Open mic & yoga
First Universalist Church at 134 Harrisville Main St. is offering yoga in the church on Monday, June 17 from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m., a gentle flow class appropriate for beginners or those who have more experience. Pre-registration is required by sending a message on social media or emailing [email protected] and space is limited. Participants will need to bring their own mat for the free class and arrive 10-15 minutes early. Donations for the church are welcome.
On Tuesday, June 18, open mic night continues at the church from 7 – 9 p.m. The event serves as an opportunity to spotlight local talent and connect the church within the local community. Musicians and poets are invited share songs and/or poems in front of an audience. All are welcome to share their talents or just enjoy the evening’s entertainment.
Those who wish to perform are asked to arrive 30 minutes prior to the start of the event to sign up. Open mic participants will have ten minutes or two songs, five minutes or two poems. If the the list is completed early, participants will be invited to a lightning round and go around again. The event is free and donations are welcome to support the preservation efforts of this historic church.
The open mic will continue as a monthly event on the third Tuesday of each month. For more information contact Jan Luby at [email protected].
Juneteenth
Town buildings will be closed in observation of Juneteenth on Wednesday, June 19 and there be be no trash or recycling pickup, with collection delayed by one day for the remainder of the week. The town has published a brief history of the new federal and state holiday here.
Any questions regarding refuse and recycling pickup can be directed to the Department of Public Works at (401) 568-4440 ext. 12.
Paint & picnic
The Burrillville Rocks group will gather for a picnic and free rock painting event to celebrate the start of school summer break at Heroes Park at 1477 Victory Highway on Wednesday, June 19 from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Guests of all ages are invited to bring their own lunch, with all rock painting supplies to be provided.
Support group
The Burrillville Addiction Assistance Program’s new support group for the adult family members of those suffering from addiction will hold a meeting on Thursday, June 20 at Jesse Smith Memorial Library at 100 Tinkham Lane. Learn more or about the program here or see the ad below for future dates, times and information.
Road closure
The summer-long closure of Route 102 announced by the Rhode Island Department of Transportation last week goes into effect the night of Friday, June 21. The highway will be closed between Central Street and East Avenue to complete work on two bridges.
Read more here.
Town meetings
The Burrillville 250 Commission will hold a meeting on Monday, June 17 starting at 7 p.m. at the Wallace Lees Safety Public Complex at 1477 Victory Highway. The agenda is here.
The Burrillville Conservation Commission will hold a meeting on Tuesday, June 18 starting at 6:30 p.m. at 105 Harrisville Main St. The agenda is here.
The Burrillville Housing Authority will hold a meeting on Wednesday, June 19 starting at 6:30 p.m. in the community room at 77 Ashton Court. The agenda is here.
A note on town meetings: Meeting agendas published after our weekly “things to know,” articles may not be listed above. Check the Secretary of State’s website for the latest updates.
