Blood drive
The Rhode Island Blood Center has declared a blood emergency noting the region currently has just a two-day supply, far below the seven day supply required to meet hospital and patient needs. All blood types are needed, but the need is particularly urgent for O-positive and O-negative.
The bloodmobile will be parked at Hill’s Tavern at 417 Putnam Pike on Tuesday, July 29 from 3 to 7 p.m. Donors can make an appointment here and walk-ins will also be welcome. Those who donate at the drive will be entered to win a $400 eGift card to Ticketmaster and will receive a “pint for a pint” with a beverage voucher.
Summer concert
The Glocester Recreation Department’s summer concert series continues this week, with Cartoon Heroes on Wednesday, July 30. The free shows take place every Wednesday starting at 6:30 p.m. at the Kent Field Pavilion. Visitors are invited to bring blankets and chairs to enjoy the outdoor events.
Taxes
The town of Glocester’s real estate tax bills are now being mailed out, and anyone who has not received one by August 1 is advised to call (401) 568-6206, ext. 4. The town is warning taxpayers that failure to receive a bill will not excuse non payment or any related interest and penalties.
The town’s first quarter tax payment is due on Friday, August 1 and interest/penalty will be applied on September 3 if unpaid at the rate of 8 percent per annum retroactive to the due date. Bills can be paid at Town Hall at 1145 Putnam Pike Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.; online by Visa, Mastercard or American Express at www.RIeGovernment.com; or by check via the payment drop box.
Live on the lawn
Mulberry Vineyards at 95 Pound Road will offer outdoor entertainment this week, with Mike Sullivan live on the lawn on Sunday, August 3 from 1 to 4 p.m. The vineyard also has yoga on the lawn every Sunday starting at 10 a.m. for a cost of $16 or $22 with wine.
More live entertainment
Nick Casey will play on the deck at Assados Kitchen and Bar at 102 Putnam Pike on Wednesday, July 30 starting at 6 p.m.
Cady’s Tavern at 2168 Putnam Pike will host The Goon Squad on Friday, August 1 from 8 to 11 p.m. and Brother’s All Band on Saturday, August 2 from 8 to 11.
On Saturday, Hill’s Tavern will host an all-ages family friendly Summer Music Festival from 2 to 7 p.m. with So Lucky: A Dave Matthews Tribute Band and Decked Out. Tickets cost $10 with free admission for kids 12 and under. Dirty Old Men will play at Hill’s Tavern on Sunday, August 3 from 2 to 5 p.m.
Town meetings
The Harmony Fire District will hold a meeting on Tuesday, July 29 starting at 5 p.m. at 194 Putnam Pike. The agenda is here.
The Glocester Recreation Commission will hold a meeting on Tuesday, July 29 starting at 6:30 p.m. at Town Hall at 1145 Putnam Pike. The agenda is here.
