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Find floral inspo at What Cheer Flower Farm’s annual festival

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10 essential events this month

For a statewide listing of events visit us online! HeyRhody.com August 27: What Cheer Flower Farm hosts the 2022 Flower Festival, an all-day outdoor floral-themed event benefiting the Olneyville-based flower charity. Find wedding inspo in floral displays and enjoy themed food and drinks. Providence, WhatCheerFarm.org

August 2: Grab your bachelor or bachelorette party and hop on the Jamestown to Newport Coastal Queen Cruise for a scenic night out on the water over wine and cheese pairings from Grapes & Gourmet. Jamestown, CoastalQueenCruises.com

August 4: Brush up your penmanship skills with Cocktails & Calligraphy at Reiners in the Providence Graduate. Sip drinks and learn pretty lettering techniques – perfect for giving invitations custom flair. Providence, SipAndScript.com

August 4, 11, 18, 25: Looking for a special group outing or pre-wedding pampering? The OH! Spa at Ocean House offers Pedicures & Prosecco events Thursdays for a relaxing soak, filing, and nail polish over bubbly. Watch Hill, OceanHouseEvents.com

August 6: Shop a variety of used treasures and unique gems at The Farmer’s Daughters’ Annual Barn Sale for garden decor and more to incorporate in one-of-a-kind wedding table centerpieces. South Kingstown, TheFarmersDaughterRI.com

August 9: Be inspired by a menu of Rhody restaurants and farm harvests featuring top chefs giving live dish preparations at Farm Fresh RI’s Local Food Fest. Enjoy exquisite eats, signature cocktails, and live music at Castle Hill Inn. Newport, FarmFreshRI.org

August 11: Connect with the region’s top wedding professionals and bridal boutiques at the Ocean State Bridal Show at North Beach Clubhouse while being inspired by the coastal views. Engaged couples register free. Narragansett, BridalShowsByKelly.com

August 11: The annual Brides on the Beach Flash Mob invites everyone to come dressed in their wedding gowns, tuxedos, bridesmaids dresses, and other fancy garb to play model on the beach and get some fun photos. Narragansett, Facebook: Bridal Shows by Kelly

September 23: Getting ready for a fall DIY wedding? Bloom Back Flowers pops up at the RI Spirits Tasting Room for a Flower Arrangement Class, plus the chance to learn about mixology and drink pairings. Pawtucket, Eventbrite: Flower Arrangement Class and Cocktails

October 16: Mark your calendar for the Rhode Island Bridal & Wedding Expo at the RI Convention Center. From bridal fashion shows to top vendors, find everything you need to start planning your dream wedding. Providence, BridalShowsRI.com

Please note that events may require proof of vaccination or a negative COVID-19 test and mask-wearing regardless of vaccination status.