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NOTICE: For your convenience, you can e-mail your bulletin board notices to briang@rhodybeat.com as well as mail to 1944 Warwick Ave., Warwick, RI 02889, or fax to 732-3110

Meadowbrook Bingo
Meadowbrook Terrace, 2220 Warwick Ave , has bingo every Friday might at 6:30 p.m., featuring great prizes and a wonderful group of people All are welcome

Warwick Historical Society
The Warwick Historical Society meets weekly at the John Waterman Arnold House on Roger Williams Circle Wednesdays from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. and every second Saturday of the month at 11 a.m.-2 p.m. All are welcome and urged to become member and volunteer Visit www.warwickhistoricalsocietyonline org, join them on Facebook, or call 737-4617 for more information

Tri City Elks Events
Bingo April 4, kitchen opens at 5 p.m., Bingo starts at 6:30 p.m.
Running through June 9, Tri-City Elks #14 will be holding beginner line dance classes every Monday night from 7-8:30 p.m. at 1915 West Shore Road All ages are welcomed Cost is $6 per person For more information call Lori at 821-4361 or the lodge at 737-9510

East Greenwich Leisure Learning
Do you enjoy learning something new in a fun and friendly environment? East Greenwich Leisure Learning, membership organization now in its 36th year, welcomes interested adults, regardless of residency, to join them by registering for their upcoming six-week series of 12 lectures and programs The dates for the spring series are April 3, 10, 24 and May 1, 8 and15, with morning and afternoon presentation each day. Topics of lectures vary from the practical to the historical, especially Rhode Island history, and anything in between Programs are held at St Luke’s Parish House on the corner of Peirce and Church Sts. The registration fee for the series is $15, and members sign up for the entire series. Pre-registration is required. Those interested may contact the registrar at 828-0978.

Stations of the Cross
Stations of the Cross 6:30 p.m. each Friday in Lent, next one April 4 at St. Mark's Episcopal Church, 111 West Shore Rd., Warwick. All are welcome for this moving service recalling Jesus' final hours.

Bingo
Bingo will be held April 5 at St Kevin’s Church hall, 333 Sandy Lane, starting with a $75 special; the last special is $100 Doors open at 5 p.m., bingo starts at 6.

Breakfast & Raffle for Homeless Cats and Dogs
Friends of the Warwick Animal Shelter will hold its 10th Annual Breakfast & Raffle April 5 from 8:30-11:30 a.m. at Norwood Baptist Church, 48 Budlong Ave. Enjoy a home cooked breakfast including gently scrambled eggs, french toast, crispy bacon, savory sausage, country home fries, fruit salad, coffee and juice. Take a chance on a raffle featuring a large assortment of great prizes. Tickets by reservation are $10 each and $3 each for children under 6 years old and are available now. Reserve your tickets in advance, to donate a raffle prize or for more information, call 467-2692 or 738-6322. Friends of the Warwick Animal Shelter, a non-profit 501(c)3 humane organization, will use the proceeds to help the adoptable cats and dogs at the Warwick Animal Shelter. Donations of wet cat and dog food are also appreciated.

The Buckeye Brook Coalition 17th Annual Earth Day Clean Up will be held April 5 from 9 a.m.-12 noon (rain date if a washout April 6 1-4 p.m.). Meet at Knights of Columbus Hall lower parking lot before 9 a.m. to register. Volunteers will be assembled into teams with a leader, which will provide guidance to selected sites throughout the watershed for litter pickup. Dress accordingly, although gloves and pails will be available. Come prepared as they go quickly. Any questions call Paul Earnshaw 739-6592 or email brookeye10@gmail.com.

Community Health Fair
A community health fair will be held at Temple Torat Yisrael, 1251 Middle Road, East Greenwich, April 6 from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Guest speaker will be Dr. Wartenberg from Meadows Edge Recovery Center as well as a PowerPoint presentation by the Alzheimer’s Association. For more information contact Leah at lrc275@cox.net or Beverly at bevsue66@verizon net.

Bingo
Sunday bingo will be held April 6 at the Pilgrim Senior Center by the Friends of Warwick Senior Centers Inc. The doors open at 11 a.m. and the bingo begins sharp at 12 noon until 3 p.m. All are invited, even young adults.

Daughters of Isabella
The St. Benedict Circle #423 Daughters of Isabella will hold a monthly business meeting April 7 at 7 p.m. in the parish library. All members are welcome. Refreshments will be served.

Ladies Golf League
Harbor Lights Country Club is sponsoring a Tuesday morning league for ladies in a non-competitive style. They will have a signup day April 8 from 2-3:30 p.m. at the Buttonwoods Center on West Shore Road. Opening day is the first Tuesday in May and ends Sept 23 with a fun day and banquet. Call Nancy at 737-0515 or the club at 681-4133.

