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Author showcase and book signing event Thursday night
An author showcase hosted by the Association of Rhode Island Authors and Borealis Coffee features presentations by authors, readings, Q&A, and signed copies of the books for sale. Authors are … more
Popular Porchfest returns to downtown Bristol on Sunday
Scheduled for Sunday, Sept. 18, from 3 to 6 p.m., Bristol PorchFest 2022 will feature 9 porches and 18 musical acts. more
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Specialty Thanksgiving Farmers Market in Tiverton on Sunday
The third annual Thanksgiving Specialty Farmers Market takes place on Sunday, Nov. 20, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m at the Tiverton Middle School cafeteria event space. Stroll the food vendors, producers, … more
It's Jonnycake Day at Coggeshall Farm
A Rhode Island classic, jonnycakes (or johnnycakes) are thick or thin cornmeal pancakes depending on what part of the Ocean State you’re in. In Rhode Island’s South County, they like them … more
Meet Your Maker winter market series
There are two more winter markets. At the March 28 market, there will be gift shopping and holiday orders. Shop for the latest in locally-produced food and beverages, contribute feedback, share in … more
Taiko drummers perform in Independence Park in 2019. There will be several opportunities to see the drums this weekend, with a Friday night performance in Rockwell Park at 6:30 p.m. and three demos throughout the Saturday Arts & Crafts and Martial Arts Fair at Independence Park from 10:30 a.m. to 3: 30 p.m. They will also be performing at the Gala at Ochre Court, Newport, on Saturday night.
Bristol's 'Black Ships Festival' is this weekend
This year’s Black Ships Festival, the 39th annual, will kick off at 10 a.m. Friday with opening ceremonies at Rockwell Park. more
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Works of art, 8 inches or smaller, were accepted by artists of any level of skill to the show.
Small works arts show to debut at the Collaborative
You can see the work, submitted by over 37 local artists, beginning Thursday, Dec. 8. more
Aquidneck Growers Market is Saturday morning in Newport
Aquidneck Community Table's (ACT) winter market is held on Saturday mornings at Stoneacre Garden in Newport. The market hours are 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. through April 29. The market provides easy … more
Image courtesy of Duke's Bakery, Fall River
Fall River Restaurant Week – 10 days, 21 restaurants
Fall River Restaurant Week starts this Friday, March 24, and offers 10 days of delicious deals for diners. Spearheaded by Viva Fall River in conjunction with the City of Fall River, this year’s … more
Audrey Pham, a senior at Portsmouth High School, is organizing an art show fund-raiser to support the nonprofit Kids & Art Foundation.
In Portsmouth: Celebrating art’s power to heal
PORTSMOUTH — Portsmouth High School senior Audrey Pham knows how impactful art has been on her life. Now she wants to spread the word and help a good cause to boot. For her senior project, … more
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The Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church Feast Chief Marshal this year is longtime parishioner Denise Asciolla (center). She is flanked by Nicholas Simeone (left, the Thomas Vendituoli Award recipient) and the Rev. Henry P. Zinno Jr., pastor of Mt. Carmel Church.
Mt. Carmel's 125th July Feast begins July 9
Everything is ready for the 125th Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church 16th of July Feast, according to the Rev. Henry P. Zinno, Jr. more
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The Pogs play July 16 in Warren
The Pogs play Sunday night in Warren
The Warren Summer Concert Series takes place Sunday evenings throughout July and August, with shows between 5 and 8 p.m. at Burr's Hill Park. The remaining show schedule is: JULY 16 - THE … more
Newport Film Outdoors hosting a night at the ball park
Newport Film Outdoors is hosting a special night at the ball park, with a screening of “Saint of Second Chances,” on Thursday, Sept. 7, at Cardines Field in Newport. ABOUT THE … more
Farmers' market planned for this week, all summer in Barrington
Residents and non-residents alike can look forward to a new farmer’s market in Barrington this summer. The farmer’s markets will be held at St. John’s Church on Thursdays, June … more
Burr's Hill Park free concert series
Come see folk artist Atwater-Donnelly Trip for free at the Band Shell in Burr's Hill Park on Sunday, August 14 at 5:00. Picnics and dogs are welcome.  The Warren Concert Series will … more
Warren Quahog Festival and Art Show returns this weekend
The Quahog Festival will return in a new format, and the Art Show returns for its 29th year. more
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Mount Hope Farmers Market is inside the barn on Saturday
The weekly  Mount Hope Farm farmers' market continues in its winter location this Saturday, Jan. 14, with vendors set up inside the historic barn. The market brings together dozens of local … more
Imago welcomes Jake Blount on Sunday
Imago Foundation for the Arts   welcomes Jake Blount, an award-winning interpreter of Black folk music. In his hands, the banjo, fiddle, electric guitar and synthesizer become ceremonial … more
Tiverton Farmers Market features dozens of vendors on Sunday
The Tiverton Farmers Market features a rotating selection of vendors, inside at the Tiverton Middle School. Hours of operation are Sundays from 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Vendors (subject to change) … more
Property steward Bill Kirkpatrick will introduce visitors to Johannis Farm Wildlife Preserve on June 25.
Land Trust leading tours of Barrington’s open spaces
Hundreds of acres of wild open space have been preserved by the Barrington Land Conservation Trust and the Town of Barrington. This summer, you can discover five of these protected areas and meet the … more
Oktoberfest in Newport on Saturday
The Fort Adams Trust  and  Ragged Island Brewing Co. are hosting the second annual Newport Oktoberfest on Saturday, Sept. 16. Bavaria meets the Ocean State on the beautiful north lawn … more
Fresh and local, farmers' markets move indoors
The air has turned colder and the days are shorter, but popular farmers' markets continue throughout the region. Here is a quick recap of opportunities for fresh food and goods: more
Brooks Williams
Guitarist, singer and songwriter at coffeehouse
The Stone Church Coffee House welcomes internationally renowned blues singer Brooks Williams. He “was playing Americana before it had been given the name.” (CMP). Listed in the Top 100 … more
Herreshoff music series presents Roomful of Blues
The Herreshoff Marine Museum will conclude its annual Summer Sunset Music Series with a concert by Roomful of Blues on the waterfront overlooking Bristol Harbor. They have tables, chairs and picnic … more
The completed mural at the Warren Town Wharf.
New mural completed at Warren Town Wharf
The Warren Arts and Cultural Commission (WACC) is inviting the public to visit the recently completed Warren Waterfront Mural Project during the Warren Walkabout on Sunday, Oct. 22. more
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