July 2: Introduction to RISNER: Join the Cranston Senior Center to learn more about RISNER on Wednesday at 10 a.m., at 1070 Cranston St. RISNER is a statewide database of Rhode Islanders who may require special assistance during an emergency.

July 2: Caregiver’s Support Group: The Senior Center will hold a caregiver’s support group on the first Wednesday of every month. For more information call Jennifer at 401-780-6254.

July 8: Special Night Bingo: On Tuesday at 5:30 p.m., the Senior Center will be hosting a bingo night.

July 8: Arthritis Exercise Classes: Join the Cranston Senior Center for a free 12-week class in managing arthritis. Classes begin on Tuesday, July 8 at 1:15 p.m. Register now by calling 401-780-6000.

July 9: RISPCA Summer Learning Series: Rhode Island SPCA continues their Summer Learning Series on Wednesday at 6 p.m. Please join us for a free workshop with cat behavior specialist, Cathy Simonini (of Cathy's Cat Corner), to learn how to strengthen your bond with your purry feline friend. Registration is required. For information: www.rispca.org.

July 9: Introduction to Transvan “Why Leave the Driving to Us?”: A presentation will be held at the Senior Center on Wednesday at 10 a.m., where participants will learn all the services available to you through Transvan, Cranston’s transportation system for Cranston’s residents 60 years of age or older and/or disabled.

July 10: White Cross Pharmacy “Resource Table”: The Senior Center will have Community Liaison, Debra Demar, available on Thursday at 10 a.m., to answer any questions you may have regarding the services available to you through the White Cross Pharmacy.

July 10: 2^nd to None (Traditional Concert): The Cranston Public Library and Cranston Parks and Recreation will be kicking off their free summer concert series on Thursday at 6:30 p.m., at Itri Park in Knightsville. Attendees are encouraged to bring chairs and snacks. All concerts will begin at 6:30 PM and conclude at 8:00 PM. For more details and in case of inclement weather, contact the Cranston Parks and Recreation Department at (401) 780-6169

July 15: Take Me Fishing: The Providence Urban Wildlife Conservation Partnership will host a free fishing event on Tuesday, July 15, at Rocky Point State Park, 1 Rocky Point Ave., Warwick, from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. All equipment will be provided. This event is FREE and open to the public. All levels are welcome to participate. Pre-registration is REQUIRED. Limited bus transportation is available. See registration form for more details: https://forms.office.com/g/fu3gXCDaZV

July 15: Fiddle N Fun, (Family Concert): The Cranston Public Library and Cranston Parks and Recreation holding their free summer concert series on Tuesday at 6:30 p.m., at The William Hall Library, 1825 Broad St. Attendees are encouraged to bring chairs and snacks. All concerts will begin at 6:30 PM and conclude at 8:00 PM. For more details and in case of inclement weather, contact the Cranston Parks and Recreation Department at (401) 780-6169

July 17: Al Carter and The Nashville Boys (Traditional Concert): The Cranston Public Library and Cranston Parks and Recreation will be kicking off their free summer concert series on Thursday at 6:30 p.m., at The William Hall Library, 1825 Broad St. Attendees are encouraged to bring chairs and snacks. All concerts will begin at 6:30 PM and conclude at 8:00 PM. For more details and in case of inclement weather, contact the Cranston Parks and Recreation Department at (401) 780-6169

July 18: AAA Driver Safety Program: There will be a driver improvement class specifically designed for seniors at the Senior Center on Friday from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. No test is required to complete the program. Check with your insurance company, you may be entitled to a discount. Fee: AAA Members $20 and Non-members $25. Advanced registration and payment are required.  Space is limited. If interested call Sky Marcos at 401-780-6216.

July 19: Gaspee Celtic Jam Musicians: Enjoy Irish and Scottish music selections in the Sprague Carriage House at 4 p.m. on Saturday. Bring along an instrument and join the group in song. Visit gaspeecelticjam.org ahead of dates for their announcement on songs for the evening. Tickets each performance: $13; $5 age 12 & under. Seating is limited. ATTN: Music/Payable Cranston Historical Society. 1351 Cranston St., Cranston 02920. Parking behind Mansion. No pets.

July 23: The Museum of Work & Culture Trip: On Wednesday from 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., The Museum will present the compelling story of immigrants who came to find a better life in the mill towns along the Blackstone River. Departure from the Center is at 9:30 a.m. Lunch on your own at the NY Lunch Counter Diner.  Space is limited. Call 401-780-6216 to register. 

July 24, 25, & 26: Shakespeare Under the Stars: Three nights of Shakespeare: “A Mid-Summer Night’s Dream” returns to the Governor Sprague Mansion Museum. Performed outside by Rhode Island’s longest running RI Shakespeare company. Tickets are $20 each night at the door. Children 12 and under are free. Food trucks may be available on premise. No pets. Bring a chair or lawn blanket and bug spray. Parking behind Sprague Mansion, 1351 Cranston St. For more information, call or text 401-440-7055.

