Morning Book Club
North Smithfield Public Library’s Morning Book Club will meet on Wednesday, April 29 from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. to discuss The Berry Pickers by Amanda Peters. Don’t Open Your Eyes by Liv Constantine is the Mystery Book Club’s selection for discussion on Monday, May 11 from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. and on Wednesday, May 27, the Morning Book Club will review Don’t Let Him In by Lisa Jewell.
Older kids and young teens are invited to a similar program on May 21 from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. At Books & Brownies, kids will decorate and enjoy brownies while discussing current topics in youth literature. The group will choose an appropriate book to read for their next meeting. Allergen friendly brownies will be provided as well.
To borrow a copy of one of the adult titles or to register for any of these programs visit nspl.info or call (401) 767-2780.
Fiber workshop
All knitting and crocheting enthusiasts, or anyone interested in learning, is invited to a fiber workshop group, being hosted by North Smithfield Parks and Recreation.
The first workshop will be held Thursday evening, April 30 at 6:45 p.m. at Memorial Town Hall at 1 Main St. Bring your projects and be ready for fun conversations and learning new techniques.
Plans are to meet twice a month, on the second Tuesday at 10 a.m. and the last Thursday at 6:45 p.m.
No reservation is required, but if additional information is needed, call Ann Lilley at (401) 556-0853.
CERT training
The North Smithfield Emergency Management Agency will begin a Community Emergency Response Training course this week, open to residents age 16 and up. Classes will be held Tuesday nights from April 28 to June 23 from 6 to 9:30 p.m. at Town Hall at 83 Green St. To sign up or learn more, contact instructor Jay Levenson at (401) 230-9327 or [email protected].
Artisan fair
The Spring Artisan Fair returns to the Beef Barn Restaurant at 200 Industrial Drive on Saturday, May 2 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Spend the day browsing local vendors, supporting small businesses and enjoying the expansive grounds surrounding the restaurant.
The rain date for the event is Sunday, May 3.
Northmen 5K
The annual Northmen 5K will take place on Sunday, May 3, a family-friendly run/walk beginning at North Smithfield Middle School at 1850 Providence Pike at 9 a.m. All ages and skill levels are welcome, with proceeds to benefit the North Smithfield Athletic Association.
Sign up to participate here.
Town meetings
The Senior Citizen Advisory Committee will hold a meeting on Monday, April 27 starting at 9:30 a.m. at Scouter’s Hall at 13 Main St. The agenda is here.
The North Smithfield Personnel Board will hold a meeting on Monday, April 27 starting at 6:30 p.m. at the North Smithfield Police Station at 575 Smithfield Road. The agenda is here.
The North Smithfield Town Council will hold a meeting on Monday, April 27 starting at 6:45 p.m. at Town Hall at 83 Green St. The agenda is here.
The North Smithfield School Committee will hold a meeting on Tuesday, April 28 starting at 6:30 p.m. in the cafeteria of North Smithfield Middle School at 1850 Providence Pike. The agenda is here.
The Charter Review Committee will hold a meeting on Tuesday, April 28 starting at 7 p.m. at Town Hall at 83 Green St. The agenda is here.
The Groundwater Protection Committee will hold a meeting on Wednesday, April 29 starting at 7 p.m. in the Memorial Town Building at 1 Main St. The agenda is here.
The Board of Assessment Review will hold a meeting on Thursday, April 30 starting at 10 a.m. at Town Hall at 83 Green St. The agenda is here.
The North Smithfield School Committee will hold a joint meeting with the Budget Committee on Thursday, April 30 starting at 6 p.m. at Town Hall at 83 Green St. The agenda is here.
The Economic Development Commission will hold a meeting on Thursday, April 30 starting at 6 p.m. at Town Hall at 83 Green St. The agenda is here.
