Newcomers Social & Military Networking Event

Newcomers & Neighbors January Social: This is an opportunity to meet with women in the North Kingstown area and to learn more about the Card Group, Book Club, Mah Jong, Couples' Events and other activities such as golf and our fun-filled "Out and Abouts.” Refreshments will be served. For more information, call or email Nancy Gauthier, 499-3301 or clothingacgalore@aol.com

Hero 2 Hire event at Rok Bar in EG: Military service members and spouses are invited to http://northkingstown.patch.com/groups/announcements/p/heroes-2-hired-job-networking-event_a7e7b9e3" rel="nofollow">a RI Hero 2 Hired free job-networking event at Rok Bar and Grill, 11 Main St., EG. Meet potential new employers in an informal setting. It's relaxed. It's social. It can work for you! It’s sponsored by H2H, and co-sponsored by the RI Employer Support of the Guard & Reserve. 5 to 7 p.m.

Jamestown Arts Center’s Design Expo 2014: http://northkingstown.patch.com/groups/events/p/design-expo-opening-night_23a3ef57" rel="nofollow">You are invited to the opening night of the JAC's Design Expo, a celebration of Rhode Island designers who are making a profound impact on people’s lives. Two featured speakers will give short comments on their work in the design field, including entrepreneur and RISD faculty member Bill Foulkes, creator of the "Design and Entrepreneurial Thinking" course. http://www.jamestownartcenter.org/" rel="nofollow">Jamestown Arts Center, 18 Valley St., Jamestown. 6 p.m.

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Post your love note on NK Patch: Love is in the chilly air as Valentine’s Day is almost here! Have a wedding or engagement announcement? http://northkingstown.patch.com/boards" rel="nofollow">Post it on Patch!

Recycle Your Christmas Tree: http://www.northkingstown.org/departments/public-works/transfer-station" rel="nofollow">Live Christmas trees can be recycled at the Transfer Station (345 Devils Foot Road) free of charge through Jan. 25 (that's this Saturday!). Trees must be free of all decorations and removed from bag used to transport prior to disposal. After January 25, regular disposal rates will apply.