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Area Tourist Information Centers Greater Westerly/Pawcatuck Area Chamber of Commerce 1 Chamber Way, Westerly, RI 02891 800-SEA-7636, 401-596-7761 www.WesterlyChamber.org Charlestown Chamber of Commerce 4945 Old Post Road, Charlestown, RI 02813 401-364-3878 www.CharlestownRIChamber.com

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un Publishing Co. is happy to help you make the most of your summer. This pocket guide is your link to all of this summer’s events from New London to Newport. It has what you need to plan time with family and friends shopping, dining or being entertained. The Summer Fun Guide is divided into geographical sections, making it easy to find what you are looking for. The event schedule extends through October 2012 so you can visit again as autumn arrives. You may find that once you’ve stayed here, it’s hard to leave.

South County Tourism Council 4808 Tower Hill Road, Wakefield, RI 02879 800-548-4662, 401-789-4422 www.SouthCountyRI.com South Kingstown Chamber of Commerce 382 Main Street, South Kingstown, RI 02879 401-783-2801 www.SKChamber.com Narragansett Chamber of Commerce Towers of Narragansett 36 Ocean Road, Narragansett, RI 02882 401-783-7121 www.NarragansettRI.com/chamber North Kingstown Chamber of Commerce 8045 Post Road, North Kingstown, RI 02852 401-295-5566 www.NorthKingstown.com East Greenwich Chamber of Commerce 591 Main Street, East Greenwich, RI 02818 401-885-0020 eastgreenwichchamber.com Block Island Chamber of Commerce 1 Water Street, Block Island, RI 02807 401-466-2982 www.blockislandchamber.com Newport Chamber of Commerce 45 Valley Road, Middletown, RI 02842 401-847-1600 www.newportchamber.com

NEW LONDON, GROTON, MYSTIC, STONINGTON, N. STONINGTON & PAWCATUCK, CT . . . . . . . . . . 6 Events Calendar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 WESTERLY, WATCH HILL, MISQUAMICUT, HOPKINTON, RI . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Events Calendar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 CHARLESTOWN, RICHMOND, WAKEFIELD, NARRAGANSETT, & S. KINGSTOWN, RI . . . . . . . 54 Events Calendar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64 WICKFORD, N. KINGSTOWN, NEWPORT, & BLOCK ISLAND, RI . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80 Events Calendar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86

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NEW LONDON, GROTON, MYSTIC, STONINGTON, N. STONINGTON, & PAWCATUCK, CT Travel winding roads lined with historic stonewalls, salt-air blowing through your hair, and discover Southeastern Connecticut’s refreshing summer getaways. Nestled among panoramic water views, Southeastern Connecticut’s small cities, towns and boroughs host a treasure-trove of activities. Walk historic waterfronts, kayak through serene estuaries, peruse art galleries or discover the nightlife. Let the rich maritime history of the area lure you out to sea on a fishing expedition, lobster cruise or daylong private charter. Hike or bike through green vistas and shaded groves of the area’s scenic state parks. Taste the legacy of Connecticut’s rich colonial farming history at local farmer’s markets or sample Connecticut vintages along the Connecticut Wine Trail. If you’re craving a sensational nightlife,

see what’s in the cards at Mohegan Sun or Foxwoods casinos where comedy clubs, hot dance scenes and world-class entertainment will keep you going ’til dawn. Founded in 1646, “The Whaling City” of New London is home to the Joshua Hempsted House, the oldest documented frame building in North America. Take steps along Connecticut’s Freedom Trail and visit the Robert Mills US Custom House & Museum, the oldest continuously operating U. S. Custom House in the country, where the slave ship, Amistad, was first brought in 1839, and where the first action was taken to free the slaves who had taken over that ship. Journey back in time following the Heritage Trail; 30 brass plaques set in the sidewalk will guide you along historic streets lined with 18th and 19th century buildings.

Visit sites that welcomed famous and infamous revolutionary figures of American history, tour the Shaw-Perkins Mansion where George Washington slept or view the schoolhouse where Nathan Hale taught before enlisting in the Connecticut militia. Just outside of downtown New London, stand in the Ye Antientest Burial Ground, founded in 1652, where many early settlers are interred and some of the oldest-known graves of early Black colonists can be found. It is from this scenic hillside that Benedict Arnold is said to have stood to watch British troops conquer Fort Griswold. A short drive along the waterfront brings you to the massive granite fortifications of Fort Trumbull, a 19th Century hexagonal fort built in the Egyptian Revival style. Continued on page 8

