Weekend Spotlight

Oct. 10, Opening Reception for Annual Rhode Island Open Juried Exhibition, will be held on Thurs., October 10, from 6 to 7:30 p.m., at Warwick Center for the Arts, 3259 Post Rd., Warwick. The exhibit is free and open to the public from Oct. 5 to Nov. 23. For further information, please call 401-737-0010 or warwickcfa.org.

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Oct. 10, Oakland Beach Association Meeting will be held on Thurs., Oct. 10, at 6 p.m. at the First Congregational Church, 715 Oakland Beach Ave., Warwick (side entrance).  Our guest speakers will be Mayoral Candidate, Leah Hazelwood as well as Senate Candidate, Mark McKenney.

Oct. 12, Anti-Bullying Walkathon/Fundraiser is scheduled for Sat., Oct. 12, at Warwick City Park, from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. Registration at 11:30 a.m. Please wear orange clothes/shoes. Orange is the color of this cause, and we'd love to have everyone united in the same color.

Oct. 12, Colorful Collages with Barbara Larned will be held on Sat., Oct. 12, at Warwick Center for the Arts, 3259 Post Rd., Warwick, from 12 noon to 3 p.m. For information, please call 401-737-0010 or warwickcfa.org. 

Oct. 12, 13 & 14, Exeter Grange Yard Sale will be on Sat., Oct. 12, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Sun., Oct. 13, from noon to 3 p.m. ($5 a bag) and Mon., Oct. 14, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. ($5 a box). Location is: 469 Ten Rod Rd., Rte. 102, in Exeter. Please donate a jar of peanut butter to a local concern.

Oct.15, Toastmasters Meet and Greet Event with the Ocean State Toastmasters Club, on Thurs., Oct. 15, at Lemongrass Restaurant, 1138 Post Rd., Warwick, from 6:30 to 8 p.m. All are welcome. Check their Facebook page and website. https://oceanstate.toastmastersclubs.org.

Oct. 15, The Gaspee Seniors will hold a business meeting on Tues., Oct. 15, at 1:30 p.m., at The Pilgrim Senior Center, 27 Pilgrim Parkway, Warwick. This will be followed by coffee and pastry. The day’s theme is apples for the fall season. New members are always welcome.

Oct. 17, The Village Common of Rhode Island will host its annual fundraising event at ‘Harbor Lights’ Golf Marina, 150 Gray Street, Warwick from 5:30-7:30 p.m. To purchase tickets, please call 401-228-8683 x4, contact susan.derita@villagecommonri.org  or visit https://www.eventbrite.com/e/home-is-where-your-village-is-tickets-998460641657

Oct. 19, Southern RI Out of the Darkness Community Walk by the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention Rhode Island Chapter will be held on Sat., Oct. 19, at 10:30 a.m. Registration and activities will begin at 9:30 a.m. at Salve Regina University, 100 Ochre Point Ave., Newport. For more details and to register, go to: afsp.org/northernri . Walk-up registration is also welcomed.

Oct. 19 Chesterton Academy Open House will be held on Sat., Oct. 19, at 10 a.m., 610 Jefferson Blvd., Warwick (the former Saint Francis parish and school). Register at: chestertonri.org/oct19  Contact us at: 401-287-2280 / info@chestertonRl.org. 

Oct. 19, 4th Annual No More Hunger Walk will be held on Sat., Oct. 19, to raise fund for local food pantries. The walk will begin at St. Mark’s Episcopal Church, 111 West Shore Road, Warwick, and proceed along West Shore Road to Donovan Park in Conimicut Village. Any interested churches, organizations, and individuals are invited and encouraged to join in. Call 401-737-8232 or e-mail  WoodburyChurchRI@gmail.com for details.

Oct. 19 & Oct. 20, Saturday, Artist Aileen Quinn the West Bay Open Studios on Sat., Oct. 19 and Sun. Oct. 20 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., Clouds Hill Museum will host artist Aileen Quinn, on the West Bay Open Studios tour. For more information visit West Bay Open Studios | Warwick Center for the Arts warwickcfa.org.

