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The farmers’ markets take place at St. John’s Church, across from the Barrington Shopping Center.
Final Barrington farmers market of season is Thursday
The Barrington Business and Community Association will host its final farmers market of the season on Thursday, Aug. 11. The event will be held from 4 to 7 p.m. at St. John’s church, across … more
Seals tours this Saturday in Newport
Hop aboard vessel Katherine of the Jamestown Newport Ferry to do a loop around Newport Harbor, pass by Citing Rock and Rose Island and a few other nearby spots that the grey seals frequent this time … more
Navy Choristers present 'Christmas in Song'
The Newport Navy Choristers present “Christmas in Song,” a concert to benefit the Women’s Resource Center, on Friday, Dec. 1, at St. Barnabas Church in Portsmouth. Tickets are … more
Bristol Art Museum and Rogers Free Library present new Moby Dick inspired exhibit
In collaboration with the spring 2024 Bristol Bookfest, The Bristol Art Museum, and Rogers Free Library announce a new juried community exhibit - Hold Fast; Stay True - through which artists visually … more
East Providence launches summer concert series
The East Providence Recreation Department has announced the 2023 "Concerts in the Park" series, which is being held weekly in Riverside! Shows will take place on Thursdays at 6pm from June 1 through … more
Polar divers scamper out of the water at Island Park Beach on Jan. 1 of this year. They’ll be running back in at noon sharp on Monday.
In Portsmouth: They’ll be diving in again on Monday
PORTSMOUTH — The annual Polar Dive set for noon sharp on New Year’s Day will once again benefit the Island Park Preservation Society. The lighting of the bonfire will be at 11:18 … more
Sea glass jewelry workshop with Audubon
This Saturday, March 30, join the Audubon Society and design and create a beautiful pendant with sea glass found on local beaches. Learn how to choose the right piece of glass and transform it using … more
Wunnegin, the renovation of which recently won a state preservation award, is among the homes on the tour set for next Saturday, Sept. 17.
Doors open at some of Little Compton's most historic homes
Some of Little Compton's most historic homes and historical properties will be open for public tours next Saturday, when the Little Compton Historical Society holds its historic property tour for the … more
Newport String Project presents the Newport County Concert Series
The Newport String Project is delighted to announce details of the second installment of its Newport County Concert Series this weekend, December 2nd and 3rd. The project’s resident ensemble, … more
Acclaimed duo performing Saturday evening at Four Corners
The highly acclaimed husband-wife duo, Aubrey Atwater and Elwood Donnelly, will perform at the Tiverton Meeting House at 6 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 22. The duo present delightful programs of … more
Newport Polo season begins on Saturday
The Newport International Polo Series presented by Turkish Airlines will launch its 32nd season on Saturday with USA vs. Ukraine making its debut! Ukraine is the 36th nation … more
Providence hosts Three Nights of Lights
Make the season bright during Providence’s Three Nights of Lights, presented by Dunkin'. This three-day festival of lights includes fun for the whole family, with free citywide events, all … more
The Bristol County Fifes and Drums Corps. perform a musket salute during the 2021 Memorial Day Observance in Bristol.
Bristol Memorial Day observance at North Burial Ground on Monday
Beginning at 9 a.m. at the North Burial Ground, the opening program will include remarks from the guest speaker and parade marshal, Lt. Col. Sheri Boucher, USAF. more
'Night at the Mansion Halloween Haunt' returns to Linden Place
Back by popular demand, Linden Place, an 1810 historic home in the center of Bristol, R.I., is hosting its second annual "Night at the Mansion Halloween Haunt" on Thursday, Oct. 27, from 7 to 10 p.m. … more
Dave McCarthy, veteran and chairman of the Warren Honor Roll Committee, will provide opening remarks for events throughout the two-day Memorial Day remembrance event schedule.
Warren Memorial Day observance schedule of events and parade route
Warren will observe Memorial Day with two days of events on Sunday and Monday. See the full schedule and parade route here. more
Owl Prowl in Middletown Friday night
Get ready to embrace nature and join Norman Bird Sanctuary for their Owl Prowl on Friday night. Prowl the trails at dusk as native owls begin to set up their nesting territory. You’ll learn how … more
Festival of Historic Houses in June
The Providence Preservation Society (PPS) is excited to celebrate its 41st Festival of Historic Houses on June 10. This year, the self-guided tour will explore homes and gardens … more
The late Richard "Sweet Pea" Hart will be honored this year.
Save your clams — Shellstock is coming
Shellstock is coming in just over two weeks, and organizers hoping to raise funds to keep the town's shellfish stocks healthy are dedicating the event in honor of long-time shore engineer, assistant … more
Newport Dance Festival July 19-24
Newport's own Island Moving Company will be joined by five visiting dance companies during the Newport Dance Festival, held from 7:00-9:00 p.m. on the nights of July 19-24. The performances will be … more
Newport Film hosts 'A Disturbance in the Force'
In 1977, "Star Wars" became a cultural phenomenon that single-handedly revitalized a stagnant film industry, and forever changed how films were sold, made, and marketed. Movies would never be the … more
Historical Society adds holiday flair to Lantern Tours this Christmas weekend
The Newport Historical Society is putting a holiday spin on their History Tours this Friday, Dec. 23! Learn about traditional holiday celebrations on this 60-minute guided evening tour through the … more
Fourth at Pierce 'fires' on July 3
The annual East Providence Independence Day Celebration, conducted by the Recreation Department, takes place Monday July 3, at Pierce Memorial Stadium on Mercer Street. Gates open at 6 p.m. A … more
A bagpiper from the Westport Fire Department plays during the town's Veterans' Day ceremony last November. This year's ceremony is Friday.
Westport honors veterans in ceremony Friday
Westport will honor those who have served in the United States Armed Forces, including the approximately 900 veterans who call Westport home, during its annual Veterans Day … more
Annual holiday tree lighting and Holiday Stroll in Jamestown
This Saturday, Dec. 2, stroll through historic Jamestown and take in the beautiful window displays! Many local businesses will be offering discounts and holiday treats throughout the Holiday Stroll, … more
Tiverton veterans, asked to speak at last year's Veterans' Day services at Grinnell's Beach, pose for a photo following the ceremony's conclusion.
Tiverton marks Veterans' Day Friday
Tiverton will mark Veterans' Day Friday, Nov. 11, with an 11 am ceremony at the World War I monument at Grinnell's Beach.  Following is a speech that will be read at the ceremony by Tiverton … more
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