July 30: Shop, Cook, & Eat to Prevent/Manage Diabetes (Diabetes Chat): Join the Cranston Senior Center to discuss challenges of diabetes, how prevent and/or manage. Presentations are from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Sign up now call 401-780-6000.

Aug. 9: Cranston High School East, Class of 1970 – 55-year reunion at the Cranston Country Club, 69 Burlingame Rd. Cocktails at 6 p.m., followed by a buffet dinner. Reunion committee is seeking help locating classmates. Send information to Barbara Russo at twinn52@yahoo.com or Jeanne Sinapi at jeanpass@cox.net.

Aug. 23: Gaspee Celtic Jam Musicians: Enjoy Irish and Scottish music selections in the Sprague Carriage House at 4 p.m. on Saturday. Bring a long an instrument and join the group in song. Visit gaspeecelticjam.org ahead of dates for their announcement on songs for the evening. Tickets each performance: $13; $5 age 12 & under. Seating is limited. ATTN: Music/Payable Cranston Historical Society. 1351 Cranston St., Cranston 02920. Parking behind Mansion. No pets.

Aug. 24: Johnston High School Reunion Classes 1965 and 1966: Johnston High School will hold its class reunion for the classes of 1965 and 1966 on Sunday Aug. 24, at The Dance Floor, 332 Atwood Ave., Cranston from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. Food, beer, wine and entertainment is included. No cash bar. Tickets are $55.00 per person. Dress is smart-casual. Checks made payable to Dorothy (Rapone) Whelan, 6 Celebration Way, Johnston, RI 02919.  Please include your maiden name and graduation year on your check. For information/questions contact: Dottie (Rapone) Whelan: 401-714-7625 or dottiewhelan@gmail.com or Nadine (Gravel) Skovron: 401-837-0496 or ngskovron@yahoo.com.

Oct. 4: Toll Gate High School Class of 1975 – 50^th Class Reunion: Toll Gate High School will hold its class reunion for Class of 1975 on Saturday Oct. 4, at the Quonset 'O' Club, 200 Lt. James Brown Road, North Kingstown, from 6 p.m. to 11 p.m. Tickets are $70 per person and $130 for a couple.  We are still searching for classmates.  Inquiries can be directed to Cindy Taylor Branca, at TGHS1975REUNION@GMAIL.COM.  Classmates can also join the Facebook page at TOLL GATE CLASS OF 1975 - 50TH CLASS REUNION.

Convenient Ways to Declutter & Give Back: Drop off at the Big Brothers Big Sisters of Rhode Island (BBBSRI) Cranston Donation Center, 993 Oaklawn Ave. Open Monday – Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Bins available 24/7.  BBBSRI accepts unwanted clothing, linens, and small housewares—even if they’re ripped, stained, or mismatched as they’ll be recycled.  No time to drop off? Schedule a FREE home pick-up at DonateRI.org or call 401-921-2434 #2.

Questions? Email donations@bigsri.org

Lunch at the Cranston Senior Center: Mondays through Fridays – 11:30 a.m.

Suggested Donation: $3. Don’t miss lunch time fun and a delicious full course meal. Good friends and good food. Check out our daily menus in our newsletter or by going to cranstonseniorcenter.com. Make reservations by calling 401-780-6134.

Applications open for Cranston Hall of Fame: If you would like to honor a Cranston Alum, fill out an application online at cpsed.net. Contact csoccio@cox.net for more information.

Meals on Wheels of Rhode Island Call for Volunteers: to apply you can visit rimeals.org/volunteer.

Cranston Tree Program is now accepting applications for its fall planting. Seven- to eight-foot-tall trees, planted by a nursery, are available to homeowners for free. ​To improve local air quality, property owners living near highways are urged to apply. Applications can be downloaded at westbaylandtrust.org/cranstontree, by emailing cranstontree@gmail.com or calling 941-1264.

Every Monday through Friday: Virtual Dementia Caregiver Support Groups are specifically designed for people caring for loved ones with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia. Monday, 3:30- 5 p.m.; Tuesday, 3-4:30 p.m.; Wednesday, 5-6:30 p.m.; Thursday and Friday, 10-11:30 a.m. Information and registration, call 401-415-4664; or email: info@HopeDementia.org. Follow us on Facebook @HopeHealth.

Every Monday: The Gaspee Celtic Jam meets at the Pawtuxet Village Baptist Church, 2157 Broad St., Mondays from 7-9 p.m. All skill levels welcome. Visit www.gaspeecelticjam.org for more info (including the current tune list/tune book) or to send us any questions. No specific Celtic music experience is required.

Every Monday, Thursday and Friday: Cranston Senior Center provides chair exercise classes from 9:45-10:15 a.m. This free exercise class can strengthen everything from the core muscles and the glutes to the lower and upper back, legs and arms.

Every Monday and Wednesday: Cranston Senior Center will hold an aerobics exercise class from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. Fee: $3.00

Every Tuesday and Thursday: Cranston Senior Center provides medication reviews from 9 a.m-noon. Mary McKenna, our CVS pharmacist, is available to review and discuss your medications with you. Stop by or call for an appointment 401-780-6210.

