Friday, July 1, 2011
A pair of early Independence Day celebrations; sports sign-ups; farmers market; and today in history: The Jets jet.
Start The Weekend: In Downtown Providence at the Kennedy Plaza ice rink, the United States Air Force Band of Liberty is set to perform at the kick-off of the city's July 4th weekend celebrations at 7 p.m. Good thing the rink is thawed out — although "Liberty Band On Ice" sounds like fun. Early Red Glare: If you want to catch some early fireworks, Oakland Beach in Warwick fires off a few colorful rounds tonight at dusk. For The Athletes: It's the last day this week to register your kids for the youth tennis and youth soccer programs at Johston Memorial Park Follow the links for more information. Shop Local: Well, "Shop Close By" doesn't have the same ring — Gov. John A. Notte Park in North Providence is the site for a farmers market this …
Wednesday, June 22, 2011
Games at Mohr; sports sign-ups at rec department; blood drive; historical society meets; and today in history: It seems so long ago...
For Players: Marian J. Mohr Library hosts Game On! this afternoon from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. for middle and high school students. And don't forget — there's still time to sign up for the summer reading program. For Athletes: Johnston Parks and Recreation opens registration for youth soccer (for ages 4 to 14) and youth tennis (ages 6 to 12). Follow the links for "deets," as the young'ins are saying these days. For Donors: The Bloodmobile is scheduled to make an appearance today at Curves in North Smithfield from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.. Warm weather makes for tough collections, so pour out a pint of your finest and save a life. For History Buffs: It's time again for the monthly executive board meeting of the Johnston Historical Society, starting at 7…
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Saturday, February 12, 2011
The Warwick Firefighters squad deals a defeat to Johnston, 7-4.
The Johnston Lightning Under-14 Boys C Team went into last Sunday's contest seeking their first win of the second winter session against the Warwick Firefighters Association squad at Wide World of Indoor Sports in North Smithfield. The local boys finished their first session with a record of 2-4-2, explained head coach Mickey LaRose, adding the team had posted an 0-1-1 record as of Feb. 6. LaRose, who has been coaching youth soccer teams for the past five, years said all the games have been close, and that he wants to keep the games fun and interesting. The Lightning were faced with the challenge of missing one of their goal keepers, Devin Atkinson, as they competed against the WFFA (1-0-1 overall). LaRose assigned Sam DeCosta to net duty …
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