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Tuesday, May 29, 2012

5 Things: The Gift of Life

Here are 5 Things to know in Johnston today.

1. Give the gift of life today at Dunkin' Donuts, 1999 Plainfield Pike. The Rhode Island Blood Center is always in critical need of blood, and depends on generous residents for its supply. Stop by the Dunkin' Donuts from 3-8 p.m. today. You can also call the Rhode Island Blood Center at 1-800-283-8385 or visit www.ribc.org to confirm a blood drive or to make an appointment. 2. Looking for something fun to do wth the little ones? How about story time at Marian J. Mohr Memorial Library, 1 Memorial Ave.? Children up to 3 are welcome for stories at 10:30 a.m. 3. If you have a family member or close friend who may be in need of specialized assisted living due to Alzheimer's or Dementia, you'll want to take a tour of Briarcliffe Gardens …

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Dunkin' Donuts, Marian J. Mohr Memorial Library, Briarcliffe Gardens Alzheimer's Assisted Living Residence, and 1 more ›

Friday, July 29, 2011

5 Things To Know Today: July 29

Another full slate at Mohr Library; pools in the area; farmer's market in NoPro; PCM is free after 5; and today in history: A groovy taste.

Mohr Three-fer: Marian J. Mohr Library hosts three programs today: Places To Swim: The two local municipal swimming pools — Budlong Pool in Cranston and the North Providence Pool and Fitness Center — are open. Day passes at Budlong are $10 for non-residents; fees for the North Providence pool start at $7 for adults and $5 for kids. Shop Local: Gov. Notte Park in North Providence hosts another weekly Farmers Market this afternoon from 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. Featured vendors include Baffoni's Poultry Farm and The Stirring Spoon from Johnston. Have Fun At PCM: Providence Children's Museum, thanks to a donation from MetLife, hosts Free At Five today from 5 to 8 p.m. As the name implies, admission to the Museum is free during those hours. Tribute To…

Wednesday, July 27, 2011

5 Things To Know Today: July 27

Another busy day at Mohr Library; blood drive in Greenville; Junior Little League tourney continues; summer music at Garden City; and today in history: LA Games.

Full Slate At Mohr: Marian J. Mohr Library offers four programs today: Give A Pint: The Rhode Island Blood Center makes a stop at the Newport Creamery at 586 Putnam Pike in Greenville from 3 to 8 p.m. today. And if you can't make it today, the Blood Center has a special gift for all donors tomorrow — but I'm not telling what it is yet. Winner Faces Johnston: That's the story line for tonight's Junior Little League tournament game between East Greenwich and Glocester, starting at 6 p.m. at Memorial Park. The winners will face undefeated host team Johnston on July 29 for the state title. Tunes At Garden City: The Citizens Bank Summer Music Series continues tonight at 6 p.m. with Disco Inferno. Can you feel the heat? Olympiad: On this date in…

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Junior LL Tourney: Johnston Goes 2-0

Tuesday, July 26, 2011

5 Things To Know Today: July 26

Full slate at Mohr; business workshop; NP Rotary club meets; concert at The Bridge; and today in history: ADA becomes law.

Mohr For Everyone: Just can't get tired of using the library's name for puns. And just like every other time I write one, today's heading is quite appropriate — there are four events today: Boost Your Biz: The North Central Chamber of Commerce, located right here in Johnston, hosts a Business Accelerator seminar hosted by local CPA David Lussier, starting at 6:30 p.m. at 575 Centerville Rd., Warwick. Follow this link to register. Meet Local Rotarians: Make some local connections at the North Providence Rotary Club monthly meeting, scheduled to begin at 5:45 p.m. at J & D Restaurant. A great way to network with other business people. A 'Bridge' To Music: Tonight at 6 p.m., The Bridge At Cherry Hill continues its summer concert ceries by …

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The Bridge At Cherry Hill

Monday, July 25, 2011

5 Things To Know Today: July 25

Exercise at the senior center; crafts at Mohr Library; farmer's market; volleyball; and today in history: Dylan goes electric.

