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Register For SRICC's 'Obamacare and Small Employers' Forum (and 4 More Things)

Patch's quick take on the essential things to know, the most interesting things to do and best places to be in Narragansett and South Kingstown on Thursday, Sept. 12.

Here's a handful of things to keep in mind for today.

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    Computer Basics in Narragansett: From 11 a.m. to noon today, the Narragansett Public Library (35 Kingstown Road, Narragansett) will offer a free computer basics class for those just beginning to learn how to use a computer. An instructor will briefly go over the physical computer parts, how to power on and off, how to use the Start menu, how "Windows" works, and more. Users will also be allowed to practice using the mouse and keyboard. Note: This class does not include information on Apple products, only Microsoft. For more information, call the Library at 401-789-9507.

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    Register Today - Obamacare and Small Employers: From noon to 1:30 p.m. tomorrow, Sept. 13, the Southern RI Chamber of Commerce (230 Old Tower Hill Rd., Wakefield), will host "Obamacare: How it Affects Small Employers". The free event will feature a luncheon roundtable discussion with Kristy Armstrong (the Fabulous Flying CPA), Michael Paolino (Edward Jones Investments) and James Lawrence (Lawrence and Associates). Click here to register.

    International Wine & Local Cuisine Tickets: Purchase your tickets today for the Southern RI Chamber of Commerce's International Wine & Local Cuisine event, scheduled from 5-8 p.m. on Sept. 26 at the Peacedale Mill Complex (1425 Kingstown Rd., South Kingstown). The popular event (that sells out fast!), will feature great eats from Matunuck Oyster Bar, George's of Galilee, Coast Guard House, Wild Wood Catering, Crazy Burger and many more local vendors and eateries! Tickets are $35 per person or $300 for a pack of 10. Click here to purchase yours today!

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    Be a Sports Blogger! Are you crazy about Narragansett and/or South Kingstown sports? Gansett-SK Patch is looking for bloggers for the fall sports season, whether it be youth, high school, college or professional. If you're interested, or know a player, coach or parent who might be, have them send an email to lauren.costa@patch.com, or simply click here for all of the details and instructions!

    Fall Activities in SK: The South Kingstown Parks & Recreation Department has published its Fall 2013 brochure that lists all of the fun classes, activities and trips offered this autumn. Click here to view and/or download the guide.

    To find more things to do this week, check out our event listings.


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