Monthly Meeting - Open to the Public

The goals of the committee are:

• To recognize present injustices and racism that still exist within our communities

• Endeavor to ensure a welcoming and inclusive community for all Barrington residents, especially those who experience discrimination and marginalization.

• Provide recommendations for inclusive and equitable practices and polices

• Encourage and support belonging through collaborative initiatives, advocacy, and outreach.
  
  For more information about the committee please visit: https://www.barrington.ri.gov/258/Diversity-Equity-and-Inclusion-Committee

Join the Town of Barrington and the Friends of the Bay Spring Community Center in a discussion about changes coming to the center. As a result of a state grant, we will be evolving the building to serve community needs better. You are an important stakeholder in this decision so please join us and share your thoughts to help steer the future of this important resource.

The Bicycle-Pedestrian Advisory Committee (BPAC) is charged to advise the Town administration, Planning Board and Town Council on bicycle and pedestrian projects, plans and policies, fostering a transparent process for decisions regarding bicycles and pedestrians. The Committee will provide feedback and input on implementing the Town's Complete Streets Plan, focused on creating, connecting, and promoting safer streets and routes in town. Visit the Complete Streets webpage to learn more.  

Join us for "Songs for Swings," a fundraising event to help youth golfers embark on their golf journey. Enjoy live performances by Mark Whittaker, Fred Mostly, and the Kevin Fitta & Steve Gregory Duo. Enjoy delicious food and drinks available for purchase, participate in the raffle, and support the cause through your donations.

📅 When: Sunday, December 15, 2024, at 2 PM
🎟️ Tickets: $10 (available online or at the door)

Don't miss this afternoon of music, fun, and community!

Every performance is surprisingly different and always entertaining, exciting and educational with the award-winning Atwater~Donnelly duo, who provide a unique and thrilling blend of traditional American and Celtic folk music and dance, along with original songs and poetry. The highly praised husband-wife duo blends gorgeous vocals with an astounding array of instruments including the mountain dulcimer, old-time banjo, tin whistle, guitar, mandolin, harmonica, limberjacks, feet and more.

Suggested Donation:  $20  (Kids 12 & under - FREE)

The Open Space Committee is charged with the implementation of the Town’s Open Space Plan and the open space provisions of the Town’s Comprehensive Plan. The Committee shall make recommendations for future acquisitions of open space parcels and recommend guidelines and priorities for the use, improvement and management of open space throughout town, including environmentally sensitive conservation areas, farmland, trails and passive recreation areas within parks.

Meeting agendas and minutes can be found on the Secretary of State’s website. 

December 27 agenda is available here

Meetings are open to the public.

Monthly Meeting - Open to the Public

The goals of the committee are:

• To recognize present injustices and racism that still exist within our communities

• Endeavor to ensure a welcoming and inclusive community for all Barrington residents, especially those who experience discrimination and marginalization.

• Provide recommendations for inclusive and equitable practices and polices

• Encourage and support belonging through collaborative initiatives, advocacy, and outreach.
  
  For more information about the committee please visit: https://www.barrington.ri.gov/258/Diversity-Equity-and-Inclusion-Committee

The Resilience and Energy Committee advises the Town Council on short and long-term strategies to:

• Promote energy efficiency

• Create savings and reduce the environmental impact of Town energy usage through conservation and the use of sustainable energy resources

• Provide education outreach and assistance to the citizens of Barrington in attaining these objectives

Meeting agendas and minutes can be found on the Secretary of State’s website. 

Meetings are open to the public.

For more details and to register, click the button below

Enigmatica's BSCC concert on December 8 at 2:00 PM, "Music for a Winter's Day," will present pieces from their 5 CDs, including their 2024 CD release, "The Road Less Traveled." The ensemble will also play music for the winter holidays written by a variety of composers, from the Bach to the 21st Century.

Director: Marilynn Mair, mandolin

Mandolins: Charles Moser, Jim Dalton, Jacque Russom

Mandolas: Catherine Hawkes, Gayle Raposa

Octave Mandolin: Lisa Abbatomarco

Guitar: Robert N. Martel

7-string Guitar: Paul Dressel

Enigmatica and Marilynn Mair will have CDs for sale at the event for holiday shopping.

Enigmatica is a New England-based mandolin ensemble directed by Marilynn Mair. Part chamber orchestra and part plucked-string double-quartet, Enigmatica performs a variety of music: Baroque, Brazilian, eclectic contemporary, and Americana pieces written by group members and friends. The ensemble features instruments of the mandolin family — mandolin, mandola, octave mandola, and 6- and 7-string guitars. Ensemble members come from Massachusetts, Rhode Island, and New Hampshire. 

“The sound of Enigmatica can be described as sparkling, effervescent, fluid, precise, and joyous. The clarity of line they achieve is breathtaking, completely the equal of any string quartet or chamber ensemble playing today.” – Mandolin Magazine

“Enigmatica wove an illuminated musical tapestry, rich in sound and vision.” – Rick Massie, East Bay Window

The Resilience and Energy Committee advises the Town Council on short and long-term strategies to:

• Promote energy efficiency

• Create savings and reduce the environmental impact of Town energy usage through conservation and the use of sustainable energy resources

• Provide education outreach and assistance to the citizens of Barrington in attaining these objectives

Meeting agendas and minutes can be found on the Secretary of State’s website. 

Meetings are open to the public.

The Bicycle-Pedestrian Advisory Committee (BPAC) is charged to advise the Town administration, Planning Board and Town Council on bicycle and pedestrian projects, plans and policies, fostering a transparent process for decisions regarding bicycles and pedestrians. The Committee will provide feedback and input on implementing the Town's Complete Streets Plan, focused on creating, connecting, and promoting safer streets and routes in town. Visit the Complete Streets webpage to learn more.  

Monthly Meeting - Open to the Public

The goals of the committee are:

• To recognize present injustices and racism that still exist within our communities

• Endeavor to ensure a welcoming and inclusive community for all Barrington residents, especially those who experience discrimination and marginalization.

• Provide recommendations for inclusive and equitable practices and polices

• Encourage and support belonging through collaborative initiatives, advocacy, and outreach.
  
  For more information about the committee please visit: https://www.barrington.ri.gov/258/Diversity-Equity-and-Inclusion-Committee

Mad Marble Run! Workshop