Local News and Events in Cranston, RI

Trash Pickup Shifts This Week

Monday, July 6, 2026 · Cranston, RI

Because Independence Day fell on Saturday, July 4, Cranston says curbside trash and recycling collection is delayed by one day for the rest of the week of July 6-11. If your usual pickup day is Monday through Friday, plan on service moving back one day.

This local community update for Cranston, RI is scheduled for Monday, July 6, 2026 and is presented by Liz Kettelle. To view more upcoming local headlines, community events, and real estate market insights specific to the Cranston, RI area, explore the event calendar and property resources below.

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Upcoming Community Events in Cranston, RI

Explore July 2026 community events, local happenings, and neighborhood activities in Cranston, RI.

Tuesday, July 14, 2026

Library Card Contest Returns

Cranston Public Library's Library Card Design Contest is back, with open studios on July 14, July 21, and July 28. Residents can stop by a branch to work on a design, or pick up an entry form at any branch if they canno...

Monday, July 20, 2026

City Council Meets July 20

The City Council meets Monday, July 20 at 7 p.m. in the Council Chambers at City Hall. This is the city's regular monthly public meeting, and it is a good chance for residents to follow local decisions and city business.

Tuesday, July 21, 2026

Budlong Aquatic Center Offers Daily Swimming

Budlong Aquatic Center is scheduled to operate on Tuesday, July 21, as part of its 2026 summer season. Daily hours are noon to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Saturday, although weather, maintenance, special events, and staffi...

Tuesday, July 21, 2026

Knightsville Hosts Sunny Days Storytime

Sunny Days Storytime is scheduled for Tuesday, July 21, from 10:30 to 11:00 a.m. at the Knightsville Branch Library, 1847 Cranston Street. The Cranston Public Library program gives local families a weekday opportunity t...

Tuesday, July 21, 2026

Cranston Library Opens Card Design Studio

The Cranston Public Library's 2026 Library Card Design Contest continues with an open studio on Tuesday, July 21, from 2:30 to 4:00 p.m. Residents can drop in during the studio to work on a card design. People who canno...

Wednesday, July 22, 2026

Central Library Hosts Young Adult Book Group

The Cranston Public Library calendar lists the YA for Adults Book Group at Central Library on Wednesday, July 22, from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. The meeting will take place in the Children's Program Room at 140 Sockanosset Cros...

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Trash Pickup Shifts This Week is listed for Monday, July 6, 2026.

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