August 9, 2007 RSS feed / About Town

Fall book discussions set

The Afternoon Book Discussion at the Jamestown library continues on Tuesday, Aug. 14, at l p.m. with the book "Snow Flower and the Secret Fan," by Lisa See. More...

Victory Day on Monday

The island's veterans groups will commemorate Victory Day on Monday, Aug. 13, by displaying U.S. flags at the East Ferry Veterans' Memorial Square. Volunteers are needed to help put up the flags at 7 a.m. More...

Talent show coming next week

The 18th Annual Talent Show, "350 Years: Then and Now," has something for everyone, with both new and repeat performers. More...

Sidewalk chalk artist gathering

Artists of all ages can show off their talents on Wednesday, Aug. 15, in a one-day sidewalk art extravaganza to be held around the recreation center from noon to 3:30 p.m. More...

350th tea and treats on Monday

The Quononoquott Garden Club will commemorate the 350th Anniversary of the purchase of Conanicut Island from the Narragansett Indians with "Tea and Delicacies," at the community center on Monday, Aug. 13, from 2 to 4 p.m. More...

Abate headlines Sunday concert

The Jamestown Parks and Recreation Department Summer Music Series continues the season this Sunday evening, Aug. More...

Farm tours part of 350th events

The Jamestown farming community has put together two special events as part of the 350th Anniversary celebration. Historic New England's Watson Farm will be hosting a guided tour on Tuesday, Aug. 14, at 4 p.m. More...