Tuesday Five: Vacuum Needed, Asthma Help, Volunteers Sought

Globe Park Vacuum - Globe Park School is seeking a donated vacuum cleaner for the school custodians. Call the school at (401) 767-4830 if you have one you'd like them to take off their hands.

Back to School Asthma Program - The Community Asthma Programs of Hasbro Children's Hospital, in collaboration with Thundermist Health Center, invites you and your children to a going back to school Asthma Education Class. Join us on Thursday, August 22 from 5:00 to 7:30 pm at Thundermist Health Center, 450 Clinton Street, Woonsocket. To register call 444-8340.

Race Against Racism volunteers sought - Volunteers are needed for YWCA Race Against Racism at Autumnfest. Many opportunities are available to support the 5K run/walk on Oct. 13 from 7 to 11 a.m.

Volunteers are needed in the following areas: race set up, registration, water station, on course guide, finish line, and clean up.  A volunteer form is available on the Race Against Racism website. 
 
In Case You Missed It: There are two remaining fundraisers leading up to the city's 125th birthday block party Aug. 29 - one of them tonight: 

• Aug. 20: Jazz Up Woonsocket at Chan's. The Mike Larko Band with special guests will entertain . Complimentary food, music. 6-9 p.m. $10 donation requested. Check out the Valley Breeze's article for more detail.
• Aug. 22: Social Ocean Luau at Christopher's Restaurant (Outdoor pig roast and island party) 

Craft Class at Library - Make free crafts on Fridays, 1-2 p.m. at Woonsocket Harris Public Library. This program is great for kids aged 10 & up. Aug. 22 and 23. A different craft each day may include duct tape arts, beading, bracelet making and more. contact Teen Desk at 767-4132.