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Gear Share

The Johnston Parks and Recreation office is holding a Gear Share to provide an equipment swap for sports for the youth in the town. They are aware that several children play multiple sports and having to buy new equipment each season can become costly, especially if children are simply trying out a sport for the first time.  

There will be two drop-boxes located at the Soccer Complex open Monday to Thursday from 5 to 8 p.m. and on Saturday’s from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., and also at the Recreation Office Monday to Friday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.  

For the swap they are looking for items that are in fair to good condition such as cleats, bats and baseball gloves. The drop-off at the Soccer Complex will end Oct. 26, but feel free to bring items to the Recreation Office after this date.

For more information on Johnston Parks and Recreation Department and ongoing events and sports, you may reach them online at www.johnstonrec.com, and on Facebook and Twitter (@johnstonrec).

Last RI execution

 

The Johnston Historical Society will host a general meeting on Oct. 30, which will feature author Paul F. Caranci, who will speak about and sign his new book, “The Hanging and Redemption of John Gordon: The True Story of Rhode Island's Last Execution.” Unless otherwise noted, all events take place at the Johnston Historical Society Museum Barn, 101 Putnam Pike, Johnston, and are free and open to the public.

Ninth Annual Fall Festival at Mohr

 

On Oct. 19 from 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. there will be a Fall Festival on the lawn of the Mohr Library for children. There will be potato sack and three-legged races, crafts, mummy wrap, pumpkin decorating, pie eating contest, and games with prizes. Participants are asked to bring a store-bought, peanut-free snack or a drink to share.

They are also in need of teen volunteers to help with children's games. Teens, if you would like to help, call 231-4980, extension 5 to register.

The hunt is on

 

Join Children’s Wishes at the 4th Annual Amazing Wish Race on Oct. 19 with the kickoff being held at the office, located at 2346 Post Rd., Suite 102 in Warwick. This is a scavenger hunt, which will be hosted by Louie Stravato of TV’s “The Amazing Race” Season 16. Teams of up to four can be created and participants can register through our website at www.cwishesri.com or through our office. For a registration fee of a $25 donation per person, each participant will receive a long-sleeved T-shirt, a day of fun and a ticket to the wrap-up awards party. 

Teams will receive their first clue and then continue on their scavenger hunt throughout the state. Teams will be completing challenges that will be taking place at certain locations in Rhode Island. These locations and challenges will remain undisclosed until the day of the event.

At 7 p.m. the event will conclude with an awards party at Grid Iron Alehouse & Grille, 1599 Post Road, Warwick. Winning teams will be awarded their prizes and enjoy a free dinner buffet. Wish race participants will receive a free ticket to the after-party event and non-wish race participants can purchase tickets to the after-party event in advance or at the door for a $10 donation.

Contact Children’s Wishes for more information at 921-1300.

Mormon genealogy

 

The Mohr Library is pleased to welcome two patrons of Mohr Library, one visiting from Idaho, to present information on genealogical research from the perspective of the LDS, Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, on Oct. 9 from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. Jeremy Bates will speak about why the Mormons have compiled ancestry lists, and Bob Bernard will teach us about resources we may not be familiar with. Don’t miss this one-time chance, an outstanding opportunity to learn more.

Meeting time for the Genealogical Group is always the second Wednesday of the month, 4:30 p.m. Contact the Reference Department for more information by calling 231-4980, ext.213.

Did You Know?

 

Halloween will be here before you know it and did you know why black and orange are typically associated with Halloween? Orange is a symbol of strength and endurance and, along with brown and gold, stands for the harvest and autumn. Black is typically a symbol of death and darkness and acts as a reminder that Halloween once was a festival that marked the boundaries between life and death. 

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