The Weekly BUZZ: Spring At The Mill

🐝 The Queen Bee (me/Tuni) is back 100%!
🐝 The Mill at Lafayette business community is thriving!
🐝 And, we’ve decided to bring back programming to The Hive RI! 

🌱 The Fall of last year brought me back full time to The Hive RI, Mill and my consulting practice as I completed the 2nd of two fractional leadership roles.  I’ll admit it took me the rest of 2021 and into 2022 to settle back in fully but I am settled now and it feels so great to be truly ‘home’!

🗞 We are excited to announce that with such a robust community that has grown here at the mill, it is time to bring back programming to The Hive RI!  I am busy meeting with food vendors/trucks, as well as working on building out programming to support small businesses, and events and programming that will introduce us to innovation and expertise in many areas from Blockchain, Cryptocurrency and Bitcoin to the growing Blue Economy and so much more!

Did you know that The Hive RI now boasts 7 offices (currently full) plus open coworking space?  We continue to serve as a community based art gallery and love the sea creatures that are currently adorning our walls by Joann Seddon.  We will be announcing an open house in the coming weeks, as well as the non-profit she has chosen to donate a portion of sales to.

The Mill community (outside of The Hive RI) continues to grow and thrive and with a great diversity of businesses and professionals!  If you’d like to join us, we have a few spaces open, check out our availability here.  There is a space right next to Herbs & Mylk on the main floor of the Rodman Building (same building as The Hive but we’re down on the back corner) and a very cool space on the top floor that could stay as is or be redesigned into smaller spaces – that will depend on who comes first!

Follow us on social! I am going to start posting more to our Instagram and Facebook so please follow us if you’re not already! 

💡 If you have ideas for programming or would like more information on any of the available spaces or maybe would like a day pass to ‘test drive at The Hive’, please reach out!  You can even just respond to this email.

For more information:
Mike Baker:  advanprop@aol.com or bakefordproperties@gmail.com
Tuni Schartner:  tunischartner@gmail.com

Cheers,
Tuni, Mike & Larry

📷 A shout out to Cindy Wilson Photography for this Spring at the Mill throw back picture.  A true classic that I love to bring out every year.  Thank you Cindy!

The Weekly BUZZ: PJ Party to Start the Season

Tis’ the Season of gratitude and giving and this last month of the decade seems the perfect time to share some great ways to #ShopLocal while also giving!

Wednesday night will mark the 23rd annual ‘Pajama Party’ at Beauty & the Bath in our neighboring village of Wickford.  It’s a great event, join us! 

 

ICYMI (In Case You Missed It):
A couple of our mill community members were featured in the same issue of Providence Business News!  Here is a snippet from the Ripples article, click here, and from Mary O’Sullivan’s, click here!


WhatsGood:
Order your Farmer’s Market Favorites & #SupportLocal:
Have you downloaded the WhatsGood app?  It’s super easy to use and they always send great incentive discounts to get you started.  Support our local farmers and makers while also eating healthy whole foods and growing your local economy.  We are a FREE pick up spot on Fridays between 3:00-5:00.  What a great way to kick off your weekends! 

Is Coworking for you?

  • Have you been thinking that you really need to get out of your home office?  
  • Have you been wishing you could work with other interesting people?
  • For  $150 per month, you can work here 5 days a week as much as you need (or want) to!  Or, for $75 per month you can work 2 days per week! 

And:  Did you know that you can use our mailing address to receive mail and to use on your collateral material/website for an additional $25 per month (minimum 12 month commitment)?

Offices…
If you’re looking for more privacy then an office in the mill complex might be for you – email Mike at advanprop@aol.com.  *We are almost full so hurry up…only 2 offices left!

Coworking at The Hive RI
Do you work at home?  Do you work out of cafes like Starbucks or Panera Bread?  Do you need an address on your business collateral/website?  Come by The Hive RI anytime from 9-5 Monday through Friday & try out working ‘alone together’ in a space that isn’t a coffee shop or a restaurant but still has that same kind of feel.  We have couches, chairs, tables and desks, coffee and internet connection.  It’s not for everyone but it’s perfect for some! 

