NOTICE: For your convenience, you can e-mail your bulletin board notices to sharonr@rhodybeat.com as well as mail to 1944 Warwick Ave., Warwick, RI 02889, or fax to 732-3110.

Unexpected Company

Unexpected Company: Live Improv Comedy every Thursday at 8 p.m.(except holidays) at the Warwick Museum of Art, 3259 Post Rd. Admission is $5. With a suggestion from the audience, UC performs an hour-long show with no scripts or rehearsals, everything is made up off the top of their heads. Every show is completely different and totally funny. For more info visit www.unexpected-company.com. For the month of December bring in a canned good and get in for free. All donations go to the RI Food Bank. Current performers are Mike Varejao, Jim Foley, Kim Kalunian, Ahmed Bharoocha, Tim Vargulish, Jimmy Sorel and Jeff Church.

Tri-City Elks

The Tri-City Elks Lodge#14, 1915 West Shore Rd., will have a fish fry from 5-7 p.m. on Nov. 27. Baked or fried fish. $8 per person.

Friday Night Dance

The American Legion Post 15, Auxiliary, East Greenwich will have a Friday Night Dance on Nov. 27 from 7-11 p.m. Country music by the Ollie Stedman Whiskey Shooters Band. Donation is $5 per person. The kitchen will be open. Any extra donations will go into the veterans Christmas Fund.

Tri-City Elks Veterans Dinner

The Tri-City Elks Lodge #14, 1915 West Shore Rd., will honor Veterans of the Year from each war starting with World War II up to Iran and Afghanistan on Nov. 28. Appetizers at 6 p.m. and dinner at 7 p.m. The menu will feature salad, baked ham, potato, veggie, desert and coffee. Plus music and dancing with Remember When. Tickets are $10 and are available at the bar or from chairman "Fireman" Bill Reynolds. Proceeds will benefit the lodge veteran's program fund.

Harvest Breakfast

St. Paul Lutheran Church, 389 Greenwich Ave., will serve a Harvest Breakfast on Nov. 28 from 7-11 a.m. The menu will include eggs, pancakes, bacon, sausage, homefries, juice and coffee. Tickets are $6 for adults, children under 10 $3. For more information, call 737-6758.

Holiday Wreaths

Boy Scout Troop 4 Gaspee Plateau is selling holiday wreaths outside St. Peter's Church on Fair St. after Masses on the weekend of Nov. 28-29. They will also be selling in the center of Pawtuxet Village on Thanksgiving weekend and first two weekends in December. Proceeds will be used to replenish worn camping equipment and to help fund a long distance trip in the coming year.

RI Civic Chorale

The Rhode Island Civic Chorale & Orchestra announces the first concert of its 53rd concert season. On Nov. 28 at 8 p.m. the Chorale will present An Evening of Bach, featuring Cantata No. 191 (Gloria in Excelsis Deo), Suite No. 3 in D Major and Magnigicat. The concert will take place at the Cathedral of Saints Peter and Paul on 30 Fenner St., Providence. Tickets are as follows: pre-concert for adults $22 at the door $25, pre-concert for seniors $20, at the door also $20, and students $7 pre-concert and at the door. Call 521-5670 or order through ArtTix at 621-6123 or through www.ArtTixRi.com.

Advent Adult Ed. Series

St. Francis of Assisi Parish, 596 Jefferson Blvd., will present an Advent Adult Education series on the non-Christian religions. The Advent program will present an outline of the great non-Christian religions, namely Judaism, Islam, Buddhism, Hinduism, Confucianism and Atheism. Parishioners and the public are invited on the Wednesdays of Advent at 7 p.m. for an hour discussion.

Gaspee Seniors

The Gaspee Seniors will meet on Dec. 1 at Chelos for their Christmas Party. Contact Mary Nolan at 941-5507.

Toastmasters

The Ocean State Toastmasters will meet Dec. 1 from 7-9 p.m. at Warwick City Hall. For more information call Ed Skurka at 828-1625 or e-mail edskurka@verizon.net.

