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Giving North Kingstown Patch readers a look at the week ahead.Monday Town Council Meeting | 7 p.m. at Beechwood Center The North Kingstown Town Council will (finally) vote on the compact village development (CVD) zoning district. The CVD draft has come under heavy scrutiny, namely in regard to the urban services boundary and a proposed village center at Rolling Greens Golf Course. Monday's meeting starts at 7 p.m. at Beechwood Center. Tuesday School Committee Meeting | 7 p.m. at North Kingstown High School Tuesday night, the North Kingstown School Committee meets at 7 p.m. at North Kingstown High School. On the agenda, the committee looks to discuss the…
Monday Town Council Meeting | 7 p.m. at Beechwood Center On Monday’s agenda, the council looks to finally have a public hearing on changes to both the town’s comprehensive plan and zoning ordinances regarding a proposed village center at Rolling Greens Golf Course. For the full agenda, click here. School Committee Meeting | 8 p.m. at North Kingstown High School The school committee looks to discuss next year’s budget and the failing roof at Davisville Middle School. For the full agenda, click here. Wednesday Business After Hours | 5 to 7 p.m. at El Tapatio Join the North Kingstown Chamber…
Tuesday Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser | 5 to 8 p.m. at 76 Main St. Enjoy an open mic night and a delicious spaghetti dinner, courtesy of Beach Rose Café, to benefit the North Kingstown Food Pantry. The event is free, but a $10 donation is suggested. Planning Commission Meeting | 7 p.m. at town hall The NK Planning Commission looks to review the latest changes to the compact village development (CVD) zoning district and give its recommendation to the North Kingstown Town Council. School Committee Meeting | 7 p.m. at North Kingstown High School Superintendent Phil Auger looks to unveil the second…
Monday Town Council Meeting | 6:30 p.m. at Beechwood Center On Monday night’s agenda, the council hosts two public hearings on two contentious issues – zoning district changes regarding a proposed village center at Rolling Greens and another for restructuring firefighters schedules to 24-hour-long shifts. Tuesday North Kingstown High School AP Information Night | 6 p.m. at the high school Advanced Placement (AP) teachers will explain course descriptions and expectations for these courses while NKHS alumni will be available to share how their AP experiences have assisted them in college. …
Monday Town Council Meeting | canceled Monday night's council meeting has been canceled after an incorrect agenda was posted last week. Stay tuned for the rescheduled date. Tuesday School Committee Meeting | 6 p.m at North Kingstown High School The committee kicks off Tuesday night's meeting in executive session, discussing litigation/legal advice regarding the town's suit against the school department. Following that, the committee will discuss budget issues coming up for this year and a budget forecast for the next five years. (Click here for the full agenda.) Blood Drive | 7:30 a.m. at 181…
Tuesday School Committee | 7 p.m. at North Kingstown High School On Tuesday night's agenda, the committee looks to discuss last week's IT consolidation study as well as look at a proposal to repair the failing roof at Davisville Middle School. Read the full agenda here. Planning Commission | 7:30 p.m. at North Kingstown Town Hall In their first meeting of 2012, the North Kingstown Planning Commission looks to discuss changes to the town's animals and livestock ordinance. A resident's complaints about her neighbor's chickens earlier this month have prompted the discussion. The commission will …
Monday Quonset Board of Director's Meeting | 5 p.m. at 95 Cripe St. Monday Night Movie: 'The Help' | 6 p .m. at the North Kingstown Free Library Monday's movie "The Help," based on the best-selling novel, is rated PG-13 and runs 146 minutes. Town Council Meeting | 6 p.m. at Beechwood Center The council will hold a joint meeting with the North Kingstown School Committee to discuss a study on IT consolidation. John Boscardin will be sworn in to the school committee at Monday night's meeting as well, filling the position left vacant by Joe Thompson. A public hearing on a proposed restructuring …
Tuesday Sparky's Puppets (Stories From Snowy Lands) | 2 p.m. at North Kingstown Free Library Let your children enter a magical world of stories brought to life by puppets and humor. Watch a snowman come to life, see a bear go ice fishing and visit a toymaker. Ages three to 10. Wednesday Mid-Week Break | 1 to 4 p.m. at West Bay Family YMCA Hard getting over the hump this winter break? Bring the family down to the Y for an afternoon of fun. Activities include: Kitchen Kreatures Activity, 1:00-2:00 pm Crafty Raft in the Pool, 2:00-3:00 pm Family Swim, 3:00-4:00pm Air Bounce Extravaganza Winter …
Monday Town Council Meeting | 6:30 p.m. at Beechwood Center The North Kingstown Town Council meets Monday night to discuss the creation of a solar ordinance. Click here for the complete agenda. Tuesday School Committee Meeting | 7 p.m. at North Kingstown High School On Tuesday night's agenda, the school committee will see a presentation on deficit reduction, discuss the reconsideration of a bond authorization request and consider a new phone service for the school department. Check the full agenda here. Zoning Board Meeting | 7 p.m. at the North Kingstown Town Hall Blood Drive at Allie's …
Monday Town Council Meeting | 6 p.m. at Beechwood Center On Monday night's agenda, the council will hold a public hearing on changes to the town's ordinances regarding political signs. Last year, North Kingstown made headlines after the ACLU filed suit against the town on behalf of congressional candidate John Matson regarding restrictions on the size of his political signs. Tuesday Planning Commission Meeting | 7:30 p.m. at Town Hall Conference Room Tuesday night, the planning commission will hold a public information hearing regarding a proposal for Richard Schartner's Slocum Farm, located …
Monday Cyber Monday Today is Cyber Monday and Saturday was small business Saturday. Why not combine the two, using Patch. Check out our business directory to find local business' websites, then give them your money. You increase your chances of finding something unique and original, and you give the local economy some much needed help. Tuesday High School Jazz Concert | 7:00 p.m. at North Kingstown High School Hear the North Kingstown Senior and Junior Jazz Bands and the NK Jazz Combo performance tonight at 7:00 at North Kingstown High School, 150 Fairway Drive. The concert's suggested …
Monday Town Council Meeting | 6:30 p.m. at Beechwood Center On Monday night’s agenda, the council will hold a public hearing on changes to the town’s comprehensive plan amendment regarding wind energy systems. The town is looking to prohibit all wind energy systems until the completion of studies by the state. Also on tonight’s agenda, the council will consider an act authorizing $34.2 million for sewers and sewage systems in town. Belles of Beechwood | 2 p.m. at Beechwood Center The Belles of Beechwood will meet to celebrate the Thanksgiving holiday. Bring your favorite holiday dessert and …
Monday Motion for New Fry Trial | 2 p.m. Judge William Carnes Jr. will hear motions for a new trial for Kimberly Fry, who was convicted of second-degree murder last month in the death of her 8-year-old daughter backing 2008. Tuesday Planning Commission Meeting | 7:30 p.m. at North Kingstown Town Hall On Tuesday night’s agenda, the commission will review changes to the town’s zoning ordinance that would delete descriptions of districts that would allow all wind energy systems. In addition, the commission will hold a public hearing on revisions tot he town’s land development regulations …
Monday Oktoberfest NKHS | 6 p.m. at North Kingstown High School Are you ready for some wiener schnitzel? Celebrate Oktoberfest with the North Kingstown High School German Club tonight. It's the seventh annual celebration at the school. Enjoy a pot luck supper, dancing and more at the high school at 6 p.m. Town Council Meeting | 7 p.m. at Beechwood Center The council meets to discuss and hold a public hearing on the creation of a new zoning district, Compact Village District. Discussion on this proposed district followed an application for a village center at Rolling Greens Golf Course – a …