Computer help offered
      The Jamestown library offers a weekly program of computer assistance to members of the Jamestown community. On Tuesday mornings from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., Robert Edgar and Robert Umbenhauer, two retired information technology specialists, will be available at the library to provide help with questi...
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Around-the-Island race Sunday
      The Conanicut Yacht Club will host their annual Around-the- Island Race on Sunday, Sept. 2, starting with the small boats at 9:55 a.m. There will be an informal barbeque and awards ceremony following the race at 5 p.m. Tickets are $15 in advance, or $17 at the door.
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Visiting Nurses at the library
      The Visiting Nurse Services of Newport and Bristol Counties hold free blood pressure clinics the first Thursday of the month from 1 to 2 p.m. at the Jamestown library, 26 North Main Rd., Jamestown. The next clinic will be on Sept. 6 in the Sydney L. Wright Museum room.
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Boat show coming Sept. 13
      The Newport International Boat Show is a showcase of the latest boats - both power and sail - presented in the luxurious setting of Newport. Now in its thirty seventh year, the show keeps getting bigger and show management is optimistic that every space will be filled on opening day. For anyone ...
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Sing with the Navy Choristers
      The Newport Navy Choristers are seeking new members in all voice ranges to sing with them for the 2007-2008 musical season.
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Patriot's artifact exhibit on display in Newport museum
      The Newport Historical Society announces its new exhibit, "An Indomitable Spirit: The Life and Legacy of William Ellery, Newport's Signer of the Declaration of Independence." The exhibit opened Aug. 17 and explores the life and personality of this Newport native through the historical society's e...
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Dance classes begin Sept. 10
      Mary Beth Murphy's dance classes for children begin Sept. 10 at Wellspring, 32 Pemberton Ave. Creative Dance for 4 year olds will be on Tuesdays from 3:45 to 4:30 p.m. Pre-Ballet, for ages 5 and 6, meets on Mondays from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. Modern Dance for ages 11 to 13 will be on Wednesdays from 4...
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Apply to be an intern for Senator Reed
      U.S. Senator Jack Reed (DRI) announced that his office is accepting internship applications for the 2007 fall semester. College and graduate students are welcome to apply for paid internships in the Rhode Island or Washington, DC offices.
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Painting class at Watson farm set for Sept. 16
      The Watson Farm will offer a Watercolor Workshop on Sept. 15, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. A rain date is set for Sept. 16. Artists have enjoyed the scenic landscapes of the historic Watson Farm for over 100 years. The farm offers panoramic vistas of the pastoral agricultural seaside landscape.
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Chorus to begin rehearsal season
      Weekly rehearsals for the Jamestown Community Chorus' holiday concert will begin Monday, Sept. 10, at 7 p.m., at the Central Baptist Church. There are no auditions and all who enjoy singing are welcome. This year's concerts will take place at CBC on Saturday and Sunday, Dec. 8 and 9.
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Sox greats to tee off for Saratoga
      More than 15 former Red Sox players and other celebrities are expected to be on hand to support the USS Saratoga Museum Foundation's campaign to honor the achievements of Ted Williams and other individuals best known for their successes in other walks of life, but who also served their country hon...
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Theatre auditions set for Sept. 5
      The auditions for the Jamestown Community Theatre's production of "Into the Woods," will be on Wednesday, Sept. 5, at 6:30 p.m. at the community center. Anyone who would like to audition for a leading role should prepare 32 bars of a Broadway musical song.
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NKHS sports
      Thursday, Aug. 30 Girl's Volleyball, Injury Fund Tournament, NKHS, 5 p.m. Friday, Aug. 31 Girls' Field Hockey, at Lincoln, 3:45 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 4 Girls' Volleyball, South Kingstown, 6:30 p.m.
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Nominate saying for town plaque
      Island citizens are invited to participate in a competition to provide an appropriate quote to adorn the lobby wall of the new Town Hall. Town Administrator Bruce Keiser said that residents should come up with a quote that is both timely and long-lasting, as it will be engraved on a plaque along ...
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Fall series yoga classes offered
      Kim Chandler, director of Innerlight Center for Yoga, will offer a fall series of yoga classes through the Jamestown Recreation Department. Classes begin the week of Sept. 10. Ongoing Moderate/Mellow Vinyasa classes will be held on Monday at 8:30 a.m., Tuesday at 5:30 p.m. and Friday at 8:30 a.m.
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Potter league plans pet event
      Potter League for Animals will be hosting a Pet Showcase on Saturday, Sept. 8, from 1 to 3 p.m. in the parking lot of BankNewport, 528 West Main Road in Middletown. The Pet Showcase is free and will be fun for the whole family. Participants can enter their pets in the "best trick" or "pet look-a...
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Benefit art gallery opening set
      The Conanicut Island Land Trust and the Randall Art Gallery in Jamestown will be co-hosting an evening gallery opening on Sept. 7 to benefit the "Save the Farms Challenge.
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New yoga classes forming
      Two new yoga classes will begin Thursday, Sept. 6, at Central Baptist Church. Chair Yoga will be offered from 5 to 6 p.m. at $8 per class for the series or $10 for one-time drop in. From 6:15 to 7:15 p.m., Hatha Yoga basics will be taught. The fee is $12 per class for the series, or $15 to drop ...
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Festival planned at museum
      The Artists' Guild at the Newport Art Museum will hold an Art on the Lawn Festival on Sept. 8 and 9, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the museum. Between 30 and 40 local artists and artisans are scheduled to sell their wares, which range from jewelry to pottery to works on canvas.
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East passage picnic scheduled
      The East Passage Lot Owners Association will hold its annual Family Picnic on Saturday, Sept. 8, from 4 to 6 p.m. The raindate is Sunday. The event will be at Rainbow Pond and all are welcome to attend. Everyone is asked to bring a dish to share.
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Garden design lessons offered
      Landscape designer Ed Lindemann will conduct a three-part workshop at Blithewold Manor to develop or improve the basic design of homeowners' gardens. Session one is scheduled for Saturday, Sept. 8, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
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Enjoy an art class this fall
      The North Kingstown Arts Council announces the class lineup for the fall Take an Arts Break Program. Entering its fourth season, the Take an Arts Break program offers classes in the arts, designed and taught by local artists.
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Kids' art class begins Sept. 15
      The Jamestown recreation department is offering an art class for children in grades 3 to 6 that will take place on Saturday, Sept. 15, from 10 to 11:30 a.m. at the community center. The class, called Drawing and Painting Animals, will allow children to paint their pets from photos or create their...
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