Tree Lighting in Apponaug

The Apponaug Area Improvement Association invites everyone to the annual tree lighting ceremony Dec. 2 at 6:30 p.m. in Dorothy Mayor Park. Entertainment by the Pilgrim High School Jazz Chorus and refreshments by the Toll Gate Culinary Program will be held immediately afterwards in the Warwick Museum. Many Apponaug merchants will be open during this event for special evening hours.

Circle of Love and Light

The holidays are often a difficult time for those who have lost family and friends. The annual Circle of Love & Light ceremony held by VNA of Care New England provides a meaningful way to honor loved ones who are no longer with us. The ceremony will be held on Dec. 3 at 6 p.m. at the Warwick City Hall, 3275 Post Rd. The annual Hospice Tree Lighting will take place following the Circle of Love & Light ceremony.

Precious Elegance Jewelry Auction

The 12th Annual Precious Elegance Jewelry Auction will be held Dec. 4, viewing at 6:30 p.m., auction at 7 p.m. Bids range from $20 on up. The event will be held at the Buttonwoods Community Center, 3027 West Shore Rd. Donation is $5 at the door. All proceeds benefit the RI Family Shelter.

Silent/Live Auction

On Dec. 5 at 6:30 p.m., Temple Am David of Warwick will host a silent/live auction featuring guest auctioneer NBC10 News Anchor Gene Valicenti. An array of items such as vacation trips, celebrity items, gift baskets, theatre tickets, sports memorabilia, framed art, sports tickets, gift certificates for restaurants and much more. Tickets, which include wine and cheese, purchased by Nov. 27 are $15. Tickets purchased after Nov. 27 or at the door are $20. Please RSVP to the Temple office at 463-7944.

Santa Claws Pet Photos

Friends of the Warwick Animal Shelter in coordination with PetSmart on Bald Hill Rd. will be taking Pet Photos with Santa Claws on Dec. 6 from 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Photo packages are $9.95 with a PetPerks card. Pet parents receive one 4x6 digital photo of their pet(s) with Santa and an exclusive holiday frame. PetSmart will donate $5 from each package to Friends of the Warwick Animal Shelter to help homeless animals in the shelter. All animals must be leased, harnessed or in an appropriate carrier. For further details call Brenda Nordin at 467-2692.

Mentor a Child

Do you have an hour a week to spare? That's all it takes to make a difference in the life of a child. Today's children need positive, caring adult role models to help them develop confidence, self-esteem and a desire to stay in school. For more information on the Warwick Mentor Program, please contact Pamela Leonhardt at 732-7700 x117 or visit the Rhode Island Mentoring Partnership Web site at www.mentorRI.org.

Old Warwick Grange #41

The Grange is a fraternal community service, non-profit organization with a special interest in rural life and the traditions of faith, patriotism, leadership and family values. Grange-where the whole family can go and grow. Help them to help others. The meetings are held on the third Wednesday of the month at 7 p.m. No meetings in July or August. The Grange hall is located at 1175 West Shore Rd.

Developmental Screening Clinics

The Child Outreach Department of the Warwick Public Schools, in cooperation with the Volunteers of Warwick schools (VOWS), conducts regular preschool screening clinics. All Warwick preschool children between the ages of 3 and 5 are offered the Early Screening Inventory-Revised (ESI-R). This is a free service provided by the Warwick Public Schools. Participation in a Developmental Screening is a long established program of the Warwick School Department that provides families with information about their child's development and offers information about community resources. For more information, or to arrange a clinic appointment for your preschool aged child, call the VOWS office at 734-3230.

Thrift Shop

The Shawomet Baptist Church, 1642 West Shore Rd. is open on Saturdays from 9:30a.m.-12p.m. 739-7184. Large selection of like new clothing for children and adults. Some household linens are also available. Proceeds go to further the mission of the church in the community and around the world.

Free Sunday Lunch

St. Paul Lutheran Church, 389 Greenwich Ave., is offering a free lunch for anyone in need of a meal or companionship. All are welcome every Sunday from 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. For more information call 737-6758.

