Weekend Spotlight
Project Linus of RI - Make a Blanket DayProject Linus of RI will be hosting a Make a Blanket Day on Saturday, April 22, 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the William Hall Library, 1825 …
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Project Linus of RI - Make a Blanket Day
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St. Catherine’s Church, 3248 Post Road, Warwick, diagonally across the street from City Hall, Saturday & Sunday, 4/22 & 4/23, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Rain or shine. Please use the side entrance ramp next to the free-standing garage.
Emptying contents of 3 buildings. Contents include: furniture, linens, decorative items, Christmas, Easter, and St. Patrick’s Day decorations, large and small appliances, housewares, cookware, wall art, vintage goods, tons of school supplies, craft supplies, religious education materials, books, school tables and chairs, large metal STEELCASE desks, stage props, bulletin boards, chalkboards, pianos, lamps, oriental rugs, area rugs, and much, much more.”
On April 22, from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. the Warwick Police will be partnering with the Drug Enforcement Administration - DEA , RI Regional Coalitions, and Walmart Warwick (Rt. 2), 650 Bald Hill Rd, Warwick, for DEA's National Drug Take Back. They will be accepting unused or expired medications. #nationaldrugtakeback2023
Come, celebrate, 103 years of Troop 1 Conimicut and the 114th year of Boy Scouts at a membership drive , Wednesday, April 26, from 6:30 to 8 p.m., at Woodbury Union Church, 58 Beech Avenue, Warwick.
Looking for adventure, new friends, new skills, leadership experience, and to give back to your community? Check out their slideshow of past and present trips and explorations. Talk with some Scouts and listen to their stories and experiences. Ask them questions and see what they are all about. Boys or Girls 11 through 17 and parents are welcome to help them celebrate. Snacks and beverages will be provided. For additional information contact Alan Whittaker 401-539-8344, Frank White 401-738-0358 or email the Troop at troop1conimicut@gmail.com.
The Rhode Island chapter of the National Alliance on Mental Illness is now accepting registration for our next virtual Family-to-Family course which begins Wednesday, April 26 at 6:30 p.m. This is a free, 8-session educational program for family, significant others and friends of people with mental health conditions. It is a designated evidence-based program, which means that research shows that the program significantly improves the coping and problem-solving abilities of the people closest to a person with a mental health condition. NAMI-Rhode Island's Family-to-Family course is taught by trained family members who have lived experience with a loved one, and includes presentations, discussions and interactive activities.
For more information on the Family-to-Family course and to register, visit namirhodeisland.org or call 401-331-3060 or email beth@namirhodeisland.org
A general meeting for Friends of the Warwick Animal Shelter will be held on Thursday, April 27, 6:30 p.m. at the City of Warwick, Sawtooth Building, 65 Centerville Road, Warwick. Discussions will feature plans for the upcoming Craft Fair on May 13 and the Car Show on June 11. All public is invited. If you would like more information, call 467-2692, Brenda Nordin.
The Ocean State Orchid Society will hold its Annual Ocean State Orchid Society Auction on April 29, 11 a.m. (Preview at 10:30 a.m.), Rocky Hill Grange, 1340 South County Trail, East Greenwich, RI, 02818. Entrance in rear of building.
Come to the auction for the chance to purchase orchids not commonly available at big box stores and house plant nurseries! The Ocean State Orchid Society will have orchids imported from Hawaii for sale. The will have a variety of orchid genera available for auction, including Phalaenopsis, Oncidium, Cattleya and many others. The starting bid for all orchids will be $15.00. In addition to having a unique opportunity to purchase rare orchids, come speak to an OSOS member to get care instructions to help ensure your growing success! OSOS will have an Orchid 101 meeting in May to assist in the culture of your newly purchased plants. Complimentary refreshments available. Public is welcome and encouraged to attend.
St. Mark's Episcopal Church Almost May Breakfast, Sunday, April 30, from 7 - 11 a.m., 111 West Shore Rd, Warwick. Menu: Scrambled eggs, Bacon, Sausage, Home Fries, Baked Beans, Pancakes, Muffins, Danish and Hot and Cold beverages. Tickets are Adults-$14, Children under 10-$5, and families-$30. Call 401-737-3127 to reserve your spot."
