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Newport-based musician and educator Chase Ceglie blends his Berklee-honed skills, love of songwriting, and a teacher’s mindset to help students — and himself — find rhythm through routine
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Join Rhode Island PBS and The Public’s Radio for the community premiere of the “Our Town: Barrington” documentary, made possible by the residents and friends of Barrington!

The screening will take place at the Barrington Public Library on Sept. 2 at 6 p.m. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. To attend this free-of-charge event, REGISTER HERE. We look forward to seeing you there!

Unable to attend the community screening? Watch the broadcast premiere of “Our Town: Barrington” on Sept. 3 at 8 p.m. on WSBE Rhode Island PBS.
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