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June 22, How Animals Grow Up on Thursday, June 22, at 1:30-2:30 p.m., the Pontiac Free Library, 101 Greenwich Ave., Warwick, will present: How Animals Grow Up.  Registration requested. For information, please contact 401-737-3292 or info@pontiacfreelibrary.org.

June 23, Johnston High School Class of ‘73 Reunion, Friday, June 23, at 6 p.m., The Inspiration of ‘73 will celebrate its 50th year reunion.  It will be held at the Valley Country Club, 251 New London Ave., Warwick. Cocktails:  6 – 7 p.m. and Dinner: 7 p.m.  $80 per person.  There will be live music.  If you are in contact with any classmates, spread the word. For more information, check out the JHS Class of 1973 Facebook page or call Donna at 401-497-9292.

June 25, Dog Days of Summer at Apponaug Brewing Warwick is going to the dogs on Sunday, June 25, from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m., at Apponaug Brewing, located at 334 Knight Street, Warwick. Bring your well-behaved dogs on a leash (no flexi-leads) to hang outdoors on Apponaug Brewing's spacious riverfront patio. Friends of the Warwick Animal Shelter is pairing up with Apponaug Brewing and Jack's Snacks, A Dog Bakery of Warwick to help the Warwick Animal Shelter's adoptable animals.

Enjoy Apponaug Brewing's locally brewed beers along with delicious food and live music, check out the gourmet dog biscuits from Jack's Snacks, A Dog Bakery and learn about adoptable shelter animals, volunteer opportunities and other ways to help the Warwick Animal Shelter. Free admission, free parking. Weather dependent: if it rains, the event is cancelled but Apponaug Brewing will be open. For more information and directions, visit www.apponaugbrewing.com or call Apponaug Brewing at 401-681-4321.

June 26 – June 30 – Summer Drama Camp, Monday, June 26 – June 30, 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Emanuel Lutheran Church, 20 Leaf Street, West Warwick, will be holding their Summer Drama Camp for children ages 5 thru 14.  Cost is $20 for first child, $10 for second child and $5 for additional children ($35 max per family).  Scholarships are available.  Call or email for more information or to pre-register:  pastor@emanuelww.org 401-821-8888.  You may also register at the door on Monday, June 26, 8:00 – 8:30 a.m.  Performance date:  Friday, June 30, 7:00 p.m. www.emanuelww.org. 

June 29, Fiddle and Fun on Thursday, June 29, at 2 - 3 p.m. the Pontiac Free Library, 101 Greenwich Ave., Warwick, will present an educational program presented by Fiddle and Fun. Registration requested. For information, please contact 401-737-3292 or info@pontiacfreelibrary.org.

July 10, Calling all Golfers The Kent Hospital Auxiliary is celebrating their 25th Annual Golf Tournament on Monday, July 10, Luncheon served from 11 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.; shotgun start at 12:30 p.m. at Potowomut Golf Club, 439 Ives Rd, East Greenwich. $225/golfer.  We also have sponsorships ranging from $2,000 to $5,000; T signs for $175 and program ad availability (prices range from $150-$500). After golf there is a reception, dinner, awards, silent auction and raffles. This annual event has raised thousands of dollars for Patient Care Services at Kent Hospital. If you would like to join us for this spectacular event, please contact Donna Coppola at 401-737-7000 extension 31879 or dmcoppola@carene.org.

July 11, NAMI-RI: Registration Family-to Family course  The Rhode Island chapter of the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI-RI) is now accepting registration for our summer session of NAMI’s Family-to-Family course which begins Tuesday, July 11, 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 experience with a loved one, and includes presentations, discussions and interactive exercises.  For more information on the Family-to-Family curriculum and registration requirements, visit namirhodeisland.org or call 401-331-3060 or email beth@namirhodeisland.org.

July 15, Books and Brews Fundraiser, The Friends of the Warwick Public Library will be sponsoring a fundraiser, “Books and Brews” at the Apponaug Brewery, 334 Knight St, Warwick, on Saturday, July 15, from 4 – 6 p.m.  Price: $40 per person, which includes a drink token, flatbread pizza and other light fare.  Come and support The Warwick Public Library. Tickets can be purchased at:  https://warwicklibrary.org/adult/events/18670/books-brews-friends-library-fundraiser. Or, call 401-739-5440.

