Hydrant flushing
Starting today, Monday, April 7, the North Smithfield Water Department will conduct hydrant flushing in the Slatersville, Forestdale, Great Road, Mendon Road, and Industrial Park areas through Friday, April 11, from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. Some flushings may also occur overnight.
Water flushing enhances the water quality for area residents and businesses according to a release from the department. The process may cause a temporary reduction in water pressure and some discoloration, but water officials note it is not harmful.
Residents are asked to limit water use during the flushing operation, including using water to wash clothes and dishes. If water is discolored, residents are advised to run the cold water until it clears.
Cookie Walk
The North Smithfield High School Class of 2025 will hold a Cookie Walk on Tuesday, April 8 from 6 to 8 p.m. in the cafeteria of the school at 412 Greenville Road. Cookies will be sold at a cost of $10 to $20 per box, with proceeds to help lower the cost of senior celebration events.
Questions can be directed to [email protected].
Seed starting
North Smithfield Library at 20 Main St. will host an informational session on indoor seed starting with the Blackstone Valley Veggie Gardeners on Tuesday, April 8 starting at 6:30 p.m. The event will be the first in a series of gardening programs where guests can learn about getting a garden started, planting seeds, thinning and much more. The library will also be giving away seeds and peat pots.
Attendees are asked to register here.
CERT class
The North Smithfield Emergency Management Agency will offer Community Emergency Response Training starting this week, open to all area residents over the age of 18. Classes will be held on Tuesday nights from 6 to 9 p.m. beginning Tuesday, April 8 through June 3. To register, contact instructor Capt. Jay Leveson at (401) 230-9327, call the EMA office at (401) 767-2206 or visit https://northernrireact.org/classes.
Egg Hunt
Editor’s note: The below event has been postponed to Saturday, April 19.
The North Smithfield Parks and Recreation Department’s annual Easter Egg Hunt will take place in the fields at Pacheco Park starting at noon on Saturday, April 12. The event is open to children ages 2 to 8 and their families, and will include a visit from the Easter bunny. Families are advised to arrive on time and to bring a basket or bag to collect eggs.
Screening
There will be a screening and panel on Episode 8 of Slatersville, America’s First Mill Village on Sunday, April 13 at the Rhode Island Black Film Festival starting at noon. The festival will be held at the Newport Art Museum at 76 Bellevue Ave. in Newport.
For more info, visit https://ribff.org/
Town meetings
The Asset Management Commission will hold a meeting on Monday, April 7 starting at 6:30 p.m. at the police station at 575 Smithfield Road. The agenda is here.
The North Smithfield Town Council will hold a meeting on Monday, April 7 starting at 6:45 p.m. at Town Hall at 83 Green St. The agenda is here.
North Smithfield Fire & Rescue Service Board of Directors will hold a meeting on Tuesday, April 8 starting at 6:30 p.m. at 1470 Providence Pike. The agenda is here.
The North Smithfield Zoning Board will hold a meeting on Tuesday, April 8 starting at 7 p.m. at Town Hall at 83 Green St. The agenda is here.
The North Smithfield Planning Board will hold a meeting on Thursday, April 10 starting at 7 p.m. at Town Hall at 83 Green St. The agenda is here.
