Local News and Events in Johnston, RI

Food trucks return to Johnston park

Thursday, July 9, 2026 · Johnston, RI

Food Truck Events are back for 2026, with a July 9 kickoff at Johnston War Memorial Park starting at 5 pm. The town says the evening will feature more than 75 regional food trucks, live local music, and refreshments, and attendance is free.

This local community update for Johnston, RI is scheduled for Thursday, July 9, 2026 and is presented by Liz Kettelle. To view more upcoming local headlines, community events, and real estate market insights specific to the Johnston, RI area, explore the event calendar and property resources below.

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Upcoming Community Events in Johnston, RI

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

July 2026 Schedule

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Tuesday, July 7, 2026

Planning Board meets July 7

The Planning Board is scheduled for Tuesday, July 7, at 6 pm at the Johnston Senior Center on Hartford Avenue. Residents following development and subdivision matters may want to keep an eye on the agenda.

Tuesday, July 7, 2026

Teen tabletop games start

Mohr Library says weekly tabletop role-playing game sessions begin Tuesday, July 7, from 2 to 3 pm. The program is designed for tweens and teens, and the library says no experience is needed.

Thursday, July 9, 2026

Drop in Art starts

Mohr Library's weekly Drop in Art sessions begin Thursday, July 9, from 2 to 3 pm. It is a simple summer stop for tweens and teens, and the library says all materials will be provided.

Thursday, July 9, 2026

Civil War talk opens adult series

Mohr Library opens its adult summer reading series on Wednesday, July 9, at 6:30 pm with A Soldier's Life in the Civil War. The talk looks at the daily struggles faced by a Rhode Island soldier during the war.

Monday, July 13, 2026

Council meeting is July 13

Johnston's regularly scheduled Town Council meeting is set for Monday, July 13, at 7 pm at the Municipal Court Building on Atwood Avenue. It is the town's second-Monday meeting, so neighbors with local concerns may want...

Thursday, July 16, 2026

Whitman program at Mohr

On Wednesday, July 16, at 6:30 pm, Mohr Library presents Unlaunched Voices: an evening with Walt Whitman. The one-man show is part of the adult summer reading schedule and will include light refreshments.

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Food trucks return to Johnston park is listed for Thursday, July 9, 2026.

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