Every First and Third Monday: Rhode Island Active Toastmasters meets, serving both Rhode Island and Southern Massachusetts. Rhode Island Active Toastmasters holds its meetings at New England Institute of Technology in East Greenwich, in Room N214 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. For more information, please contact us Rhode Island Active Toastmasters.  All are welcome!

Every Tuesday: Chair Yoga at the Cranston Senior Center from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. Fee is $3.00.

Every Tuesday, ASL Interpreted RI AA Meeting will be held at Phillips Memorial Baptist Church, 565 Pontiac Ave., from 7-8 p.m.

Every Tuesday: Cranston Senior Center offers computer assistance at 9:45 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

Every Tuesday – Cranston Senior Center will be offering a balance, strength and flexibility class at 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. You will learn how to move the body in a healthy way to reduce pain and improve body awareness. Fee: $3.

Every Tuesday – Cranston Senior Center will be offering a build better balance class from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Fee: $3.00 Classes are with or without the use of a chair.

Every Second and Fourth Tuesday, the Fall River Toastmasters Meet, serving both Rhode Island and Southern Massachusetts, the Fall River Toastmasters holds its meetings. Doors open at 6 p.m. and meeting is from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Join us at The Chamber, 200 Pocasset St., Fall River, Massachusetts, second floor. For more information, call Sean DaCosta at (508) 840-6621. All are welcome!

Every Wednesday: Cranston Senior Center offers Tai Chi classes from 10-11 a.m. with a $3 fee.

First Wednesday of every month: The Caregiver’s Support Group meets at 2 p.m. at the Cranston Senior Center. It will encourage caregivers to care for themselves and provide productive strategies. For more information call Jennifer at 401-780-6254.

Every Thursday, Get-a-Job-Thursdays: We Make RI, an organization that provides free manufacturing training, hosts a series of job fairs every Thursday from 11 a.m.- noon, 200 First Ave., For more information about this event or other training opportunities, visit www.wemakeri.com/get-a-job-thursday or contact Mike at (401) 232-0077 x109.

Every Thursday, BINGO: The Cranston Senior Center hosts bingo every Thursday from 1-2:30 p.m. Snacks provided, and cash prizes will be available.

New class at the Cranston Senior Center: Build Better Balance (B3) is a new exercise and balance class that will focus on fall prevention. No need to sign up. Fee: $3.00 Bring a friend!

Exercise Classes at the Cranston Senior Center: You choose what works for you. Some include but are not limited to: Aerobics, Balance, Strength & Flexibility Class, Tai Chi, Zumba, Ballroom Dancing and Line Dancing Lessons. For more information call 780-6000.

PSA Free Gun Locks at Cranston and Warwick Public Libraries: Secure storage of weapons is now the law in Rhode Island. A free gun lock and securing weapons safely information is now available at two locations: Cranston Central Library Reference Desk, 140 Sockanosset Cross Rd. Cranston; Warwick Central Library Reference desk, 600 Sandy Lane, Warwick. Residents from all RI communities are welcome. This event is not endorsed by or affiliated with the Cranston Public Library.

The Oaklawn Grange Used Clothing Donation Shed needs used clothing items, 24 Searle Ave., Cranston. Accepted items include only: used clothing, shoes, belts, purses, linens, pillowcases, blankets, curtains and stuffed animals. All items must be in useable condition. Your donations will be distributed as whole garments locally and worldwide. Contact oaklawngrangeinfo@gmail.com for more information.

NAMI-RI Family-to-Family Course:  Registration is open for the next in-person course which begins Wednesday, July 9 at 6 p.m. Classes will be held at St. Paul's Parish House on Main St. in Wickford Village. To register for the next Family-to-Family course, or for more information, please call 401-331-3060 or email Beth at beth@namirhodeisland.org. The NAMI Family-to-Family is a free 8-session educational program for family, significant others, and friends of people living with mental illness.

NAMI-RI Offers Family Support Groups: The RI chapter of the National Alliance on Mental Illness offers free support groups for families and friends of loved ones struggling with mental health. Groups are led by trained facilitators with experience with family members. Meetings last 90 minutes and everyone gets a chance to share. Group members offer help and resources, when appropriate, based on their experiences. More information and full schedule can be found at namirhodeisland.org or call 401-331-3060. No pre-registration for these monthly groups is necessary.

Cranston Senior Center is looking for your recipes: For the next few months, they will be collecting recipes from anyone who would like to share and see their favorite recipes in a future Cranston Senior Center Cookbook. Please drop off or mail your recipe to Sky Marcus at the Cranston Senior Center, 1070 Cranston St.

Christmas in July Sale: Tabernacle Baptist Church, Hope (Scituate), is looking for donations of Christmas items for its Christmas in July sale. Call Barbara: 401-827-8054

Editor’s Note: To submit your news to The Chatter, send information and photos to Rosegalie at rosegaliec@beaconmediari.com by Friday at 3 p.m. to appear in the following week’s edition. Items can include community and school event announcements and calls for volunteers. Submissions may be edited for space and are not guaranteed to run. To guarantee space, please call 401-732-3100 and ask to place an advertisement.