Understanding and Managing Congestive Heart Failure
West View Nursing and Rehabilitation is presenting their third lecture of the year, Understanding and Managing Congestive Heart Failure, April 8. This free one-hour lecture is being held at 10 a.m. and repeated again at 7 that evening. They will provide a complete understanding of congestive heart failure, how to help manage the disease, and knowledge of the signs and symptoms to understand. Helpful information will be provided to help you care for yourself or your loved one. Call 828-9000 for reservations. West View is located at 239 Legris Ave., West Warwick. All are welcome.

Lincoln Park Neighborhood Association
A general meeting of the Lincoln Park Neighborhood Association will be held on April 8 at 6:30 p.m. at Belize Toyota on Post Rd., Warwick. The meeting will be held in the 2nd floor conference room. They will be providing information on the newly formed neighborhood watch and upcoming events. All are welcome to attend.

Gorton High School Luncheon
The Gorton High School monthly luncheon will be held on April 9 at Chianti's, 195 Old Forge Road, Warwick, at 11:30 a.m. Cost is $15. All Gorton High School classmates from 1941-1955 are welcome. Call Barbara Kane at 821-0161 or email barbkane14@aol.com or Fran Allin at 463-8679 if you plan to attend.

Pink Out the Runway
Pink Out the Runway will be held April 11 at Warwick Veterans Memorial High School. Doors open at 5:15 p.m., show begins at 6, featuring a fashion show, vendors, a raffle and a mini bake sale. Tickets are $5, sold at the door or email briannacarbary@yahoo.com. Sponsored by Mens Wearhouse & Tux and David’s Bridal. This is the senior project of Brianna Carbary, and all proceeds will be donated to the Rhode Island Chapter of Pink Heals.

Spring Fling
The Conimicut Village Association Spring Fling is scheduled for April 12 at 6:30 p.m. at the Tri-City Elks Lodge 1915 West Shore Road The event features a buffet dinner, live music, door prizes, raffle baskets and silent auctions. Tickets are $22 and can be purchased online at www.conimicut.org or by calling 524-8404. This sellout annual fundraiser helps pay for the flowers and flags that adorn Conimicut Village center every summer. No tickets will be sold at the door.

Colon Cancer Alliance
The Voices of RI chapter of the Colon Cancer Alliance will hold their next monthly meeting at 10 a.m. April 12 in the small meeting room of the Warwick Public Library, 600 Sandy Lane, Warwick. All are welcome to come learn more about our organization, share their story and meet other survivors. For more information, call 739-5623 or visit www.ccalliance.org/RI.

Spring Bazaar
Sparrows Point II, 777 Cowesett Road, Warwick, will hold a spring bazaar April 12 from 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

Easter Ham Raffle
Sgt. David Langevin’s Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 449 will hold an Easter ham raffle April 12 at the post home, 197 Providence St., West Warwick. Raffle will begin at 7 p.m. Many prizes of Easter hams, Easter baskets, food products, household goods, gift certificates and more will be raffled. Admission is free and refreshments will be served. Public is invited. For more information call 828-9715.

Benefit Concert
The 12th Annual R.I. Community Food Bank benefit concert will be held Palm Sunday, April 13, at 6:30 p.m. at Lakewood Baptist Church, 255 Atlantic Ave., Warwick. Admission is at least one non-perishable food item. A free-will offering for the food bank will also be taken (check payable to RI Community Food Bank).

New Art Classes for Ages 17 and Up
Jumpstart spring by adding colorful creativity to your life with art classes on Tuesday and Thursday from 6-8 p.m. at Warwick Museum of Art, 3259 Post Road. Three-week classes are bursts of creativity that fit busy schedules. Four new classes debut this spring: Beginning Ceramics April 15-May 1 $250 (includes all materials); Exploring Pastels May 6-22 $125 (a materials list will be emailed); Creative Drawing May 27-July 12 $125 (a materials list will be emailed); Creating Art from the Masters June 17-July 3 $125 (a materials list will be emailed). Art classes are terrific Mom and Dad's Day gifts (gift certificates available in any amount) and phone registration is easy with MasterCard or Visa. More information is on Facebook (click "Events" for Registration Form), www.warwickmuseum.org or call the office at 737-0010.

Boys & Girls Blub Meeting
A general meeting will be held April 15 at 7 p.m. at the Norwood Boys & Girls Club, 43 Frederick St. There will be a special presentation by Minimum Housing representatives covering typical compliance issues and homeowner and/or neighbor-problem resolutions. There will also be a community police crime update report. Refreshments will be served. All are welcome.

