Sept. 22-26: The American Tapestry is on display at Western Hills Middle School, 400 Phenix Ave., to celebrate the 250^th birthday of the United States of America.

Sept. 26: Rhode Island Foundation Grants: The Rhode Island Foundation is offering local libraries, neighborhood groups and nonprofit organizations grants of up to $10,000 to fund proposals that bring people together. Sept. 26 is the deadline to apply.

Sept. 25: Flag Retirement Ceremony & Recruitment Night: On Thursday at 6 p.m., Pack 4 and Troop 4 Gaspee Plateau will hold a flag retirement and recruitment night at St. Peter's School on Mayfair Street in Warwick. Pack 4 is Cub Scouts, and their recruitment will end by 7:30 p.m. Troop 4’s meeting will end by 8:15 p.m.

Sept. 25: The Captain’s Cup will be held Thursday, Sept. 25 at the Warwick Country Club in honor of Paul Ryder’s memory by continuing his golf tradition.

Sept. 26: St. Mary’s Church Centennial Festival BINGO will be on Friday at 5 p.m., at 1525 Cranston St. Early bird starts at 6 p.m., with regular bingo at 6:30 p.m. Must be 18+ years of age to play. Pre-paid admission is required. Contact Maria Manzi at 499-0796 or St. Mary's Church at 942-1492 for more information or to register. 

Sept. 28: Chamber Music Concert “Nature, Myth and Majesty”: The Chamber Orchestra of Barrington at St. John’s will be presenting its first full chamber orchestra concert on Sunday, Sept. 28 at 3 p.m., at St. John’s Episcopal Church in Barrington.

Sept. 29: Reservations for Pea Soup and Pancake Dinner: Star Lodge #56, RI District No.3 Vasa Order of America, invites you to enjoy this meal at Little Rhody Vasa Park, 10 Boswell Trail, Foster on Sunday, Oct. 5 from 2-5 p.m. Adults - $20, children 6-12 $10, and under 5 free. For reservations, contact Marsha Niemi at 401-301-6703 by Sept. 29, as seating is limited.

Sept. 30: Mr. Rhody Fundraiser: The General Federation of Women’s Clubs in Rhode Island is announcing its debut of Mr. Rhody. The fundraising event will take place on Tuesday, Sept. 30 from 6- 9 p.m. at Rhodes on the Pawtuxet. Tickets are $75 per person at mr-rhody.cheddarup.com. All proceeds from Mr. Rhody will help the Rhode Island Coalition Against Domestic Violence. Looking to become a sponsor or step into the spotlight as a contestant? Reach out by emailing Paula at paulam320@aol.com for more information.

Christian community chorus seeks members: Faith Chapel opens its doors this fall for singers to join a Christian community chorus under the direction of pastor and choral director John Black. Participation is free; all are welcome, regardless of church affiliation. For more information or to join the choir, please call (401) 944-2771 or email faithchapelri@gmail.com 

Oct. 2: Chip for Charity Golf Tournament: CCAP will hold its 10^th annual Chip for Charity Golf Tournament on Thursday, Oct. 2 at the Cranston Country Club. Lunch and check-in are from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. Golfer registration and sponsorship opportunities are now open at www.tinyurl.com/ccapgolf2025.

To donate an item to the silent auction or for questions, contact Elizabeth Spehalski at espehalski@comcap.org or 401-562-8353.

Oct. 2: Savor the Flavors of Rhode Island will be held on Thursday., Oct. 2, from 6-9 p.m. at Rhodes on the Pawtuxet, 60 Rhodes Place. It will include samples from over 40 local restaurants, bakeries, breweries and distributors, all while supporting the athletes of Special Olympics Rhode Island. Tickets are $100 per person. Purchase tickets at give.specialolympicsri.org/ge/25savor  For more information, visit the calendar section on Special Olympics Rhode Island’s website at specialolympicsri.org or contact Special Olympics Rhode Island at (401) 349-4900.

Oct. 4: Fall Craft Bazaar: Woodland Manor in Coventry will hold its Fall Craft Bazaar at 20 Woodland Dr., Coventry (behind Ocean State Credit Union) from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more information call Helen at 401-470-4587.