Good Sweat: Not that my-gosh-it's-hot-out sweat, this is the it-feels-great-to-workout sweat — the senior center hosts Walk Away The Pounds today at 9 a.m. All you need is comfy walking shoes. Make Something: Marian J. Mohr Library offers Family Drop-In Crafts today from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. A nice chance to stay cool and help the little ones create a masterpiece. Buy Local: In this case, really local — Johnston Memorial Park is the site for a farmer's market today at 2 p.m. and scheduled for every Monday afternoon through Oct. 24. Hopkins Farm in North Scituate and White Oak Farm in Scituate are among the slated vendors. Set And Spike: Also at the park, beginning at 6:30 p.m., the Johnston Rec Department's co-ed volleyball league takes over …

Friday, July 22, 2011

5 Things To Know Today: July 22

Cool activites at Mohr; car wash; skating in Smithfield; where to find tourist info; and today in history:

Stay Cool: It's going to be another hot day today, so why not check out some of the "cool" activities at Marian J. Mohr Library? On today's schedule are Art Smart with Ms. Melyssa at 10:30 a.m. and Crazy Lego Contraptions at 2 p.m. Both programs are for kids 8 and older. Clean Up: Students from Trinity Christian Academy will be holding a car wash today from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the 7-Eleven on Hartford Avenue to raise funds for their upcoming trip to the National Fine Arts Competition in Phoenix, Ariz. Skate: Yes, you really can have winter in July — the Smithfield Ice Rink is open for public skating from noon to 2 p.m. Admission is $3, skate rentals $5. See The Sights: Did you know that the North Central Chamber of Commerce on Greenville …

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North Central Chamber of Commerce

Thursday, July 21, 2011

5 Things To Know Today: July 21

Excessive heat warning issued; Mohr programs; local pools; pre-teen football sign-ups; and today in history: One small step.

Beat The Heat: You've no doubt heard the news — there's an excessive heat watch in effect for this afternoon and tomorrow. Worst times are expected to be noon to 8 p.m. The Johnston Senior Center serves as one of the town's cooling centers and will be open extra hours, until 7 p.m. through July 23. Check Out The Library: The town's other designated cooling center is the Marian J. Mohr Library, open until 8 p.m. As it happens, the library is also hosting "cool" activities like story time for kids entering first grade and older at 10:30 a.m. and Lego Club for ages 6 to 12 at 5 p.m. Go For A Swim: Nothing beats the heat like a cool dip in a pool — and there are two in the area: Sign Up For Football: It's time to start thinking fall with a …

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Excessive Heat Watch Posted and Johnston Senior Center

Wednesday, July 20, 2011

5 Things To Know Today: July 20

Tales for the littlies at Mohr; ballroom dancing; two blood drives; concerts at Garden City; and today in history: An incomprehensible hit.

Bring The Little Ones: Marian J. Mohr Library hosts story time for infants to 3-year-olds today at 10:30 a.m. Did you know that even kids that young can sign up for the summer reading program? It's true — ask one of the librarians for more info. Step Out: The senior center holds another ballroom dancing class today at 1 p.m. Great exercise, and great fun — so says our listing, and you'd better believe it. Membership to the senior center is $10 per year. Be A Donor: The Rhode Island Blood Center continues its summer collection drive with two local events today: Catch Some Tunes: Garden City Shopping Center continues its free Citizens Bank Summer Concert Series tonight at 6 p.m. featuring the Rockin' Soul Horns. Try To Interpret: On this …

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"One World, Many Stories" Summer Reading Program Registration

Tuesday, July 19, 2011

5 Things To Know Today: July 19

Stories at Mohr; local blood drive; land trust meeting; North Providence Rotary gets together; and today in history: Nixon Library opens.

Mohr Stories: Marian J. Mohr Library hosts story time for kids 4 and older today at 10:30 a.m. You can also sign up your little readers for the summer reading program and enter them in contests for some great prizes. Donate: The Rhode Island Blood Center is scheduled to make a stop at the Newport Creamery on Atwood Avenue today from 3 to 7 p.m. Roll up your sleeve — and treat yourself to something cool and sweet. Follow this link to make an appointment. Open Space: The Johnston Land Trust is set to meet tonight at 7 p.m. at the senior center. Learn about this group's efforts to preserve open space in town. Network: J & D Restaurant in Centerdale is the site for tonight's scheduled meeting of the North Providence Rotary Club. New members …

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"One World, Many Stories" Summer Reading Program Registration

Monday, July 18, 2011

5 Things To Know Today: July 18

A pair of blood drives; drop-in crafts at Mohr; town council meeting; wastewater board meeting cancelled; and today in history: delicious irony.

Roll Up Your Sleeve: As part of the Rhode Island Blood Center's ongoing summer collection drive, there are two events in the area today: Get Crafty: And by that, I mean creative — Mohr Library hosts family drop-in crafts today from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. And there's still time to sign the kids up for their summer reading program. See Government In Action: The Johnston Town Council is scheduled to meet tonight starting at 7 p.m. at the municipal court. Note: This meeting was rescheduled from its original date of July 11. Change Your Calendar: Meanwhile, the town's wastewater management board has cancelled its meeting planned for tonight — the group's next meeting is August 15. Makes You Go Hmm...: On this date in 1994, the Crayola company …

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"One World, Many Stories" Summer Reading Program Registration

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