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Enjoy boundless views of Long Island Sound and catch glimpses of local lighthouses studding the harbor’s edge. Just beyond the fort, visit Monte Cristo Cottage, the boyhood summer home of Eugene O’Neill, America’s only Nobel-Prize winning playwright. The charming Victorian cottage houses a permanent exhibition on the life and works of the dramatist and served as the setting for two of O’Neill’s most notable works, Ah, Wilderness! and Long Day’s Journey Into Night. If theater is your passion, enjoy Broadway shows, opera or memorable musical guests at Garde Arts Center and take in the complex’s stunning centerpiece Garde Theatre, once a 1920’s movie palace and now nationally recognized for it’s gorgeously restored Moroccan interior. View master works at the Lyman Allyn Art Museum, seek out current and sometimes controversial work of local artists at Bank Street’s Hygenic Art Galleries or follow art that’s taken to the street in Hygenic’s Wall-to-Wall Mural project. While you’re out and about, don’t miss New London’s annual outdoor festivals. July hosts both Sailfest, New London’s largest festival featuring a 5K road race, fine crafts festival, amusement rides and a major fireworks display, as well as Fish, Tales, Tugs & Sails a celebration of children’s literature and the environment. No visit to Waterford would be complete without a day spent in Harkness Memorial State Park. Magnificent views of Long Island Sound stretch across the horizon, cool breezes make kite flying and picnicking favorite activities on the sweeping, seaside lawns. At the heart of the 230 acres park is Eolia, the Harkness family’s elegant summer mansion, surrounded by walled gardens brimming with summer color. Parasail over the Sound or take a charter tour to spot seals, bald eagles and get a mariner’s view of local lighthouses. At the nationally recognized Eugene O’Neill Theater Center, experience the work of some of the nation’s up-and-coming playwrights, actors and directors. If speed is your thing, visit Waterford Speedbowl for fast-paced NASCAR action.

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Known as the Submarine Capital of the World, Groton saw the launch of the main submarine fleet in World War II and the launch of the USS Nautilus, the world’s first nuclear-powered submarine. Learn more, and tour USS Nautilus, at the US Navy Submarine Force Museum where admission and parking are free! Explore Long Island Sound with area experts at the University of Connecticut’s Project Oceanography at the scenic Avery Point campus. Unique educational adventures include lighthouse expeditions and oceanographic research cruises. Back on land, bike your way along the scenic old shoreline farm in Haley Farm State Park, hike wooded trails and spectacular coastal pathways at Bluff Point Coastal Reserve or tee-off at one the area’s gorgeous golf courses. Mystic is the quintessential New England seafaring haven. Streets lined with one-of-a-kind boutique shops, art galleries and eateries cross the Mystic River at the historic Bascule Bridge. Watch the drawbridge rise to allow the passage of sailboats and other vessels while you enjoy ice cream from a nearby shop. Along the waterfront, stroll the Mystic Continued on page 14

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Creativity in Cloth BY TONY NUNES “Fashions fade, style is eternal.” So says famed designer Yves Saint Laurent. State and Elizabeth Lawrence live by the similar belief that style is essential to the expression of a woman’s creativity. They infuse this belief into their store, Clad in, a women’s clothing experience found in five locations from Mystic to Providence. A Clad in woman is a woman who enjoys fine clothing and shoes. She is more interested in cultivating her own individual style than being driven by a brand. Her wardrobe communicates that unique sense of self, an extension of her creative side. More than anything, a Clad in woman has a solid sense of confidence. Clad in owners State and Elizabeth Lawrence pride themselves in knowing their customers better than most. By taking a personal approach to accommodating their shoppers, they have transformed Clad in to a community of strong women bound by a similar interest in style. They bring this style into all five or their locations, each offering its own experience unique to the other four. At their flagship store in downtown Mystic, Clad in presents the newest seasonable fashions. Their clothing and separate shoe stores in Stonington Borough offer a different collection all together. Their Providence store in Wayland Square consists of yet an entirely separate collection of clothing and shoes. “Each store consists of their own collections, style and colors,” explains State Lawrence. “You won’t see in Mystic what’s in Stonington.” Behind the tall and industrial brick façade of Clad in’s Westerly outlet, items from past collections are collected and heavily discounted, providing a shopping experience that is a bit more diverse than the stores in Mystic, Stonington and Providence. Unlike most outlet stores, Clad in Westerly consists of actual items from past collections, not cheaply manufactured items created just for the outlet. Each of the over fifty designers Clad in sells presents an identifiable style. From the popular San Francisco designer Babette to artisans of clothing, shoes, scarves and jewelry from around the world, each Clad in store is beaming with only the finest styles. Lots of the designers Clad in specialize in are hard to find anywhere, let alone under the same roof. The styles they sell range from

