Oct. 12, Oakland Beach Association will meet on Thurs., Oct. 12, at 6 p.m., at the Boys & Girls Club, 340 Oakland Beach Ave. Our guest speakers will be Ann Corvin, Director of the Warwick Animal Shelter and Animal Control Officer, Heather Razza. Learn how these two city departments work together to save pets' lives. All are welcome to attend.

Oct. 13, Halloween Movie At The Complex, on Fri., Oct. 13, Central Rhode Island Chamber of Commerce, will present “Hotel Transylvania: Transformania” at Bend Street Sports Complex, 80 Bend St., Warwick.  Movie begins at 6:30 p.m., weather permitting. Children's activities begin at 5:30 p.m.  Bring your family, friends, a blanket or chair and watch a free family friendly movie . Complete Details can be found on www.CentralRichamber.com  or call 401-732-1100. 

Oct. 13, A Vigil for Peace will be held at St. Barnabas Episcopal Church, 3257 Post Road, Warwick, on Fri., Oct. 13, at 7 p.m. This service will include readings from scripture, prayers for peace, and time for quiet reflection. All are welcome.

Weekend Spotlight

Oct. 14, Crafting for Critters Fall Bazaar Supports Homeless Animals will be held outdoors on Sat., Oct.  14, at the Airport Professional Park, 2348 Post Road, Warwick, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Over 70 artisans will be selling their locally handcrafted items just in time for the gift-giving season! 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, Halloween, Thanksgiving and Christmas themed items and more. Admission and parking are free. Food trucks will be on the premises. For more information or vendor application, please contact Audrey Snow, the Event Director by email at fowas.crafts@gmail.com. Donations of wet cat food and wet dog food for the animals at Warwick Animal Shelter are welcome (no dry food please). fundraiser proceeds to benefit the homeless cats and dogs at the Warwick Animal Shelter. Donations are tax-deductible, as allowable by law. 

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Oct. 14, Annual  No More Hunger Walk A walk to call attention to food insecurity and raise funds for local food pantries  will be held on Sat., Oct. 14. Registration is at 9 a.m. and the walk begins at 10 a.m. Over $20,000 has been raised in the past two years. 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.  Call 401-737-8232 or e-mail  WoodburyChurchRI@gmail.com for details.

Oct. 14, Smith’s Castle Seminar: “Anchored in Rhode Island: The Slave Trade and Reckoning with Our Past” will be held on Sat., Oct. 14, Smith’s Castle, , 55 Richard Smith Drive, North Kingstown.  Wine, cheese, and light refreshments will be served. Donations are greatly appreciated on admission. For further information about Smith’s Castle visit our website at www.smithscastle.org  or call: 401-294-3521.

Oct 14, Walk to End Domestic Violence for the Elizabeth Buffum Chace Center will be held on Sat., Oct. 14, from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. starting at Rocky Point State Park, 1 Rocky Point Ave., Warwick.  The walk brings awareness to domestic violence and raises money for services which directly impact victims and survivors in the community.  The Elzabeth Buffum Chace Center provides free, confidential services to over 3,500 victims of domestic violence and sexual assault each year throughout RI.  For more information: www.ebccenter.org/walk.

Oct. 14, All Saints Episcopal Church Fundraising Event for House of Hope will hold a multi-family yard sale supporting the homeless in RI, on Sat., Oct. 14, from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. at All Saints Episcopal Church, 11 Greenwich Ave., Warwick.  Rain or shine.  There will be something for everyone:  Jewelry, vintage items, chairs, wooden frames, houseware, kitchenware, appliances, clothes, records, books, toys, baby items craft supplies, linens, electronics, holiday items and much more. 

Oct. 15, Greenwood Fire Company and Museum Bingo on Sun., Oct. 15, at the Greenwood Fire Hall, 45 Kernick Street in Warwick.  Everyone is invited.  Doors open at 5:30 p.m. and bingo starts at 6 p.m.  Registration is recommended; space is limited to 50 guests.  Reserve your spot by leaving a message or text to Diane at 401 241-7203 or email greenwoodvfc1@gmail.com.  You must be 18 to play.  Snacks and drinks and bingo markers are also for sale.  Cash prizes, door prize and 50/50 special.  Price of admission is $15pp.

