Weekend Spotlight

Nov. 11, Veterans Through the Ages is sponsored by The Hope Historical Society, inviting the community to the meeting on Sat., Nov. 11, 2 p.m., at the Howland Barn, 35 Ryefield Road, Hope. Local heroes and others who have served our country from the Revolutionary War period to modern times will be honored. Veterans will be recognized during the program. All are encouraged to bring photos, stories, and other memorabilia from the veteran’s period of service. Military uniform is not required. For photos please identify the individual, the military branch in which they served, period of service, description of their service, and any honors awarded to them. All are welcome.

Intrigued by the topic but cannot attend “Veterans Through the Ages?” No worries! Post a picture and/or story on the HHS Facebook page: Hope Historical Society, Hope, RI. Pictures and stories must be posted at least 72 hours before the meeting to be included in the program. Pictures or stories can also be emailed to the HHS at hopehistoricalsociety@yahoo.com.

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Nov. 9, The Oakland Beach Association will meet Thurs., Nov. 9, at 6 p.m., at the Boys & Girls Club, 340 Oakland Beach Ave. (side entrance), Warwick. All are welcome to attend. Our guest will be Linda Ferri of the St. Rita's Food Bank. We ask everyone to bring in canned and/or dry foods for Thanksgiving dinners, to be distributed by St. Rita's to neighbors in need.

Nov. 11, Clothing Donation Fundraiser will be on Sat., Nov. 11, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., at the Pilgrim Senior Center, 27 Pilgrim Pkwy., Warwick. This fundraiser is being held by the Fifth Graders of Hoxsie Elementary School. Clean out your closet for a cause! All gently used clothing, shoes, accessories, or household textiles will be accepted. For more information or to schedule a direct pickup, contact Meredith at 401-384-0108. Direct pickups can be scheduled anytime through Nov. 15.

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. 11, Woodridge Congregational Church Holiday Bazaar will be held on Sat., Nov. 11, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Woodridge Church (546 Budlong Road, Cranston.  The bazaar will once again have: Children’s Elf Shop; Country Store with cakes, pies, cookies, jelly, pickles and candy; Gift Baskets; Homemade Crafts; Silent Auction; Timeless Treasures; Books and more.  Homemade soup, pizza and sandwiches will be served from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.  Please donate a non-perishable food item for the Cranston Interfaith Food Pantry. 

Nov. 11, Saint Kevin  Church's Annual Christmas Bazaar will be held on Sat. Nov. 11, at Bishop Hendricken High School, 2615 Warwick Ave, Warwick, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. This is an old fashion bazaar with over three hundred chances to win.  Booths include a Christmas raffle with 3 cash prizes, a Penny Social, a straw raffle, liquor baskets, Wine Cork Pull,  school children's raffle and a vender raffle area. Christmas decor table, craft area, crocheted items and other handmade goods, White Elephant and Turkey Trot.  Fun and games for the whole family.

Nov. 11, Native Orchids will be the subject of the Ocean State Orchid Society, on Nov. 11, at 1 p.m., at Rocky Hill Grange, 1340 County Trail, East Greenwich (entrance at rear of building). Botanist Neela de Zoysa will be speaking to the society regarding New England's native orchids. We will have our usual "grow and show" (members show and discuss their current orchid collection). Light refreshments to be served. Public is welcome to join.

Nov. 11, The RI Rose Society will hold their monthly meeting at Shepherd of the Valley Church, 604 Seven Mile Road, Hope, RI from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The meeting will include “Tool Time” with Frank Karikas and “Closing the Rose Garden” with Mike Chute, as well as a chili cook-off. More info is available at rirs.org and by emailing rirose@gmail.com.

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 & 12 Christmas at Coney Island Holiday Bazaar, will be held on Sat., Nov. 11 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. and Nov., 12 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the River pint Congregational Church, 75 Providence St., West Warwick.  Holiday crafts, vendors, raffle, Christmas White Elephant, food, gifts and bake sale.  Coney Island hot dogs and expanded menu for lunch and more.  Raffle will be drawn on Sun., after 1 p.m. Contact: Sandy Leonard 401-374-5740 or sandy.m.leonard@gmail.com for more information.