Oct. 4: Community Fundraiser: for the creation of a memorial monument in Stillhouse Cove, on Saturday, Oct. 4 at 6 p.m., Trinity Church, 139 Ocean Ave., Cranston. For reservations contact joycebernau@gmail.com 

Oct. 4: Animal Blessing: Blessing of the Animals in honor of St. Francis will be held on Saturday, Oct. 4 from 1-1:30 p.m., at Trinity Church, 139 Ocean Ave. All pets (appropriately leashed or caged) and their owners are welcome for this short service on the lawn. Rain or shine.

Oct. 4: Cranston High School East Class of 1965 reunion – 60^th Class Reunion: Cranston High School East will hold this reunion on Saturday, Oct. 4, at The Prata Club at 29 Walnut Grove Ave., from 6:30-11 p.m. Join us for dinner, dancing and old friends. Music and entertainment by Ron Giorgio.

Oct. 4: Toll Gate High School Class of 1975 – 50^th Class Reunion: Toll Gate High School will hold this reunion on Saturday, Oct. 4, at the Quonset 'O' Club, 200 Lt. James Brown Road, North Kingstown, from 6-11 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.

Oct. 4: Cranston High School East — Class of 1965 reunion – 60th Class Reunion: Cranston High School East will hold this reunion on Saturday, Oct. 4, from 6:30-11 p.m. at The Prata Club, 29 Walnut Grove Ave, Cranston.

Oct. 5: Jim Malcolm Concert: The Scottish-American Society of RI hosts Scottish folk musician Jim Malcolm at the Governor Sprague Mansion, 1351 Cranston St. Doors open at 2:30 p.m. and the concert begins at 3 p.m., ending at 4:50 p.m. Tickets are $18 for SASRI members and $25 for general public.  Buy tickets now at https://sasri.org/events/

Oct. 8: Open Meeting of the Edgewood Garden Club on “ReSeeding Rhode Island”: Free. All are welcome. On Wednesday, Oct. 8 at 6:30 p.m. with social time at 6 p.m. The program will be at the William Hall Library Auditorium, 1825 Broad St.

Oct. 10: Cranston High School East to mark 100 Years: Cranston High School East will kick off its Centennial Celebration on Friday, Oct. 10, with a centennial banner reveal at 4:30 pm in the gymnasium lobby.

Oct. 12: Cranston High School East — classes of 1959 and 1960 reunion – 65^th and 66^th Class Reunion: Cranston High School East will hold reunions for these classes on Sunday, Oct. 12 at Rhodes on the Pawtuxet from noon-4 p.m. Tickets are $65 pp, payable to Cranston East Class of 1960 and mailed to Jean Farmanian Ricci, 100 Coldbrook Dr., Cranston, RI 02920. For more information contact CHSE1960@verizon.net or call Delores DiMeo Carroll at 401-219-6261 or Sandra Rocchio Palazzo at 401-481-5311. Reservation deadline is Oct. 10.

Oct. 17: Cranston Hall of Fame Annual Banquet: will be held on Friday, Oct. 17 at the Alpine Country Club, with social hour starting at 5 p.m. Tickets are $65 per person for a paper ticket and if purchased on Eventbrite there is an additional fee.

Oct. 18: Yard Sale: On Saturday, Oct. 18, the Pilgrim Lutheran Church is having a yard sale at 1817 Warwick Ave., in Warwick from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Oct. 19: Annual Homecoming Mass & Luncheon: Saint Francis Xavier Alumnae Association will have its annual Homecoming Mass and Luncheon. Mass will be at 11 a.m., St. Timothy Church, 1799 Warwick Ave., in Warwick. Lunch at The Crown Plaza, 801 Greenwich Ave., Warwick. For more information, email SXA.Alum@gmail.com

Nov. 8: Craft Fair & Bazaar: The Church of the Transfiguration at 1665 Broad St., is looking for crafters and vendors for its Craft Fair & Bazaar on Saturday, Nov. 8. $30/table. Inquiries to: transfigevents@outlook.com

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