Smithfield Fire Department to Host Open House This Weekend

There may be a new chief of the Smithfield Fire Department, but the practice of hosting an Open House every year continues this weekend — this year's event is scheduled for Saturday afternoon from 12 to 4 pm at fire headquarters in Greenville.

"This is an annual tradition here in Smithfield, and it's a pretty big thing — there's going to be a lot of activity here, [between] the activities for the kids and the demonstrations for the parents," Chief Robert Seltzer said during a recent interview. "It's a pretty big event, and it's going to be a lot of fun."

[Read more — SmithfieldPatch Meets... Fire Chief Robert Seltzer, Sept. 27, 2012.]

Firefighters and rescue personnel plan to demonstrate car extrication techniques and exhibit the department's smoke house, among other features. Face painting and bounce houses for the kids, a performer making balloon animals, and crafts provided by Home Dept are also scheduled.

The event is free. Pizza and drinks provided by Papa Gino's.

For more information, contact the Fire Department at (401) 949-1330.