The Mill at Lafayette:
Check out some of our amazing businesses and community members here, business directory

Be social:
If you haven’t already, be sure to ‘like’ and visit our Fb page to keep up on the day to day musings and goings on here in The Hive RI coworking space, as well as throughout our mill and local communities!  AND, we finally have an Instagram account: @the_hive_ri  *FOLLOW US! 
 Cheers,
Tuni, Mike & Larry

The Weekly BUZZ: Time to EAT the DONUTS!

The Donut Fairy came to the mill today so I declare tomorrow Donut Day at The Hive RI!

Not sure who it was but we had a special delivery down at The Hive…3 boxs of DONUTS!  There aren’t a lot of us here today and Homer can’t eat all that sugar so PLEASE stop down and have yourself one tomorrow!

Do you struggle to care for yourself? How’s your wellness strategy?
Alyssa Knapp of Integrative Wellness RI is back this month giving one of her FREE workshops!  She’ll be here on Wednesday, October 23rd from 2:00-2:30 talking about the dimensions of wellness and ways to implement strategies for the actions that matter most, register here.  Then she’s offering FREE 20 minute 1:1 Reiki sessions (FIRST COME FIRST SERVED) from 2:30-5:00.  Click here to schedule your session, space is limited and it’s going to fill up fast.  Treat yourself to this lovely gift!

Is coworking for you?

  • Have you been thinking that you really need to get out of your home office?  
  • Have you been wishing you could work with other interesting people?
  • For  $150 per month, you can work here 5 days a week as much as you need (or want) to!  Or, for $75 per month you can work 2 days per week! 

And:  Did you know that you can use our mailing address to receive mail and to use on your collateral material/website for an additional $25 per month (minimum 12 month commitment)?

Offices…
If you’re looking for more privacy then an office in the mill complex might be for you – email Mike at advanprop@aol.com.  *We are almost full so hurry up! 

Coworking at The Hive RI
Do you work at home?  Do you work out of cafes like Starbucks or Panera Bread?  Do you need an address on your business collateral/website?  Come by The Hive RI anytime from 9-5 Monday through Friday & try out working ‘alone together’ in a space that isn’t a coffee shop or a restaurant but still has that same kind of feel.  We have couches, chairs, tables and desks, coffee and internet connection.  It’s not for everyone but it’s perfect for some! 

NEWS ALERT: Watch for an upcoming series of thoughtful discussions on important topics! 

*We hosted a meaningful community breakfast with an engaged group Sunday morning with Patti Fish, author of ‘Who’s Caring for the Commons’.  For more information on this book and the mission, click HERE.

The Mill at Lafayette:
Check out some of our amazing businesses and community members here, business directory

Be social:
If you haven’t already, be sure to ‘like’ and visit our Fb page to keep up on the day to day musings and goings on here in The Hive RI coworking space, as well as throughout our mill and local communities!  AND, we finally have an Instagram account: @the_hive_ri  *FOLLOW US! 

Order your Farmer’s Market Favorites & #SupportLocal:
Have you downloaded the WhatsGood app?  It’s super easy to use and they always send great incentive discounts to get you started.  Support our local farmers and makers while also eating healthy whole foods while growing your local economy.  We are a FREE pick up spot on Fridays between 3:00-5:00.  What a great way to kick off your weekends! 
 Cheers,
Tuni, Mike & Larry

The Weekly BUZZ: Fall Is In Full Swing!

Fall is in full swing at The Hive RI!

Have you been to The Hive RI lately?  The BUZZ is palpable!  Between the constantly engaged (and fun) gang staying fit at Post Road Crossfit, the dancers dancing over at iDance Academy, the designing going on at Blakeley Interior Design and all the activity at our other community businesses (we’re over 100 now!) – this is an exciting place to be.  I’ve never seen the walking/running paths used so much (I’ve been playing, mostly riding horses, in these woods and on these trails for decades).  Here’s to community, we’ve got a great one here!

We just filled up a few of the last small spaces and are building out the rest of the larger spaces.  What does that leave?  Not much.  Looks like the infamous towers are the last frontiers?  Should Mike and I head up there?  Seems a little fancy for us, don’t you think?  It would be kind of dreamy to look out over the trees to the pond though and powered by solar…the last installation is almost done!  