everyday to formal or special occasion attire. The materials in the clothes they sell are not only stylish, but also feel good to the wearer, are easy to care for and drape well on the body. “Our clothes have a timeless, classic quality,” says State. “Each with its own distinct creative twist.” Clad in staffs its own stylists at each of their five locations. Their focus is to develop long-term relationships with all of their customers for all of their clothing needs throughout the year. As the seasons change Clad in stylists help their customers manage their wardrobes, assisting them in integrating multi-faceted looks into their closets. All of the stylists, some graduates of RISD, have a strong background in design. The artistry of design drives these artistic professionals to help their equally artistic customers develop the look that is best creatively suited to their personality. Clad in your style. The Clad in Outlet is located at 32 Friendship Street in Westerly, RI in a converted turn-of-the century industrial warehouse with plenty of free parking. You will find their flagship store in historic downtown Mystic at 24 W. Main with a dedicated shoe store on the second level. Or just down the road off Route 1 in the Stonington Borough, you will discover different clothing collections at Clad in at 158 Water Street and over 100 shoe styles next door at Clad in Shoes at 152 Water Street. The Clad in store in Providence with its own distinctive clothing and shoe collections is at 497 Angell Street. ■

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ration. 500 of the most beautiful, exotic fishes in the world share a 30,000-gallon Coral Reef exhibit. MYSTIC SEAPORT. 75 Greenmanville Ave., 888-973-2767. The nation’s leading maritime museJONATHAN EDWARDS WINERY. 74 Chester Maine um features a 19th century seafaring village with tall Rd., 860-535-0202. Perched upon a 48-acre hilltop gazing out the nearby ocean in North Stonington. The ships, nearly 40 historic buildings, dynamic exhibits and America’s first preservation shipyard. Winery specializes in Napa Valley, California wines, which are specially selected to provide you with the DENISON PEQUOTSEPOS NATURE CENTER. best tasting experience. The technological marvel of 109 Pequotsepos Rd., 860-536-1216. Provides a their new winery will be creating Eastern Connecticut year-round haven for wildlife and a peaceful respite wines as soon as the vineyards start to produce their for local citizens, tourists, nature enthusiasts, hikers grapes. Picnics and gift shopping are good activities and students. Discover the sanctuary, trail-side to take in along with the tour of the vineyards and museum and the natural beauty of southeastern tastings. Connecticut. STONINGTON VINEYARDS. 523 Taugwonk Rd., THE AVERY POINT LIGHTHOUSE. Located near 860-535-1222. Located amongst the Stonington Groton at Avery Point. University of Connecticut Uplands above the ocean coast, the Stonington Campus. The last lighthouse built in Connecticut, Vineyards have been specializing in producing constructed in 1942 by the US Coast Guard. European-style wines for 17 years. It’s located on 53 LYMAN ALLYN ART MUSEUM. 625 Williams St., acres of land and is open seven days a week. There 860-443-2545. Contemporary, Modern and Primitive are free daily tours at 2 PM and the tasting room is Fine Arts, American Decorative Arts, and Connecticut open from 11 AM–5 PM daily for the purchasing and Impressionist paintings, plus changing exhibitions tasting of wines as well as the sale of local gourmet and visiting shows. Grounds include the Deshon-Allyn foods and accessories. Mansion and sculpture gardens, including the MYSTIC AQUARIUM. 55 Coogan Blvd., 860-572-5955. Children’s Art Park. 3,500 sea creatures from a vast array of marine envi- GARDE ARTS CENTER. 325 State St., 888-ONGARDE. ronments take you on a journey into our ocean planet. Broadway, Opera, and Young and Fun comprise the You’ll visit the Alaskan Coast, a one-of-a-kind, nose-to- series showing at the Garde for the 2011/2012 seanose view of beluga whales and seals in a naturalistic son. Shows for everyone young and old, call for a million-gallon habitat, and discover Challenge of the schedule of shows and events. Deep, a unique, interactive experience spanning the Continued on page 16 history of man’s fascination with underwater explo-

