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Charlestown Citizens Alliance Newsletter - September 23, 2025
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When: Wednesday, September 24 at 7 p.m.
Where: Charlestown Town Hall
What: Two public hearings before the Planning Commission
The first is a continuation of the public hearing for a Master Plan for a major 24-lot residential subdivision on 29 acres in Carolina Village and a public hearing on Final Plan, Phase 1, for a major residential subdivision called Summer Winds which is located very close to Ninigret Park.
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Contestants were asked to submit photos taken on one of the five National Wildlife Refuges in Rhode Island. All the entered photos will be on exhibit at Kettle Pond Visitors Center in Charlestown until September 26 and then exhibited at Sachuest Point Visitors Center until October 14.
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When: Sunday, September 28th at 10 am
Where: Mill Pond Preserve, across from East Charles Street on South County Trail
Cost: This event is free and open to all, but space is limited, so you must RSVP
The Charlestown Land Trust invites you to join them at Mill Pond Preserve for a fascinating fungi hunt with foraging experts Laura and Ken Orabone! Discover the hidden world of mushrooms and enjoy the beautiful Preserve! (Not intended for edible mushroom identification.)
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When: Tuesday, September 30 at 10:00 am
Where: Ninigret Wildlife Refuge (rain location Kettle Pond Visitor Center)
What: Learning to sketch the beautiful, natural environment of Ninigret Pond
Pre-registration: Reservations are required (link to register in post)
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When: Saturday, September 27 at 5 pm
Where: East Beach (drive to the end of East Beach Road, bare to the left of Blue Shutters Beach, go straight on the dirt road and the parking lot will be on the left)
Who: Salt Ponds Coalition and ORCA
Register: Registration information in post
Join Salt Ponds Coalition and their partner, ORCA, to clean up East Beach. Our beaches have seen a lot of visitors this year, and might need a little post-Labor Day TLC!
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The Rhode Island Environmental Education Association has named the Chariho Regional School District “Organization of the Year,” for its sustainable practices, environmental education and outdoor learning opportunities. Read the story at the Beaver River Valley Community Association (BRVCA) website.
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When: Tuesday December 2, 2025
What: Special Town Council Election
Because Town Councilor Richard "Rippy" Serra's passing on August 7 created a vacancy on the Town Council more than one year prior to the 2026 election, the Town's Charter requires a special election rather than an appointment.
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The banner image is a photograph of Poison Ivy in fall colors in Charlestown by Cliff Vanover. If you have photos of Charlestown wildlife, landscapes, or events that you would like to share with us to use on our website, Facebook, or in newsletters, please send them to us by email at charlestowncitizens@gmail.com
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