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🏫 School Bond Community Forum Today! | Two-Week Maintenance Project at Marina Park

🏫 School Bond Community Forum Today! | Two-Week Maintenance Project at Marina Park

Issue #156

01 May

In this South Kingstown Insider Issue…

📅 The Big Event List

🌤️ South Kingstown Weather

🏫 School Bond Community Forum May 1st

🚧 Two-Week Maintenance Project Begins at Marina Park’s West Parking Lot

🎣 Free Fishing Weekend Set for May 4-5

👩 New Director to Spearhead Innovative Programs at South County Museum

📍Support South Kingstown Local Businesses

School Bond Community Forum May 1st

On May 1st, residents of South Kingstown are invited to a community forum organized by the School Building Committee, concerning the new high school and athletic field project. The meeting will take place at 7:00 PM at South Kingstown High School and will also be accessible virtually through Zoom for those who register online. This forum will provide an opportunity for community members to ask questions, learn more about the project, and engage directly with the planning process.

Two-Week Maintenance Project Begins at Marina Park’s West Parking Lot

The South Kingstown Highway and Parks Divisions have initiated maintenance work on the west parking lot at Marina Park to address drainage and erosion issues. The project started on April 30th and is expected to take two weeks.
During this time, visitors with boat trailers are directed to park in the east lot, across from local landmarks Java Madness and Stone Cove Marina.

The maintenance is part of broader efforts to enhance the facilities at Marina Park, with the Parks and Recreation Department thanking the community for their patience.

Rhode Island's Free Fishing Weekend Set for
May 4-5

The Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management has announced the dates for its annual Free Fishing Weekend on May 4-5, during which anglers can fish without a license in freshwater areas. Initially started in 1995, the initiative encourages public participation in freshwater fishing and highlights premier fishing locations within the state. Regular fishing regulations still apply, and activities such as the use of felt-soled boots are restricted to protect the environment.
Anglers who land a golden rainbow trout can also win a special pin by submitting a photo of their catch.

South County Museum Appoints
Rebecca J. Kelly as Executive Director

Rebecca J. Kelly, a seasoned historian and museum professional, has been named the new Executive Director and Curator of Collections at the South County Museum. With a background that includes significant academic and practical experience, Ms. Kelly is poised to enhance the museum's role in the community through educational initiatives and new programming.
The museum celebrates this new chapter with its upcoming “Night at the Museum” event on May 17, which will feature live music, crafts, and exhibitions, free to the public.