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Charlestown Citizens Alliance Newsletter - May 21, 2026
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What: Financial Town Referendum
When: Monday, June 1, from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: Charlestown Town Hall, 4540 South County Trail
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Monday, June 1, is the annual Financial Referendum on the budget for the upcoming fiscal year beginning July 1, 2026. The June 1 vote is on the municipal services portion of the budget; the Chariho portion was approved by voters on April 7.
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When: Saturday, May 23, from 8am to Noon
Where: St. Andrew Lutheran Church, 15 East Beach Road, Charlestown
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Hanging baskets, annuals, perennials, mixed containers, vegetables, and herbs.
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When: Thursday, May 21, from 6 pm to 7 pm (Rain Date: Thursday, May 28)
Where: Carter Preserve Western Trailhead, 931 Kings Factory Rd, Charlestown
Registration: Preregistration is required for this walk - link to register in post
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A Traditional Ecological Knowledge (TEK) walk focuses on understanding nature through Indigenous perspectives and ecological knowledge.
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Parade on Old Post Road on Sunday
When: Sunday, May 24 at 1 p.m.
Where: Starts at the South Kingstown line and ends at Charlestown Liquor Store
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Parade in Carolina on Monday
When: Monday, May 25 at 11:00 a.m.
Where: Starts at the Richmond-Carolina Fire Station and ends at St. Mary’s Church in Charlestown
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When: May 7 to May 28
Where: Cross Mills Library (4417 Old Post Rd, Charlestown) and guided hikes at Canonchet Brook Preserve in Hopkinton and Mill Pond Preserve in Charlestown
What: Writing About Place is a collaborative community series featuring four writing workshops and two guided hikes focused on observing, experiencing, and writing about the landscapes around us.
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When: Saturday, June 6 from 9 am to noon
Where: Charlestown Mini Super, 4071 Old Post Road, Charlestown
Why: Indie Cycle is offering this great opportunity to dispose of your unwanted electronics that can be either recycled, reused or refurbished.
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When: Saturday, June 20 from 10 am to 4 pm (Rain or Shine)
What: Cross’ Mills Public Library will host its biennial garden tour
Why: Summer is coming and the gardens are beautiful!
Cost: Tickets are $30 and may be purchased at the Library or online
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This year Charlestown voters will elect the individuals who will lead our town into the future, and it matters who is elected to town government. Much of what has been created and protected is at risk if people who cherish Charlestown’s beautiful, natural character do not stand up and volunteer to guide our town. Needed are individuals who understand that protecting our environment and preserving our natural resources are critical to maintaining our quality of life and our low tax rate.
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The banner image is a photo of a Semipalmated Plover at the Quonochontaug State Boat Ramp area by Peter Herstein. 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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