Oct. 15, Central Falls High School, Class of 1963 Reunion Central  Falls  High  School  Class  of 1963, will hold a  60th  Class Reunion  on Sun., Oct. 15, 12 – 4 p.m. at Chelo’s Banquet Hall, 2225 Post Rd., Warwick.  Tickets: $60pp for buffet and dancing. Please send checks to: Patricia (Guillette) Mannix, 111 Col. John Gardner Rd.,  Narragansett 02882. Please include maiden name and phone number on check. For more information call or email  Patricia Mannix 401-789-0451; Patriciagmannix@gmail.com Or, Nancy Dube Brazeau  401-789-0304; nancybraz@gmail.com.

Oct. 18 NAMI-RI: Registration open Family-to Family Course The Rhode Island Chapter of the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI-RI) is now accepting registration for their next session of NAMI’s Family-to-Family course which begins Wed., Oct. 18, at 6:30 p.m. This is a free and virtual, 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 exercises. For more information on the Family-to-Family curriculum and registration, visit www.namirhodeisland.org or call 401-331-3060 or email beth@namirhodeisland.org.

Oct. 21, Food for the Soul: A Meal Provision Charity will begin on Sat., Oct. 21, from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., at the Lakewood Baptist Church, 255 Atlantic Ave., Warwick (off the bus route).  The Asbury United Methodist Church in partnership with the Lakewood Baptist Church are offering hot meals for those in need for pickup.  This program will continue every 3^rd Saturday through May 18, 2024.

Oct. 21, Trinity Treasures Online Auction, Trinity Episcopal Church, 139 Ocean Avenue, Cranston is featuring its first online auction.  The Preview and Kickoff is Sat., Oct. 21, from 5 to 7 p.m.  Participantscan view over one hundred items, sip beverages, and snack on light appetizers. Bring a smart phone to register. Bidding goes live at 7 p.m. and ends on Wed., Nov. 1, at 11:59 p.m. Can't make the Preview? Register at: www.biddingowl.com/trinitychurch. For more information call 401-575-7009.

Oct. 21, 1950's Sock Hop will be held on Sat., Oct. 21, at 6:30 p.m., (no host) cocktails with dinner at 7 p.m., at West Warwick Elks Lodge #1697, 60 Clyde Street, West Warwick.  Buffet dinner: Salad, meatballs, pasta, chicken cutlet, rolls, butter, coffee and dessert. 1950's music all night long.  Feel free to dress in your best 1950’s attire. Donation: $20pp. Must reserve in advance.  Call Gail: 401-738-0060 or Luanne 401-377-8972 for more information.  No tickets sold at the door!

Oct. 21, Chopstick Auction will be held on Sat., Oct. 21 at the Oakland Beach Volunteer Women's Auxiliary, 645 Oakland Beach Ave., Warwick.  Doors open at 12 p.m. (not earlier) and the auction will promptly begin at 1 p.m. Kitchen and cash bar will be open. For more information contact: rmcdermott57@yahoo.com.

Oct. 21 – 22, Fifteenth Annual West Bay Open Studios Tour will be held on Sat., Oct. 21 and Sun., Oct. 22, from 11a.m. to 5 p.m. Thirteen artists residing in the West Bay of Rhode Island will open their studios to the public through the neighboring coastal towns of Warwick, East Greenwich, and North Kingstown. This once-a-year opportunity gives art lovers and collectors the perfect venue to shop for fine art, jewelry, and crafts. The artists will welcome the public in their studios and talk about their art and creative processes. Two of the locations will include the Clouds Hill Museum located at 4157 Post Rd. in Warwick, and the Warwick Center for the Arts (WCFA) located at 3259 Post Rd. in Warwick. At WCFA, attendees will also enjoy the 37^th Annual Rhode Island Exhibit, which will include the eligible works of the artists participating on the Tour. For more information contact: S. Fox 401-363-6920

Oct. 22, Hendricken’s First Annual Trunk or Treat will be held on Sun., Oct 22, from 4 – 6 p.m. at Bishop Hendricken High School, 2615 Warwick Ave. (Athletic Rd.), Warwick.  All Warwick Schools Pre-K through 8^th grades are invited.  Costumes, raffles, contests, treats and more!

