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In this South Kingstown Insider Issue…

📅 NEW EVENT CALENDAR

🗓️ Event Showcase - Patriotic Pottery Painting

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

🥇 GFWC Women’s Club Awards 6th Graders for Charitable Essays

🏘️ Upcoming Workshops on Housing and Livability in Narragansett

📍Support South Kingstown Local Businesses

📣 We Want to Spotlight Your Business!

GFWC Women’s Club Awards 6th Graders for Charitable Essays

The GFWC Women’s Club of South County honored three sixth-grade students with the Spirit of Giving Essay Awards at its annual event. Students from Broad Rock Middle School (BRMS), Monsignor Clarke School (MCS), and Meadowbrook Waldorf School submitted essays on nonprofit organizations they wished to support. Each winning student received a $350 donation for their chosen charity, along with certificates and gift cards from Brickley’s Ice Cream.

Eva Vieira from Broad Rock Middle School chose Hope Hospice Center, Nava Shear from the same school selected The Brent Sopel Foundation, and Milo Yedlowski also from BRMS picked The Johnnycake Center of Peace Dale. Their teachers received cash donations for their classrooms, and nine other students received honorable mentions.

Upcoming Workshops on Housing and Livability in Narragansett

The town of Narragansett, in collaboration with HousingWorks RI, is hosting a series of workshops focused on housing and livability. These workshops aim to educate residents about the history and future of housing in Narragansett, providing opportunities for small group discussions and interactive Q&A sessions. Refreshments will be provided, and while registration is encouraged, it is not required.

Workshop 1: From Village Life to Suburbanization

• Date and Time:

  • Saturday, June 15th at 11 a.m.

  • Saturday, June 22nd at 11 a.m.

• Location: 53 Mumford Road

• Description: This workshop will explore the rise and fall of Rhode Island's small village centers, with a specific focus on Narragansett. Participants will discuss how these villages once served as the walkable centers of community life and the factors that led to their decline.

Workshop 2: Modern Day Challenges: 1970s to Present

• Date and Time:

  • Tuesday, June 18th at 6 p.m.

  • Tuesday, June 25th at 6 p.m.

• Location: 170 Clarke Road

• Description: This session will address the suburbanization of Rhode Island and the resulting demographic and economic shifts. Attendees will learn about the significant changes in the real estate market, the impact on housing prices, and the efforts to promote diverse housing options that are affordable for average incomes.

Workshop 3: Facing the Future: Ensuring a Livable Narragansett

• Date and Time:

  • Thursday, June 20th at 6 p.m.

  • Thursday, June 27th at 6 p.m.

• Location: 170 Clarke Road

• Description: Looking ahead, this workshop will tackle the various challenges Narragansett faces, such as rising sea levels, housing affordability, and shrinking school enrollment. Discussions will focus on strategies to mitigate these issues and ensure a sustainable future for all residents.

These workshops offer a unique opportunity to engage with the community and contribute to shaping the future of housing in Narragansett. Join us to learn, discuss, and collaborate on these important topics.

Patriotic Pottery Painting - June 14

Get ready for an early 4th of July with our star-spangled pottery painting event that promises fun for your family and friends!
Not only that, but we planned it so that your pottery will be ready to take home and display for the actual 4th of July!
Choose from a collection of home decor and dish-ware that will be perfect to decorate any shelf with that red, white, and blue flair, or to pull out at your Summer BBQs.

We will provide the pottery, glazes, and light refreshments (everything you need for an enjoyable afternoon of painting) so all you have to bring is yourself and friends.

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Our goal is to serve you better and provide a quick turnaround for event promotion. With South County Events, you can efficiently share and discover local happenings, bringing more value to our community.

Check it out today, stay informed, and submit your events to reach thousands of South County locals!

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