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Celebrate the City: Just in case you haven't heard, Woonsocket is celebrating its 125th anniversary — and the series of events continues Thursday with the Rock the Art show at River Falls Restaurant from 6 to 9 p.m. Tickets are just $10. Check out the link for details on the remaining four events.

Mystery of Monument Square: And if you haven't yet, take a guess about the new art installation going up at Monument Square.

Save Some Cash: Are you a teacher getting your classroom ready for the start of school? Ocean State Job Lot is offering a 30-percent discount for teachers.

Culture Your Kids: Are your kids fans of classical music? Want them to experience it and decide for themselves? Then check out the Ocean State Summer Pops concert Aug. 10 at Stadium Theatre. Kids 12 & under are free. 

Trash Pickup Delays:
 In observance of Victory Day, the Woonsocket Recycle Drop-off Facility will be closed Monday, Aug. 12. Residents are reminded that curbside pick-up of trash and recycling for the week of Aug. 12 to 16 will be delayed by one day. Call the Solid Waste Division at (401) 767-8880 if you have any questions.

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