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Finally Friday Five: School Delays, Timberlake, Game On, More Snow, Self Defense

Happy pre-weekend, Smithfield - here are some things to keep in mind:

 

School delays/ storm notices - The National Weather Service has issued a Hazardous Weather Outlook for the area. A parking ban remains in effect for today. The following cancelations have been listed for the morning:

  • Masters Regional Academy: Closed Friday
  • Smithfield Pediatrics: Delayed 2 hours; Call before coming in

 

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Game on - It's Game Day at the East Smithfield Public Library 50 Esmond St., starting at 2 p.m. today until 4:30 p.m. Come play a board game, bring a friend or make a new friend.

Timberlake Tickets at auction - Want two tickets to see Justin Timberlake at Fenway park on Aug 11? They will be up for grabs at the May 3 silent auction to raise funds for the new Old County Road Playground, thanks to the Morgan family. 

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Public Skating: The Smithfield Ice Rink hosts public skating today from noon to 2 pm. Admission $3, Skates $5. 

The Ice Rink provides public skating hours for the general public on Sundays 12 pm – 2 pm; and weekdays Tuesdays and Fridays 12 pm – 2 pm. In addition, ice time is available to rent for birthday parties for all ages and have a spacious conference room for rent to accommodate for all kinds of gatherings. 

 Board post openings - The town is seeking members to serve on the Sewer Authority, Historic Preservation Commission, Affordable Housing Advisory Board, and Financial Review Commission. Interested parties should submit a letter of interest to the Town Manager’s Office, 64 Farnum Pike, Smithfield, RI 02917 along with an application form.  A letter of interest may contain your interest or experience in the field of each particular board or commission that you are applying for and, optionally, résumé information. 


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