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π± Patch AM: Can Bristol finally give its beloved theater company a real home?
You won't want to miss RWU Law Providence Law School Fair on the Bristol Patch calendar

Hello Bristol! Here's our latest buzz. Let's get into it. ☕️️
In today's newsletter:
- Can Bristol finally give its beloved theater company a real home?
Also on today's calendar: RWU Law Providence Law School Fair and 8 more events.
Today's riddle: What did the tree say when Spring arrived? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Friday: Humid; an afternoon t-storm, with a high of 80 and low of 65 degrees.
- Saturday: Partly sunny and less humid, temps: high: 78, low: 62.
- Sunday: Partly sunny, with a high of 81 and low of 67 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Bristol Theatre Company soldiers on (eastbayri.com) — Bristol families just packed the Guiteras School auditorium for the Bristol Theatre Company's sold‑out youth production of "School of Rock," but the group is still scrambling for a permanent home. After losing multiple promised venues and sinking money into short‑lived spaces, leaders and parents say the community must help secure stable, affordable performance and rehearsal space so local kids can keep thriving in theater.
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📸 Around Bristol
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Bristol
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★ Featured events ★
- RWU Law Providence Law School Fair →
Providence Marriott Downtown, 1 Orms St, Providence
12:00 pm
Friday September 18
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Other local events
- Warren Hope & Main Summer Makers Markets - NOW FRIDAYS 4-7PM! →
691 Main St, Warren
4:00 pm - Paint Pottery! →
Art by You at Weirdgirl Creations Pottery Studio, 10 Wampanoag Trl, East Providence
1:00 pm - First Day of School for Students
Bristol Warren Regional SD All Schools - Brick Pizza Co – Bristol, RI →
Brick Pizza Co., 500 Wood St, Bristol
7:00 pm - FREE Auto Show at the Beach →
Bristol, RI Calendar Bristol, RI 02809 - Last Night Concert with the RI Philharmonic →
Bristol, RI Calendar Bristol, RI 02809
6:00 pm - No School/Holiday - Labor Day
Bristol Warren Regional SD Bristol, RI 02809 - MINI'S IN MOTION (Ages 3-5) →
Quinta Gamelin Community Center, 101 Asylum Rd, Bristol
9:30 am - Rhode Island Parkinson's Community Walk →
Pete Sepe Pavilion, 40 Asylum Rd, Warren
10:00 am - Knitting Circle Workshops →
Quinta Gamelin Community Center, 101 Asylum Rd, Bristol
6:30 pm
Friday August 28
Sunday August 30
Monday August 31
Wednesday September 2
Saturday September 5
Monday September 7
Thursday September 10
Sunday September 13
Wednesday September 16
📣 Bristol Shout Outs!
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🗓 Events Nearby
- Food Truck Fridays in Barrington! →
Police Cove Park & Boat Ramp, 100-, 106 County Rd, Barrington
4:00 pm - Rhody Food Trucks - Food Truck Friday →
Barrington, RI Calendar, POLICE COVE PARK 100 County Road, Barrington
4:30 pm - Matt Silva (Southern New England): Members and guests only event. →
Barrington Yacht Club, 25 Barton Ave, Barrington
6:00 pm - Newport Live Presents John Gorka at Greenvale Vineyards →
Greenvale Vineyards, 582 Wapping Rd, Portsmouth
7:00 pm
Friday August 28
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- BayCoast Bank posted a job opening for Part Time Customer Service Associate I in Bristol. Apply here.
- Stop & Shop posted a job opening for PT Night Crew-Clerk - Grocery - 0723 in Bristol. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Bristol here.
🗞 Nearby News
Warren
- Residents have at Highlander/Fatima redevelopment proposal in Warren (eastbayri.com)
- CRMC: Bowens' oyster farm application can proceed (eastbayri.com)
Barrington
- Barrington Police Chief: Flock camera on Wampanoag Trail was moved (eastbayri.com)
- Gustave J. S. White Auctioneers – Rhode Island Estates Auction (antiquesandthearts.com)
- Scientist: Salt marshes are in critical condition (eastbayri.com)
Warwick
- MA Man Charged With Obtaining Property By False Pretenses: Police (patch.com)
Ok Bristol! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!
-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: What a re-leaf! (Thank you Flo G. for sending it in!)
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