Photographic Society of RI

The Photographic Society of Rhode Island welcomes camera enthusiasts of all abilities. Meetings are held on the second, third and fourth Tuesday of each month, September through May at Lakewood Baptist Church, 255 Atlantic Ave. For more information visit www.psri.us.

Rhode Island Pet Bird Club

The R.I. Pet Bird Club welcomes anyone who owns birds or has an interest in exotic birds. Meet other people who have birds, listen to guest lecturers and more. The meetings are held on the first Monday of each month. For more information call Michele at 739-7290 or visit www.orgsites.com/ri/ripbc.

Bird House Rescue & Thrift Shop

Lazicki's Bird House Rescue & Thrift Shop, 1935 Warwick Ave. (behind the Giant Stride Dive shop) is a non-profit corporation serving the community as well as doing exotic bird rescue. They are in need of clean, gently used merchandise. All donations are 100% tax deductible. Gift certificates are now available. The hours are Monday through Saturday from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Call for more information, 732-5806.

Bingo

There will be bingo every Friday at 6:45 p.m. at Meadowbrook Terrace on Warwick Ave. in the Community Hall.

Mystery Bingo

There will be a new Mystery Bingo every Wednesday at the Oakland Beach Volunteer Fire Co., 645 Oakland Beach Ave. Same programs, prizes vary, Doors open at 5:30p.m., games start at 6:45p.m. All are welcome.

Thrift Shop

The Thrift Shop at Shawomet Baptist Church, 1642 West Shore Rd., is open on Saturdays from 9:30 a.m.-12 p.m. Call 739-7184. Large selection of like-new clothing for children and adults. Some household items are also available. Proceeds go to further the mission for the church in the community and around the world.

Gambling Counseling Offered

Kent House Inc. now offers individual, group and family counseling for problem gambling. If you or a loved one is experiencing difficulties as a result of gambling, call for discreet and confidential assistance, 781-2700. Deaf services are also available; call their TDD number, 467-5733.

Domestic Violence Volunteers

The Elizabeth Buffum Chace Center (EBCC) is currently seeking volunteers for their Speakers Bureau. All volunteers will be trained to provide outreach, as a representative of EBCC, to communities in their service area through attendance at health and community fairs and by fulfilling requests for informational speaking engagements. Volunteers will receive thorough and specialized training under the supervision of the agency services coordinator before beginning this work. For more information, or to get involved, contact Deb Ferrante at 738-9700.

Donate Shop Thrift Store

The Donate Shop is in desperate need of sheets, blankets, puffs, towels and all other linen and house wares such as dishes, pots and pans, etc. They service over 40 agencies with free items. The need has become greater and they can't get by without your help. They give tax receipts for donations. The Donate Shop Thrift Store is open to the public on Wednesday-Saturday from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. and Sunday from 12-4 p.m. For more information call 738-6663.

Fife and Drum Corps

The Kentish Guards Fife and Drum Corps rehearses on Wednesday evenings from 7-9 p.m. at the Kentish Guards Armory on Pierce St. in East Greenwich. Free lessons on playing the fife are provided to men and young men interested in joining the corps.

Fife & Drum Corps

Join the Pawtuxet Rangers Fife & Drum Corps of Warwick and continue the great tradition of Colonial/Revolutionary history through music. The Fife & Drum Corps meets every Wednesday night at Wyman Elementary School from 6:30-8 p.m. The corps is open to anyone over the age of 12. Drum and fife instruction is available to beginners.

Bereavement Support Group

The You Are Not Alone bereavement support group provides an opportunity to share memories of your loved one and receive support from others who have experienced a similar loss. The group is open to anyone that has been touched by the loss of a loved one. The group will meet on Mondays for six weeks starting April 6 through May 11 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at the Coventry Senior Center. The group is facilitated by Leslie Simonson, Chaplin for the VNA of Care New England Hospice Program. RSVP to 737-6050 x1303.