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Revolve Dance Project
Revolve Dance Project will be bringing together young dancers, musicians, choreographers at the Jane Pickens Theater in Newport. The performances will feature live music from string musicians, … more
Mermaid menagerie: aquatic art at King Lens and Friends Gallery
Dan Blakeslee, folk musician and artist, will be displaying his works at The Kings Lens and Friends Gallery. Blakeslee is known for his nautical style, featuring mermaids and other ocean … more
Goat yoga at Simmons Farm
Simmons farm will be hosting goat yoga on Saturday, July 30 from 8:30-10:00 a.m. Come meet the "kids" and get a relaxing workout in while hanging out with some adorable friends. Enrollment is $25 … more
Free 80s rock concert in Warren
Back in the Day will be bringing the best hits of Journey, Van Halen, Bon Jovi and more to the Band Shell in Burr's Hill Park with a free concert on Sunday, July 31 at 5:00. Picnics and dogs are welcome.  The … more
Bristol Warren Education Foundation's annual fundraiser is Saturday
The ‘Bee-cathlon’ will be held in-person and indoors at the Roger Williams University Field House on Saturday, May 13 from 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. more
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These seahorses were found in Tiverton in September 2021 by students from Roger Williams University. They were donated to Audubon for public viewing and education purposes.
New exhibits open at Audubon this summer
The Audubon Nature Center and Aquarium at 1401 Hope St., Bristol, on the Warren town line, has new aquatic exhibits this summer. It is open Mondays to Sundays from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. • … more
Hope & Main schoolyard market
Hope & Main, a Warren nonprofit which supports local resturaunts, chefs and food-related companies, will be holding a market every Wednesday from 4-7 p.m. Come enjoy the best local food and … more
King Park free concerts: Bar Fly, CC Louise and Friends
King Park in Newport will be holding free concerts every Sunday through August 29 from 3:00-6:00 p.m., as a part of NIMFest. The whole family is welcome, including pets. This Sunday, July 31, come … more
Annual free Trunk or Treat is this Sunday at Burr’s Hill
Stop by Burr’s Hill Park this weekend, Sunday, Oct. 29 from 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. for the annual Trunk or Treat event. more
Warren Arts and Quahog Festivals return this weekend
Lovers of fine art, fine food, and live music should mark their calendars for Saturday, Sept. 23 and Sunday, Sept. 24, as the Warren Arts Festival and the Warren Quahog and Seafood Festival will be celebrating their 30th and 39th annual outings at Burr’s Hill Park. more
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Amber Jackson, founder of Black Leaf Tea Co., was chosen as one of two finalists among six competitors during last week’s Munch Madness pitch competition. Ramon Hinds, founder of the family-owned Orisirisi Spice of Life, which makes specialty hot pepper sauces, was the other finalist chosen. They will face off in a final competition during Hope & Main’s Twilight Party on Saturday, Sept. 23.
$10,000 is on the line at Hope & Main's Twilight Party on Saturday
Ramon Hinds of Orisirisi Spice of Life and Amber Jackson of Black Leaf Tea Co. were chosen as the two finalists competing for a $10,000 grand prize. They both started at Hope & Main. more
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Steve Connolly with his world record bushel gourd, which weighed in at 470.5 pounds and crushed the prior record by over 100 pounds at last year’s weigh-off.
Fall fun upcoming at Frerichs Farm
Two events at Frerichs Farm are sure to delight autumn fans of all ages. more
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The timeline including the list of all known enslaved individuals that came through Bristol, seen on display outside of Linden Place.
Presentation: Who were the enslaved of Bristol and Warren?
On Thursday, Sept. 28 at 6:30 p.m. at the George Hail Library, Courtney Garrity, creator of the database with the Bristol Historical and Preservation Society will meet with Pat Mues and Sarah Weed of the Warren Middle Passage Project to discuss their research. more
Warren summer concert series begin Sunday at Burr's Hill bandshell
The Town of Warren opens a weekly summer concert series this Sunday night, July 10, at the bandshell in Burr's Hill Park. Shows are weekly from now through Sept. 4, from 5 to 8 p.m. Visitors are … more
'Assault on the First Amendment' focus of Thursday event
The struggle to preserve the principles of the First Amendment will be the topic of the opening Bosworth Lecture to be held on Thursday, Sept 8, at 7 p.m. at the Rogers Free Library (Bristol). The … more
Warren Memorial Day events start Sunday morning, continue on Monday
Memorial Day events in Warren begin at 8:15 a.m. at the Town Wharf, continuing with ceremonies and parade on Monday, May 29. more
The poster for the Walkabout was designed by Warren artist, Corissa Amber.
Warren Walkabout 2022 kicks off Sunday
The Warren Walkabout is back, and there will be plenty to do during its festive events on each of the three subsequent Sundays (the 16th, 23rd, and 30th). more
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Each year the members of the Warren Fire Department gather for a celebration and remembrance of those who have served and passed away. A parade and performance from the Mt. Hope marching band is planned for this year.
Warren Firefighter’s Memorial Parade this Sunday
The event will being with mass at St. Mary’s Church at 8:00 a.m., with a parade following from the town’s fire department headquarters at 11:00 a.m. more
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The Warren Folks Fest will return on Saturday, Aug. 28 at 30 Cutler Street.
Warren Folks Fest returns Aug. 28
Warren Folks Fest is a celebration of all things local and all things artistic. It will be held on Saturday, Aug. 28 from 1-8 p.m. at the mill complex at 30 Cutler Street. more
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The Schoolyard Market at Hope & Main will feature food, cocktails, and plenty more each Wednesday evening from June 15 through Sept. 28
Hope & Main’s Schoolyard Market opens June 15
Schoolyard Market happens every Wednesday from 4-7 p.m. June 15 through Sept. 28 at Hope & Main, 691 Main Street, Warren. more
Sunset walk at wildlife refuge
A sunset walk for teens and adults is on Friday at theTouisset Marsh Wildlife Refuge. Take a leisurely walkalong the trails and observe the twilight activities of wildlife in the meadows and marsh. … more
Helen Leffers, of Barrington, is offered a beer after participating in the 14th annual Finish for a Guinness 5K last year.
Don’t miss the 15th (and final) Finish for a Guinness 5K
Lace up your racing shoes and do some calf stretches, because it’s time for the 15th Annual Finish for a Guinness 5K race, taking place on Sunday, Sept. 3 in Warren. more
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Fire spinners from last year’s Holiday Festival dazzle a crowd. Festival-goers can expect more of their impressive displays on Friday during two shows occurring at 5:15 and 6:15 at 39 Baker St.
Warren Holiday Festival kicks off Friday
Lights, captivating performances, and fun for all ages is right on the horizon. more
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Narrows Center August concerts: The Garcia Project
Narrows Center for the Arts in Fall River will be holding a concert series every weekend in August.  The Garcia Project will be performing on August 5 at 8:00 p.m., with doors opening at … more
Local art, music, food at Warren Folks Festival
Nonprofit arts organization The Collaborative is inviting the community to the sixth annual Warren Folks Festival on Saturday, August 20 from 1:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at 30 Cutler Street in … more
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