Nov. 13, Hi-Lo-Jack Card League will be starting on Mon., Nov. 13 at 12:45 p.m. at the Cranston Senior Center, 1070 Cranston St., Cranston.  No partners.  Singles only.  $2 per week.  All money collected will be paid back to players.  For more information:  Ray Walsh 401-497-8097.

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.

Nov. 18, Armenian Evangelical Church Holiday Bazaar will be held on Sat., Nov. 18, from 12-7 p.m., at the church, 180 Oaklawn Avenue, Cranston. Half Roasted Chicken, Losh Kebab, Kufta, and Kheyma dinners will be served with pilaf, green beans, salad, and bread.  American and Armenian pastries and delicacies including Choreg, Bourma, Paklava, Yalenche, Khadaif, Boreg, Stuffed Mussels and more, plus the always popular Penny Social. Please contact MaryAnn: (401)751-4568 with any questions.

Nov. 18, Family Day for Heroes Veterans Expo at 1418 Plainfield Pike. Food, fun, raffles and prizes! IPODS for Wounded Veterans and Century 21 Divine Group Homes for Heroes will be supporting and honoring veterans with a 50" TV as a grand prize. Veterans get in for free. For more information call Mike (401) 265-9437 or Paul (603) 770-5336.

Nov. 18, Thanksgiving Storytime and Craft will be held on Sat., Nov., 18,  at the Pontiac Free Library, 101 Greenwich Ave., Warwick, with Ms. Diane, at 12 to 1 p.m.  Registration requested. For information, please contact 401-737-3292 or info@pontiacfreelibrary.org.

Nov. 18, Annual Fall Craft Show will be held at the Greenwood Volunteer Fire Company and Museum, 45 Kerrick Street, Warwick, on Sat., Nov. 18, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.  Vendors such as ColorStreet, Dory Treasures, Farm Goods Candies will be on hand and so much more.  Craft Show will be located in the hall and museum.  There will also be a bake sale.

Nov. 18, Phillips Memorial Baptist Church Holiday Bazaar will be held on Sat., Nov. 18, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the church, 565 Pontiac Ave., Cranston. From  9 to 10:30 a.m., coffee and goodies at the “Coffee Nook,” and 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., lunch “to go.”  Featuring basement bargains and treasures, toys, puzzles, games, books, baked goods, crafts, jewelry, needlework, “oldtiques,” animal items and more.  The church is handicapped accessible. 

Nov. 18, Fall Craft Show will be held on Sat., Nov. 18, from 12 to 4 p.m. at Sam’s Inn, 2227 West Shore Rd., Warwick.

Nov. 18, St. Barnabas Church Annual Bazaar will be held on Sat., Nov. 18, at 3257 Post Rd., Warwick from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.  Handmade crafts, backed goods, religious items, theme baskets, penny social, attic treasures.  Lunch served in the café.  Please bring a non-perishable food item to benefit Westbay Community Food Bank.

Nov. 19, VFW Post 178 Meat Raffle/Turkey Trot will be held on Sun., Nov. 19, starting at 2 p.m. at the VFW Post 178, 172 Washington St., Warwick. Admission is free

Nov. 19, A Day with the Psychics Fund Raiser will be held on Sun., Nov. 19, at the Coventry Men’s Club, 30 Phillips Hill Rd., Coventry. Cost: $35 per reading.  Proceeds will be donated to the Gloria Gemma Foundation.  Appointments only or for more information call:  401-821-5659. 

Nov. 21, The Gaspee Seniors will be meeting at 1:30 p.m. at the Pilgrim Senior Center, 27 Pilgrim Parkway, Warwick. Members will be playing Left, Right Center. You will need 8 quarters for this game . It is a fun game and a favorite of the member.  Remember to bring items for the Basket Raffle .

Nov. 24, Winter Wear Give or Take in observance of Buy Nothing Day, a Winter Wear Give or Take will be held at Woodbury Union Church, the corner of West Shore Road and Beach Ave., Conimicut Village, Warwick, on Fri., Nov. 24, from 10 a.m. to 12 noon. Give any winter wear items or take something you need. Donations of coats, jackets, vests, hats, mittens, sweaters, and gloves, in all sizes and in good, clean condition are needed.  Items will be accepted after Sun. Nov. 5, at the church or can be brought the day of the event. Call or text Ginny to arrange for church drop-off: 401-345-9935.