Meet the State Candidates
The Warwick AARP Community Group is hosting an important event April 17 from 5-7 p.m. at the Buttonwoods Community Center. Here is your opportunity to personally meet all the statewide candidates and learn how they plan to address the issues facing Baby Boomers and beyond. This event is free and open to the public of all ages. It will be your chance to ask the question of the candidates.

April Vacation Art Camp
Stretch your child's imagination with new camp sessions during spring break at Warwick Museum of Art, 3259 Post Road. Camp runs Monday through Friday; morning sessions are 10 a.m.-1 p.m. p.m., afternoon sessions are 1:30-4:30 for families with busy schedules. Favorites like drawing, painting, mixed media, printmaking, and clay sculpture will be offered again. New sessions include book making, cartooning, creative building, Earth Day crafts, and recycled sculpture. All sessions cost $25. More information is on Facebook ("Events" for Registration Form), www.warwickmuseum.org or call the office at 737-0010.

Fundraiser Breakfast
The Warwick Association for Affordable Assisted Living “At Your Service” program will have a fundraiser breakfast at Dave’s Bar and Grille, 2339 Post Road, April 26 from 7:30-10 a.m., featuring eggs, bacon, sausage, pancakes, waffles, breads, fruit, coffee, juice, custom omelets and more. Adults $9, kids under 12 $5, babies under 2 free. For tickets see any board member or call 732-7734. Walk-ins welcome. A raffle will be drawn.

Divorce Group
The divorce group is a friendly, caring group of people who will walk alongside you through one of life’s most difficult experiences. The sessions are led by people who understand what you are going through and want to help. There will be a 30- to 40-minute video featuring top experts on divorce and recovery subjects, followed by a discussion and sharing time Sessions will meet from 6-7:30 p.m. at the Christ Church Office Condo through May 27 For more information call the church office (884-8632) or email info@christchurchec.org

Grief Support Group
Those who are suffering from the loss of a loved one are welcome to come to one or all of the grief support sessions that will be held at the Christ Church Office Condo (61 Cedar Ave., Unit 6, East Greenwich) every Sunday from 2-4 p.m. through June 1. The meetings will begin with a video featuring interviews with leading authors, counselors, speakers and pastors covering a variety of topics to help you deal with your grief, followed by discussion and sharing. For more information call the church office at 884-8632 or email info@christchurchec org.

Clothing Collection Drive
Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Ocean State is holding a collection drive for gently used clothing and small household items. Donations help to raise funds to support mentoring programs for boys and girls throughout the state. They offer convenient free home pick-up of donations and provide a tax receipt. Call or visit www BBBSOS org to schedule free home pick-up, find the nearest drop-off location or learn more about mentoring programs.

Hospice Volunteer Informational Meeting
The VNA of Care New England conducts weekly hospice volunteer informational meetings at the VNA of Care New England, 51 Health Lane, Warwick. Have you ever wondered how you can make the difference in the life of a family whose loved one is in hospice care? Do you want to join with a dedicated hospice volunteer program that provides training and ongoing support in this most rewarding work? Come and find out more about the VNA of Care New England hospice Call Carolyn McDonough, Hospice Volunteer Coordinator, at 921-7614 to register.

Community Service Scholarship Available
The Greater Warwick Lions Club announces its annual Academic and Community Achievement Award. This $1,000 scholarship is available to Warwick high school seniors who have demonstrated an active involvement in community service. To receive a scholarship application, contact the guidance department of your school or request one in writing from Ron Bergeron, Scholarship Chairman, Great Warwick Lions Club, 106 Wilson Place, Warwick RI 02889. The deadline for submission is April 30.

New Gallery Hours at WMOA
The main gallery at Warwick Museum of Art, 3259 Post Road, Warwick, is now open Tuesdays through Fridays 10 a.m.-5 p.m. so exhibits are available to school groups, home-school students and anyone who can stop by on their lunch hour. The main gallery is also open on Saturdays from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. for those who work during the week. More information on exhibits, classes and camps and rentals is available online at www.warwickmusuem.org, on Facebook or call the office during gallery hours at 737-0010.