Oct. 20, Greenwood Fire Company and Museum Bingo will be on Sun., Oct. 20, at the Greenwood Fire Hall, 45 Kernick St. in Warwick.  Doors open at 5:30 p.m. and bingo starts at 6 p.m.  Registration is recommended; space is limited to 50 guests.  Reserve by leaving a message or text to Diane at 401-241-7203 or email greenwoodvfc1@gmail.com. Price of admission is $15. 

Oct. 23, Art Journaling Workshop will be held on Wed., Oct. 23 at Warwick Center for the Arts, 3259 Post Rd., Warwick, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. For further information and registration, please call 401-737-0010 or warwickcfa.org.

Oct. 23, USCG Auxiliary North Star Flotilla's Boating Class will begin on Oct. 23 at North Star Bldg., Safe Harbor Marina North 1 Masthead Drive, Warwick from 7-9 p.m. Classes run for five nights: Oct. 28, Oct. 30, Nov. 4, Nov. 6. $50 for the first family member and $25 for each additional family member. Register online at www.northstarflotilla.com.

Oct. 25, Monoprinting on Gel Plates Workshop will be held on Fri., Oct. 25, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., Warwick Center for the Arts, 3259 Post Rd., Warwick. Another workshop will be held Nov. 8 at the same time and location. For further information, please call 401-737-0010 or warwickcfa.org.

Oct. 26, Moosup Valley Music Series will be held on Sat., Oct. 26, from 6 to 8 p.m., at Moosup Valley Church, 81 Moosup Valley Rd., featuring singers/songwriters Lara Herscovitch and Allysen Callery. Pass-the-hat donations are welcome. Proceeds benefit guest artists.  Support live, local music.  For more information, contact: Laurie 401-623-0320.

Oct. 26, Howel-o-ween Bash will be hosted by Warwick Animal Shelter on Sat., Oct. 26, from 6:30 pm to 11 p.m., Knights of Columbus, 475 Sandy Lane, Warwick. Costumes are optional, but definitely lots more fun.  This is an adults-only event, and pets are not permitted on the premises. Advance tickets are $25 pp. For more information or to purchase tickets, call 401-468-4377.

Oct. 27, Howl-o-ween Hike ‘N’ Treat: Day out with your dogs hosted by Furry Fellas Pet Sitting and Dog Walking to benefit Friends of the Warwick Animal Shelter on Sun., Oct. 27 from 2 to 5 p.m., at Warwick City Park (across from the Dog Park), 185 Asylum Road, Warwick. Rain date is Sun., Nov. 10. Costumes are encouraged for both dogs and their humans but not required. Hang out for free — advance registration required for dog walk ($10) and costume contest ($10). For more info or to register:  https://www.furryfellaspetsitting.com/events/

Oct. 27, Paint Party Fund Raiser is scheduled for Sun., Oct. 27, from 2 to 4 p.m., at St. Mark’s Episcopal Church Hall, 111 West Shore Rd., Warwick. Supplies, food and drinks inclusive: $45pp. Register at JJARTWORKS, The Paint Professionals: www.jjartworks.com.

Nov. 22, The Sojourner House Annual Masquerade Ball will be held on Fri., Nov. 22, at 7 p.m., at the Graduate Hotel, Grand Ballroom, 11 Dorrance St., Providence. For more information and to purchase tickets visit https://sojournerri.org/masquerade-ball/.

Dec. 15, AARP Chapter 2210 Portland Symphony’s "The Magic of Christmas" Trip on Dec. 15. The trip includes lunch at Boon's Restaurant, orchestra seat at Portland Symphony's "The Magic of Christmas" & motorcoach transportation. Cost is $185/person. Call Maureen, 401-828-5188 or Anne, 401-263-4274 for reservations or for more information.

