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title: This Week in Cranston – February 2–8, 2026
description: "This Week in Cranston: Events, sports, local businesses, and community updates for February 2–8, 2026."
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# This Week in Cranston – February 2–8, 2026

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## From winter adventures and creative kids’ programs to competitive game nights and professional networking, Cranston and the surrounding area have a full slate of events this week. Here’s what’s happening.

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### ❄️ Zoo Winter Wonder Days — Half-Priced Admission Bundle up and enjoy winter at the zoo! **Roger Williams Park Zoo** is offering **half-priced admission** throughout January and February as part of its *Zoo Winter Wonder Days*. Cooler temperatures often mean more active animals, making winter a surprisingly great time to visit.

- **Dates:** Ongoing through January & February
- **Time:** 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
- **Location:** 1000 Elmwood Avenue, Providence
- **Details:** Discount applied automatically at checkout
- **More info:** [https://www.rwpzoo.org/event/winter-wonder-days/](https://www.rwpzoo.org/event/winter-wonder-days/)

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### Pompom Pets @ Oak Lawn (Kids Program) Kids in grades K–5 can get creative at the **Pompom Pets** in-person workshop at the **Cranston Public Library – Oak Lawn Branch**. Using yarn, felt, and googly eyes, participants will design their own animal, monster, alien—or anything their imagination comes up with.

- **Date:** Tuesday, February 3, 2026
- **Time:** 4:00 – 4:45 PM
- **Location:** Program Room, Oak Lawn Branch
- **Audience:** Grades K–5
- **Registration:** In-person program

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### 🎯 Indoor Cornhole League Begins Tuesday nights get competitive with the launch of **Harbor Lights’ first-ever Indoor Cornhole League**. This six-week league combines friendly competition, food and drink specials, and cash prizes of up to $1,000. Teams play multiple best-of-five matches each night, with points accumulating toward final standings.

- **Start Date:** Tuesday, February 3
- **Time:** Warm-ups at 6:00 PM | Matches 6:30–10:00 PM
- **Runs:** Tuesdays from 2/3–3/10
- **Location:** **Harbor Lights**, 150 Gray Street, Warwick
- **Registration:** Email events@harborlightsri.com
- **More info:** [harborlightsri.com](http://harborlightsri.com/)
  
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### ☕ Beyond the Business Card — Monthly Meet-Up Professionals looking to build meaningful connections can attend **Beyond the Business Card**, a monthly networking meetup focused on authentic relationships and purposeful growth. Hosted by the Central Rhode Island Chamber of Commerce, the event features coffee, conversation, and learning in a relaxed environment.

- **Date:** Wednesday, February 4, 2026
- **Time:** 8:00 – 9:30 AM
- **Location:** Washington Trust Business Center, 3280 Post Road, Warwick
- **Cost:** $5 members | $15 non-members
- **Series info & registration:** [https://checkoutri.com/events/beyond-the-business-card-meet-up-group/](https://checkoutri.com/events/beyond-the-business-card-meet-up-group/)

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Whether you’re planning a winter zoo outing, signing kids up for a creative program, joining a new league, or growing your professional network, Cranston has something happening all week long. Get out, get involved, and enjoy everything the community has to offer.

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