Name: Step into the Gilded Age with a Violet Society Tea
Start: 2026-09-13T13:00:00-04:00
Location: Edgewood Manor Inn Bed And Breakfast

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Come enjoy an enchanting afternoon featuring a traditional afternoon tea with delicate finger sandwiches and sweet treats, all set in elegant Gilded Age décor. You'll get a glimpse into the gracious lifestyle of one of Cranston's most beautiful historic mansions.
Whether you love history, architecture, antiques, or just want a relaxing afternoon with friends, or meet some new ones, this event promises a memorable journey back to the elegance of the Gilded Age.
Daytime Promenade Attire (period dress) is appreciated but not required.

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Aug. 25, 5 to 7pm. The Cranston Historical Society invites you to enjoy an early evening of delightful food samplings --- A Taste of Cranston --- A Fundraising Event --- on the grounds of the Governor Sprague Mansion. Some of Cranston's finest restaurants &amp; businesses will share their delicious offerings with guests. Cost: $30.00 per person, payable to Cranston Historical Society, 1351 Cranston St., Cranston 02920 . Limited seating. Register, call 944-9226. After arrival, visit the Registration Table to check in &amp; get your tickets. You can also purchase tickets through VENMO -- go to www.cranstonhistory.org. There will be tickets available at the Registration Table as well.&nbsp;&nbsp;Parking in back of Sprague Mansion. Enter at 1351 Cranston St., across from McShawn's Pub. Here are some of the fabulous establishments participating this year: MakMak Eatery; Twin Oak; Narragansett Brewery; Catanzaro; Del's Lemonade; Bitter Sweet Dessert Truck; Texas Road House; Seven Stars Bakery; Crumbl; LaEskina; Nino's; Marchetti's; Nelva's . . . French Plein Air Painting outdoor demos conducted by Wells Goetzman, artist/educator. We will look for you on Aug. 25!

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Aug. 25 A TASTE OF CRANSTON, Gov. Sprague...

Aug. 25, 5 to 7pm. The Cranston Historical Society invites you to enjoy an early evening of delightful food samplings --- A...

Aug. 25 A TASTE OF CRANSTON, Gov. Sprague Mansion Grounds

Aug. 25, 5 to 7pm. The Cranston Historical Society invites you to enjoy an early evening of delightful food samplings --- A Taste of Cranston --- A Fundraising Event --- on the grounds of the Governor Sprague Mansion. Some of Cranston's finest restaurants &amp; businesses will share their delicious offerings. Cost: $30.00 per person, payable to Cranston Historical Society, 1351 Cranston St., Cranston 02920. Limited seating. Must Register, call 944-9226. You can also purchase tickets through VENMO -- and day of event. Go to www.cranstonhistory.org. Parking in back of Sprague Mansion. Enter at 1351 Cranston St., across from McShawn's Pub. Here are some of the fabulous establishments participating this year: MakMak Eatery; Twin Oaks; Narragansett Brewery; Yacht Club, Catanzaro; Del's Lemonade; Bitter Sweet Dessert Truck; Texas Road House; Seven Stars Bakery; LaEskina; Nino's; Marchetti's; Nelva's . . . We will look for you on Aug. 25!

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Community Volunteers Needed – Multi‑Day Project at the JAYCEE Arboretum &amp; Senator Roch Riverwalk We are working over several days to prepare and refresh the Arboretum and Riverwalk grounds in advance of the 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony. Volunteers are welcome to join us for any amount of time — even an hour helps.Tasks include light cleanup, trimming, raking, and general site care. Scouts, families, and community members are invited to participate.Flexible Volunteer Times
<ul><li>Weekdays: 4 PM – 7 PM</li><li>Saturdays: 10 AM – 3 PM</li></ul>
Drop in whenever you can — even 30 minutes helps.If you would like to help or need details, please contact us. wwJAYCEESkc@aol.com Thank you for supporting this important community project.

