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Five Things: Bluegrass At NK Free Library, Storytime At Davisville

Your guide for life in North Kingstown today, Aug. 2.

Storytime: Storytime at the Davisville Free Library is held Mondays and Fridays at 10 a.m.

The Kropp Dusters at NK Free Library: The Kropp Dusters are a group of veteran musicians featuring banjo master Mike Kropp, guitarist and singer Bill Henry, bassist and vocalist Jeff Horton, mandolin man and singer Monty McClanahan, and claw-hammer banjo player Lisa Schmitz. Henry, Kropp, and Horton are all former members of Northern Lights. The vocal blend culminates in some fine four-part harmony. Bring chairs or a blanket and a picnic dinner for this concert on the lawn outside the NK Free Library. 6 p.m.

Charlestown Seafood Festival: A gastronomic extravaganza of Rhode Island's best seafood, lobsters, steamers, chowder, fish & chips, clam cakes, corn on the cob and a raw bar, as well as an array of all types of foods for every taste. A wide variety of arts and crafts on display, amusement rides, rock wall climbing, car show, Marcolites Kite exhibition, children's shows, bungee jumping, Petting Zoo, kayak, overnight getaways, dinners and lobster raffle. Continuous entertainment and events. Noon to 11 p.m.

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Casey Farm market: One of the more established farmers markets in the state takes place Saturday mornings at Casey Farm, from 9 a.m. to noon.

St. John the Divine Church Fair: This annual summer fair has all kinds of great summer comfort foods such as lobster rolls and the Bright Yellow HotDogRod serving hot dogs/chili dogs/burgers/soda and chips. We will have several tables with all types of yard sale items and a children's section for face painting and games. 10 Church Way in Saunderstown. 10 a.m.

Great Graffiti Contest: The East Greenwich Housing Authority’s annual event will be held on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. EGHA provides the tools (paint, chalk, masks & gloves) – you provide the creativity and fun. All ages are welcome to participate. Spray paint will be issued to kids 11 years old and up; children under 11 will receive chalk & finger paints. Participants may also bring their own supplies. There will also be a lip synch/dance contest too! Please provide us with the song you will be performing a week in advance, so we can forward your selection to the DJ. Judging will be done by participants, supporters and spectators. Prizes will be awarded in all categories. Pre-registration is recommended, but not required. Please contact Tracy at tjohnson@eghousing.com.

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