Historic photo display unveiled at Wickford Junction: Historic Wickford unveils a display of historic photos – “Wickford’s Trains, Steamer and Village Life." The display commemorates the impact of Wickford Junction and its history of train service to the area. By including sketches and early photos of colonial Wickford, the display captures the evolution of the village through Age of Locomotion and into the late Victorian period during which Wickford became the primary route to Newport. Introductory remarks will be given by Ted Walls, the HistWick Board member and associate professor at URI who coordinated the project. Local historian Tim Cranston will also speak. All are welcome. 6 p.m.
Wickford Economic Development Advisory Committee meeting: They meet at Town Hall at 5:30 p.m.
Planning Commission meeting: The panel meets at Town Hall at 7:30 p.m. To find the agenda, go to http://sos.ri.gov/publicinfo/openmeetings/.
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Gallery Night at the Hive: A monthly celebration of the rotating (bi-monthly) artists that adorn the walls of The Hive R.I., NK’s own co-work space. All are welcome to enjoy beautiful art and socialize while meeting The Hive community! 650 Ten Rod Road. 6 p.m.
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Twenty40 networking event: Twenty40 is a young professionals multi-Chamber of Commerce networking that will meet at Phil’s Main Street Grill in Wickford. Multi-Chamber networking event sponsored by the N.K., E.G. & S.R.I. chambers. $5 per person. RSVP to the NK Chamber 295-5566 or info@northkingstown.com.
Giada De Laurentiis at EG Dave's: Giada De Laurentiis will sign copies of her new book, "Giada's Feel Good Food," at the EG Dave's Marketplace Thursday at 4 p.m. The book, $20 rather than the $32.50 list price, is available at Dave’s Marketplace of East Greenwich. Customers who pre-purchase their cookbooks should bring their receipt with cookbook on the day of the signing. Only books purchased at Dave’s Marketplace will be signed.
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No school for NK students: Staff Professional Day
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