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Irish harpist Patrick Ball returns to BRT

Blackstone River Theatre will present Irish harpist & storyteller Patrick Ball on Sunday, April 21, at 7:00 p.m., at Blackstone River Theatre, 549 Broad St., Cumberland, RI. Admission is $20 advance, $23 day of show. For tickets visit www.BRTri.org or call in reservations to (401) 725-9272.

Patrick Ball is one of the premier Celtic harp players in the world and also a captivating spoken word artist. In playing the ancient brassstrung harp of Ireland with its crystalline, belllike voice, and in performing marvelous tales of wit and enchantment, Ball not only brings new life to two cherished traditions, but blends them to create a richly theatrical performance.

Ball has recorded nine instrumental and three spoken word albums which have sold well over one-half million copies internationally and won national awards in both the music and spoken word categories. He has been awarded grants for his work by the California Arts Council and is the recipient of the Circle of Excellence Award from the National Storytelling Association.

Whether in the stronghold of a Galway chieftain in the years before history began or yesterday in the snug corner of a pub in Dublin, the Irish have always delighted in storytelling. Their passion for eloquence and wordplay, their deep devotion to their mythical past, their ability to find joy and humor in a dark world, and their belief that the supernatural world could appear between one breath and the next made their stories and the telling of them unrivaled in the world of the oral tradition.

Our Saviour’s Parish 500 Smithfield Road, Woonsocket will be having it’s Monthly Free Lunch this coming Saturday, April 20th from 11:am-12:30 pm, All are welcome to drive thru and receive a Free Lunch.

St. Matthew Trinity Lutheran Church, 690 Newport Avenue, Pawtucket, RI invites the Blackstone Valley to its Holy Week schedule of events from March 28 to March 31, 2024 and beyond. Maundy Thursday service is at 7 p.m. on March 28. Good Friday services, March 29, are at 12 p.m. and 7 p.m. The Feast of the Resurrection is Sunday, March 31 at 9:30 a.m. Pentecost Sunday service is celebrated Sunday, May 19 at 9:30 a.m. The church is fully handicapped accessible. Parking is plentiful on First and Liberty Streets. For more information, contact Jim at james.matuszek@outlook.com.

Woonsocket High School’s Class of 1974 will hold its 50-year reunion on Saturday, October 12, 2024 beginning at 5:30 p.m. at Savini’s Pomodoro, 476 Rathbun Street, Woonsocket, RI. WHS’ 50th Reunion Committee has been updating its Class address list to account for changes that have occurred since the 40th reunion. Members of the Class who have not yet reported their mailing address are kindly asked to do so on Facebook at “Woonsocket High School Class of 1974”. Alternatively, please provide address information to either Paul Pierannunzi (401-636-1417) or Muriel Desmarais (Dansereau) (401-837-1865). Invitations will be mailed in late May/early June. Live entertainment at the 50th Reunion will be provided by The Porch Rockers.

Saturday, April 27, 10:00 am: Ken Weber Conservation Area: Cascade Brook Hike: This one-mile trail is a short and easy hike for all skill levels and abilities. The 27-acre Ken Weber Conservation Area features the seasonal “Cascade Brook,” which produces a lovely waterfall in the springtime. Along the trail, you will also get to enjoy other treasures like Rhode Island’s rock-walls from another time, giant boulders, and stately trees. This serene property is maintained by the Smithfield Conservation Commission and was named for and dedicated to the late Ken Weber, known as “Nature’s best friend in Smithfield.” Ken and his wife Bettie laid out the trail. Advance registration is required for all WRWC Recreation Program outings. This recreation series is generously funded by REI CO-OP. Visit WRWC.ORG/EVENTS to register for these events and to see the full “Explore the Woonasquatucket” Recreation Series schedule.

April 21st, 2024, 2:00 P.M., North Gate Toll House, 1873 Old Louisquisset Pike (Route 246), Lincoln Is there any of us who have not enjoyed a day at McCoy Stadium, cheering on the Pawtucket Red Sox as they delighted the kids of all ages in the stands. Andy Tuetken was one of them, and his love of the park encouraged him to write a beautiful memoir, Murals of McCoy, in which he incorporates the history and the admiration of the stadium he felt every time he went there. This coffee table memory incorporates the 95 player murals that were displayed. The author worked with the original artist, team photographer, and mural owners to bring this incredible book to life. All profits from the sale of Murals of McCoy will be donated to Pawtucket Youth Baseball. On April 21st, Mr. Tuetken will bring his love of history and baseball to the Blackstone Valley Historical Society. He will also have copies of his book for purchase and to sign. Come join him and reminisce about baseball in Rhode Island. The Blackstone Valley Historical Society is dedicated to the history and antiquities of the Northern Rhode Island communities of Pawtucket, Central Falls, Lincoln, Cumberland, North Smithfield and Woonsocket. All interested persons are invited to join.

Join Armand Desmarais, President of the Stadium Foundation Board of Directors, on a full tour of the Stadium Theatre Performing Arts Centre & Conservatory. See behind the scenes workspaces not open to the public and get a glimpse of how we create and produce our inhouse productions. April 17 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm, $20

Take a tour of the night sky and discover its many wonders through the telescope with this Spring stargazing evening at Chase Farm Park. For thousands of years, the mysterious night sky has fascinated and been the source for guiding many aspects of life. Learn from experienced astronomers as they share their telescopes to view features in the sky that are visible at this time of the year. To get ready beforehand, a 30-minute presentation will be given by Francine Jackson of the Brown University Ladd Observatory. Rain/cloud date is one week later on Wednesday, April 24. April 17 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm. http://www.lincolnri.org/

DISTILLERS’ TOURS AT RI SPIRITS The Distillers’ Tour is a deep dive into how we make Rhodium Spirits. Our experts explain how art and science come together in distillation. You’ll learn about our company’s history, the distillation process, our equipment, and the sourcing of our materials. These tours focus on how we make our spirits, involving hands-on exploration of the ingredients and tasting the final products. You may even get to try something top-secret from our distillers. Tours last about 45 minutes and include a complimentary tasting of our spirits. You are welcome to arrive early and enjoy a cocktail at the bar, or bring it with you for the tour. Tours are limited to 10 people. April 20 @ 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm