The American Legion Post#15 in East Greenwich is a hall with a restaurant and bar. The kitchen offers regular specials, such as fish and chips on Fridays. The hall is available to rent and is used by various organizations for events such as weekly auctions and entertainment. It is also the location of the Christmas Eve Community Dinner sponsored by Christ Church.
The East Bay Chamber of Commerce is an association of businesses formed to protect and improve local businesses in Barrington, Bristol, Warren and their surrounding areas.
The chamber is composed of more than 500 businesspeople hailing from diverse industry backgrounds. East Bay Chamber of Commerce members get updates on the latest networking and volunteering opportunities. Members also receive discounts, free advertising and inclusion in the chamber's business directory.
This local Y is truly one of Barrington's great resources, as it more than lives up to the organization's commitment to family and community. With programs for young and old – including its youth swim team, the Bayside Stingrays – there's always something to do at the Y. It's especially great for moms and dads, who can use the Y's Prime Time and babysitting while they work out or take a yoga class. One nice plus: an outdoor swimming pool is open during the summer. And as part of YMCA of Greater Providence, members have full access to Ys in Rhode Island and Massachuestts.
Goddard Park is 489 acre park located on the Potowomut peninsula, comprised of woodlands, fields, coastline and manicured grounds. There are mature tree specimens from all over the world and more than 18 miles of trails for the enjoyment of equestrians and hikers alike.
Goddard Park is home to a public beach, several ball fields and C&L Stables, a stable through which one can hire a guide and horse for public trail rides. Other features one may enjoy while visiting Goddard Park are a nine-hole golf course and a beach with bath houses.
Special events, including horse shows and a weekly Farmer's Market, are hosted at Goddard Park seasonally. Summer concerts are held at The Goddard Park Carousel, which can also be rented for private events such as weddings.
The Southern Rhode Island Chamber of Commerce, located just off Route 1 in Wakefield, is an ideal stop to learn about the South Kingstown area or gather up-to-date information on the community and its events. Offering visitor information, a business directory, a calendar of events and more, the helpful, friendly staff at the Chamber can answer any South County area questions or help citizens become involved in business and social events.
Frenchtown Baptist Church has a long history that dates back to 1798. It is an evangelical church that, according to Pastor Mel Bautista, seeks to make disciples of Jesus Christ.
The church is affiliated with the Conservative Baptist Association. It offers a "blended" worship, combining traditional hymns and contemporary praise music.
Before service on Sundays, there are two separate adult study sessions – one that is Bible-based and one addresses topical issues.
This non-profit business organization includes businesses in East Providence, Barrington, Seekonk and Rehoboth. The membership organization promotes local businesses, encourages economic development, sponsors events and provides resources for job seekers. Executive director is Laura A. McNamara.
Built in 1978, the public library is in integral part of the community and offers an extensive collection of reference, fiction, non-fiction, teen and children's literature. Patrons can also borrow DVDs, VHS tapes, CDs and books on tape with their library card.
The library has a large selection of online databases for visitors to use on public computers, including Ebsco Host, World Book Online and Heritage Quest.
The staff is very knowledgable, attentive, and always ready and willing to help their patrons find what they are looking for.
Families are encouraged to visit the library together, as frequent events are held for every age group, such as Story Hour (in the bright and cozy children's section) and book discussion groups.
St. Patrick's Catholic Church belongs to the National Catholic Parish. There are a number of differences between the Roman Catholic Church and the National Catholic Parish. The National Catholic Parish allows divorced and remarried Catholics to receive the Eucharist, it permits clergy to marry and support themselves through secular employment and it also allows all baptized Christians to receive the sacraments of Penance and the Eucharist. More of the differences and similarities are explained on the Saint Patrick's Catholic Church's interesting website.
St. Patrick's Catholic Church is a large church that believes in helping the community by organizing and contributing to food banks, Christmas tree giveaways, clothes drives and more.St. Patrick's Catholic Church also has a religious education program for children and adults. The members of this congregation are like family and welcome anyone to join them and experience parties, cook-outs and a wholesome spiritual bond.
