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The North Smithfield Heritage Assn (NSHA) will hold its 2023 Annual Heritage Dinner at 6 pm on June 17 at the Village Haven Restaurant, 90 School Street, Forestdale.  The event features a traditional family-style chicken dinner followed by the hilarious interactive comedy of Father Patrick Aloysius Misgivings who presents stories and one-liners about growing up Catholic.

 

Come share this fun-filled evening with family and friends!  Tickets cost $30 each.  Funds raised will help complete the interior restoration of the historic Forestdale School.    

 

Those interested may purchase tickets on-line using Venmo or PayPal Giving Fund or pay in person by cash or check at the Town Hall, Village Paint, or at the Memorial Town Building.   Please make checks made payable to “NSHA” and mark “Dinner Tickets” on the memo line, and mail to P.O. Box 413, Slatersville, RI 02876.  Volunteers can also deliver tickets to your doorstep locally. 

 

Contact the NSHA at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or 401-651-6316.   

 

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