Wednesday Five: Trash Bins, Sports Wins

New Trash System: The Town of Smithfield is moving to an automated trash and recycling pick-up system, starting Oct. 1. Here's what you need to know about the new program.

Be a Smithfield Sports Booster: Are you a coach, parent, or player on a Smithfield sports team? Share your team's success on Smithfield Patch by signing up to blog.

Shake Some Hands: And be sure you bring your business cards to the North Central Chamber of Commerce Speed Networking event scheduled for Aug. 1 at 8 a.m. at Hebert Nursing Home in Smithfield. You won't even need to bring yor own coffee — a light Continental breakfast will be served. $10 for members. $20 for nonmembers.

Volunteer for Vets: The Rhode Island Military Organization (RIMO) is seeking volunteers to help out in four-hour blocks at the Military Lounge at T.F. Green Airport. Email RIMOvolunteer@gmail.com for more information.

Dogs Days? The Smithfield Zoning Board of Review will hold public hearings Wednesday, 7 p.m. at Smithfield Town Hall, 64 Farnum Pike. Among the items on their agenda, they'll consider a special use permit for 3 Industrial Drive, to operate a dog daycare with grooming and kennel services in an industrial district.