Jan. 5 – 7, 2025, AARP CHAPTER 2210 ATLANTIC CITY TRIP has planned a trip to Resorts Casino Hotel in Atlantic City from January 5-7. The Tour includes 2 nights’ accommodations, 2 meal credits (up to $20 value each) & $20 slot play. Bus pickup from the 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 828-5188 or Anne at 263-4272.

Every Monday through Friday, Virtual Dementia Caregiver Support Groups are specifically designed for people caring for loved ones with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia. Mon., 3:30 to 5 p. m.; Tues., 3 to 4:30 p. m.; Wed., 5 to 6:30 p. m.; Thurs. and Fri., 10 to 11:30 a. m. Information and registration, call 401-415-4664; or email to: info@HopeDementia.org. Follow us on Facebook @HopeHealth.

Every Monday, Gaspee Celtic Jam - The Gaspee Celtic Jam meets at the Pawtuxet Village Baptist Church, 2157 Broad St., Cranston, every Mon. from 7 – 9 p.m. 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? All skill levels welcome. Visit gaspeecelticjam.org for more info (including the current tune list/tune book) or to send us any questions. No specific Celtic music experience is required.

Every Monday, Tri-City Elks Lodge #14 Country Line Dance Lessons, from 6 to 8 p.m., 1915 W. Shore Rd, Warwick. Instructor Melissa Caldarone from Get in Line RI, teaching beginner dances. $10 per class. Come in and enjoy the fun!

Every First and Third Monday Rhode Island Active Toastmasters meets, serving both Rhode Island and Southern MA. Rhode Island Active Toastmasters holds its meetings at New England Institute of Technology in East Greenwich, in Rm N214 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. For more information, please contact us at Rhode Island Active Toastmasters. All are welcome!

Every First and Third Tuesday Ocean State Toastmasters Club meets, serving both Rhode Island and Southern MA. Ocean State Toastmasters Club holds its meetings at 641 Bald Hill Road, Warwick, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. For more information, please contact: Arturo at 401-999-2393. All are welcome.

 Every Second Tuesday West Warwick AARP Chapter West Warwick AARP Chapter meets the second Tues. of the month, 1 p.m. at St. Mary's Church Hall, 70 Church Street, West Warwick. Looking to expand its membership. All are welcome to come to enjoy a cup of coffee and chat with new friends.

 Every Second and Fourth Tuesday the Fall River Toastmasters Meeting, serving both Rhode Island and Southern Mass the Fall River Toastmasters holds its meetings. Doors open at 6 p.m., and meeting is from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Join us at The Chamber, 200 Pocasset St, Fall River, MA, 2nd floor. For more information, call Sean DaCosta at (508)-840-6621. All are welcome!

 Every Wednesday, Calling All Seniors: The Dance ‘50’s, ‘60’s, 70’s, & 80’s Music at the American Legion, 662 West Shore Rd., Warwick. Light snacks for free and refreshments for purchase. No outside alcohol is permitted. Cover: $10pp at the door. For more information:  Mary 401-256-1169.

 Every Wednesday, TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) Meets every Wed. night with weigh-in at 5:45 p.m. at St. Rita's Church, 722 Oakland Beach Avenue, Warwick. TOPS is a great way to improve your health. Stop by for free.

 Every Third Wednesday Old Warwick Grange #41 The Grange Hall is located at 1175 West Shore Road, Warwick, meets the third Wed. of the month at 7:30 p.m. For information, please call either Joan Clegg at 401-465-7259 or Mike Osiensky at 508-954-9712. 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. There are no meetings in July and August.

Every Thursday Tri-City Elks Lodge #14 Collectible Car Show, May thru Sept., at 5 p.m., 1915 West Shore Rd., Warwick. Bring your auto and show it off or just come and enjoy the night. The Tiki bar will be open, there will be music and also food will be available to purchase.

