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By Abbie Lahmers
THE MUST LIST
A Bristol tradition, the Fourth of July Parade will go on this year
10 essential events happening this month
Through July:
The Galactic Theatre brings live music to their new cabaret stage every weekend to enjoy with full table service and a menu of flatbreads, sandwiches, and sundaes; reservations are encouraged. Warren, Facebook: Galactic Theatre
July 5:
Follow the red, white, and bluestriped roads for the Fourth of July Parade in Rhode Island’s most patriotic town. This year expect a vehicle procession and don’t forget to mask up. Bristol, FourthOfJulyBristolRI.com
July 9-11: Like the grounds of a European chateau, the botanical mastery of stops along the Newport Secret Garden Tours must be seen to be believed. Stroll through these normally private outdoor spaces. Newport, SecretGardenTours.org
July 11-24: Celebrate our foodie claim to fame with 14 days of dining specials for Providence Restaurant Week: breakfast, lunch, and dinner options available for in-person experiences or takeout. GoProvidence.com/RW/
July 16:
The Collaborative screens popular films all summer at the Drive-In at 30 Cutler, but you’ll want to mark your calendars for the Local Film Festival featuring four films with Rhody roots. Warren, TheCollaborative02885.org
July 22-24: What would a South County summer be without the Blessing of the Fleet Festival? This three-day event features seafood, a virtual 10-mile road race, and of course blessings bestowed on the fleet. NarragansettLionsClub.org
July 30: Common Fence Music presents Summer Outdoor Concerts celebrating American folk music at Norman Bird Sanctuary, this month featuring Grammy award-winning musician Dom Flemons. Middletown, NormanBirdSanctuary.org
July 17 & 31:
July 23-24: Get your tickets for a stacked lineup of musicians performing for Newport Nights at the Newport Playhouse and Cabaret Restaurant, with food trucks, cocktails, and other vendors, too. NewportPlayHouse.com
July 30-August 1: Three intimate days of timeless jazz performances and collaborations will take over Fort Adams for the Newport Jazz Festival. Health protocols will be in place to keep the gathering safe. NewportJazz.org
Local artists working in a wide spectrum of mediums set up shop for Summer Outdoor ArtMarts at the WaterFire Arts Center, where shoppers can connect with makers and find unique pieces. Providence, WaterFire.org
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The Bay • July 2021
Photo by Ed King, courtesy of Explore Bristol
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