Dec. 2, Holiday Bazaar Spring Green Memorial Church will be held on Sat., Dec. 2 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the church, 1350 Warwick Ave., Warwick.  Crafters, jewelry, a penny social of gift cards, bake table children’s grab bags and a café for lunch at reasonable prices.  Tables are available for crafters to rent for $15 each.  Any interested crafter can contact the church at 401-463-8329 from 10 a.m. to noon, Tues. thru Fri. to rent a table.

December 2, Holiday Open House at Governor Sprague Mansion Museum on Sat., December 2, 1353 Cranston St., Cranston, Grand Ballroom Entrance. Accessible entrance and parking in back of Mansion. Victorian splendor decorations by Western Cranston Garden Club. Visit Museum Shop. 3 to 5p.m. in the Sprague Mansion: Music and punch. Musical selections by pianist Andrew Kaplan on CHS rare 1880s Grand Steinway Concerta D. 4 p.m. Greetings from City & State:  Mayor Kenneth Hopkins & Senator Jack Reed. 5 p.m. Outside Tree Lighting: Sponsored by Ward 3 Councilman John Donegan.  Bain Choir provides holiday tunes at Mansion Gazebo! Visit Sprague Carriage House for hot cocoa provided by teachers/parents. Visit OneCranston Health Equity Zone & Cranston Public Library info tables.  Open to the public.

Dec. 2 & 3, Christ United Methodist Church Holiday Bazaar will be held on Sat., Dec. 2, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. and on Sun., Dec. 3 from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., 1520 Broad Street, Providence.  Featuring Children’s Pancake Breakfast with Santa at 10 a.m. $3 per child, 4 – children $10.  11 a.m. to 12 p.m. take your own picture with Santa.  Children’s gift shop & wrapping station, bake table, wish table (drawing at 1 p.m.).  Food available.  Open closet with clothing, holiday items and jewelry.  More information:  Helen 401-864-9603.

Dec. 2 & 3, Christmas at the Castle will be held at Smith’s Castle, 55 Richard Smith Drive, North Kingstown, from noon to 4 p.m. No pre-registration is required. Admission costs $8 for adults, $4 for children 6-12, and nothing for children younger than 6, with an overall cap of $25 per family. Entertainment includes puppeteer Dan Butterworth, the Wheeler School Concert Bellringer, the Brown Madrigal Singers and Songs and Stories by Anne Marie Forer and Sheila Reynolds. Anyone bringing canned goods for donations to the North Kingstown Food Pantry will receive a 10% discount on purchases at their Christmas bazaar.

Dec. 6, Nonfiction@Brown’s lecture series continues with Georgia Wright, an audio producer and storyteller, at 6 p.m. at Pembroke Hall Room 305, 172 Meeting Street, Providence. Brown will be the final speaker in this year’s lecture series. The event is free for all attendees and open to the public.

Dec. 7 through Dec. 10, , “Oh? What Fun!”  will be performed by the Rhode Island Gay Men’s Chorus on Thurs., Dec. 7, Fri. Dec. 8, Sat. Dec. 9 at 7 p.m. and Sun., Dec. 10 at 3 p.m. at Beneficent Congregational Church, 300 Weybosset St., Providence.  Combining traditional holiday favorites, the chorus is proud to be honoring the diverse heritages of choral members with songs of the French, Italian, Portuguese, Jewish, Czech, Irish, Latina, East Asian ethnicities. Join them in their celebration of each other’s unique qualities.  This is sure to be a sparkling concert filled with music of the season.  Tickets are on sale now: Adults $30, Seniors $25 and Students $20.  To purchase tickets, please visit: www.rigmc.org.

Dec. 9, St. Lucia Fest sponsored by the RI Swedish Heritage Assoc. will be held on Sat., Dec. 9, at 4 p.m., at St. Luke’s Episcopal Church, 99 Peirce St., East Greenwich.  Adults: $12, Ages 5-14: $5, Under 5 – Free.  Reception following with Swedish refreshments.  Questions or information:  Astrid at 401-350-9688 or astrid.m.drew@gmail.com or Merlene Mayette at 401-783-2242 or merleneinri@verizon.net.

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, 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, 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, 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 meeting 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 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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