Vacation Ideas near Johnston — Apr. 20

There's a lot on tap for the Friday of April vacation, including spring crafts at Mohr Library and the finale of Roger Williams Zoo's Party for the Planet.

It's the last weekday of April vacation for Johnston Public Schools, and e've got your list of local destinations to take the kids for a last day of fun before returning to classes next week. Click any of the links below for more information. Library: Today from 11 am to 3:30 pm, Marian J. Mohr Library offers Spring Crafts, a drop-in program geared toward kids 3 and older and their caregivers to complete one (or more) of five different crafts. Audubon: The Powder Mill Ledges Refuge, just off Rte. 5 near Smithfield, is hosting storytimes and activities for preschoolers at 10:30 am and 1 pm. Admission is $5.  RWP Zoo: Over in Providence, it's the last day of the Roger Williams Park Zoo "Party for the Planet" series — including exhibitions by…

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Vacation Ideas near Johnston — Apr. 19

The magic of science, an interview with owls, and other outdoor activities can be part of your Thursday with the kids on April vacation.

It's Thursday of April vacation for Johnston Public Schools, and if you're looking for great ways to spend time with the kids, we're got you covered. Check back every morning at 6 am for great April vacation ideas — better yet, sign up for our daily email newsletter and get our daily articles sent directly to your Inbox. Library: How does science explain being able to lie on a bed of nails? Marian J. Mohr Library has the answer tonight at 6:30, with the Museum of Science Boston prrsents Science Magic event. Request free tix by calling (401) 231-4980 — and let them know you heard about it on JohnstonPatch. Audubon: The Powder Mill Ledges Refuge, out near Apple Valley Mall, is hosting some great programs to teach kids about outdoor critters…

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5 Things To Know Today: Dec. 5

You can do windows; science club at Mohr Library; a few days left for Toys for Tots; PCM closed; and today in history: The circus leaves the Beeb.

Colorful Splash: Today starting at 2:30 p.m., students in grades 6 through 12 are invited to decorate the Andrew Greene Young Adult Room (the windows, at least). Supplies provided; creativity needed. Air Powered: Also today at Mohr Library, the science club focuses on wind energy and builds win-powered vehicles. Registration required; call (401) 231-4980 to sign up. Help A Tot: The Bridge at Cherry Hill assisted living residence is a local site for Toys for Tots. Drop off new, unwrapped gifts between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. If a business you know is hosting a holiday drive, email Editor Joe Hutnak — joseph.hutnak@patch.com — and we'll feature it in our daily listings. Check Back Tomorrow: Providence Children's Museum is closed today; will reopen…

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5 Things To Know Today: August 19

St. Rocco Feast continues; Mohr computer instruction; two farmer's markets; PCM offers free fun; and today in history: royal surrender.

Feast, Day 2: The Feast and Festival at St. Rocco Church, 929 Atwood Ave., continues tonight from 6 to 10:30 p.m. Watch JohnstonPatch for daily listings of performers, ticket deals, and attractions thoughout the feast weekend. For Noobs: That's slang for 'newbies,' or folks who are new to using computers. Marian J. Mohr Library offers a basic computer class from 10 to 11 a.m. today to explain the fundamentals of using the Internet, doing online searches, and more. Farmer's Markets: There are two farmer's market in the area today: Free Fun: Providence Children's Museum offers free admission to guests tonight beginning at 5 p.m. Sponsored by MetLife. Free-For-All: That was the result of Richard the II abdicating the throne of England to his …

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5 Things To Know Today: May 27

Summer camp sign-up; win at the senior center; PCM hosts explorer's studio; blood drive in Smithfield; and today in history: The first 5/27 500.

Summer Nears: Johnston Parks and Recreation is accepting summer day camp registration beginnig at 8:30 a.m. Camp season starts July 5. You Could Win: The senior center hosts Bingo today from 5:30 to 8:15 p.m. Build And Learn: Providence Children's Museum opens its Explorers Studio today from 10 to nooon for kids 3 to 6 years old. Building with blocks is the theme. Give A Pint: You can offer more, but they'll only take one pint at a time. The Rhode Island Blood Center is scheduled to host a blood drive at the Dunkin' Donuts at 151 Douglas Pike from 3 to 6 p.m. today. Quite A Day: On this date in 1972, Mark Donahue won the first Indy 500 to be run on May 27 at an average speed of 162.692 mph. Up until 1970, the 500 had always been run on May…

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Grab & Go — Great Places To Take The Kids

JohnstonPatch has your list of weekend events and activities for the little ones.

