PRESENTS YOUR COMMUNITY CALENDAR
Saturday, January 25 Pawtucket
• The Farm Fresh Winter Farmers Market in Pawtucket is the largest of its kind in New England — featuring an extensive variety of local farmers, fishers, and food producers all under one roof. Shop two spacious hallways in a renovated mill building — the Hope Artiste Village, 1000 Main St.; open 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.; for more information visit the Facebook page at .facebook.com/ events/766788763750552/ (recurring event, every Saturday).
•The Trash or Treasure Shop of the Church of the Good Shepherd located at 490 Broadway, is open with seasonable merchandise Clothing and shoes for the whole family are offered along with household goods, soft domestics, toys, games, books and much more. The shop is open every Wednesday and Saturday morning from 9 a.m. to noon.
Woonsocket
• Savini's Pomodoro first ever LAUGHS & MUSIC – Dinner Show – Featuring the Musical Entertainment of R.I.'s own Steven Palumbo and the Laugh Out Loud Comedy of John Perrotta! With Hilarious Special Guest,
Rockin' Joe Hebert! Doors open: 6 p.m.; Dinner: 7 p.m.; Show: 8 p.m.; Ticket Sales – $60 per person, including: DINNER BUFFET & LIVE SHOW (All-YouCan-Eat – Soup Station, Salad Station with Rolls & Butter, Pasta Station, Carving Station, Roast Pork & Ham, Dessert & Coffee Station; Get your tickets now at
savinispomodoro.com or by calling 401-762-5114; 476 Rathbun St.
Sunday, January 26
Woonsocket
• Come support the Woonsocket High School girls' basketball team by joining them for a breakfast of eggs, ham, beans, homefries, toast, coffee and juice, from 8 a.m. to noon at Club Par-X, 36 Stanley St.; Tickets are $10 each. 50/50 raffle as well.
• Museum of Work and Culture presents Valley Talks, starting at 1:30 p.m.; This year's series will focus on the Rhode Island Historical Society's 2020 theme, Spotlight Rhode Island, highlighting performing arts and artists throughout the state. Today's topic: Rhode Island International Film Festival Executive Director George Marshall presents on the history of the festival, which began in Woonsocket, and screen 2019 Festival winner “A Sister.”
Monday, January 27
Cumberland
• Do you want to further research your ancestors? Did you know the state's vital records can help you with that research. At 6:30 p.m., at the Cumberland Public Library, state archivist Ashely Selima and state records coordinator Rich
Hite from the state archives will introduce the state archives and how the records held within the collection can be used to help with family and local history research. The State Archives is within the Division of Archives, Library & Public Information of the Rhode Island Department of State. The Rhode Island Department of State engages and empowers all Rhode Islanders by making government more accessible and transparent, encouraging civic pride, enhancing commerce and ensuring that elections are fair, fast and accurate. Visit online at www.sos.ri.gov. Those interested in registering for the presentation or to ask questions about the series can call the library at 401-333-2552, ext. 2, or can email Aaron Coutu at acoutu@cumberlandlibrary.org.
Thursday, January 30
Pawtucket
• The Major Walter G. Gatchell VFW Post #306 and its Auxiliary will hold a spaghetti and meatball dinner at the Post Home, 171 Fountain St. Dinner is served from 4 to 7 p.m. Price is $10 per person with tickets available at the door. Meal includes salad, spaghetti, meatballs and sausage, bread and butter as well as coffee and dessert. Questions? Call the Post at 401722-7146.
Friday, January 31
Woonsocket
• MEAT RAFFLE: Our Saviour's Church, 500 Smithfield Road; Doors open at 6:15 p.m.; Raffle begins at 7 p.m.; FREE light supper with beverage and dessert will be served. There will be 10 meat raffles, split-the-pot, a penny social, a gift card raffle, consolation and attendance prizes “freebies” and much more. Tickets are 3 for $2 or you may purchase a Meat Raffle Pass, which covers all 10 meat raffles for $20. Call Phil or Pat at 401-766-5998 for more details.
