Join us for an engaging overview of our educational offerings and special interest groups.&nbsp; There will be plenty of time for questions, and connection - with coffee and door prizes waiting for you.&nbsp;Established in 2009 and offering diverse courses and activities, OLLI at URI enjoys a rich relationship with the University.&nbsp; Membership is open to anyone fifty years of age or better.&nbsp; Whether teaching , learning, playing or exploring, OLLI&nbsp;members constitute a vibrant lifelong learning community.&nbsp; The OLLI&nbsp;at URI is part of the national network or Osher Lifleong Learning Institutes funded by the Bernard Osher Foundation.&nbsp; OLLI members are integral to shaping, managing and leading the organization. ABOUT&nbsp;OLLI: The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at URI provides learning opportunitites to older adults to enhance the enjoyment, meaning and direction of life as well as health and wellness.

Local Event: NEW MEMBER WELCOME- Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) at URI

Washington County

Narragansett-South Kingstown

Rhode Island

NEW MEMBER WELCOME- Osher Lifelong Learning...

Join us for an engaging overview of our educational offerings  and special interest groups.  There will be plenty of time for...

NEW MEMBER WELCOME- Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) at URI

Every Tuesday, Potter Hall will be open for anyone who enjoys playing mah jongg and is looking for a space to play. The library has two sets of mah jongg tiles, but feel free to bring your own or other equipment you would like. There is no formal instruction during open play, so players should have some knowledge of the game.
Free and open to the public. No registration required.
Kingston Free Library
2605 Kingstown Rd
Kingston, RI 02881

Local Event: Mah Jongg Open Play

Mah Jongg Open Play

Every Tuesday, Potter Hall will be open for anyone who enjoys playing mah jongg and is looking for a space to play. The library...

East Greenwich High School

Explore Your Future at East Greenwich High School!
Eighth- and ninth-grade students and families across Rhode Island are invited to EGHS’s CTE Open House on Thursday, October 29, 2026, from 6–7:30 p.m.
Discover eight career pathways — including Rhode Island’s first Pre-Medical CTE program — and learn about the nearly-completed upgrades and renovations to our school spaces. Earn college credits through Advanced Placement and concurrent enrollment courses plus industry credentials for high-demand, high-wage careers.
For more information about our CTE programs visit <a href="https://eghs.egsd.net/learning/cte-pathways" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">our website.</a>
Please RSVP<a href="https://forms.gle/2SaycR57Ggt7wkk17" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank"> here</a>.

Local Event: East Greenwich High School CTE Open House

Kent County

East Greenwich

East Greenwich High School CTE Open House


Explore Your Future at East Greenwich High School!
Eighth- and ninth-grade students and families across Rhode Island are...

<h1>&nbsp;The Nightmare Before Christmas Tree Painting: Movie Night</h1>
<h1>What’s this? Halloween meets Christmas at Rebekah Cook Art!</h1>
<h1>Join us Friday, October 30th, 6pm to 9pm for a spooky-meets-merry pottery painting night. Choose your own ceramic Christmas tree, grab your brushes, and get creative while we play The Nightmare Before Christmas on the screen. &nbsp;The movie starts at 6:30pm, so you’ll have time to settle in, pick your tree, and plan your colors before the show begins.</h1>
<h1>Will your tree be Halloween-spooky, Christmas-cozy, or a little bit of both?</h1>
<h1>&nbsp;Paint now, display by Christmas! Painting in October leaves plenty of time for your tree to be fired and ready to light up your holiday décor before Christmas.&nbsp;</h1>
<h1>$85 includes: &nbsp;Your choice of tree &nbsp;All paints and materials &nbsp;Friendly guidance (no experience needed!) &nbsp;Swag bag &nbsp;Snacks</h1>
<h1>&nbsp;All ages welcome, so bring the whole family, your friends, or come solo!</h1>
<h1>&nbsp;344 Main St., Wakefield, RI &nbsp;Reserve your spot: rebekahcookart.com/events/</h1>
<h1>Spaces are limited, so grab your seat before Jack Skellington takes it! </h1>

Local Event: Nightmare Before Christmas Tree Painting and Movie Night 

Nightmare Before Christmas Tree Painting and...

 The Nightmare Before Christmas Tree Painting: Movie Night
What’s this? Halloween meets Christmas at Rebekah Cook Art!
Join us...