July 22, The Prout Class of 1973 will hold its 50th reunion on Saturday, July 22, at 12 p.m., at The Prout School, 4640 Tower Hill Road in South Kingstown.  All 1973 graduates are cordially invited to attend. For further information, 1973 graduate alumni are asked to join the Facebook Group “Prout Class of 1973,” or contact Mary Paolino at mary.paolino@yahoo.com.

July 30, Warwick Veterans/TollGate High School Class of 1973 Reunion Warwick Veterans Memorial High School/TollGate High School Class of 1973 will hold its 50th Year Reunion on Sunday, July 30, at the Valley Country Club, 251 New London Ave, Warwick. Cocktails 6 p.m., Dinner 7 p.m. $50 per person. Checks payable to “VetsTollGate Class of 1973” can be sent to Ms. Judy Snow, 29 Oberlin Dr. Warwick 02886. Contact us at ClassOf73VetsTollgate@gmail.com with any questions.

Aug 17, Lake Winnipesaukee Luncheon Cruise AARP Chapter 2210, Thursday, August 17, Lake Winnipesaukee Luncheon Cruise trip. 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.

Sept 9, Stepping Stone Ranch Presents Waves of Glory Stepping Stone Ranch, 201 Escoheag Hill Road, West Greenwich, presents Waves of Glory III on September 9 from 10 a.m. – 8 p.m. FREE outdoor, all-day event filled with worship, guest speakers and more! Tickets are free but are required through Eventbrite. Visit www.inhisimageoutreach.org for more information.

Sept 11, The Comedy Course The Comedy Course is returning for a 6th year, every Monday night for 6-weeks. Three instructors, with over 100 years of combined stage experience, will guide you on a 6-week journey from writing your first joke to performing your debut comedy routine. You will learn the dos and don’ts of standup comedy and have fun doing it.  The course is $200 per person.  The place: TBD.  Instructors include: Joe Hebert, Coleen Galvin and John Perrotta. Class size is limited. Call John Perrotta at 401-639-7726 to reserve your seat, now. Payment options are available.

Sept 12, Boston Duck Tour and Margaritaville AARP Chapter 2210, Tuesday, September 12, Boston Duck Tour & Margaritaville Faneuil Hall trip. 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.

Sept 30, Pilgrim High School Class of 1983 will hold its 40th Reunion at Quonset Tavern by the Green, 615 Callahan Rd., North Kingstown, RI.  For more information, please email pilgrimclass1983@gmail.com or visit our new Facebook page Pilgrim High School Class of 1983. Hold the date!

Oct 3, Mohawk Trail Fall Foliage Tour AARP Chapter 2210 Tuesday, October 3, 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.

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 Saturday, October 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 15, Central Falls High School, Class of 1963 Reunion Central  Falls  High  School  Class  of 1963, will hold a  60th  Class Reunion  on Sunday, October 15, 12 – 4 p.m. at Chelo’s Banquet Hall, 2225 Post Rd., Warwick.  Tickets: $60 for buffet and dancing. Please send checks to: Patricia (Guillette) Mannix, 111 Col. John Gardner Rd.,  Narragansett, RI 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.

Nov 7 – 9, Resorts Casino Hotel in Atlantic City AARP Chapter 2210 Tuesday – Thursday, November 7 – 9, 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

Every Monday from 7 to 9 p.m.  Gaspee Celtic Jam!  (No Jam on Monday, May 29) At the Pawtuxet Village Baptist Church, 2157 Broad St. in Cranston every Monday from 7 to 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 are welcome! Visit www.gaspeecelticjam.org for more info or to send us any questions.

Every Tuesday, Jeep Night Tri-City Elks Lodge #14, 1915 W. Shore Rd Warwick presents Jeep Night every Tuesday 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 Tuesday 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 Third Wednesday Old Warwick Grange #41 The Grange Hall is located at 1175 West Shore Road, Warwick, meets the third Wednesday 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.

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