Friday Comedy Shows
New for 2014, the Bring Your Own Improv comedy troupe will perform two shows on Fridays at Warwick Museum of Art, 3259 Post Road: 7-8:30 p.m. Family-Friendly Comedy Show (G-rated laughs) and 9-10:30 p.m. Late Night Comedy Show (PG-13 rated laughs). Kick off your weekend with laughter when BYOI takes audience suggestions, comedy skits morph instantly and the actors react to the silliness onstage Every show is brand new, so you'll want to become a regular Tickets are priced to be budget-friendly, and they're available at the door or online at www.bringyourownimprov.com. Call 737-0010 for more information

Hi-Lo-Jack League
There is a hi-lo-jack league at the Buttonwoods Community Center every Thursday at 12:30 p.m. open to anyone who likes to play If interested call George Gange at 739-6682.

Clothing Drive
The Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Ocean State is seeking donations of gently-used clothing and small household items. Donations help to raise much-needed funding to support mentoring programs for boys and girls throughout the state. They offer convenient home pick-up of donations and provide a tax receipt For more information or to schedule a home pick-up call 921-2434 or visit www.bbbsos.org

West Bay Chorale
The West Bay Chorale welcomes new and former members, male and female, all ages If you like to sing, attend rehearsals at Edgewood Congregational Church, 1788 Broad Street, Cranston, from 7-9:30 p.m. on Monday evenings. No audition necessary For information call 392-3458 or go to www.westbaychorale.org.

Mentoring
Do you have an hour a week to spare? Thats all it takes to make a difference in the life of a child Todays children need positive, caring adult role models to help them develop confidence, self-esteem, and a desire to stay in school. For more information on the Warwick Mentor Program, contact Pamela Sherman at 732-7700 x117 or visit the Rhode Island Mentoring Partnership website at www.mentorRI.org.

Aphasia Conversation Group
On the second Tuesday of each month from 6-7:30 p.m., Sargent Rehabilitation Center, 800 Quaker Lane, Warwick, holds an aphasia conversation group. This group provides a supportive meeting place for people with aphasia to socialize and share their communication challenges and strategies. There is no charge for participation. Attendance is limited to individuals with aphasia only. For more information contact Lucia Watson, MS, SLP at 886-6600 or visit www.sargentcenter.org.

Photographic Society of RI
The Photographic Society of Rhode Island welcomes camera enthusiasts of all abilities. Meetings are held on the second, third and fourth Tuesday of each month, September through May at Lakewood Baptist Church, 255 Atlantic Ave. For more information visit www.psri.us.

Womens Golf League
Women Golfers Wanted Harbor Lights Ladies League is looking for women golfers for a Thursday night 4:30 league. Golfers should call Dee and 391-9957 for more information and/or with their GIN

Fife & Drum Corps
Join the Pawtuxet Rangers Fife & Drum Corps of Warwick and continue the great tradition of Colonial/Revolutionary history through music. The Fife & Drum Corps meets every Wednesday night at Wyman Elementary School from 6:30-8 p.m. The corps is open to anyone over the age of 12. Drum and fife instruction is available to beginners.

The Village Singers
The Village Singers, an adult vocal ensemble, is seeking new members for all voice parts: soprano, alto, tenor and baritone Rehearsals will be on Tuesday evenings at 7 p.m. at the Scandinavian Home, Broad St , Cranston. Their mission is to share musical experiences and appreciation across generational and socio-economic lines in a variety of settings, including community centers, health care facilities, etc. Contact Dennis Robbins at 465-6342 or email villagesingers2012@gmail.com.

Bingo
There will be bingo every Friday at 6:45 p.m. at Meadowbrook Terrace on Warwick Ave in the Community Hall.

Free Sunday Lunch
St Paul Lutheran Church, 389 Greenwich Ave., is offering a free lunch for anyone in need of meal or companionship All are welcome every Sunday from 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. For more information call 737-6758.

Rhode Island Pet Bird Club
The R.I. Pet Bird Club welcomes anyone who owns birds or has an interest in exotic birds. Meet other people who have birds, listen to guest lecturers and more. The meetings are held on the first Monday of each month. For more information call Michele at 739-7290 or visit www.orgsites.com/ri/ripbc.

Gambling Counseling Offered
Bridgemark now offers individual, group and family counseling for problem gambling. If you or a loved one is experiencing difficulties as a result of gambling, call for discreet and confidential assistance, 781-2700. Deaf services are also available; call their videophone number 1-866-730-957.

Fife and Drum Corps
The Kentish Guards Fife and Drum Corps rehearses on Wednesday evenings from 7-9 p.m. at the Kentish Guards Armory on Pierce St. in East Greenwich. Free lessons on playing the fife are provided to men and young men interested in joining the corps.

TOPS
Take Off Pounds Sensibly, Rhode Island Chapter No 38, East Greenwich meets every Thursday at the Women & Infants Center, 1050 Main Street, East Greenwich Weigh-in begins at 9 a.m. and runs until 9:50. The meeting will follow at 10. Admission costs $1.50 per week For more information about TOPS, call TOPS Greeter Carole Paster from Exeter at 295-8381, e-mail at cpaster1@verizon net, call (800) 932-8677 or visit www.tops.org.

