In this South Kingstown Insider Issue…

📅 NEW EVENT CALENDAR

🗓️ Event Showcase - Blood Drive for Graham Brawley
🗓️ Event Showcase - Tunes & Tacos Fundraiser

🌤️ South Kingstown Weather - Mostly sunny with a high of 74

🦪 TwoTen Oyster Bar Announces Temporary Closure

🧒 Free Pre-Kindergarten Program Lottery Now Accepting Applications

🏖️ Proposed Law Mandates Public Access Disclosure for Coastal Properties

📍Support South Kingstown Local Businesses

📣 We Want to Spotlight Your Business!

TwoTen Oyster Bar Announces Temporary Closure

TwoTen Oyster Bar has temporarily closed its doors due to a fire.
The management has assured patrons that they are committed to resolving the situation as quickly as possible and will provide updates on their reopening plans.
They expressed gratitude for the community's patience and support during this period and are hopeful to resume operations soon.

Free Pre-Kindergarten Program Lottery Now Accepting Applications

The Rhode Island Department of Education is currently accepting applications for its pre-kindergarten program lottery, which offers families the chance to enroll their children in free, high-quality early childhood education for the upcoming 2024-25 academic year. In an effort to increase access to these vital services, the program has been expanded to include more cities and towns than in recent years.

To be eligible, children must be four years old by September 1st and not yet qualified for kindergarten enrollment. The lottery is open to residents of over 20 municipalities across the state, including South Kingstown.

However, spots in the program are limited, and interested parents must submit their applications by the deadline of June 24th to be considered for the upcoming school year.

Proposed R.I. Law Mandates Public Access Disclosure for Coastal Properties

The Rhode Island General Assembly is currently deliberating on a set of bills that would mandate specific disclosures during the sale of oceanfront properties. These proposed measures are part of a broader effort to safeguard the public's access to the state's shorelines and natural resources. If enacted, sellers would be legally obligated to inform prospective buyers about the "rights and privileges of the shore" that extend to all Rhode Island residents.

This legislative push comes on the heels of a landmark law passed last year that established a 10-foot public access zone inland from the recognizable high tide line, typically marked by a line of seaweed and other debris. The disclosure requirement aims to serve as a crucial consumer protection measure, ensuring transparency for prospective homebuyers who may be unaware of Rhode Island's coastal access laws, particularly those coming from out of state.

Blood Drive for Graham Brawley - June 6

Graham Brawley is bravely battling Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL). He has received over 60 blood transfusions in his fight so far. Join us in honoring Graham by donating the lifesaving gift of blood. Every donation helps save up to 3 lives!

Sign up to donate blood here: https://donate.ribc.org/donor/schedules/drive_schedule/77334

Location: Matunuck Surf Shop/Matunuck Pizza Pie Parking Lot

$10 coupon for all who come to give blood that can be used at Ocean Most, The Pub, or Matunuck Pizza Pie Co.More Details

Tunes & Tacos Fundraiser - June 6

A night to celebrate SK Student Musicians and Artists. Events include musical performances, student art show and raffle, 50/50 raffle, taco dinner & ice cream sundae bar (meat and vegan options).
Performances:
6:15   Splendid Strings
7:00   eSKape
7:45   Jazz Band

All proceeds support music, theater and art education for students in the South Kingstown School District.

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