Sept. 5: Johnston's Got Talent

An upcoming talent show tops our 5 Things to Know Today for Sept. 5, 2012.

Have Dinner at the White House — in Johnston

Actress Judy Bernstein is scheduled to perform on Wednesday night at Mohr Library in Johnston.

The Manhattan Transfer Brings 40-Year Catalog to the Park Theatre

Tickets are still available for the Saturday night show.

They Rocked It 'Olde School'

The Friends of Mohr Library and Society for Creative Anachronism teamed up to present the second annual Medieval Faire on May 5.

Last Chance: See with Your Soul

Marian J. Mohr Library hosts Barbara Bourgette, who presents a new way to approach photography.

Video: Mom, Son Brave the 'House of Shadows'

Peggy and Josh Passarelli of Johnston are two of the lead characters in Providence Lyseum's soon-to-be-released independent film.

Check Out RI Museums for Free

Bank of America and Merrill Lynch customers can get free museum admission to several local cultural institutions today and tomorrow.

Insider Preview: 'Deaf Comic' Visits NBC10

Johnston resident Mike Murray recently made radio and TV appearances to talk about regaining his hearing, and to preview last week's "Comedy & Cuisine" fundraiser at Johnston High School.

[VIDEO] JohnstonPatch Meets... Angelo Marinosci Jr.

The Johnston native discusses a recent installation made up of 50 separate paintings and his work on the mural at St. Vartanantz Armenian Apostolic Church.

Great Escape: Valentine's Gifts With Heart

House of Hope in Warwick hosts a Valentine's Day sale at their boutique in Apponaug.

Mohr Library Gets In The Valentine's Spirit

From movies to duct tape roses, the local library has events for the grade 6 through 12 crowd to celebrate Valentine's Day.

READER ROUNDUP: Smell Never This Potent

See what your neighbors are talking about, and join in the conversation is neighboring towns.

Mohr Library Hosts Author Ann Hood

The best-selling author of 'The Knitting Circle' and 'The Red Thread' gave a reading and autographed copies of her books during the Jan. 10 visit.

5 Things To Know Today: Jan. 10

Ann Hood at Mohr Library; today's forecast; check gas prices and traffic; find volunteers; and one year ago on JohnstonPatch: Snow warning.

Great Escape: Enjoy The First Weekend of 2012

Some great shows, sports and local entertainment start off the new year.

5 Things To Know Today: Dec. 28

Check gas prices and traffic; where to find your local forecast; take the kids to Mohr Library for some fun; today's Top 5 stories; and one year ago on JohnstonPatch: J-DAPA to the rescue.

Great Escape: Music, Laughs, Ballet, And Skating With Santa

Take a break from all of the shopping and enjoy music at some local venues, take in the ballet, or try outdoor ice-skating with Santa this weekend.

5 Things To Know Today: Dec. 12

Show off your house — and help local schools; performances at Mohr; town council meets; Explorers host gift drive; and today in history: the first 'mobile newsrooms.'

EVENT OF THE DAY: Learn From The Best

Mohr Library hosts Art Smart with Ms. Melyssa today at 4 p.m.

EVENT OF THE DAY: Festive Craft

Marian J. Mohr Library hosts an ornament-making activity for students in grades 6 through 12 today at 2:30 p.m.

5 Things To Know Today: Dec. 8

'Deck the House' contest; crafts and reading at Mohr Library; the science of color at PCM; RISD Museum art programs; and today in history: Waiting to take you away.

EVENT OF THE DAY: Wonka Fun

Marian J. Mohr Library hosts an after school adventure featuring 'Charlie and the Chocolate Factory' today at 4:30 p.m.

Great Escape: Santas, A Nutcracker, And Lights, Lights, Lights

The holiday activities and festivities have come out in full force this weekend. We’ve listed some local ones and a couple that will take you to different parts of the state.

EVENT OF THE DAY: Not Just 'Comic Books'

Today at Mohr Library, the Graphic Novel Club checks out 'Hellboy' by Mike Mignola.

EVENT OF THE DAY: Freshen It Up

Mohr Library is inviting students to help decorate the windows of the Andrew Greene Young Adult Room today at 2:30 p.m.

EVENT OF THE DAY: Delicious Decorations

Mohr Library hosts an ornament-making activity for students in grades 6 to 12 this afternoon at 2:30 p.m.

5 Things To Know Today: Dec. 1

Decoration-making at Mohr; Tour for Tots at RISD Museum; PCM hosts animal adventures; 'Tick Guy' speaks at URI; and today in history: Were you thrilled?

Twas the Night Before Christmas

New Year's Crafts for Children

ABC Bingo

Drop-in Crafts

Reader's Lair Book Clubs

Reader's Lair Book Clubs

Holiday Parties for Children

Holiday Parties for Children

Senior Trip to La Salette Shrine

Senior Christmas Party

Christmas Tree Lighting at the Senior Center

Holiday Parties for Children

North Central Chamber Bowling Fun Night