King Street Walking Tour CANCELLED: The EG Free Library–Main Street Association walking tour planned today has been cancelled due to the rainy weather forecast. Contact the library (884-9510, ext. 3) or visit www.MainStreetEG.org for more information or to sign up for future walks. Moving Sale: Furniture, collectibles, household goods, electronics, games, videos, cds, and more at 650 Love Lane in Cowesett. From 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Story Hour at Symposium Books: Children (and their adults) are invited to Story Hour at Symposium Books . Every week they pick a new story and read it to the kids …

Goddard Park Farmers Market: From 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. off Ives Road (there will be a large sign). Opening reception at Heritage: A collaboration of three very local artists – Marjorie Ball, Alice Gebhart (owner of Heritage), and Paulette Miller – is showcased in an exhibit of Rhode Island artists. More than 65 artists in total. The show is filled with a variety of styles and medium. From 6 to 8 p.m. at Heritage Gallery on Post Road. New gas lines coming on the Hill: If you’ve walked or driven on the Hill this past week, you may have noticed bright yellow and blue spray painted lines and arrows …

Live at the Odeum w/John DePetro: Part 2 of the series Live at the Odeum is titled, “Writers, Sports, and Law." John DePetro talks one-on-one with Providence Journal sports writer and book author Bill Reynolds; Steven O'Donnell, head of the Rhode Island State Police; Lasalle lacrosse coach and writer Robin Kall; and Andre Lafleur, assistant coach PC Friars men's basketball. From 7 to 8:30 p.m. Post show party at Besos. Parade volunteers needed! Memorial Day Parade organizer extraordinaire (and Town Clerk) Leigh Botello is looking for a few good men and women to help with Monday’s parade. If …

School Committee meeting: On the agenda is the second reading and vote on a policy on extracurricular fundraising and commercial activities. In the library at Cole Middle School at 7 p.m. Municipal Land Trust meeting: Along with reports and review of Land Trust properties, there will be a recognition of departing member Peter Swaszek, who has served on the Land Trust for many years. At Town Hall at 7 p.m. Trivia Contest @ The Grille: Tuesday night is Trivia Night at the Grille on Main . It’s loads of fun whether you compete with a large group or just with your date. There are prizes every …

EG Historic Preservation Society meeting: EGHPS members will hear the memories of Betsey Carpenter Thomson at tonight’s monthly meeting, as she describes what life used to be like in the Frenchtown and Shippetown neighborhoods. A lifelong resident of East Greenwich, Ms. Thomson still lives in the house on Division Street where she was born and raised. She is a Master Gardener who remembers that there were few trees in that part of town – the area was home to many dairy farms. At the Old Jail, 110 King Street, at 7:30 p.m., with a potluck supper at 6:30. The event is free and the public is …

Yard Sale: At 22 Spencer Avenue – furniture, fabric, leather, handbags, home goods, and antiques. From 8 a.m. to noon. Adopt-A-Pet Open House: Animals are available for viewing and adoption today with the assistance of a dedicated East Greenwich Animal Protection League member. The open house takes place at Greenwich Bay Animal Hospital from 10:30 to 1 p.m. Individual appointments are also available. Grief Support: This group meets in the Christ Church office condo on Sunday afternoons and is for anyone who has suffered the loss of a loved one. Each week there is a video which covers …

Yard Sale: At 125 Westfield Drive – BMW tires & rims, furniture, toys & games, sports equipment (exercise bike, golf, skating, skiing and baseball items), books, household and holiday items. From 8 a.m. (not earlier!) to noon. Tom Cavanagh 5K: The Inaugural Thomas Cavanagh Scholarship Run will take place on Saturday May 18.The 5k Run/Walk will support the Thomas G. Cavanagh Scholarship Fund at Our Lady of Mercy School. Tom was a former student and parishioner of OLM and his family has founded a scholarship in his memory – the run starts at OLM at 9 a.m. Click here for more information. …

East Greenwich Fire District meeting CANCELLED: The meeting was cancelled to due a lack of a quorum. This could be the last time the EG Fire Commissioners meet officially, since the bill to abolish the fire district and establish a town fire department awaits Gov. Chafee’s signature. 7 p.m. at Town Hall. AARP Safe Driving Class signups: East Greenwich Senior Services is offering an AARP Driver Safety Class at Swift Community Center next Wednesday, May 22, at 1 p.m. The instructor is our own Carl Hoyer. The only trick is you need to sign up by tomorrow. On Friday ...  Bike to Work Day: I’ll …

Lunchtime Concert: EG Parks & Recreation Department has started a new monthly lunchtime concert series that begins Wednesday. Dick & Dave’s Rockin’ Oldies will play on the lawn at Town Hall. All are welcome to come out and listen. Tables and chairs will be set up on the lawn so grab a sandwich from a local restaurant or deli or bring along a bag lunch. Planning Board meeting: On the agenda is discussion of a recommendation to the Town Council on a wind turbine moratorium. In Council Chambers at Town Hall, 7 p.m. Avenger Action: Boys Varsity Baseball plays Barrington at 4 p.m. You can follow …

Avenger Action: Boys Tennis plays North Kingstown at 3 p.m., Boys Varsity Lacrosse against Narragansett at 6 p.m. On Wednesday, Boys Varsity Baseball plays Barrington at 4 p.m. You can follow all the Avenger action at the EG Booster Club website here. Last day to order a WUC Lobster Roll: Every spring, Westminster Unitarian Church goes into lobster mode, making hundreds of lobster rolls. The 22nd Annual Lobster Roll Day is Friday, May 17, but today is the last day to place an order. For $9.50, you get succulent lobster mixed with a little mayo, presented on a buttered roll, with a side of …

