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HISTORY OF STILLHOUSE COVE: The Short Story

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On 25 November, 2021

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The Edgewood Village invited Board President Barbara Rubine to tell their group about the history of Stillhouse Cove, Salt Marsh and Park. Here are her comments, The Short Story.

November 18, 2021

I want to thank Michael for his invitation to talk today about the history of Stillhouse Cove, I think.  I say that because I have been so immersed in various aspects of this property for so long that, honestly, it is very challenging to focus on a short or quick study of this property that is historically accurate.   I am going to do my best to keep you interested for the few minutes I have to generally outline how this property became a park, why it is so historically and environmentally important to the neighborhood, the City, the State of Rhode Island, and the country. 

This park land that we are standing on was agricultural property that was part of the Brattle Farm.  The property that comprises the park spans from Ocean Avenue to Strathmore Place, about one half mile of waterfront.  The name “Stillhouse” came from a distillery that was owned by Joseph Rhodes and was located approximately where Trinity Church is situated today.  The home and distillery owned by Joseph Rhodes no longer exists.  

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October 26, 2021
We have new “coir logs”! Thanks to Ray and Wenley!

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On 26 October, 2021

In Events, Projects, Uncategorized

Coir logs perform an important function in the cove. Made to control erosion and protect the cove in the event of a significant storm, these “logs” help the cove stay stable and healthy. 

And Ray and Wenley? Ray Mooney and Wenley Ferguson have been supporters of the EWPA for many years, adding expertise and helping out in many ways and lately heling in acquiring and installing coir logs in the cove. 

This spring Ray saw logs posted on a social media site for a price substantially below what we have spent for similar items in the past. Given the Covid-19 situation and the difficulty of transporting them to Rhode Island, we passed on these items this spring.  However, Ray noticed last week that they were still available. He drove to New Hampshire with his trailer and brought 15 logs back.  

Wenley is lending her expertise in how these should be installed to gain the greatest benefit from them. She will advise the landscaping company that will be installing them. 

The work of EWPA couldn’t happen without the assistance of such important friends of EWPA and we thank them for their generous and important efforts. 

Thanks Ray and Wenley!! 

October 23, 2021 Winterberry (and Hydrangeas) on the Move and Nasty Asphalt Out!

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On 23 October, 2021

In Events, Projects

Maintaining the park includes keeping a close eye on the plants that are doing well and the ones that need some help. It also means always improving. 

Last year Winterberry were planted in the northern curve of the park. The berries feed the birds throughout early winter and add a nice look to the edge of the park. Several of the plants did quite well while a few seemed to struggle. 

In an effort to give them a better location to thrive, we, led by Nick Cokonis, moved the winterberry to a location a with more sun and less competition for water. Where the Winterberry were removed, they were replaced by a variety of smooth hydrangea called ‘Invincibelle Ruby.’ 

A Better Hydrangea for Pollinators (including Bees!)

“The pollinators love these Hydrangeas” said Nick Cokonis. He continued explaining that the variety of hydrangea chosen to replace the spots where the Winterberry were have reproductive organs and nectar available. Most commercial hydrangea are cultivated to lose the nectar and reproductive organs so they won’t produce nectar or pollen. In these commercial plants, the sterile flowers can be four times the size, making them thirstier. 

Asphalt: The Nasty Gift that Keeps on Giving

The slow release of petroleum from asphalt dumped on the site years ago is the nasty gift that keeps on giving. While preparing beds, the crew took the time to remove as much of the tar that they could find. 

October 2nd: Thwarting the pernicious pear (and other invasive growth).

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On 2 October, 2021

In Events, Projects, Uncategorized

On Saturday, October 2, 2021 Board Members from the EWPA worked in the early morning sun to remove invasive growth from the cove. This removal, done once per year, allows the naturally occurring growth room to thrive. The removal included a surprising number of young “pear” trees, that, according to understanding, are a variety that never actually produce pears!!

Board Members Lynn, Richard and Joe deep in the marsh removing invasive growth
Board President Barbara applying solution to invasive to inhibit regrowth.
Board Members Lynn and Joe removing invasive growth from the cove.

Successful September 18 Clean Up!

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On 10 September, 2021

In Events

Your neighbors joined together for a Stillhouse Cove Clean Up in cooperation with Save the Bay.

Saturday September 18, 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM

Here are some photos from the event.