 Oct. 22, St. Francis Xavier Academy Alumnae Association (SXA) Homecoming celebration will be on Oct. 22, with an 11 a.m. Mass at St. Timothy Church, 1799 Warwick Ave., Warwick, immediately followed by lunch at the Crowne Plaza, 801 Greenwich Ave, Warwick. The class of 1973 will celebrate their 50th anniversary.  Gold rosaries will be blessed and distributed to graduates during Mass.  Scholarships will be announced during lunch.  For more information contact Margaret Mathias, 401-232-9006.

Oct. 28, Annual Free Coat & Blanket Distribution will be held on Sat., Oct. 28, at St. John & St. James Church, School Cafeteria, 17 St. John Street, West Warwick, from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. Other clothing will be available such as scarves, gloves, mittens, etc.

Oct. 29, Our Lady of Czenstochowa Church Bazaar will be held on Sun., Oct. 29 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the church, 222MacArthur Blvd., Coventry.  Breakfast will be served from 8:30 to 10 a.m. Polish & American food will be served from 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.  Raffles, children’s booth, crafts, theme baskets, bake shop, “Cookie Bingo,” and more.  Frozen Polish food will be available for purchase (until it is gone).  Admission is free.  For more information:  401-821-7991 or on the website at www.olcsvp.org.  All are welcome.

 Nov. 1, Brown University: Nonfiction@Brown Lecture Series on Nov. 1, at 6 p.m., Nonfiction@Brown presents the New York Times best-seller author Ross Gay. This event is free and open to the public! Please visit https://Rossgay.eventbrite.com to reserve your ticket. The reading will be held in Pembroke Hall Room 305, 172 Meeting St., Providence. 

 Nov. 4, Asbury United Methodist Church Christmas Village Bazaar will be held on Sat., Nov. 4, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., 550 Fair Street, Warwick.  Famous Swedish Coffee Bread, vintage and costume jewelry, high-quality, handcrafted items, baked goods, home goods, Christmas décor, gift baskets and more.  Come for lunch.  Bring a friend.  Fun for kids, too.  Santa will be there! For more information contact: 401-467-5122 or asburyumcri@gmail.com.

Nov. 4, The Woodbury Church Lighthouse Craft Fair & Christmas Bazaar will be held on Sat., Nov. 4, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Woodbury Union Church, 58 Beach Avenue, Conimicut Village in Warwick. Over 25 craft vendors along with gourmet foods, baked goods, homemade crafts, raffle items and attic treasures will be offered.  Be sure to visit our kitchen in the fellowship room for a delicious lunch. For more information, contact:  Ginny 401-345-9935 or woodburychurchri@gmail.com.

 Nov. 4, Pawtuxet River 5K: Run of the Mills is sponsored by the Pawtuxet River Authority & Watershed Council and will be held on Sat., Nov. 4, along the River and Coventry Greenway.  Start and end will be at Rice Memorial Field, 51 Knotty Oak Rd. Coventry.  Check-in: 7 a.m. Start time: 8 a.m. This is a family-friendly 5K walk, run, roll or stroll and is a USATF timed race.  Sign up now at pawtuxet.org. Registration fee is $30, after Sept. 30: $35 and day of event: $50.

All proceeds benefit the Pawtuxet River Authority and Watershed Council (PRAWC), a non-profit, 501(c)(3) organization. They accept monetary donations, or contributions of in-kind goods (such as water, snacks, swag, or gift certificates to use as awards) or donated services (such as marketing, photography or DJ services). If you are interested in becoming a sponsor submit info by filling out the on-line form before Sept.15.  Please email at:  Sponsor.Pawtuxet5k@gmail.com  with any questions.