Greenwood Fire Museum’s April Craft Show on Sunday, April 30, 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Unique jewelry, Crochet & Knotted items, Tupperware, Rope Bags, Bath & Body, Color Streak, Dog Scarfs, Toys, Driftwood Plates, Beachy Necklaces, Bracelets & Earrings, No-sew Fabric Covered Ornaments, and much, much more.
The Warwick Rotary Club will hold a benefit breakfast on Tuesday, May 2, 7 – 9:30 a.m. at Kent Hospital Blue Wave Café, 455 Toll Gate Rd., Warwick. Proceeds to benefit Warwick Rotary Charitable Grant Program and Kent Employee Emergency Program (KEEP).
Tickets Available Online (https://checkoutri.com/events/rotary-may-breakfast-tues-05-02-2023/) until 2:00 p.m. on Monday, May 1, and at Beacon Communications, 1944 Warwick Ave, Warwick. $10 per person. Tickets will also be available at the door. For more information, email: WarwickRotaryRI@gmail.com.
Kick-off the 2023 Gaspee Days season with "Night at the Museum" on Friday, May 5 from 6 to 8 p.m. The Aspray Boathouse and the Pawtuxet Rangers Armory will both be open to view historic memorabilia. Each attendee will receive a commemorative glass and 2 drink tickets for beer or wine. We will have local breweries bringing this year’s “Gaspee Brews.” The donation to attend this event is $25.00; tickets are limited. Please purchase tickets through Eventbrite or our website (http://www.gaspee.com/events).
The market, located at 60 Rhodes Place, Cranston, is open Saturdays from 9 a.m. to noon starting May 6. The market will feature 20+ vendors every week, offering something for everyone, including locally grown vegetables, eggs, fruit, meat, honey, cheese, baked goods, prepared foods, locallyroasted coffee, and local packaged foods (kimchi, hot sauce, marinara, sauerkraut, seitan). The market features vegan and gluten-free options and local handmade goods. There will also be food trucks, live music, and occasional visits from community groups
The Gaspee Seniors will hold their annual May Breakfast at Tides, Tollgate High School, 575 Centerville Rd, Warwick, on Friday, May 5, at 11:30 a.m. $12.00 per person, payable in advance. You must have a reservation. Please contact Gaspee Seniors.
CarFit will be held at New England Institute of Technology (west parking lot), 1 New England Tech Blvd., East Greenwich, May 6, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
CarFit is a free, interactive and educational program designed to improve older driver safety. Trained volunteers provide information to ensure the safest “fit” for older drivers and their vehicles. Please call Joanne Jones, jjones@neit.edu or 409-789-7376. This event is sponsored by AOTA, AAA & AARP.
Saturday May 6, from 10am-noon for a talk about Internet Safety, Identity Theft, Fraud & Scams, and Crime Prevention. Pontiac Free Library, 101 Greenwich Ave., Warwick. For information, please contact 401-737-3292 or info@pontiacfreelibrary.org.
Saturday, May 13 & 20, at 12:30 p.m. for Inner Peace Relaxation Technique (2-part workshop). Registration limited. For more information on events; Pontiac Free Library, 101 Greenwich Ave., Warwick. 401-737-3292 or info@pontiacfreelibrary.org.
Spring Concert, Earth and Sky, on Sunday, May 7 at 7 p.m. St. Kevin Church, 333 Sandy Lane, Warwick, RI. Tickets are $15 for adults and $10 for students. The music is a celebration of the earth and sky, people and all living things. Readings of Indigenous Poets will be included. Continuing the mission of the chorale, donations at the door will be accepted to support Community MusicWorks in Providence. Please check out the West Bay Chorale Facebook page or website for further information or info@westbaychorale.org.
