Every mother needs support during childbirth. A doula provides both support and experience to help ease the stress of childbirth. Learn about the services DoRI (Doulas of Rhode Island) provides mother-to-be during a reception tonight from 6:30 to 8:30 at the Cross Mills Public Library in Charlestown, 4417 Old Post Road, Charlestown. Doulas are women experienced in childbirth who provide advice, information, emotional support and physical comfort to a mother before, during and just after childbirth. The onformational session is an opportunity for parents-to-be who are considering having a …

FEMA and the FCC will conduct the first national test of the Nationwide Emergency Alert System (EAS) today at 2 p.m. The system test is the first of its kind designed to broadcast a nationwide message to the American public. The three-minute test will run concurrently on all radio and TV band stations. FEMA officials noted it is only a test, even if the test message on TV does not indicate that it is just a test. For more information regarding the test, visit www.fema.gov/emergency/ipaws/eas_info.shtm.

The Davisville Middle School boys' soccer team team takes on Portsmouth in a semi-final match today at 3 p.m. at Ocean State Soccer, 650 Stony Lane. The winner of today's tilt books a trip to the Rhode Island championship game. There is no charge for the game, and all are invited to cheer on the local boys.

Check out some local acts at Rhody's Got Talent, featuring up to 12 University of Rhode Island students/student groups who will showcase talents such as singing, dancing, juggling and more. The show takes place in Edwards Auditorium on the URI campus, 2600 Kingstown Road, Kingston, tonight at 6:30. Tickets are $5 and can be purchased at the door. All proceeds will benefit the Matty Fund's Epilepsy Resource Center. Do you have a hidden talent you want to sowcase. You can audtion to be a part of future shows. Download the attached entry form for your chance to be a star.

Maintain your independence and remain nehind the wheel as long as it's safe. AARP is helping with just that. This afternoon at North Kingstown Senior and Human Services at Beechwood, 44 Beach St., the AARP is offering a newly redesigned four-hour driving safety course.  This program is open to individuals 50 and older. Class will begin at 1:30 p.m. and a break will be provided. You are welcome to bring a snack.  Participants taking the course may be eligible for a discount on their automobile insurance (check with your insurance carrier). There is a $12 fee for AARP members; $14 for non-…

Between trick-or-treats tonight, be sure to bring the family by The Village at South County Commons, 50 S. County Commons Way, for a family-friendly Halloween party form 5 to 7 p.m. The party will incude live music, pumpkin carving, apple bobbing, games, theatrical performances and, of course, candy. Bring a blanlet and bundle up for some outdor fun. And don't forget to wear your costume. Prizes will be awarded for the most creative get-ups.

The Halloween party just doesn't stop in downtown Wickford as Wicked Wickford Week continues today and through the weekend. The schedule for the weekend includes: Today through Sunday — "Stay The Day" Weekend in Wickford Village; A walking gallery of Wickford at Main & West Main Streets. Saturday — Stroll through Wickford and view images of Wickford's past in shop windows. Voila Gallery will also host a collection of new work "Images of Wickford."  Questions about "Images of Wickford" can be answered by contacting Natalie Thompson at Voila Gallery 401-667-5911. Sunday — Horribles Parade for …

All are invited to the West Bay Family YMCA's 6th Annual Halloween Party tonight from 5:30 to 8 p.m. The evening will include a spooky trail and a kid-friendly spooky trail, spooky dance, karaoke, trick or treating, dinner, Y On the Move activities, the bounce house and more. Wear your costume and get ready for an evening of spooky fun. Register for the party in person at 7540 Post Road. The party costs $5 for members.

When a baby's on the way, there are a million things to think about and plan for. The last thing on your mind may be how to prepare your pet for its new baby brother or sister. The Animal Rescue League of Southern Rhode Island and South County Hospital are offering an important class tonght from 7 to 9 to help expectant parents who are pet owners. The program will help prepare your home — and your pet — for the new arrival.  Every year, beloved pets are surrendered to animal shelters because of lack of preparation on the part of new parents before a new baby enters the household. The goal of …

VNS Home Health Care will offer a presentation on Chronic Disease Self management today at 1 p.m. at North Kingstown Senior and Human Services at Beechwood, 44 Beach St.  If you are feeling frustrated, worried, tired or alone, these workshops may offer help. Living Well in RI workshops are designed to help patients and their caregivers live a healthier lifestyle. The workshops are all free of charge and open to the public. For more information, call North Kingstown Senior and Human Services at Beechwood at 401-294-3331.