Nov. 4 & 5, St. Francis Xavier Holiday Bazaar will be held at the church, 81 No. Carpenter St., East Providence, Sat., Nov. 4, from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sun., Nov. 5, from 8 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. There will be something for everyone including: Grand Prize Raffle, Christmas Booth, Attic Treasures, Silent Auction,  Raffle Baskets, Liquor Raffle Baskets, Wine with a mystery gift card, Hand knitted & crocheted Items, Home Decor, Craft Supplies, Baked Good Booth, Lucky 7's, Games and Prizes, Kids Corner, Youth Group

and more. After shopping, enjoy a delicious lunch or dinner at the food court and don't forget to pick up some famous Portuguese malassadas.

Nov. 7 – 9, Resorts Casino Hotel in Atlantic City AARP Chapter 2210 -  Tues. – Thurs., Nov. 7 – 9, Resorts Casino Hotel in Atlantic City Tour. 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 Sept. 21.

Nov. 11 & 12, Emanuel Lutheran Church Craft Fair and Bazaar will be held on Sat., Nov. 11, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and Sun., Nov. 12, from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. at the church, 9 New London Ave., West Warwick.  Exquisite raffle baskets, candles, baby items, bird houses, dried flower items, handmade gnomes, handmade bags, jewelry and so much more.  There will be a lunch and bake shop as well.  All are welcome.

Nov. 11, VFW Post 178 Craft Show - Vendors Wanted The VFW Post 178 Washington St., Warwick, will hold its craft show on Sat., Nov. 11,  from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Vendors wanted at $25 per table. Please email dmkempf71@gmail.com or leave a message 401-391-4565.  

Nov. 15, Scandinavian Holiday Brunch will be held on Sun., Nov. 5, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Elks Lodge, 60 Clyde Street, West Warwick.  Breakfast includes:  Coffee, juice, scrambled eggs, home fries, beans, Swedish pancakes, Swedish meatballs, ham, sausage, Swedish breads and rice pudding. There will also be a bake sale table. Donation: adults $18 and children 6 – 12 $5.  For reservations, contact Linda 401-739-3530. Event is sponsored by Star Lodge #56, Vasa Order of America.

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 www.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, 1915 W. Shore Rd, Warwick. Instructor Melissa from Get in Line RI from 6:00 to 8pm. $10 per class. Come in and enjoy the fun!

Every Tuesday, Jeep Night Tri-City Elks Lodge #14, 1915 W. Shore Rd Warwick presents Jeep Night every Tues. at 5:00 p.m. Around back at the lodge. Jeeps and 4 x 4's of all shapes and sizes are welcome. The Tiki Bar will be open for beverages and there will be food prepared by PB&J's available to purchase.

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

Every Thursday, Custom Collectible Car Show Tri-City Elks Lodge #14,1915 W. Shore Rd. Warwick, presents a Custom Collectible Car Show every Thurs. at 5 p.m.  Around back at the lodge.  Bring your auto and show it off or just come and enjoy! Motorcycles are welcome.  There will be live music & food for sale and the Tiki Bar will be open for beverages!

Every Thursday, Take Off Pounds Sensibly TOPS #38 is  meeting every Thurs. morning at St. Luke's Episcopal Church (lower level), 99 Pierce Street, East Greenwich. Weigh-in begins at 9:30 a.m. The is from 10 – 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:  Joan Tinkham 401-739-5322.

Every Thursday Meadowlark Seniors  the Meadowlark Seniors meetings 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. at 9:30 p.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.

Starting Saturday, Sept. 25, Citizenship Prep Classes at WPL Prepare for the U.S. Naturalization Interview with Citizen Preparation classes at the Warwick Public Library, starting Sat., Sept. 25, 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.

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 www.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.

Amenity Aid – Volunteers Needed 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.

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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