Do you struggle to care for yourself? How’s your wellness strategy?
Alyssa Knapp of Integrative Wellness RI is back this month giving one of her FREE workshops!  She’ll be here on Wednesday, October 23rd from 2:00-2:30 talking about the dimensions of wellness and ways to implement strategies for the actions that matter most, register here.  Then she’s offering FREE 20 minute 1:1 Reiki sessions (FIRST COME FIRST SERVED) from 2:30-5:00.  Click here to schedule your session, space is limited and it’s going to fill up fast.  Treat yourself to this lovely gift!

Is coworking for you?

  • Have you been thinking that you really need to get out of your home office?  
  • Have you been wishing you could work with other interesting people?
  • For  $150 per month, you can work here 5 days a week as much as you need (or want) to!  Or, for $75 per month you can work 2 days per week! 

And:  Did you know that you can use our mailing address to receive mail and to use on your collateral material/website for an additional $25 per month (minimum 12 month commitment)?

Offices…
If you’re looking for more privacy then an office in the mill complex might be for you – email Mike at advanprop@aol.com.  *We are almost full so hurry up! 

Coworking at The Hive RI
Do you work at home?  Do you work out of cafes like Starbucks or Panera Bread?  Do you need an address on your business collateral/website?  Come by The Hive RI anytime from 9-5 Monday through Friday & try out working ‘alone together’ in a space that isn’t a coffee shop or a restaurant but still has that same kind of feel.  We have couches, chairs, tables and desks, coffee and internet connection.  It’s not for everyone but it’s perfect for some! 

NEWS ALERT: Watch for an upcoming series of thoughtful discussions on important topics! 

*We hosted a meaningful community breakfast with an engaged group Sunday morning with Patti Fish, author of ‘Who’s Caring for the Commons’.  For more information on this book and the mission, click HERE.

The Mill at Lafayette:
Check out some of our amazing businesses and community members here, business directory

Be social:
If you haven’t already, be sure to ‘like’ and visit our Fb page to keep up on the day to day musings and goings on here in The Hive RI coworking space, as well as throughout our mill and local communities!  AND, we finally have an Instagram account: @the_hive_ri  *FOLLOW US! 

Order your Farmer’s Market Favorites & #SupportLocal:
Have you downloaded the WhatsGood app?  It’s super easy to use and they always send great incentive discounts to get you started.  Support our local farmers and makers while also eating healthy whole foods while growing your local economy.  We are a FREE pick up spot on Fridays between 3:00-5:00.  What a great way to kick off your weekends! 
 Cheers,
Tuni, Mike & Larry

The Weekly BUZZ: Reiki at The Hive

Reiki and so much more at The Hive RI!

Friday officially wrapped up September here with Uncle Jay’s ‘Last Friday Coffee’ and we had another great, engaged crowd and a special guest appearance by Savannah Martin of Commerce RI talking about the SupplyRI program and this week’s event at Innovate Newport.  If you are a RI based supplier please think about registering here and if you have any questions please reach out by replying to this email.  I was happy to be an early supporter of this program so am happy to answer any questions!  

The doors were open all weekend as Alyssa Knapp of Integrative Wellness RI taught Reiki 1 & 2 trainings all weekend at The Hive RI, and she even incorporated the waterfall as part of the trainings.  In case you missed last month’s program on how to ‘Stress Less at Work’ stay tuned for another free program she’ll be offering in October! 

Is coworking for you?

  • Have you been thinking that you really need to get out of your home office?  
  • Have you been wishing you could work with other interesting people?
  • For  $150 per month, you can work here 5 days a week as much as you need (or want) to! 

And:  Did you know that you can use our mailing address to receive mail and to use on your collateral material/website for an additional $25 per month (minimum 12 month commitment)?

Offices…
If you’re looking for more privacy then an office in the mill complex might be for you – email Mike at advanprop@aol.com.  *We are almost full so hurry up! 

Coworking at The Hive RI
Do you work at home?  Do you work out of cafes like Starbucks or Panera Bread?  Do you need an address on your business collateral/website?  Come by The Hive RI anytime from 9-5 Monday through Friday & try out working ‘alone together’ in a space that isn’t a coffee shop or a restaurant but still has that same kind of feel.  We have couches, chairs, tables and desks, coffee and internet connection.  It’s not for everyone but it’s perfect for some! 

NEWS ALERT: Watch for an upcoming series of thoughtful discussions on important topics! 