Support the new co-op (North Kingstown, South Kingstown, Narragansett) girls hockey team, "The Storm," tonight at 6 at a pasta dinner at the Narragansett Community Center, 53 Mumford Road. In addition to a delicious meal, take a chance on winninf some fabulous prizes ioncluding four luxury box tickets for the Patriots game on New Year's Day, and a personally signed surfboard, along with other raffle prizes. All proceeds will benefit the first girls South County high school team, which will be the 10th girls team in the RI Interscholastic league. The team will be totally self-funded and needs …

You are invited to the West Bay Family YMCA's 6th annual Halloween party today from 5:30 to 8 p.m. at the Y, 7540 Post Road. The evening will include a Spooky Trail (and a Kid Friendly Spooky Trail), spooky dance, karaoke, trick or treating, dinner, Y On the Move activities, the bounce house and more. Come in your costume and get ready for an evening of spooky fun! For more information, call 401-295-6501.

Get into the Halloween spirit — and get a history lesson — at the Exeter Public Library, 773 Ten Rod Road, tonight at 6:30 as author Thomas D'Agostino discusses his book "Haunted Rhode Island." The discussion is free and open to all. For more information, call 401-294-4109To read an interview of D'Agostino (Ghostvillage.com author), click here.

It's Medicare open enrollment time. Don't lose out on benefits because you didn't follow through with the confusing process. Help is available. Susan Saccoccia Olsent is offering an informational seminar today at 10:30 a.m. at the North Kingstown Senior and Human Services at Beechwood, 44 Beach St., where members can discuss benefits with a plan representative. Discussion will include the following areas: An overview of benefits for each plan option. Prescription drug coverage. Living fit. The BlueCHIP for Medicare fitness benefit. Working with your personal physicia. Out of area coverage. …

The Rhode Island South County Donor Center will be holding a blood drive at the West Bay Family YMCA, 7540 Post Road, today from 4 to 5 p.m. The Rhode Island Blood Center must collect 240 to 280 pints of blood daily to meet the needs of its community, relying on the generosity of volunteer blood donors. Donating blood takes just a few minutes and is virtually painless. If you have donated within the past eight weeks, you will not be eligible to donate today. For eligibility or medical questions, call 401-453-8383. To donate you must be at least 16 years old, weigh 130 lbs. and be in good …

Suuport the Beechwood Center while seeking out some hidden gems. North Kingstown Senior and Human Services, is hosting its annual fall bazaar today at Beechwood, 44 Beach St., from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. You never know what treasures you might find searching through the collections, and you'd be helping support a good cause. For more information, call 401-294-3331.

Are you worried about where your town or state is going? Do you have some ideas you think your representative could use to help improve conditions around Rhode Island? Now is your chance to have a voice. Express your concerns to one of your representatives in the Statehouse tonight. Sen. Dawson Hodgson will be meeting with constituents from 5 to 7 p.m. at North Kingstown Town Hall, 80 Boston Neck Road. This is a latest in a series of constituent office hours, meant to allow residents of the district to meet the senator, share their concerns and learn what he is working on at the Statehouse.

Want to help make North Kingstown a healthier community? The Town of North Kingtown, in conjunction with the West Bay Family YMCA, kicks off its Healthy Places by Design initiative tonight at the Cold Spring Community Center at 7 p.m. The project stems from a grant the town received from the Department of Health. The grant allows the town to develop a program that will improve walkability, safety, recreation options, transportation choices, access to healthy foods and/or limit access to tobacco products. Click here for more information.

Pulling your hair out over the prospect of applying to colleges? Have no fear: North Kingstown High School's guidance counselors have you covered. Head on down for a special parents' night at NKHS three of North Kingstown's senior guidance counselors explain the ins and outs of the college application process, from SATs to ACTs to transcripts and more. Since the process changes year to year, parents and students are encouraged to attend to stay up on the newest updates. Starts tonight at NKHS at 7 p.m. Want even more info on college apps? Follow the NKHS Guidance Department on Facebook.

If you're a student athlete at North Kingstown High School, did you know that a single cigarette can cost you a game? Or, that an alcoholic beverage can leave you on the bench for two? According to the school's chemical health policy, underage drinking and drug/tobacco use can come with some stiff penalties. All first-time athletes or club participants and their parents must attend tonight's presentation on the school's chemical health policy.Learn more about the policy here. The presentation kicks off tonight at 7:30 at the high school.