Every Thursday, Pick-Up Hockey 55 and older, coed: $5pp. Thayer Ice Rink, 975 Sandy Ln., Warwick, from 8:45 to 10:00 a.m. Full Equipment required. For more information contact:  Lon Krueger 302-229-3457 or bethlon@verizon.net.

 Every Thursday, Take Off Pounds Sensibly TOPS #38 is meeting every Thurs. morning at St. Luke's Church (lower level), 99 Pierce Street, East Greenwich. Weigh-in begins at 9:30 a.m. The meeting is from 10 to 11 a.m. Enter from the side parking lot, go down the stairs to the kitchen area. All are welcome as well as any canned food donations. For information, call:  Angela Henderson at 401-225-6174.

 Every Thursday Meadowlark Seniors the Meadowlark Seniors will meet at 1:30 p.m., at St. Kevin Church Hall, 333 Sandy Lane, Warwick. Short meetings, fun activities, and socializing. Come join us. New members are welcome.

 Every Thursday - Get a Job Thursdays We Make RI, 200 First Ave., Cranston. An organization that provides free manufacturing training, hosts a series of job fairs every Thursday from 11 a.m. to noon.  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.

 Every Friday Cribbage Players Do you play cribbage? If so, consider joining a small group of cribbage players every, who meet and play at the East Greenwich Community Center, Pierce Street, East Greenwich every Fri., from 9 to 11 a.m. 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.

 Every Saturday, Citizenship Prep Classes at WPL Prepare for the U.S. Naturalization Interview with Citizen Preparation classes at the Warwick Public Library, from 10 a.m. to noon. Practice citizenship vocabulary, learn the necessary civics content, and work on interview skills using the N-400 application form. Sign up at the library. For more information, call 401-455-8041. These free classes are offered by the RI Family Literary Initiative.

PSA Free Gun Locks at Cranston Public Library Secure storage of weapons is now the law in Rhode Island.  A Free Gun Lock and Securing Weapons Safely information is available at the Reference Desk at the Central Library, 140 Sockanosset Cross Rd., Cranston.  Stop by for a free gun lock and literature on how to securely store weapons.  Doing so will save lives and make our communities safer.  Residents from all RI communities are welcome. "This event is not endorsed by or affiliated with the Cranston Public Library."

NAMI-RI Offers Family Support Groups  The RI chapter of the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI-RI) offers free support groups for families and friends of loved ones who are struggling with their mental health. The groups are led by trained facilitators who also have lived experience as family members themselves. The group meetings last about 1.5 hours, and everyone who participates in the meeting gets a chance to share. The other members of the group try to offer help and resources, when appropriate, based on their own experiences. More information and full schedule can be found at namirhodeisland.org. or call 401-331-3060. No pre-registration for these monthly groups is necessary.

First Thurs. at 6 p.m. IN PERSON ONLY at the Rochambeau Library in the Community Room, Rochambeau Library, 708 Hope Street, Providence (NEW-starts Aug.)

Second Tues. at 5 p.m. IN PERSON ONLY at the Middletown Public Library in the Community Room. Middletown Library, 700 West Main Road, Middletown.

Third Tues. at 6:30 p.m. MEETS VIA ZOOM ONLY Please call 401-331-3060 or email info@namirhodeisland.org for the Zoom link

Fourth Wed. at 6 p.m. IN PERSON ONLY at the Hope Valley Grange, #71116 Main Street, Hope Valley.

Volunteer with NAMI-RI The RI chapter of the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI-RI) is currently seeking volunteers to facilitate our family programs in 2024. Free training is required and available for interested persons who have a loved one struggling with mental health issues. Together with our grassroots volunteers, we work every day to provide help and hope to millions of Americans. Volunteers are essential to the work that we do at NAMI Rhode Island, and we are always seeking enthusiastic people to help us achieve our mission. For more information about our family programs and volunteer training, email beth@namirhodeisland.org, call the NAMI-RI office 401-331-3060 or visit our website at namirhodeisland.org.

Coventry Senior Band 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

 Hearts for Hospice 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.

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