*We hosted a meaningful community breakfast with an engaged group Sunday morning with Patti Fish, author of ‘Who’s Caring for the Commons’.  For more information on this book and the mission, click HERE.

The Mill at Lafayette:
Check out some of our amazing businesses and community members here, business directory

Be social:
If you haven’t already, be sure to ‘like’ and visit our Fb page to keep up on the day to day musings and goings on here in The Hive RI coworking space, as well as throughout our mill and local communities!  AND, we finally have an Instagram account: @the_hive_ri  *FOLLOW US! 
 Cheers,
Tuni, Mike & Larry

The Weekly BUZZ: Reiki Training at The Hive

Learn this ancient Japanese-style technique for self-healing, relaxation and stress reduction. 

Level 1 will be taught on Saturday and Level 2 on Sunday; you may register for one or both. Discount available for those already certified and trained in Reiki. 
Learn more and register HERE.
*The Hive RI members will receive a 10% discount!

Is coworking for you?

  • Have you been thinking that you really need to get out of your home office?  
  • Have you been wishing you could work with other interesting people?
  • For  $150 per month, you can work here 5 days a week as much as you need (or want) to! 

And:  Did you know that you can use our mailing address to receive mail and to use on your collateral material/website for an additional $25 per month (minimum 12 month commitment)?

Offices…
If you’re looking for more privacy then an office in the mill complex might be for you – email Mike at advanprop@aol.com.  *We are almost full so hurry up! 

Coworking at The Hive RI
Do you work at home?  Do you work out of cafes like Starbucks or Panera Bread?  Do you need an address on your business collateral/website?  Come by The Hive RI anytime from 9-5 Monday through Friday & try out working ‘alone together’ in a space that isn’t a coffee shop or a restaurant but still has that same kind of feel.  We have couches, chairs, tables and desks, coffee and internet connection.  It’s not for everyone but it’s perfect for some! 

NEWS ALERT: Watch for an upcoming series of thoughtful discussions on important topics! 

*We hosted a meaningful community breakfast with an engaged group Sunday morning with Patti Fish, author of ‘Who’s Caring for the Commons’.  For more information on this book and the mission, click HERE.

The Mill at Lafayette:
Check out some of our amazing businesses and community members here, business directory

Be social:
If you haven’t already, be sure to ‘like’ and visit our Fb page to keep up on the day to day musings and goings on here in The Hive RI coworking space, as well as throughout our mill and local communities!  AND, we finally have an Instagram account: @the_hive_ri  *FOLLOW US! 
 Cheers,
Tuni, Mike & Larry

The Weekly BUZZ: Working and Walking At the Hive

Did you know that our ‘back yard’ is Ryan Park?  We have miles & miles of walking, running, biking (or horse riding) trails right out of The Hive’s door, just beyond the waterfall!  If you’re looking for a place to be productive and find balance at the same time — we’re the place for you!

Coworking memberships & office rentals:
We have over 100+ AMAZINGly cool businesses represented in our mill complex and YOU could be a part of this community too! 

It truly is a great place to work, full of an eclectic mix of very interesting, kind and hard working professionals.

Is coworking for you?

  • Have you been thinking that you really need to get out of your home office?  
  • Have you been wishing you could work with other interesting people?
  • For  $150 per month, you can work here 5 days a week as much as you need (or want) to! 

And:  Did you know that you can use our mailing address to receive mail and to use on your collateral material/website for an additional $25 per month (minimum 12 month commitment)?

Offices…
If you’re looking for more privacy then an office in the mill complex might be for you – email Mike at advanprop@aol.com.  *We are almost full so hurry up! 

Is Coworking at The Hive RI for you?
Do you work at home?  Do you work out of cafes like Starbucks or Panera Bread?  Do you need an address on your business collateral/website?  Come by The Hive RI anytime from 9-5 Monday through Friday & try out working ‘alone together’ in a space that isn’t a coffee shop or a restaurant but still has that same kind of feel.  We have couches, chairs, tables and desks, coffee and internet connection.  It’s not for everyone but it’s perfect for some! 

NEWS ALERT: Extended hours coming soon! 