The ImPOSSIBLE Dream, 575 Centreville Road, Warwick, Sunday, May 7, 12 to 2 p.m. Please join Alysha Motroni of Williams & Stuart Real Estate, Lori Venditelli of Province Mortgage, and Lisa Cooper of First National Title and Al Robinson of Lapointe Insurance for a day of family fun! We will be taking over the main party room and we'll have face painting, balloon animals, some light food, and lot of other fun for the kiddos in our community! This event is open to the public so please feel free to invite your friends! There is no cost to attend or participate in the activities, but we would ask that you make a donation to the playground if possible. www.Impossibledreamplayground.org
Come join us for our Spring Bazaar! May 7, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. VFW Post 183, 172 Washington Street, Warwick. Offering plants, crafts, baked goods and much more. This supports the Women’s Auxiliary.
Meat Raffle, May 13, 2 p.m. There will be 4 tables full of your favorites - just in time for grilling season. A 50/50 raffle and one large table of meat. One winner takes all. VFW Post 183, 172 Washington Street
Warwick. For more information on events, please contact: 401-467-8940.
April 22, 9 a.m. Clean up at Warwick Cemetery #59, Love Lane. Contact Councilman Vinny Gebhart: 401-307-1284 for further information. Please bring rakes, gloves, and clippers. Community service hours available.
April 29, 9 a.m. Clean up at Brayton Cemetery, Post Rd. Contact Susan Cabeceiras: Susan.w.cabeceiras@warwickri.gov for further information. Please bring rakes and gloves. Community Service hours available.
May 7, 2 p.m. Informational talk and tour of General George Sears Greene Cemetery WK #23, Apponaug. Join Brian Guiot and Paul Bourget at WK #23 to learn about General Greene and his illustrious career during the Civil War, other inhabitants of the cemetery and the last person to be buried there, Mark Tiffany Greene, a World War 1 veteran. Contact Pegee Malcolm: 401-527-1823 for further information.
May 20, 1 – 4 p.m. Scavenger Hunt at Brayton Cemetery. Join the Warwick Historical Cemetery Commission as you stroll around this beautiful historic cemetery learning about some of the folks buried there and what the symbolism means on headstones. Contact Sue Cabeceiras: Susan.w.cabeceiras@warwickri.gov or Pegee Malcolm: 401-527-1823
The 9th Annual Crafting for Critters Spring Craft Fair will be held outdoors on Saturday, May 13, at the Airport Professional Park, 2348 Post Road, Warwick, RI from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Hosted by Friends of the Warwick Animal Shelter, over 70 artisans will be selling their locally handcrafted items just in time for Mother’s Day! Items for sale include fine art, jewelry, crafts, handcrafted accessories, garden items, apparel, home decor, baked goods, candies, jams & jellies, dog treats, pet accessories, books and more. Event is outdoors. Admission and parking are free. Food trucks will be on the premises.
For more information or vendor application, please contact Audrey Snow, Fair Director at 401-737-8752 or by email fowas.crafts@gmail.com. For updates:
https://www.facebook.com/FriendsOfTheWarwickAnimalShelter or visit our website http://friendsri.org
Donations of wet cat food and wet dog food for the animals at Warwick Animal Shelter are welcome. Produced by Friends of the Warwick Animal Shelter, a 501(c)3 non-profit organization that uses donations
Bronx Zoo Trip, Tuesday, May 16. Bus pickup from the Exit 19 Park & Ride on Hopkins Hill Road at 7 a.m., return time is approximately 8:30 p.m. Cost is $114/person. For more information call Maureen at 828-5188. Please contact Maureen for final payment.
Essex Steam Train & Riverboat Trip for Thursday, June 22. Bus pickup from Exit 19 Park & Ride on Hopkins Hill Road at 9 a.m., return time is approximately 5 p.m. Cost is $119/person. For more information call Maureen at 828-5188. Final payment is due by Thursday, May 25.
Asbury United Methodist Church & Lakewood Baptist Church working together to feed your soul! Monthly grab and go meal site located at, Lakewood Baptist Church, 255 Atlantic Ave, Warwick. Scheduled dates to pick up meals are every 3rd Saturday of the month, 10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. May 17.