Summer Camp: The W. Alton Jones Campus of the University of Rhode Island hosts a summer camp open house May 7 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. There are programs from kids from 5 to 17 years old set on the 2,300-acre campus, way down in West Greenwich. Crafts At Mohr: Marian J. Mohr Library continues its weekly drop-in craft program on May 7 from 11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Try not to stick your hands together. Not Too Late To Skate: Smithfield Ice Rink is still open for public skating; this week it'll be open on May 8 from noon to 2 p.m. Admission $3, skate rentals $5. Moms Play Free: May 8 is Mother's Day, and the Providence Children's Museum is offering free admission for moms and grandmothers. Kids can create fabric art between 11 a.m. and 2 p.m.; …

5 Things To Know Today: April 8

One more day without Mohr; East Smithfield Library board games; stories at Oak Lawn Library; a night for Brownies and Girls Scouts at PCM; and today in history: What's a strike, eh?

Tomorrow's One Mohr Day: Today is the last day before Marian J. Mohr Library celebrates the grand opening of its new home, right behind its former abode. The event is rain or shine  — at the moment, the forecast is for "shine" and temps in the 60s, so no excuse to miss probably the biggest event in the town until Pauly D shows up again (though I have no idea who he is). No Board-dom Here: Oh, yes, it's terrible pun day. East Smithfiled Library hosts another round (or square — ha!) of board games from 2 to 4:30 p.m. It's free and offered for all ages. Book Your Spot: Oak Lawn Library in Cranston offers a storytime (see? pun day) for 2- to 3-year-olds from 10:30 to 11 a.m. Scout Out Some Fun: 4-for-4 on the puns so far. Providence Childrens …

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Grab & Go — Great Places To Take The Kids

JohnstonPatch has your list of events and activities for the little ones.

At Mohr Library: Drop-in crafts on Saturday from 11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. for kids older than 3 years old. Supplies provided; creativity encouraged. Audubon Society: It's getting nice enough to go outside — head over to the Audbon Society for its Pysanky Workshop. What's Pysanky? It's a Ukrainian egg-dyeing craft. All supplies provided — be sure to wear clothes that can get premanently stained. At 3 p.m. — weather permitting — there's a nature walk scheduled. Providence Children's Museum: Kids from 3 to 11 years of age are invited to the Museum's "Magnet Play" on Saturday and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Free with $8.50 admission; check with local libraries to see if they have passes available that reduce the admission to $2. Smithfield Ice …

Get Out: Your Weekend Planner

Every Thursday, JohnstonPatch lists great weekend events and activities in and around our town.

Crafts At Mohr: Marian J. Mohr Library conitnues its Saturday drop-in craft program from 11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Wimpy Kid Movie Preview: In anticipation of the release of the Diary of a Wimpy Kid movie on March 25, Borders in Garden City, Cranston, is hosting a celebration on Saturday beginning at 2 p.m. Trivia, games, and activities, plus fans can submit their own book review for publication on the Borders website. Providence Children's Museum: Saturday and Sunday, the Museum hosts No Time To Waste, billed as a comedy show about rubbish. For ages 5 to 11 or Grouches who live on Sesame Street. Four shows between 10:30 a.m. and 1:15 p.m Saturday and Sunday. Admission $8.50; free for members of Neighborhood Health Plan. Roger Williams Park Zoo…

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Grab & Go — Great Places To Take The Kids

JohnstonPatch has your list of events and activities for the little ones.

At Mohr Library: Drop-in crafts on Saturday from 11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. for kids older than 3 years old. Supplies provided; creativity required. Home Depot: The home improvement store at 100 Stone Hill Road hosts a Kids Workshop from 9 a.m. to noon. This month, the project is building a replica of the #20 Home Depot NASCAR racer. (Bonus points if you know who drives it.) Free. Providence Children's Museum: Save on admission by getting a pass from Mohr or another nearby library; it will drop your cost to $2 each (instead of $8.50). And if you're a member of Neighborhood Health Plan, admission is free. Museum of Natural History, Providence: Located in Roger Williams Park, the Museum recently unveiled "Alien Worlds," an exhibit highlighting the…