The Mill at Lafayette:
Check out some of our amazing businesses and community members here, business directory

Be social:
If you haven’t already, be sure to ‘like’ and visit our Fb page to keep up on the day to day musings and goings on here in The Hive RI coworking space, as well as throughout our mill and local communities!  AND, we finally have an Instagram account: @the_hive_ri  *FOLLOW US! 
 Cheers,
Tuni, Mike & Larry

The Weekly BUZZ: Fall at The Hive

Summer is ending but we are Falling into the next season here at The Hive RI & the Mill at Lafayette…

Coworking memberships & office rentals:
We have over 100+ AMAZINGly cool businesses represented in our mill complex and YOU could be a part of our community too!  My corner office in The Hive went fast but to one of our other office tenants and their office is now available (the one right next to mine) so…hurry up and let me know if you’re interested!  info@thehiveri.com – it’s $325 per month and month to month…a great deal when you can have a private office within the coworking community!  

We have a few other offices sprinkled throughout the mill complex but we had 3 showings today and they’re going fast.  It truly is a great place to work, full of an eclectic mix of very interesting, kind and hard working entrepreneurs and we have a waterfall and a town park filled with walking/running/biking trails right in our back yard (literally). 

Summer ‘coworking’ special extended through September…

  • Have you been thinking that you really need to get out of your home office?  
  • Have you been wishing you could work with other interesting people?  

We have a Summer Coworking special that you really should take advantage of – $75 per month for unlimited coworking Monday-Friday 9-5 and that comes with 5 hours per month use of the private conference room at no extra charge!  

This special is only good for the rest of September – then it goes back to our normal rate of $150 per month in October.  

And:  Did you know that you can use our mailing address to receive mail and to use on your collateral material/website for an additional $25 per month (minimum 12 month commitment)?

Offices…
If you’re looking for more privacy then an office in the mill complex might be for you – email Mike at advanprop@aol.com.  

We have a few really great small offices left – we have one available for $500 per month just to the right of The Hive on the ground level. 

Is Coworking at The Hive RI for you?
Do you work at home?  Do you work out of cafes like Starbucks or Panera Bread?  Do you need an address on your business collateral/website?  Come by The Hive RI anytime from 9-5 Monday through Friday & try out working ‘alone together’ in a space that isn’t a coffee shop or a restaurant but still has that same kind of feel.  We have couches, chairs, tables and desks, coffee and internet connection.  It’s not for everyone but it’s perfect for some! 

NEWS ALERT: Extended hours coming soon! 

The Mill at Lafayette:
Check out some of our amazing businesses and community members here, business directory

Be social:
If you haven’t already, be sure to ‘like’ and visit our Fb page to keep up on the day to day musings and goings on here in The Hive RI coworking space, as well as throughout our mill and local communities!  AND, we finally have an Instagram account: @the_hive_ri  *FOLLOW US! 
 Cheers,
Tuni, Mike & Larry

The Weekly BUZZ: Ripples…and Making Waves!

Drink Ripples?
We have over 100+ AMAZINGly cool businesses represented in our mill complex (community) here and we paid a visit to one of them last Friday.  They quickly whipped up our logo in the foam of a beer — who knew you could do that?  Check out Ripples Beer Printer here.  We’re going to be hosting a fun beer tasting/marketing demo soon down in The Hive…stay posted for details!  #NoMoreNakedDrinks

THIS FRIDAY – Stress Less At Work:
Are you feeling overwhelmed and need some balance in your life? On Friday, September 6th, we will be hosting a (brown bag/bring your own) ‘Lunch & Learn’ + self guided meditation, PLUS we’re offering complementary Reiki sessions afterwards!

Alyssa Knapp, MS, CEP, TTS of Integrative Wellness RI will be onsite at The Hive for this complementary wellness event on Friday, 9/6!

Bring your lunch to the Conference Room at 12:00 PM and learn about work-life balance, managing stress, and practicing mindfulness meditation.  Then from 1:00-3:00 you can schedule a 20 minute 1:1 Reiki session!  

Space is limited – sign up is required:  Click here to register!

Summer ‘coworking’ special extended through September…

  • Have you been thinking that you really need to get out of your home office?  
  • Have you been wishing you could work with other interesting people?  

We have a Summer Coworking special that you really should take advantage of – $75 per month for unlimited coworking Monday-Friday 9-5 and that comes with 5 hours per month use of the private conference room at no extra charge!  

This special is good for September but it goes back to our normal rate of $150 per month in October.  

