According to the RI Association of Realtors, home sales continue to soar. “Current conditions are fantastic for sellers. The buyers are out there. We’re seeing multiple offers and reduced selling times. If homeowners list their house with a realistic price, they should see plenty of traffic. The market could definitely use more inventory," said Arthur Yatsko, President of the Rhode Island Association of Realtors. Read the full article at RILiving.com.














   *Infographic courtesy of RI Living. 

Auditions for the Jamestown Community Theatre production of Seussical are rapidly approaching! Performers will be asked to learn and sing the first verse of the song "Oh, The Thinks You Can Think", learn a short dance routine, and recite a short monologue.

Date/Time: August 21st, 1pm
Location: Jamestown Parks and Recreation Center 
Want more information? 
Email: JCTAuditions@gmail.com or visit the website: www.jamestowncommunitytheatre.com

The original Broadway cast's rendition of the song can be found on YouTube here.

Another wonderfully patriotic and exciting 4th of July celebration in Jamestown this year! Thank you to the Rocket Hogs for the fireworks show; the Jamestown Community Band and the Becky Chase Band for the music.

Click here for a list of Jamestown Rec programs and sign-up information. Happy Summer!! 

“Realtors are busy. It’s been a while since we’ve seen this level of sustained activity. Buyers are tapping into the lowest interest rates in three years and home owners who were not in a position to sell before, are now able to do so...Consumers on both sides of the transaction are seeing the value in making a move,” commented Arthur Yatsko, president of the Rhode Island Association of Realtors.

With 986 single family homes sold in Rhode Island last month, May marked the 18th consecutive month of increased year-over-year sales.  Sales activity rose nearly 19 percent compared to May, 2015, while the median sales price rose 5 percent to $239,000. Read the full RI Living article here.





*infographic courtesy of the RI Association of Realtors

Rhode Island home sales increased nearly 15 percent in the first quarter of 2016, compared to the same period in 2015. The RI Association of Realtors president, Arthur Yatsko, states "In many towns, we're seeing a bit of a seller's market because of a diminishing suppy of inventory."

So how did Jamestown fare?
We saw a 133% increase in sales, with 21 houses sold in the first quarter, up from 9 in 2015.

Read the full article from the Providence Journal. 

PRESERVATION • ASSISTANCE • EDUCATION

The purpose of the Conanicut Island Land Trust, as stated in the articles of incorporation, is "to promote for the benefit of the general public the preservation of natural resources principally in, but not limited to, the Town of Jamestown . . . To engage in and promote the scientific study of and education regarding natural resources . . . to use all properties held or controlled by the corporation for the benefit of the general public." The Conanicut Island Land Trust was incorporated in 1984 as a private, not-for-profit, tax exempt organization under Rhode Island law, and it is recognized as a 501(c)(3) qualified non profit organization under the Federal tax code.

The Land Trust website has information on donating to the Trust, as well as tips on how to conserve your land. With the gorgeous spring weather we've been having, consider taking a walk at Godena Farm, a 26 acre piece of property purchased by the Land Trust. It is open to the public and is located on North Road.

 

The Spring 2016 Rec department brochure is out and there's something for everyone! Take a look here and call to register.

Contact Jill Goldstein to register for Adult and Youth Programs: 423-7260.
Molly Conlon to register for Teen Programs and activities: 423-7261 

DATES: Friday, April 1, 7:00pm; Saturday, April 2, 7:00pm; Sunday, April 3, 3:00pm

I Never Saw Another Butterfly, by Celeste Raspanti, records the period of time from 1942-1945 when over 15,000 Jewish children passed through Terezin, a previous military garrison set up as a ghetto. Under pressure, the Germans “beautified” the ghetto and permitted representatives from the Danish Red Cross and the International Red Cross to visit in June 1944. They planted lovely gardens and painted and renovated the barracks. It was all a highly crafted ruse that included theatrical presentations, operas, and concerts, all staged for the visiting dignitaries.

Tickets in advance are $10 for adults, $7 for seniors & students. They also can be purchased at the door, $12 for adults, $10 for seniors & students. Tickets go on sale on March 10th and can be purchased at the following vendors in Jamestown: Baker’s Pharmacy, The Secret Garden, Cathryn Jamieson Salon, and at the Jamestown Arts Center. They also can be purchased off island at Pleasant Surprise in Newport and at Midnight Sun in Wickford. Any questions – call Iris (401) 258-8151.