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40th ANNUAL “3-Day” CRANSTON GREEK FESTIVAL SEPTEMBER 11th, 12th and 13th
Location: Greek Orthodox Church of the Annunciation on the parish grounds
175 Oaklawn Avenue, Route 5, Cranston, RI. 
The Cranston Greek Festival, marks the “Official End of Summer in Rhode Island™”.
The Festival is held under the “Big Tents”, rain or shine.
Admission is FREE.
2026 GREEK FESTIVAL TIMES:
 Friday, September 11 5 PM – 10 PM
 Saturday, September 12 12 Noon – 10 PM
 Sunday, September 13 12 Noon – 8 PM
 
Greek Food: 
Guests sample a wide variety of Greek food including roast lamb, Greek-style chicken, souvlaki (skewered pork or chicken), pastitsio (delectable “Greek Lasagna”), spanakopita (“spinach pie”) tiropita (“cheese pie”). 
 
Many of our guests tell us we serve Rhode Island’s Best GYROS. Come and judge for yourself! 
 
Our pastry booth offers hand-made Greek pastries prepared by teams of our own parishioners, including our famous Baklava, Galaktoboureko and Rice Pudding. 
 
The pastry selection also includes karidopita (Greek Walnut Cake), kourabiedes (Wedding Cookies), koulourakia (Greek Butter Cookies), and melomakarona (Honey Cookies). 
 
And don’t forget to try our Loukoumades!!! 
Loukoumádes (λουκουμάδες) is a staple of Greek eating, especially in the south of Greece, and is a popular street food served with a combination of honey, cinnamon, and walnuts.

Entertainment &amp; Culture:
Greek Dancing Performances by Odyssey Dance Troupe 
Friday Night – 7 PM 
Saturday - 4 PM and 7 PM 
Sunday Afternoon – 3 PM &amp; 6 PM
These performances are wildly popular, and feature dances from mainland Greece and the Greek Islands. 
Live Greek musicwill be performed throughout the event. 
Spontaneous, impromptu Greek Dancing breaks out constantly during the entire 3-Day, Cranston Greek Festival. 
Everyone is invited to join in these dances.
Please visit our website and Facebook page for the complete schedule of entertainment, religious services and cultural presentations.
Learn About The Eastern (“Greek”) Orthodox Church 
The Eastern Orthodox Church is one of the world’s oldest and richest Christian faith traditions.Our Church Tours offer the chance to learn about the Greek “Eastern” Orthodox Christian Church — the second largest Christian communion in the world; with a global following of more than 250 million people. 
 
Church Tours Schedule (30 minutes)
Friday - 8 PM
Saturday - 1 PM, 3 PM, 5 PM and 8 PM
Sunday - 2 PM, and 4 PM
Additional Cranston Greek Festival Attractions:
Imported items, some from Greece, including jewelry, souvenirs, and clothing. 
Pets: 
For the safety of our guests, pets are not permitted at the Cranston GreekFestival. Service animals are allowed.

Would You Like More Information?
Contact the church office at (401) 942-4188, visit the church’s website at <a href="https://www.annunciationri.org/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">www.annunciationri.org</a>, or visit “Cranston Greek Festival” on Facebook.
Visit our Facebook page - <a href="https://www.facebook.com/CranstonGreekFestival" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://www.facebook.com/CranstonGreekFestival</a>
FREE Parking: 
Free parking is available on the neighborhood streets.
Additional parking is available at Cranston West High School. 
Free Parking shuttle buses run continuously, from Cranston West High School VIA CURTIS STREET.Some handicapped parking is available on the church grounds. 
The parking lot shuttle buses run all three days of the Festival, until 30 minutes AFTER CLOSING, each day.

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Thinking about law school? Join Roger Williams University School of Law for the annual Providence Law School Fair, where you'll have the opportunity to explore legal education and connect with representatives from more than 40 ABA-approved law schools from across the United States.
The event begins with a Law School Admissions 101 Panel from 12:00–1:00 p.m., where admissions professionals will provide an overview of the law school admissions process and answer general questions. Following the panel, attendees are invited to meet one-on-one with representatives from participating law schools during the Law School Fair from 1:00–3:00 p.m.

For additional information and to register, visit: <a target="_blank" href="https://law.rwu.edu/events/providence-law-fair" rel="nofollow noopener">https://law.rwu.edu/events/providence-law-fair</a>
Or contact the RWU Law Admissions Office at 401-254-4555.

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