, are the living definitions of water babies. They've got more energy than a hamster on a sugar rush and more bravery than a lion in a mouse convention. They fearlessly ride the waves, dive into the deep, and race along the rivers, always under the watchful eye of Bubbling Bob. And so, in this enchanting state of RI, amidst the laughter echoing across the beaches, the splashes from the playful water fights, and the encouraging roars of Bubbling Bob, our story of the RI kids and their water adventures unfolds. Pop on your imaginary lifejackets, dear readers, for a frolicking, funny, and fantastically wet journey with the Magnificent Marine Marauders of Rhode Island!
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DEBUT Creative Center & Theater-Studio is a dual-language (English–Russian) program where kids explore creativity, confidence, and self-expression. From theater and dance to fencing and stage performance, children can try new activities and discover their unique talents. Small class sizes let instructors give each child personalized attention, helping them feel comfortable, supported, and confident as they learn. Kids build artistic skills while also developing social confidence, teamwork, and poise on stage and in everyday life. Our programs celebrate each child’s individuality, combining fun, hands-on experiences with a focus on personal growth—all while keeping Russian language and culture an important part of the curriculum.
Narrow River provides a number of options for paddlers of all ages and abilities to explore. One can paddle a short distance through the estuary to the beach at the mouth of the river or explore the John H. Chafee National Wildlife Refuge at Pettaquamscutt Cove. Those wishing to paddle longer distances and venture up to the ice block basins and Gilbert Stuart Stream near the head of the watershed. FUN. FUN. FUN. This is an introductory class to one of the world’s fastest-growing watersports and a kid favorite: Stand-up Paddle Boarding! We aim to teach the skills needed to paddle safely and with confidence and get kids hooked on an activity they can pursue for a lifetime! We begin all our classes by getting to know one another and our equipment on dry land and learning some paddle basics before moving to the water. On the water, we emphasize safety and learning how to control our boards through a variety of games, tasks, and activities geared towards kids and having fun while exploring and learning about the beautiful Narrow River Watershed.