Nightmare Before Christmas Tree Painting and Movie Night 

URI Fine Arts Center

Experience an evocative afternoon of music with 'Art Inspirations', featuring masterful performances of 'Scenes From The Louvre' by Norman Dello Joio, 'Urban Light' by James M. David, and Modest Mussorgsky’s 'Pictures At An Exhibition'. Tickets are $15 for general admission, $10 for students and seniors, and children under 12 attend for free.

Local Event: The American Band

The American Band

Experience an evocative afternoon of music with 'Art Inspirations', featuring masterful performances of 'Scenes From The...

Please join representatives from The U.S. Attorney’s Office for&nbsp;the District of Rhode Island along with Federal Law&nbsp;Enforcement Partners from the Internal Revenue Service&nbsp;Criminal Investigations Division for a presentation focusing&nbsp;on Elder Justice.
Topics include Consumer Protection Issues, tools to protect&nbsp;yourself/loved ones from Online Scams and Identity Theft, Elder&nbsp;Financial Exploitation, Romance Scams, Grandparent Scams, and&nbsp;more. Resource materials will be made available along with&nbsp;ample time for a question-and-answer session.
Free and open to all. Register to receive updates. Registration is not required. To register please use the following link:&nbsp;<a href="https://skpl.libcal.com/event/17521622" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">skpl.libcal.com/event/17521622</a>
Kingston Free Library
2605 Kingstown Rd
Kingston, RI 02881

Local Event: Protect Yourself from Fraud

Protect Yourself from Fraud

Please join representatives from The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Rhode Island along with Federal Law Enforcement...

Wakefield Books

Local Author Theresa Schimmel Book Signing at Wakefield Books, 10am to Noon for her new YA novel, I Belong in the Game - perfect for readers who love sports books for girls and inspiring stories for kids, this baseball coming of age story delivers heart, grit, and unforgettable moments. It is a story about courage, about breaking gender stereotypes, and about believing that you belong even when the world says you do not. Theresa Schimmel is an award-winning author of adult and children’s fiction whose writing explores history, family, resilience, and personal growth. She is the author of the adult novels Braided Secrets and Yankee Girl in Dixie. She is also the author of four children’s books:Sunny, David’s War/David’s Peace, The Circus Song, and The Carousel Adventure. A lifelong writer, Schimmel has also published short stories, memoir pieces, and poetry, earning honors such as an Honorable Mention in the 2022 Writer’s Digest competition. Her background as a classroom teacher and educational consultant brings authenticity, insight, and emotional depth to stories written for readers of all ages. No registration required for this in-store event.

Local Event: Local Author Theresa Schimmel Book Signing

Local Author Theresa Schimmel Book Signing

Local Author Theresa Schimmel Book Signing at Wakefield Books, 10am to Noon for her new YA novel, I Belong in the Game -...

Whalers Brewing Company

Join Wakefield Books at Whaler's Brewing for our next Grown-Up Book Fair! Thursday November 12, 5 - 8pm.It’s just like the Scholastic Book Fair you loved as a kid, but with grown-up books and grown-up beverages. No registration required.

Local Event: Wakefield Books Grown-Up Book Fair at Whaler's Brewing

Wakefield Books Grown-Up Book Fair at Whaler's...

Join Wakefield Books at Whaler's Brewing for our next Grown-Up Book Fair! Thursday November 12, 5 - 8pm.It’s just like the...

Wakefield Books Grown-Up Book Fair at Whaler's Brewing

The story of Lizzie Borden does not end in Fall River. Far beyond the locked doors of the Borden household, there is a wider web of people, places, and histories connected to the case. From the investigators who shaped the trial and the reporters who sensationalized it to the key locations that marked Lizzie Borden’s life and lingering legacy, there is a multifaceted history behind one of America's most enduring true crime stories. By weaving these parallel tales of crime, gender, and societal upheaval into the central narrative, Baltrusis takes a deep dive into the ultimate whodunit, placing Lizzie’s story within a broader historical context of rumors, power, and the shifting expectations of women in American society. Sam Baltrusis, author of <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Ghosts-Salem-Haunts-Haunted-America-ebook/dp/B00XRQTHE4" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Ghosts of Salem </a>and featured in The Curse of Lizzie Borden shock doc, has penned more than a dozen paranormal-themed books including Mass Murders and Ghosts of Sleepy Hollow: Haunts of the Headless Horseman. He has been featured on several national TV shows including the Travel Channel’s A Haunting, Most Terrifying Places, Haunted Towns, Fright Club 1 &amp; 2 &amp; documentaries like The House in Between 2 and History’s Most Haunted. No registration required for this in-store event.

