How is it already the last weekend in June?!

Discover what is happening this weekend in Burrillville, Foster, Glocester, Scituate, Smithfield and beyond!

It’s Thursday, June 26th—the first heatwave is over - cue the “you call this summer?’ complaints.

In today’s Community Current:

  • 🥎 Softball and Corn Hole Tournament sign-ups to support a family in our community dealing with childhood Leukemia.

  • 🎆 4th of July celebrations kick off in Glocester tomorrow!

  • PVD Food trucks have entered the chat.

Let’s get to it!

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Fundraiser to help a Family in our Community

From Organizer: Hi Friends! I would love your help! My dear friends have a six-year-old son named Luca who has been diagnosed with Leukemia. I am running a combination fundraiser on Saturday, July 26th at Pacheco Park in North Smithfield, RI.

You can sign up for: (register by July 23rd)

  1. Amateur Cornhole Tournament with a friend

  2. Women’s softball tournament

Let’s have some fun and make a tangible difference in Luca’s quality of life at the same time! Contact [email protected] to sign up. Hope to see you there!

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WHAT’S HAPPENIN’

This Weekend

Assembly Theater presents The Hunchback of Notre Dame

Head over for games, food, bingo, carnival rides, a grand prize raffle, and more. Friday and Saturday feature a Monte Carlo tent and live music from 6–10pm with Project 19 on Friday and Train Wreck on Saturday. (Pro tip: it’s cash only, but an ATM will be available.)

26 East Ave, Harrisville

Multiple Showings Friday 7:30p | Saturday 2:00p & 7:30p

20s/30s George Washington Camping Weekend

Join the Narragansett 20s/30s for a weekend camping trip at George Washington Campground in Glocester, RI. Nestled in the heart of the George Washington Management Area, this scenic campground offers direct access to Bowdish Reservoir. The surrounding area features miles of trails ideal for hiking and exploring Rhode Island’s quiet, wooded landscapes. Registration Required $7/per day, $13 for the weekend

Friday

🚶 Foster Walk & Talk

Join us for a monthly walking club to socialize with your community and get stretch your muscles at the same time!

  • Date & Time: 2nd and 4th Friday of the month | 8am

  • Place: Phillips Field | 156 Foster Center Rd, Foster

🎇 Glocester Fireworks

Music and fireworks at Glocester Memorial Park. Let’s kick off America’s 249th birthday celebration in style! Stale Harvest performing 6 to 9, followed by Fireworks.

  • Date & Time: Friday, June 27th @ 6p

  • Place: 52 Adelaide Rd, Chepachet (parking available on Main Street)

📽️ Outdoor Movie at Spring Lake

Sonic the Hedgehog 3 begins at dusk. Free with paid admission to the lake.

  • Date & Time: Friday, June 27th at dusk

  • Place: Spring Lake, 50 Old Hillside Dr, Glendale

Saturday

Scituate Farmer’s Market

  • Date & Time: Saturday, June 28th (every Saturday through Sept 27th) | 9-12

  • Place: 46 Institue Ln, Scituate

Burrillville Farmer’s Market

  • Date: Saturday, June 28th | 9:30

  • Place: 75 Tinkham Ln, Harrisville

🧶 Click and Cluck Knitting Circle

Feel free to bring in any  project (knit, crochet, or other needlework) you might have going. The group also enjoys doing Yarn Swaps, Needle/Hook Swaps and Book/Pattern Swaps. We look forward to meeting and clicking and clucking with all of you!

  • Date & Time: Saturdays | 10-noon

  • Place: The Hen House | 1189 Putnam Pike, Chepachet

Sunday

Foster Farmer’s Market

  • Date & Time: Sunday June 29 | 9a-12p

  • Place: Shady Acres | 164 Danielson Pike, Foster

🀄️ Casual Board gaming

Join us for games. Food available to purchase at venue. All are welcome.

  • Date & Time: Sunday June 29 | 1p

  • Place: Downstairs Restaurant, 55 Douglas Ave, Smithfield

🥘 PVD Food Trucks at Assembly Theater

  • Date & Time: Sunday June 29, | 4:30p (also on 7/27, 8/24, 10/12)

  • Place: Assembly Theater | 23 East Ave, Harrisville

🐎 Carriage Ride through Historical Downtown

Join us for a magical evening! Take a step back in time and experience the charm of historic downtown Chepachet with our Carriage Ride event. Hop on a horse-drawn carriage and enjoy a leisurely tour through the picturesque streets of Chepachet. $50 book here

  • Date & Time: Sunday June 29th | 6:45p (repeats weekly)

  • Place: 138 Tourtellot Hill Rd, Chepachet

Looking for karaoke, trivia, bingo, and more?

Upcoming Events You Can’t Miss

Thinking ahead? We've got you covered with a snapshot of upcoming events.

Next Week

  • July 1st: Smithfield fireworks @ Deerfield Park

  • July 2nd: Sourdough workshop @ Hill's Tavern | pre-register

  • July 3rd: Hope Jackson Firework celebration, Scituate

  • July4th: Glocester Road Race and Parade

  • July 5th: Fireworks at Rotary Park, Putnam

Coming Soon

  • July 10th: Sunset Sip & shop Main Street Chepachet | 4-8p

  • July 14-18th: Vacation Bible School at Chepachet Union Church (registration open)

  • July 17th: Not Your Grandma’s BINGO (Hill’s Tavern)

  • July 18th: BGYSA Retro Prom

Want more details about these events? Shoot us an email at [email protected], and we will be happy to answer any questions!

If you'd like additional details on any of the upcoming events, feel free to send us an email—we're happy to help!

⛅️ WEATHER

Friday

71 🌡️ 60 | ☁️ | 17% | 🌬️ ESE 10-15 MPH

Saturday

75 🌡️ 60 | ⛈️ | 63% | 🌬️ S 5-10 MPH

Sunday

79 🌡️ 63 | 🌥️ | 24% | 🌬️ NNW 5-10 MPH

*Disclaimer: This forecast was pulled from the weather app the night before and is subject to New England’s ever-changing moods—accuracy not guaranteed!

🎶 LIVE MUSIC

Friday

  • Cady’s Tavern | 8p

Saturday

  • Cady’s Tavern | The Earthmen | 8p

  • Last Resort | The Senders | 830p

Sunday

  • Mulberry Vinyard | FrankenPhil | 1-4p

  • North Scituate Concert Series | RI Wind Ensemble 2-330p

  • Cady’s Tavern | Roadhouse Blues | 3p

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