Do you play fiddle, guitar, Irish flute, pennywhistle, bodhran, mandolin, banjo, concertina, accordion, folk harp, hammered dulcimer, Appalachian dulcimer, banjo, acoustic bass, ukulele, keyboard, recorder, or sing? Is your skill level somewhere between “new-ish” and advanced? If so, we’d love to play Celtic and traditional music with you!
You’ll find us every Monday from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Pawtuxet Baptist Church, 2157 Broad St. in Cranston. Visit www.gaspeecelticjam.org for more info or to send us any questions. We look forward to meeting you!
We are looking for volunteers that would like to help us plan and staff community events, organize hygiene product collection drives and raise funds for Amenity Aid. If you are interested in doing any of the above or would like to be a member of our Community Outreach Committee, please contact Stacey Silva, Community Outreach Chair at Stacey@AmenityAid.org.
Amenity Aid’s mission is to improve the health and wellbeing of vulnerable populations by creating access to essential hygiene products. Serving all of Rhode Island, we distribute toiletry necessities to those most vulnerable through our network of direct service agencies.
Operation Stand Down Rhode Island (OSDRI) is requesting volunteers to help for the 2023 Boots on the Ground for Heroes Memorial. Volunteers are needed for set up, weekend-of help, and breakdown. Set up days are as followed: Tuesday, May 23, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.; Wednesday, May 24, , 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.; Thursday, May 25, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.; Friday, May 26, , 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., 12 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Their number one priority these days, is to get the memorial up with success and in the safest and most efficient way. Please be advised that the need for volunteers and volunteering duties may be subject to change at any given moment. OSDRI will be sending any updates about the volunteering needs to the email that was registered with the volunteer online registration.
If you are a corporate office or company who is interested in volunteering- EACH person volunteering needs to sign up through the OSDRI online registration. If your company sends out an internal volunteering portal, you will still need to sign up with OSDRI at our online portal as well. This helps us correctly account for how many people are attending to help.
Set up will be at Fort Adams in Newport. Set up duties consist of setting the boots out, cleaning up / shining boots, lacing boots, lining up boots on a predesigned grid, attaching name placards, stuffing boots, and placing out American flags. Volunteers should be physically able to bend down/walk.
We will also need volunteers for the actual event itself. Volunteers to assist with band setup/breakdown, parking in the main lot, assisting at both the entrance and at the exit of the fort, and other miscellaneous duties. We are looking for 2-4 people to fill each volunteer shift.
The following shifts are available: Saturday, May 27, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., 2 p.m. to 8 p.m.; Sunday, May 28, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., 2 p.m. to 8 p.m.; Monday, May 29, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., 1 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Break down will be at 8 a.m. on Tuesday, May 30. Break down duties consist of picking up boots, storing boots, picking up tags, picking up American Flags, and other miscellaneous duties. This is also a labor-intensive activity which needs volunteer assistance.
If anyone is interested in volunteering, they must sign up through the link: osdri.charityproud.org/VolunteerRegistration/Index/4506. Please move the calendar to May (if it is a different month) and click on the shift desired to sign up.
Should you have any questions or concerns please feel free to contact Amanda Dean at adean@osdri.org or 401-383-4730
AARP Chapter 2210 has planned a Lake Winnipesaukee Luncheon Cruise trip on August 17. Experience the majesty of Lake Winnipesaukee during your 2.5 hour narrated scenic tour aboard the historic M/S Mount Washington cruise vessel. Bus pickup from Exit 19 Park & Ride on Hopkins Hill Road at 8:30 a.m., return time is approximately 6:30 p.m. Cost is $134/person. For more information call Maureen at 401-828-5188. Final payment due by July 10.
AARP Chapter 2210 has planned a Boston Duck Tour & Margaritaville Faneuil Hall trip on September 12. Bus pickup from Exit 19 Park & Ride on Hopkins Hill Road at 8:30 a.m., return time is approximately 6 p.m. Cost is $134/person. For more information call Maureen at 401-828-5188. Final payment is due by August 12.
