Local News and Events in East Greenwich, RI

Kindergarten Starts August 31

Monday, August 31, 2026 · East Greenwich, RI

East Greenwich Public Schools' official 2026-2027 calendar lists Monday, August 31, as the first day of kindergarten. Students in grades 1 through 12 begin four school days earlier, on Thursday, August 27. Families with incoming kindergarten students should review school communications for classroom assignments, arrival procedures, transportation details and any orientation information before the first day. The kindergarten date applies to the district's local public schools.

This local community update for East Greenwich, RI is scheduled for Monday, August 31, 2026. To view more upcoming local headlines, community events, and real estate market insights specific to the East Greenwich, RI area, explore the event calendar and property resources below.

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Upcoming Community Events in East Greenwich, RI

Explore August 2026 community events, local happenings, and neighborhood activities in East Greenwich, RI.

Monday, August 3, 2026

LEGOS Drop In Returns To Library

Children ages 2 to 12 can drop in at the East Greenwich Free Library, 82 Peirce Street, on Monday, August 3, from 10:00 a.m. to noon for a LEGO and DUPLO building session. Materials will be provided in the meeting room,...

Tuesday, August 4, 2026

Healthy Habits Session Welcomes Young Children

The East Greenwich Free Library will host a Healthy Habits session for children ages 3 to 7 on Tuesday, August 4, from 9:00 to 10:00 a.m. The program covers plant parts, stretching, hands-on food activities and healthy...

Wednesday, August 5, 2026

Planning Board Meets At Town Hall

East Greenwich's Planning Board is scheduled to meet Wednesday, August 5, from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. at Town Hall, 125 Main Street. The board's 2026 schedule identifies the meeting as an in-person and remote session, giving...

Thursday, August 6, 2026

Repercussions Play Academy Field Thursday

The East Greenwich Summer Series continues Thursday, August 6, at 6:00 p.m. with The Repercussions at Academy Field. The concert is free and open to the public, and no registration is required. Residents can bring a law...

Monday, August 10, 2026

Town System Maintenance Limits Services

East Greenwich town systems will be unavailable Monday and Tuesday, August 10 and 11, for scheduled maintenance. During the outage, the Finance Department cannot process payments in person, online or by phone, or provid...

Wednesday, August 12, 2026

Library Hosts Summer Challenge Finale

The East Greenwich Free Library will hold its Summer Challenge finale Wednesday, August 12, from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. at 82 Peirce Street. Children who participated in the summer challenge can attend with their families, p...

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Kindergarten Starts August 31 is listed for Monday, August 31, 2026.

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