Gaspee Seniors
On the first and third Tuesday of every month, the Gaspee Seniors will be meeting at the Buttonwoods Community Center, West Shore Road, Warwick, at 1:15 p.m. New members are more than welcome Come and join the fun.

Grief Support
If you have experienced the loss of someone you love and are ready to begin or continue the healing process, then you are welcome to come to a grief support group. The group meets at the Christ Church Office condo, 61 Cedar Ave #6, East Greenwich, Sundays from 2-4 p.m. For more information visit the Christ Church website (www.christchurchec.org), call the Church office (884-8632) or email info@christchurchec.org.

Evening Counseling Available
If you are experiencing depression, anxiety or overwhelming stress coupled with an addiction to or dependence on drugs or alcohol, then The Kent Center's new evening program may be right for you. The Kent Center is offering an intensive outpatient program for people battling co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders Program hours are 4:40-8 p.m., making it accessible for people who work. The program is confidential and personalized to meet individual needs For more information call 732-5656.

Help for Victims of Crime
Are you a victim of physical or sexual assault, domestic violence, untreated childhood abuse, or another crime or traumatic event? Are you experiencing depression, anxiety, difficulty concentrating, increased substance use or other emotional difficulties? If so, you may be eligible to receive counseling services free of charge at The Kent Center (www.thekentcenter.org). Victims of crimes and other traumatic events often experience debilitating psychiatric symptoms that may have long-term affects if left untreated. Seek treatment today at 732-5656.

Volunteers Needed to Sew
Looking for something to do to help foster kids? Organizers of The Sewing Project to Help Foster Kids are looking for volunteers who want to help sew pillowcase or duffel bags for foster children. Currently their belongings are sometimes put in black trash bags. Foster parent Adriane Grimaldi in Scottsdale, Ariz. started the Sewing Project in February 2008 for children taken from their homes by Child Protective Services (CPS) to make kid-friendly bags for carrying their belongings instead of trash bags To date, people have made 6,700 pillowcase bags for foster kids Pillowcase bags are delivered to CPS to use instead of trash bags. The Sewing Project has opened a new Rhode Island Chapter working with the Department of Children, Youth and Families (DCYF) and is in need of volunteers to sew. For more information contact Hollie Galloway at holliegal@verizon.net.

Cornerstone Church
Cornerstone Church, 1990 Elmwood Ave , Warwick, is .ember of the RI Community Food Bank Hours of operation are the first and third Saturday from 9-11 a.m. and the second and fourth Monday from 6-8 p.m. For more information call 781-6121.

Domestic Abuse Support Groups
The Elizabeth Buffum Chace Center is a non-profit agency providing services to victims of domestic abuse and sexual assault. The agency offers morning and evening support groups for adults dealing with current or past domestic abuse Groups provide a safe place to talk with others who have shared similar experiences. The groups are confidential and free of charge For more information, call Jessica at 738-1700.

Free Health Care
Our Lady of Fatima Hospital has an outreach coordinator to assist women in getting free health care If you are between the ages of 40-64 and are underserved or uninsured, call Maria at 456-3105 for a confidential assessment. You may be eligible for free care including .ammogram and gynecological care.

Mentor a Child
Do you have an hour a week to spare? That's all it takes to make a difference in the life of a child Today's children need positive, caring adult role models to help them develop confidence, self-esteem and a desire to stay in school. For more information on the Warwick Mentor Program, contact Pamela Sherman at 732-7700 x117 or visit the Rhode Island Mentoring Partnership web site at www.mentorRI.org

Old Warwick Grange #41
The Grange is a fraternal community service, non-profit organization with a special interest in rural life and the traditions of faith, patriotism, leadership and family values Grange where the whole family can go and grow Help them to help others The meetings are held on the third Wednesday of the month at 7 p.m. No meetings in July or August. The Grange hall is located at 1175 West Shore Rd.

Developmental Screening
The Child Outreach Department of the Warwick Public Schools, in cooperation with the Volunteers of Warwick schools (VOWS), conducts regular preschool screening clinics. All Warwick preschool children between the ages of 3 and 5 are offered the Early Screening Inventory-Revised (ESI-R). This is a free service provided by the Warwick Public Schools. Participation in a Developmental Screening is a long established program of the Warwick School Department that provides families with information about their child's development and offers information about community resources. For more information, or to arrange a clinic appointment for your preschool aged child, call the VOWS office at 734-3230.

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