Friday Five: Lost in Woonsocket, Fundraiser Ideas, Vernal Hike

Lost in Woonsocket Screening The Spirits of '76 Rhode Island Chapter will hold a free community screening of the award-winning documentary, "Lost in Woonsocket," Saturday, March 16, at 3 p.m., in the third floor Community Room of Cardi's Furniture, 999 Newport Ave., South Attleboro.

"Lost in Woonsocket" is a feature film by the co-creators of the A&E Network documentary series Random 1, documenting the struggles of homelessness and addiction of two men in Woonsocket, R.I., who were later saved from destitution by the efforts of the Random 1 organization.

"Lost in Woonsocket" is an inspirational story of hope, redemption and the power to make a difference to change lives for the better. A discussion will follow about the growing problem of homelessness in Rhode Island and Southeastern Massachusetts and ways that we, as a community, can address it. Refreshments will be served.

WMS Fundraiser Brainstorming -  The WMS PTO is scheduling an extra meeting this month on Tuesday March 19 to plan some fundraisers at 6pm in Hamlet.

Equinox Hike: Cumberland Vernal Pool - Discover the sights and sounds announcing spring as you hike to the vernal pool at New Dawn Earth Center 75 Wrentham Road, Cumberland on Sunday, March 17, 1 – 3 p.m. Listen for wood frogs, learn about their courtship behavior, search for fairy shrimp and discover other surprises with Diane West, Naturalist. Register by Thursday: newdawn@mercyne.org. Cost: Free.    

FRCA VITA Program - Family Resources Community Action is providing FREE Income Tax Preparation forfamilies with incomes less than $51,000. All preparers are certified by the IRS, andE-filing is done for fast returns. Appointments are available at Family Resources Community Action, 245 Main St., on the following days:

• Mondays, Wednesdays & Thursdays: 12:30 to 4.30 p.m. Tuesdays: 4 to 6:30 p.m.
• Fridays: 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
• Saturdays: 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. 

Call 401-766-0900 to schedule an appointment. For more information about other FRCA programs visit www.famresri.org.

Nixle - After the recent snowstorm the Woonsocket Police and Fire Department  want to send a reminder about Nixle.  During the snowstorm residents received a phone message with information from Nixle.  We are encouraging all residents and interested parties to sign up for Nixle’s OPT IN notification alerts.  You will be able to choose what messages you want to be informed of including emergency alerts, public safety updates, or community event information. You can receive Nixle messages on your cell phone, tablet, or other device.