AARP Chapter 2210 has planned a Mohawk Trail Fall Foliage Tour on October 3. Bus pickup from Exit 19 Park & Ride on Hopkins Hill Road at 9 a.m., return time is approximately 6 p.m. Cost is $109/person. For more information call Maureen at 401-828-5188. Final payment is due by September 3.
AARP Chapter 2210 has planned a trip to Resorts Casino Hotel in Atlantic City from November 7-9. The Tour includes 2 nights’ accommodation, 2 meal credits (up to $20 value each) & $20 slot play. Bus pickup from Exit 19 Park & Ride on Hopkins Hill Road at 7 a.m., return time is approximately 6 p.m. Cost is $299/person (double occupancy), $279/person (triple occupancy) or $399/person (single occupancy). For more information call Maureen at 401-828-5188. Final payment is due by September 21
The St, Francis Xavier Academy Alumnae Association is accepting scholarship applications from Jan. 1, until July 31. Forms are available on our two Facebook pages, by mail at SXA. P.O. Box 20452, Cranston, 02920, or contact a board member.
The Coventry Senior Band is looking for musicians. A group of retired volunteers, we play gigs at Nursing Homes, Senior Centers, etc. If you are over 55 and play an instrument call David at (401) 368-6895 or email at walshdavid170@gmail.com
Meadowlark Seniors meet Thursdays at 1:30 p.m., at St. Kevin Church Hall, 333 Sandy Lane, Warwick. Short meetings, fun activities, and socializing!! Come join us!!!
The Grange is a fraternal community service, nonprofit organization with a special interest in rural life and the traditions of faith, patriotism, leadership and family values. It’s a place where the whole family can go and grow. Help us to help others.
The meetings are held on the third Wednesday of the month at 7:30 p.m. There are no meetings in July and August. The Grange Hall is located at 1175 West Shore Road, Warwick. For information, please call either Joan Clegg at 401 465-7259 or Mike Osiensky at (508) 954-9712.
West Warwick AARP Chapter is looking to expand its membership. Meetings are held on the second Tuesday of the month, 1 p.m., at St. Mary's Church Hall, 70 Church Street, West Warwick. All are welcome to come to enjoy a cup of coffee and chat with new friends.
Visiting Nurse Home and Hospice (VNH&H) is asking for individuals to support their hospice programs by giving $20.00 or more to their Hearts for Hospice campaign. People can dedicate their gift to a loved one who is always in their heart; all dedications are listed on the organization’s website. You can make your donation at www.visitinghursehh.org/giving/ or by calling 401-682-2100 extension number 1631.
Do you play cribbage? If so, consider joining a small group of cribbage players every Friday at 9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., who meet and play at the East Greenwich Community Center, Pierce Street, East Greenwich. This is a social group where all levels of players are invited to play and meet new friends; there is no cost involved. If you are interested in joining, contact Barbara at 737-6477.
Prepare for the U.S. Naturalization Interview with Citizen Preparation classes at the Warwick Public Library. Practice citizenship vocabulary, learn the necessary civics content, and work on interview skills using the N-400 application form. Classes meet on Saturdays from 10:00 a.m. to noon, starting Sept. 25. Sign up at the library. For more information, call (401) 455-8041. These free classes are offered by the RI Family Literary Initiative.
We Make RI, an organization that provides free manufacturing training, hosts a series of job fairs every Thursday from 11 a.m. to noon, 200 First Ave., Cranston. We Make RI offer job seekers a chance to meet with employers, get career counseling, resume help and more. Some employers include Swissline Precision, Admiral Packaging, KB Surfaces, Warwick Hanger and Hitachi Cable. For more information about this event or other training opportunities, visit www.wemakeri.com/get-a-job-thursday or contact Mike at (401) 232-0077 x109.
Hear that sound? It is all the buzz on what is happening this month! Want to buzz about your next outing? What about a fundraiser or club meeting? Share the love! Send your event information to: Ida at Idaz@rhodybeat.com!
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