Friday, March 25, 2011
Last day for Pennies for Patients; last weekday registration for Johnston Rec programs; the Chamber of Commerce hosts billiards night; public skating in Smithfield; and today in history: Before there was Patriot Nation, there was Patriot Region.
Cough 'Em Up: Your spare change can make a big difference to the Rhode Island chapter of the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society if you donate it as to the Pennies for Patients fundraiser — and today's the last day. Sign 'Em Up: The Johnston Parks and Recreation Department is wrapping up registration for its T-Ball & Fitness and Track & Field programs tomorrow, so try to beat the last-minute rush and register your kiddies today. Rack 'Em Up: Tonight from 7 to 9 p.m., the North Central Chamber of Commerce hosts its latest Community Fun Night at Rhode Island Billards Bar & Bistro — hmm, the N-triple-C at the RI-triple-B, it's got a cool vibe to it, doesn't it? Cost is $12 per person and incudes pizza, pasta, and pool — whoa: triple-P at the RI-…
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Johnston Recreation Department
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Friday, March 18, 2011
St. Joseph's Day at the senior center; comedy & cuisine at JHS; public skating in Smithfield; free admission to Providence Children's Museum; and today in history: every TV cop knows the words.
St. Joseph's Day: The Johnston Senior Center hosts a St. Joseph's Day celebration starting at 11 a.m. Lunch starts at noon; phone reservations are strongly advised — contact Brenda at 944-3343, ext. 109 to reserve your spot. Suggested donation is $3 for those older than 60, $4 for those 60 and under. Comedy & Cuisine: The Johnston High School Parent Teacher Student Organization has scheduled a "Comedy and Cuisine" fundraiser tonight from 6 to 10 p.m. at JHS. Email colar840@aol.com for tickets ($25 for dinner and show, $15 for show only) and more information. Public Skate: Smithfield Ice Rink again opens the frozen surface to public skating today from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Admission $3, skates $5. Face-plants are free. Met Life Family Friday: …
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Johnston Senior Center
1291 Hartford Ave, Johnston, RI
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Johnston High School
345 Cherry Hill Rd, Johnston, RI
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Friday, March 11, 2011
Art Smart at Mohr; public skate in Smithfield; Explorer's Studio at Providence Children's Museum; it's the first Friday of Lent; and today in history: going back to the three-digit years for this one.
Art Smart: Marian J. Mohr Library hosts "Art Smart with Ms. Melyssa" today at 4 p.m. Mobile art in the style of Alexander Calder is the theme. (Click on his name for more information.) For students in grades 3 through 6. Get Your Skate Freak On: Well, maybe not "freak," but you can practice your glide at Smithfield Ice Rink's public skate session today from 11 a..m. to 1 p.m. Admission is $3; skate rentals $5. Explorer's Stu-Stu-Studio: A Genesis reference? Must be Friday. Providence Children's Museum hosts its Explorer's Studio drop-in program for kids 3 to 6 y/o (that's "years old" for you non-abbreviationists) from 1 to 3 p.m. Admission is $8.50, though if you can snag a pass from Mohr or another local library, it's $2. Get Your Fish & …
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Marian J. Mohr Memorial Library
1 Memorial Ave, Johnston, RI
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Monday, March 7, 2011
Kindergarten registration; Mohr Library honors Women's History Month; Public hockey in Smithfield; Bingo to support Johnston athletics; and today in history: The Fab Four play for Aunt Beeb.
Kindergarten Registration: Johnston Public Schools opens registration for kidergarten classes today from 8 to 11 a.m. and 12 to 2:30 p.m. Children must be 5 years of age by Sept. 1, 2011, to be eligible. Call 401-233-0081 to schedule your appointment. Women's History Month: Marian J. Mohr Library hosts a celebration of Women's History Month this afternoon at 3 p.m. for students in grades 6 to 12. Don't go without reviewing our 5 Things To Know from this past Friday. Lace 'Em Up: Smithfield Municipal Ice Rink is open for public hockey from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Cost is $5 per player, goalies skate free. You must have full equipment to be allowed on the ice. Bingo To Benefit Youth Sports: The Rivieria Bingo Club in Cranston holds another Monday …
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Marian J. Mohr Memorial Library
1 Memorial Ave, Johnston, RI
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Johnston School Department
10 Memorial Ave, Johnston, RI
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Thursday, February 17, 2011
Every Thursday, JohnstonPatch lists great events and activities in and around our town.
J-DAPA Performances: The Johnston Drama and Performing Arts troupe continues its presentation of "A Night of Sin: Frank Sinatra and Friends" Friday night at Johnston High School. Tickets are $10. Follow the link for ticket information. High School Hockey: The Johnston-North Providence Cougars, a co-op team representing the two towns, is scheduled to play Tolman High School of Pawtucket on Saturday night at 9 p.m. at Smithfield Ice Rink. Raymond Carver Series: Marian J. Mohr Memorial Library will host another installment of its author series focused on Raymond Carver, this one focuing on his short stories, on Friday afternoon from 3 to 4 p.m. in thr Reading Room. Drop-In Crafts: The library will also host drop-in crafts for parents and …
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Marian J. Mohr Memorial Library
1 Memorial Ave, Johnston, RI
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