In this South Kingstown Insider Issue…

📅NEW EVENT CALENDAR

🗓️ Event Showcase - Wind Chime Clay Class

🩺 URI Students Provide Free Health Assessments for Seniors

⚡️Rhode Island Energy Customers Targeted by Phone Scammers

👮 Free Car Seat Checks by South Kingstown Police at Wakefield Mall

🥬Celebrate Summer with Fresh, Local Foods

📍Support South Kingstown Local Businesses

📣We Want to Spotlight Your Business!

URI Students Provide Free Health Assessments for Seniors

The University of Rhode Island is hosting a Senior Day 2024 health and wellness program for individuals aged 65 and older. Participants will receive a comprehensive health assessment and recommendations for improving health and reducing fall risk. The program involves an online interview and an in-person screening session.
Interested seniors must sign up by August 23, 2024.

Rhode Island Energy Customers Targeted by Phone Scammers

Rhode Island Energy has alerted customers to an increase in scam phone calls from individuals pretending to be from the utility provider. These scammers threaten to shut off electricity if immediate payment is not made, often using caller ID spoofing to appear legitimate. The company assures customers that they will never demand money over the phone or request payment through Zelle or Venmo. Customers should ask for the caller to verify the last five digits of their account number. If the caller cannot provide this information, it is a clear indication that the call is fraudulent.

Free Car Seat Checks by South Kingstown Police at Wakefield Mall

The South Kingstown Police Department is offering free car seat checks at the Wakefield Mall on Tuesday, July 30th, from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Certified technicians will be available to assist with new car seats and ensure existing seats are installed correctly. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration emphasizes that proper car seat installation can save the lives of 325 children under 5 each year. The department's initiative is part of their commitment to enhancing child safety. No appointment is required for this event, located at 160 Old Tower Hill Road.

Celebrate Summer with Fresh, Local Foods

Make the most of summer by visiting your local farmers' markets for the freshest, locally-harvested foods. Enjoy the unbeatable taste of Rhode Island-grown tomatoes, corn, summer squash, lettuce, and blueberries, perfect for complementing a meal of locally-sourced meat or seafood. Shopping at a farmers' market is not only a nutritious choice but also a delightful way to celebrate the bounty of the summer harvest.
Support local farmers and savor the flavors of the season!

Friday

• Charlestown Land Trust Farmers Market
  Church of the Holy Spirit, 4150 Old Post Road, Charlestown
  Fridays, 9 AM to 12:30 PM

Saturday

• Casey Farm Market
  2325 Boston Neck Road, Saunderstown
  Saturdays, 8:30 AM to 12:30 PM

• South Kingstown Farmers Market
  25 W. Independence Way, Kingston
  Saturdays, 8:30 AM to 12:30 PM

Sunday

• Fishermen's Memorial Farmers Market
  1011 Point Judith Road, Narragansett
  Sundays, 8:30 AM to 12 PM

Wind Chime Clay Class - July 28

Join us at Rebekah Cook Art on a journey of creativity and craftsmanship with our adult clay wind chime class, where you’ll delve into the art of hand-building.
Discover the therapeutic joys of working with clay as you learn a variety of techniques to mold and shape your unique one-of-a-kind wind chime.

Guided by expert instructors, you’ll explore basic clay techniques to form your wind chime and then add intricate details to finish off your design.

So come enjoy the ambiance of our studio as you mingle with fellow enthusiasts and unleash your imagination.
Whether you’re a seasoned artist or a novice explorer, this class offers the perfect opportunity to cultivate your skills and create a beautiful, personalized wind chime to adorn your home or garden.

This class includes all materials, two firings, and two hours of instruction.

Events in the South County Events Calendar

We're thrilled to introduce South County Events, your new go-to community event calendar!
You can click the button below to view the online version of the calendar, submit your own events, or sign up for SMS reminders…

To view the full calendar, click the button below

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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We Want To Spotlight Local Businesses!

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