Town Council meeting: On the agenda is a vote on of jukebox application for Rok Bar ‘N Grill, discussion of the proposed relocation of the EG Post Office, and the continued discussion with the possible approval of the Fiscal Year 2014 budget. EG Housing Authority meeting: A review of EGHA monthly management report with wait list append, year-to-date budget performance, 2880 South County Trail development update and the June 30 2012 audit report are on the agenda. At 146 First Avenue at 4:15 p.m. Avenger Action: Boys Baseball, Varsity and JV, against South Kingstown, both at 4 p.m. You can …

Happy Mother’s Day! Revolutionary battle reenactment: Reenactors and living historians recreate an authentic military encampment and battle on the grounds of Spell Hall the historic General Nathanael Greene Homestead in Coventry, home of George Washington’s most trusted general. See camp life, musket and cannon demonstrations, tour General Greene's 1770 Homestead and watch Continental Troops defend Spell Hall from a British raiding party. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. 50 Taft Street, Coventry. Grief Support: The grief support group at Christ Church provides a place to share the grieving process and…

Library’s Annual Book Sale: Stock up for summer reading today at the Friends of the East Greenwich Free Library annual used book sale from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The bargains at great! While you are shopping for great used books, you can also check out the East Greenwich Art Club’s Little Picture Show at the Library. It’s there all month, available during regular library hours. Plant Sale: The Cindy Wood Garden Club will hold its annual plant sale on Saturday in front of the American Legion Hall at 1016 Main Street. The vigorous annuals and perennials are culled from members' gardens and include …

Sneak Peak & Snack Book Sale: Be among the first to browse the books at the Wine and Cheese Sneak Peek Preview Party tonight from 6 to 8 p.m. (adults only). Admission is open to Friends of East Greenwich Free Library only (annual membership is $10 for individuals and $20 for families, so consider joining tonight!). Enjoy a glass of wine, mingle with other book enthusiasts, and enjoy an early-bird opportunity to buy your favorite books. For more information, call 884-9510 or click here. Sale will be open to general public on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Small Art Show at the Library: While…

Main Street Stroll: The stroll comes just in time for Mother’s Day and it’s also Military Spouse Appreciation Night. From 5 to 8 p.m. on Main Street (of course!). The next three strolls are June 13, July 18, and August 22. Author book signing at Symposium Books: Les Rolston, a lifelong Rhode Islander, will be at Symposium Books from 6 to 8 p.m. to sign copies of his book, Lost Soul: A Confederate Soldier In New England, and two other books he’s written. Lost Soul describes his efforts to preserve the unmarked grave site of a Confederate soldier buried in Rhode Island.   Eva Marie Mancuso at …

Avenger Home Action: Boys Tennis against Cumberland at 3:30 p.m., Girls Varsity Fastpitch Softball against Johnston at 3:30 p.m., Boys Varsity Baseball versus Moses Brown at 4:15 p.m., and Girls Varsity Lacross against North Kingstown at 6 p.m. You can follow all the Avenger action at the EG Booster Club website here. Cove Commission meeting: New business on the agenda includes 48 Water Street (not sure why!), mooring issues, the URI Watershed Watch, and Town Boat Ramp maintenance. In the conference room across from Council Chambers at Town Hall, at 4:30 p.m. School Building Committee …

Town Council–School Committee meeting: The two panels will discuss the 2012 financial report with auditors and the fiscal year 2014 budget, including the possibility of adding a second school resource officer and who would pay for that. At Swift Community Center at 7 p.m. Orange Leaf’s One Fund event: Orange Leaf Yogurt will donate 10 percent of all proceeds directly to the ONE Fund, to help those most affected by the Boston Marathon bombings last month. Stop in for some fro-yo to support a great cause! Between 3 and 7 p.m. Avenger Home Action: Boys JV Baseball versus Barrington at 4 p.m., …

GBSA May Breakfast & Open House: Have breakfast on the water at one of the most beautiful spots in EG. The public is invited for a delicious breakfast featuring omelette stations, crepes, pancakes, scrambled eggs, and all the fixings (baked goods, coffee, juice, fruit, etc). Tickets are only $10 for adults / $5 for children. Proceeds of the May breakfast support Greenwich Bay Sailing Association, a nonprofit community sailing program. You’ll be able to learn about GBSA and their sailing programs for kids and adults too. From 8 a.m. to noon at the East Greenwich Yacht Club, 10 Water St. …

First Baptist’s Annual May Breakfast: Time to celebrate May with a community breakfast at the First Baptist Church of EG, which has been serving a May Breakfast for decades and decades. Eggs, delectable home fries by Chef Kathy, bacon, ham, beans, muffins, cold juice, hot coffee, and pies, pies, pies of every kind. From 6:30 to 10 a.m., $7 per person, $5 for children. Children under 5 are free. All are welcome to enjoy this piece of EG tradition. Arts on Main: Arts on Main sidewalk art contest takes place Saturday from 
12 to ­3 p.m. with a rain date of Saturday, May 11. The event will kick …

Avenger Home Action: JV Fastpitch Softball versus Chariho. On Saturday, Boys Varsity Baseball against Bishop Hendricken at 10 a.m. and Girls Varsity Lacrosse against Moses Brown at 3:30 p.m. You can follow all the Avenger action at the EG Booster Club website here. Webcast Author Interview: Interested readers are invited to come to the East Greenwich Free Library this morning in the Silverman Community Room to watch an interview with this year's Read Across RI author, Camilla Gibb. She will be talking about her book, The Beauty of Humanity Movement. This free program doesn't require …