Pawtucket
• The Farm Fresh Winter Farmers Market in Pawtucket is the largest of its kind in New England — featuring an extensive variety of local farmers, fishers, and food producers all under one roof. Shop two spacious hallways in a renovated mill building — the Hope Artiste Village, 1000 Main St.; open 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.; for more information visit the Facebook page at .facebook.com/events/766788763750552/ (recurring event, every Saturday).
Tuesday, February 4
Woonsocket
• Voter Public Information Session at the Bellingham Public Library, from 6:30 to 8 p.m.; 2020 is an election year not only for Bellingham, but also for statewide and federal elections. Join Town Clerk, Larry Sposato, to learn everything you need to know about voting in local, state and federal elections. Register at bellinghamlibrary.org. Check the website calendar for details and/or to register for programs.
Friday, February 7
Cumberland
• St. Aidan Senior Club will meet at St. Aidan Parish Center, 1460 Diamond Hill Road. Doors open at 8:30 a.m. and the meeting begins at 10 a.m.; In the event of snow, and there is no school in Cumberland, the meeting will be canceled as well. There will be coffee and muffins at no charge to members and the activity will be a speaker on fraud and elderly abuse from the Cumberland Police Dept., Sargent David Payson. New members are always welcome.
Sunday, February 9
Woonsocket
• Museum of Work and Culture presents Valley Talks, starting at 1:30 p.m.; This year's series will focus on the Rhode Island Historical Society's 2020 theme, Spotlight Rhode Island, highlighting performing arts and artists throughout the state. Today's topic: Former Providence Journal music critic Rick Massimo explores the history of the Newport Folk Festival through stories, music and images captured in his new book I Got a Song.
Sunday, February 23
Woonsocket
• Museum of Work and Culture presents Valley Talks, starting at 1:30 p.m.; This year's series will focus on the Rhode Island Historical Society's 2020 theme, Spotlight Rhode Island, highlighting performing arts and artists throughout the state. Today's topic: Writer Jeanne Douillard examines the initial move of French settlers from France to Canada, their transformation into British subjects, and their eventual immigration to New England.
Thursday, February 27
Bellingham
• Leap Year Party at the Bellingham Public Library, 4:30 to 5:15 p.m. For families. A day like this comes once every four years. Celebrate with stories, activities and crafts. Please register at bellinghamlibrary.org. Check the website calendar for details and/or to register for programs.
Sunday, March 8
Woonsocket
• Museum of Work and Culture presents Valley Talks, starting at 1:30 p.m.; This year's series will focus on the Rhode Island Historical Society's 2020 theme, Spotlight Rhode Island, highlighting performing arts and artists throughout the state. Today's topic: Paul and Denise Bourget discusses how they transform themselves into Brevet Major General George Sears Greene and Mrs. Martha Greene and their dedication to historical reenacting.
Sunday, March 22
Woonsocket
• Museum of Work and Culture presents Valley Talks, starting at 1:30 p.m.; This year's series will focus on the Rhode Island Historical Society's 2020 theme, Spotlight Rhode Island, highlighting performing arts and artists throughout the state. Today's topic: Filmmaker Christian de Rezendes offers a preview of his historical documentary series Slatersville: America's First Mill Village highlighting the French-Canadian portion of the story.
Cumberland
• Saturday Morning Mix: Are you ready to mix it up? Come join the fun in the Children's Room every Saturday, 10 a.m. to noon. LEGOs, music, blocks, board games and more. Once a month, on the second Saturday, Mr. Rowland will entertain from 11 a.m. to noon. The Saturday Morning Mix program will allow young patrons many opportunities to learn about music, math and science, and to practice their pre-reading, social, and motor skills. No registration is required for this program. All ages are welcome. For additional information, contact the Children's Room at 401-333-2552, ext. 3. or visit cumberlandlibrary.org.