Their museum barn is open Tuesdays from 9 to 11 a.m. and 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.; Thursdays, 2 to 5 p.m.; or by appointment, for those who would like to visit the museum or examine the society's collection of printed materials. Just in case, call ahead to confirm they are there. Dues are $20 per year for an individual, $30 per year for a family (two adults and children under 18) membership. The purpose of the JHS is to identify, preserve and promote the history of our town. It is located at 101 Putnam Pike in Johnston and can be reached by calling 231-3380.
The Johnston Parks and Recreation Department is currently accepting registrations for the 2018-2019 youth basketball season. For more information, please visit www.johnstonrec.com.
Do you have what it takes to be the next Ms. or Jr Miss wheelchair Rhode Island? Must be 5-15 years of age for Jr. Miss and 21 years or older for Ms. and for both categories, applicants much use a wheelchair 100% of the time in public. This is not a beauty pageant, instead a competition of advocacy, education and making a difference and empowering the state to make positive change. Send an email to Tina Pederson at Mswheelchairri2018@yahoo.com for more information and applications. Competition will be Feb. 2 or 3 in Providence.
Held in Roger Williams Park across from Park View Middle School in Cranston, the 6th Annual 2018 Park View Veterans Day 5K Run/Walk and 1 Mile Kids Run is an annual event is designed to bring honor and recognition to Veterans Day. Proceeds from the event will benefit programs for the school throughout the year and as a means of giving back to a worthwhile cause, Operation Stand Down RI.
One Mile Kids Run! This event will take place in the Park on a specially designed course! This race will begin at 8:30 a.m. The race is open to all elementary and middle school students. Cost for this race is $10 per person and a T-shirt goes to the first 50 entries for this race. Start and finish of the 5K race at the Park Avenue entrance to Roger Williams Park across from Park View Middle School.
T-shirts to the first 600 entries for the 5K race. Post-race food and beverages. Awards are given to the top male and female finisher. Awards to the top 2 men and women in each division: 8th grade and under, high school division, 19-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80.
Packet Pick up at Park View Middle School Gym: Friday, November 9 from 3 to 5 p.m. Race day registration and pickup begins at 7 a.m.
Members of the Friends plan and run book sales and carry out other fundraising activities to allow Mohr Library to increase services and programs. The Friends welcome new members who are willing to support either through donations, membership dues, or through volunteering their time. To find out more, contact them, or call the library director at 231-4980 (press 7).
There is an ongoing book sale in the lower level hall across from the meeting room. The Friends also hold larger sales two or three times a year. Great selections at great prices include hard cover and paperback books, fiction and non-fiction, for adults, children, and young adults. Most prices range from $.25 to $2. The Friends are a 501(c) (3) non-profit organization, with proceeds from fundraising supporting library programs and services. Donations of gently used books are appreciated and can be left at the library's main desk during library hours. Receipts for tax purposes are available.
A Sing-Along with Mr. Rowland for all ages with a grown-up. Dance and sing along with family favorites and best loved holiday songs on Tuesdays, Nov. 20 and Dec. 11 at the Mohr Library.
On Dec. 5 at 6:30 p.m., children will be able to build a catapult. Try building the different models of catapults to find which works best.
On the second Thursdays: Nov. 8, 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. come build with 10,000 plus Lego bricks, donated by Lego Systems. Ages 5 and up with an adult. No need to register.
Drop-In Family Crafts will be held every Saturday from 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. from now through the end of June. This will feature several self-directed projects for children and parents to do together. (Craft Programs are not appropriate for children under 3 as small parts might present a hazard.)
(Craft Programs are not appropriate for children under 3 as small parts might present a hazard.) No need to register. Drop-in at any time during the program.
The Marian J. Mohr Memorial Library, 1 Memorial Ave, Johnston, R.I. 02919 231-4980 x5, www.mohrlibrary.org, email: info@mohrlibrary.org.
The West Bay Chorale will hold a Pancake Breakfast on Nov. 3 at 8:30 to 11:30 a.m. at the Edgewood Congregational Church in Cranston. There will be pancakes, sausage, fruit, tea, coffee, juice and more with all proceeds supporting West Bay Chorale. Tickets are $7 per person/4 for $25.
Teen Arts & Crafts Club will meet every Thursday from 2 to 3 p.m. Love arts & crafts? Join in each week to make something new and express yourself. We will paint, collage, draw, sculpt, and use paper, textiles, natural objects and recyclables to create all different works to take home. Each week make something new! 20 spaces available. Registration required; contact Emilie the YA Librarian to register Mohr.teen.librarian@gmail.com.
Teen Dungeons & Dragons Club will be held every Friday from 3 to 6 p.m. Dungeons & Dragons for Teens is a cooperative role-playing game recently made famous in Stranger Things. Teens create their own characters & play out a story together. We will be beginning a new storyline called Storm King’s Thunder, where adventurers battle giants. Both new members and beginners welcome. 10 spaces available. Registration required; contact Emilie the YA Librarian to register Mohr.teen.librarian@gmail.com.
Teen Chess Club will meet every Wednesday from 2 to 3 p.m. at the Mohr. Join them for the classic strategy game Chess. Battle your friends or test your wits against the librarian! Don’t know how to play? No problem they can teach you! The rules are simple, the opportunities endless. Practice all your strategies here while relaxing away from the heat. 20 spaces available. Registration: contact Emilie the YA Librarian to register at Mohr.teen.librarian@gmail.com.
The Marian J. Mohr Memorial Library is located at 1 Memorial Ave., in Johnston and may be reached at 231-4980 x5 or www.mohrlibrary.org.
Halloween is one of the oldest celebrations in the world, dating back over 2000 years to the time of the Celts who lived in Britain. (Source: Halloween Fun Facts) SunriseScoops@aol.com. Photos in .jpg format are accepted and news can range from community events, promotions, academic news and non-profit events. E-mail today and see your news in our column in the Johnston Sunrise! Please include a daytime telephone number in case we require any further information.
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