Stem Learning at Stillhouse Cove

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On 21 August, 2021

In Events, Uncategorized

By DANIEL A. KITTREDGE (CRANSTON HERALD)

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Summer and science?

It might not be the combination most students have in mind when the school year ends. But for students in the STEM Advantage program, the two went hand-in-hand over the past several weeks.

“You’ve got to be precise with what you do. You’ve got to double check everything, triple check, test things out … One thing about learning is that you just have to do trial and error,” Andy Wu, an incoming 10th-grader at Cranston High School East, said while demonstrating a series of circuit experiments last week at Park View Middle School…

Read about this on Cranston Herald Online https://cranstononline.com/stories/summer-of-stem-through-six-week-program-students-focus-on-fighting-pollution-finding-potential,164328

July 2021
Planting New Grasses to Add Support and a Great Place for Bees!

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On 26 July, 2021

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In July with the help of a large number of volunteers led by Nick Cokonis, we planted Switchgrass (Panicum virgatum ‘Shenandoah’) and Little Bluestem (Schizachyrium scoparium  ‘Standing Ovation’) grasses on the top of the banks.

Both grasses are prairie grasses that are recognized in the category of “warm season grasses” known for their long roots to control erosion and their drought tolerance. These were chosen to protect the embankment from erosion and for their color in the fall to add more interest to the park.

Save The Bay generously donated over 400 plugs of Switchgrass to our planting effort to help patch in spotty growth in existing Switchgrass stands and to control erosion.  They are all native plants used where the soil is dry and nutrient deficient.  

A Successful 2021 Annual Spring Clean Up

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On 27 March, 2021

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Over 80 neighbors joined together at this socially distanced outdoor clean up on April 24th, 9:30-11:30 am.

Teams worked on clean ups at Stillhouse Cove, Pawtuxet Park, and Sheldon Street.

With cooperation from the Pawtuxet Village Association, Save the Bay, RI Yacht Club, Cranston Rotary Club, Pawtuxet Cove Marina, Edgewood Garden Club, the City of Cranston and the City of Warwick the clean-ups were a huge success.

With everyones cooperation, we followed RI Department of Health guidelines. Thanks to everyone for the great event.

SEE MORE PHOTOS HERE

SEE MORE PHOTOS HERE

News Coverage in the Cranston Herald

2020-2021 Annual Meeting

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On 28 February, 2021

In Events

ANNUAL MEETING PRESENTATION

A Peek into the Future
Climate Change & Rising Sea levels in Cranston RI

Monday, March 22, 6:30pm
Live Via Zoom

RSVP HERE - EVENT FULL

Please join us for an exciting evening looking into our future at Stillhouse Cove, at the Annual Meeting of the Edgewood Waterfront Preservation Association (EWPA).

Free and Open to the Public.
Space is limited. RSVP Required.

Annual Meeting Presentation
Have you wondered how our neighborhood might be impacted by climate change and rising sea levels?

A Peek into the Future: Climate Change & Rising Sea levels In Cranston RIPlease join us for a presentation by Teresa Crean as she guides us through a discussion of the future of sea level rise predictions, Storm Tools and remediation efforts to plan for the future in our community.

About the Speaker
Teresa Crean is a community planner and coastal management extension specialist with the Coastal Resources Center (CRC) and Rhode Island Sea Grant at the University of Rhode Island’s Graduate School of Oceanography. Teresa facilitates municipal-scale projects in Rhode Island that address coastal adaptation to climate change and sea level rise. Her work involves evaluating the results of mapping exercises to clearly communicate anticipated challenges and opportunities for municipal stakeholders while collaboratively considering policies and projects that may increase resiliency in the face of potential impacts from coastal hazards and storm events.

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POSTPONED: 2020 Stillhouse Cove Annual Cleanup, April 18, 9 to 11 AM has been postponed.

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On 7 February, 2020

In Events

UPDATE: Out of respect for limiting gatherings of people, the Edgewood Waterfront Preservation Association is postponing this event. We will post here and on Facebook when this is rescheduled. Thanks for your understanding.

Once again we will be doing ditch work, trash removal, invasive weed removal, garden work with the Edgewood Garden Club, and maintenance activities that include storm drain clearing, and sidewalk sweeping after the winter sanding and salting.

 All ages are welcome with parental supervision for young children.  All supplies will be provided including water, gloves, trash bags, bug spray, sunscreen, and tools.  Please wear appropriate foot wear – no flip-flops.

Parking is not allowed along Narragansett Boulevard but is permitted on side streets.

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