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Charlestown Citizens Alliance Newsletter - October 6, 2026
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Bonnie serves on the Town Council, having been elected five times. She served previously as treasurer and a director of the Frosty Drew Observatory and Science Center for 7 years and has a BA in Economics. She has devoted years working to protect the environment and our precious natural resources and believes growth must be carefully planned, sustainable, and consistent with our rural character and heritage, and for that to happen, the State needs to return control of land-use decisions to the town and recognize the value of our irreplaceable resources.
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Charlestown Town Council Candidate Forum
When: Tuesday, October 6, from 6 pm to 7:30 pm (doors open at 5:30 pm)
Where: Cross Mills Public Library, 4417 Old Post Rd., Charlestown
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When: Sunday, October 11 at 11:00 am sharp. There is no rain date!!
Where: Meet up near the soccer fields and tennis courts at Ninigret Park
Who: Sponsored by Charlestown’s Block Island Sound Bikeway Committee
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To celebrate October, Charlestown’s Block Island Sound Bikeway Committee invites interested cyclists to join them for a ride.
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The deadline to apply for a mail ballot for the November 3 general election is October 13. If you think an out-of-town trip, bad weather, or any other reason may stop you from voting in the 2026 general election, consider ordering a mail ballot. Or if you simply enjoy the convenience of voting by mail, the reason "I choose to vote by mail" is an allowed reason to request a mail ballot.
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When: Wednesday, October 14 at 5:30 pm
Where: Quonochontaug Grange, 5662 Post Road in Charlestown
What: Charlestown Land Trust Members’ Annual Meeting with keynote speaker Sara Michaud from the Rhode Island Beekeepers Association
Who: This meeting is free and open to everyone
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When: Saturday, October 17 at 3:30 p.m.
Where: Mill Pond Preserve, 4962 South County Trail in Charlestown (across from East Charles St. on South County Trail)
RSVP: Please register for this event
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The Charlestown Land Trust invites you to join them at Mill Pond Preserve for their annual S’mores Social. Enjoy a marshmallow roast with good company and conversation!
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When: October 17 and 18 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Where: Over 30 art workshops and exhibits in multiple locations in Hopkinton, Richmond and surrounding areas
What: Visit local artists and artisans in their studios and workshops and view their amazing work
Cost: Free
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The local candidates profiled in this post are individuals with the skills and dedication to act in the best interests of all the citizens of our town. They will do the hard work to protect our environment, safeguard our rural character, and keep our tax rate as one of the lowest in Rhode Island.
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The banner image is a photograph of a Bobcat 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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