Local Event: Sam Baltrusis Book Signing, Lizzie Borden & the Family Curse

Sam Baltrusis Book Signing, Lizzie Borden & the...

The story of Lizzie Borden does not end in Fall River. Far beyond the locked doors of the Borden household, there is a wider...

Sam Baltrusis Book Signing, Lizzie Borden & the Family Curse

Unitarian Universalist Congregation of South County

Due to the unpredictable inclement weather, this Sept. 27 event has been RESCHEDULED to Sunday, November 15, from 3pm to 5:30pm. There will be a short break midway for refreshments. All pre-purchased tickets for the 9/27 show will be honored for the rescheduled show. Thank you all. Keep safe.
Rescheduled time: Sunday, November 15, 3-5:30pm. Doors open at 2:30pm. UUCSC, 27 North Road, Peace Dale, RI&nbsp; Joe Parillo and the New Ensemble Tickets $25 Purchase via SQUARE at&nbsp;<a href="https://square.link/u/RlHRE9rn" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://square.link/u/RlHRE9rn</a> &nbsp;(sold as individual tickets) Tickets will be sold at the door (if not sold out) Light refreshments available before and during the break.

Local Event: Joe Parillo and the New Ensemble

Joe Parillo and the New Ensemble

Due to the unpredictable inclement weather, this Sept. 27 event has been RESCHEDULED to Sunday, November 15, from 3pm to...

Saint Francis of Assisi Parish

Holiday Bazaar- Saint Francis of Assisi Wakefield, RI

Once again we will be having our annual Christmas Bazaar. This year the date is Saturday November 21st from 9-2.
We have crafters, vendors, silent auction, a bake sale, and a cafe. Proceeds go directly to our parish.
Saint Francis of Assisi Church at the Father Grennan Hall, 114 High Street, Wakefield RI

Local Event: Annual Bazaar

Annual Bazaar

Holiday Bazaar- Saint Francis of Assisi Wakefield, RI

Once  again we will be having our annual Christmas Bazaar.  This year...

Local Author Jon Land Book Signing at Wakefield Books, 10am to Noon Saturday Nov. 28. Jon Land joins us to sign copies of his new sci-fi thriller, Icefall. Icefall is an exhilarating fusion of action and alien horror, in which a team of superbeings are all that stands between Earth and total annihilation at the hands of a predatory alien species. Jon is the New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of 65 books known mostly for his critically acclaimed, award winning thrillers. Jon has also taken over two of the most iconic series in mystery-thriller fiction, having written six titles in the Murder, She Wrote series, based on the popular TV show, and two in the Capital Crimes series, originally conceived by Margaret Truman. Additionally, Jon has teamed with multiple New York Times bestselling author Heather Graham on a bestselling sci-fi series. Jon is a 1979 graduate of Brown University, and in 2019 received the Association of Rhode Island Authors Legacy Award for his lifetime of literary achievements. No registration required for this in-store event.

Local Event: Local Author Jon Land Book Signing at Wakefield Books 

Local Author Jon Land Book Signing at Wakefield...

Local Author Jon Land Book Signing at Wakefield Books, 10am to Noon Saturday Nov. 28. Jon Land joins us to sign copies of his...

Local Author Jon Land Book Signing at Wakefield Books 

Kinney Azalea Gardens

Join us for our enchanting Winter Celebration as we transform the garden trails into a whimsical winter wonderland. Stroll through a stunning display of trees, each uniquely decorated with nature-inspired ornaments like charming birds, whimsical fairies, rustic pinecones, vibrant mushrooms, and intricate dried plant materials.
Immerse yourself in the serene beauty of the winter landscape while enjoying festive activities for children, caroling, music, warm cocoa, and unique handmade local gifts.&nbsp;
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Whether you're seeking a peaceful retreat in nature or a fun family outing, our Winter Celebration promises a day filled with joy, creativity, and connection with the natural world.

Local Event: Festival of Trees

Festival of Trees

Join us for our enchanting Winter Celebration as we transform the garden trails into a whimsical winter wonderland. Stroll...

Bring a little of Kinney’s woodland beauty home for the holidays! Create a unique, long-lasting wreath using fresh evergreen boughs, seed pods, and berries foraged from Kinney Azalea Gardens.