Hive office:  AND, Tuni’s ‘corner office’ in The Hive will be available on 9/15 (she’s moving into another office in the mill) for $350 per month, it’s going to go fast!  Email: info@thehiveri.com if you’re interested and enjoy views of the waterfall in a fully furnished office with original works of art. 

And:  Did you know that you can use our mailing address to receive mail and to use on your collateral material/website for an additional $25 per month (minimum 12 month commitment)?

Offices…
And, if you’re looking for an office in the mill complex – email Mike at advanprop@aol.com.  

We have a few really great small offices left – we have one available for $500 per month just to the right of The Hive on the ground level. 

Is Coworking at The Hive RI for you?
Do you work at home?  Do you work out of cafes like Starbucks or Panera Bread?  Do you need an address on your business collateral/website?  Come by The Hive RI anytime from 9-5 Monday through Friday & try out working ‘alone together’ in a space that isn’t a coffee shop or a restaurant but still has that same kind of feel.  We have couches, chairs, tables and desks, coffee and internet connection.  It’s not for everyone but it’s perfect for some! 

NEWS ALERT: Extended hours coming soon! 

The Mill at Lafayette:
Check out some of our amazing businesses and community members here, business directory

Be social:
If you haven’t already, be sure to ‘like’ and visit our Fb page to keep up on the day to day musings and goings on here in The Hive RI coworking space, as well as throughout our mill and local communities!  AND, we finally have an Instagram account: @the_hive_ri  *FOLLOW US! 
 Cheers,
Tuni, Mike & Larry

The Weekly BUZZ: RI’s Innovation Ecosystem

Did You Know that we have a thriving Innovation Ecosystem in RI?

Join us at Venture Cafe Providence’s Pitch Event Thursday night:
Join Venture Café as the 2019 MassChallenge RI cohort showcase their products and services, and participate in a pitch event with Cherrystone Angel Group!  We’ll be there, let me know if you want to car pool from The Hive (leaving early to beat the traffic).  Click here for more info or email tunischartner@gmail.com.

Summer ‘coworking’ special extended through September…

  • Have you been thinking that you really need to get out of your home office?  
  • Have you been wishing you could work with other interesting people?  

We have a Summer Coworking special that you really should take advantage of – $75 per month for unlimited coworking Monday-Friday 9-5 and that comes with 5 hours per month use of the private conference room at no extra charge!  

This special is good for August/September but it goes back to our normal rate of $150 per month in October.  

And:  Did you know that you can use our mailing address to receive mail and to use on your collateral material/website for $25 per month (minimum 12 month commitment)?

Email Tuni if you’re interested or have any questions: tunischartner@gmail.com.

Offices…
And, if you’re looking for an office in the mill complex – email Mike at advanprop@aol.com.  

We have a few really great small offices left – there’s one up on the main floor for ONLY $340 per month (*it’s going to go fast).  And, we have one for $500 per month just to the right of The Hive on the ground level and we also have a very cool space for $900 per month (that would fit a small team very well) also to the right of The Hive on the ground level.  

Is Coworking at The Hive RI for you?
Do you work at home?  Do you work out of cafes like Starbucks or Panera Bread?  Do you need an address on your business collateral/website?  Come by The Hive RI anytime from 9-5 Monday through Friday & try out working ‘alone together’ in a space that isn’t a coffee shop or a restaurant but still has that same kind of feel.  We have couches, chairs, tables and desks, coffee and internet connection.  It’s not for everyone but it’s perfect for some! 

The Mill at Lafayette:
Check out some of our amazing businesses and community members here, business directory

Be social:
If you haven’t already, be sure to ‘like’ and visit our Fb page to keep up on the day to day musings and goings on here in The Hive RI coworking space, as well as throughout our mill and local communities!  AND, we finally have an Instagram account: @the_hive_ri  *FOLLOW US! 

Art Show
We are so excited to be partnering with our ‘sister mill’ The Mill at Shady Lea, an artist colony, on this very important show we’re calling ‘A Sense of Place’.  We have mixed up local artists Joann Seddon, Josh Edenbaum, Philippe Lejeune, with Kim Ellery and more from The Mill at Shady Lea!  The show will be available for ‘self guided’ tours now through Friday, August 23rd (during regular coworking hours). #BuyLocalArt #SupportArtists
 Cheers,
Tuni, Mike & Larry