In this hands-on, beginner-friendly workshop, you’ll learn how to build and balance a wreath, combine natural textures, and add your own personal touches. A bow-making tutorial will help you finish your creation—and give you skills to make beautiful wreaths for years to come.

Leave with a one-of-a-kind woodland wreath to display at home or give as a thoughtful, handmade gift.


Your ticket includes:

<ul><li>All materials, including fresh greenery, botanical accents, a wreath frame, wire, and ribbon.</li><li>Step-by-step wreath-making instruction and a bow-making tutorial.</li><li>Your completed holiday wreath to take home and enjoy.</li><li>Admission to that days Festival of Trees event</li><li>Free hot cocoa or cider</li></ul>

Local Event: Woodland Holiday Wreath Workshop

Woodland Holiday Wreath Workshop

Bring a little of Kinney’s woodland beauty home for the holidays! Create a unique, long-lasting wreath using fresh evergreen...

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Horse Play

Horse Play’s Fall Festival Sunday, October 25, 2026 9:00am – all day at the farm - 143 Gilbert Stuart Rd. Saunderstown, RI Ph# (401)864-2943 Email: horseplayri@msn.com Enjoy a FUN day at Horse Play! Find some treasure at our Yard and Tack Sale! Explore fun classes that support our horses! Painting Ponies &amp; Pony rides for kids, Meet-n-greet the Horses for everyone Yard and Tack Sale from 9am-3pm Paint a Pony noon - 3pm Pony Rides 1-3pm Meet -n-Greet the Horses – 10am – 3pm T’ai Chi in the field with the horses 10am Zumba in the field with the horses 11am Horse Play is a 501©3 nonprofit organizations. We survive on donations which are tax-deductible We will also be collecting non-perishable food items for the food bank.

Local Event: Horse Play's Fall Festival

Horse Play's Fall Festival

Horse Play’s Fall Festival Sunday, October 25, 2026 9:00am – all day at the farm - 143 Gilbert Stuart Rd. Saunderstown, RI Ph#...

Living Hope Christian Church

Join us at Living Hope Christian Church on Sunday, October 25th, from 12:30–2:30 PM for a fun-filled afternoon for the whole family!
Bring the kids and enjoy: 🚗 Creative, decorated trunks 🍭 Lots of candy, popcorn, and treats 🎉 Inflatable Games ❤️ A welcoming, safe, and family-friendly atmosphere
Costumes are encouraged, so come dressed in your favorite (family-friendly) costume and get ready for an afternoon of fun!
Admission is FREE! We’d love to have you and your family join us as we celebrate the season together.

Local Event: Trunk or Treat

Trunk or Treat

Join us at Living Hope Christian Church on Sunday, October 25th, from 12:30–2:30 PM for a fun-filled afternoon for the whole...

Rustic-chic private farm venue in scenic Stonington, CT 

Deans Mill Farm 

Built in the mid-1700s as a functioning livestock farm, Deans Mill Farm has gone through an evolution in recent decades. A full renovation of the historic buildings and rejuvenation of the surrounding 70+ acres has made the property into the incredible venue it is today. Deans Mill Farm now operates primarily as a private event space and five-room bed and breakfast tucked down a private road in Stonington, Connecticut. It shares its property with Dragonfly Equestrian Center and is home to dozens of horses. On the property lies meadows, hiking trails, beautiful fields and Dragonfly Disc Golf. The property can be rented for weddings, birthday parties and other special events. Additionally, the bed and breakfast can be rented by the room or reserved in its entirety for complete privacy. The Farm has the ability to host small private indoor events for up to 50 guests in the Farmhouse. Outdoor tented events are our specialty, with numerous locations on-site that are picturesque for your celebration. Outdoor tented celebrations can accommodate up to 250 guests.

New London County

Chris Rhatigan 

Hartford Metropolitan Area

Stonington-Mystic

Connecticut

Built in the mid-1700s as a functioning livestock farm, Deans Mill Farm has gone through an evolution in recent decades. A full renovation of the...

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Thursday, October 29

East Greenwich High School CTE Open House

OCT

29

6:00 PM

East Greenwich High School, 300 Avenger Dr, East Greenwich, RI

Sunday, November 1

The American Band

NOV

1

3:00 PM

URI Fine Arts Center, 105 Upper College Rd, South Kingstown, RI

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Horse Play's Fall Festival

Trunk or Treat

East Greenwich High School CTE Open House

Deans Mill Farm