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River Park where local anglers try their luck and examples of colonial architecture. As you go, peruse small vessels tie up for an hour or two. Take to the antique shops, boutiques or stop to enjoy opportuniseas aboard the sailing schooner Argia for half-day ties for fine dining. Partake in local maritime legacy or sunset cruises along the scenic coastlines, by touring the town’s historic stone lighthouse, then islands, and lighthouses of Fishers Island and Long head to Fisherman’s Dock to watch Stonington’s Island Sound. Mystic also hosts a number of outdoor commercial fishing fleet come and go as it has for festivals, most notably the Mystic Outdoor Art centuries. In July, become part of local tradition at Festival and Taste of Mystic. the annual Blessing of the Fleet celebration where Appreciate the fresh art and lively local gallery scene solemn memorials for fisherman lost at sea give way to joyful music and entertainment at this truly at the Mystic Art Center or delight in live musical authentic maritime occasion. Several stops along the performances at Cornerstone Playhouse. For the Connecticut Wine Trail are located in Stonington, so most satisfying shopping experience, stroll through pack your picnic basket and blanket and spend a the meandering walkways of Olde Mistick Village. day sampling the local vintages, enjoying tours and Reminiscent of a 1700’s Colonial New England comal fresco concerts. For down-home fun, check out munity, the village is home to over 40 specialty the North Stonington Agricultural Fair in July where boutiques and eateries, as well as a waterwheel, tractor and oxen pulls, hay bale tossing, blue-ribbon duck pond and cinema. livestock and pie-eating contests are sure to provide Be sure to devote a day to Mystic Seaport Maritime entertainment for everyone. ■ Museum, the world’s largest outdoor maritime museum. Step back in time to an authentic 19th century seafaring community. Climb aboard tall ships, watch a blacksmith ply his trade or learn to signal in semaphore. Visit during special events such as the Sea Music Festival, Classic and Wooden Boat Show, Rum Runners’ Rendezvous, and “Moby Dick” marathon. Immerse yourself in all things aquatic at Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration. Get up close to beluga whales, seals and sea lions, penguins, jellyfish and a colorful array of exotic fish in the stunning 30,000-gallon coral reef exhibit. Famed ocean explorer Dr. Robert Ballard’s Institute for Exploration brings undersea exploration to life through a series of innovative, multi-media exhibits. At the Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center, explore eight miles of peaceful trails and discover local wildlife. To learn more about the area’s natural beauty, take part in any number of environmental awareness programs or guided MYSTIC field excursions. AQUARIUM Wander the narrow streets of Stonington Borough in The Town of Stonington to admire prime

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US COAST GUARD MUSEUM. 15 Mohegan Ave., 860-444-8511. Spanning two hundred years of America’s premier maritime service. Current exhibitions include many of the highlights from the collection. Featuring everything from models of a series of early steamships to the 270-foot cutter that plies the waters of today, the exquisite craftsmanship captures the changes in ship design over the last two hundred years. THE MASHANTUCKET PEQUOT MUSEUM. 110 Pequot Trail, P.O. Box 3180, Mashantucket, CT 063383180. The center offers engaging experiences for all ages, from life-size walk-through dioramas that transport visitors into the past, to changing exhibits and live performances of contemporary arts and cultures. www.pequotmuseum.org MAUGLE SIERRA VINEYARDS. 825 Colonel Ledyard Hwy., Ledyard. (860) 464-2987. Established in 2002, Maugle Sierra Vineyards started with St. Croix grapes producing intensively fruit forward red wine and dessert wines. In 2007, Paul and Betty Maugle expanded to their present 11 acres with Traminette and Cayuga White wines. Visitors who come to the

GOLFING BIRCH PLAIN GOLF COURSE. 119 High Rock Rd., Groton. 860-445-9918. Public. 18 hole. Par 54. 2666 yards. ELMRIDGE GOLF COURSE. 229 Elmridge Rd., Pawcatuck. 860-599-2248. Public. 27 hole. Par 71. 6347 yards. LAKE OF ISLES GOLF COURSE. Rte. 2, North Stonington. 888-475-3746. Public. 18 hole. Par 72. 6717 yards. PEQUOT GOLF CLUB. 127 Wheeler Rd., Stonington. 860-535-1898. Semi-Public. 18 hole. Par 70. 5903 yards. SHENNECOSSETT GOLF CLUB. 93 Plant St., Groton. 860-445-0262. Public. 18 hole. Par 71, 9562 yards.

winery for wine tastings or a glass of wine are welcome to bring their own picnic lunch and enjoy the wine patio overlooking the vineyard. Tours are available by appointment. Open for tastings Thursdays and Fridays noon to 6pm, Saturdays and Sundays, 11am–5pm. Visit www.sierramauglevineyards.com. THE TIGERS are a Minor League Baseball Club and an affiliate of the Detroit Tigers. The 2011 baseball season will mark the second for the Tigers at beautiful Dodd Stadium located in Norwich. Tigers baseball is affordable family fun…Hear the ROAR!!! For more information call 860-887-7962 or visit us on line at www.cttigers.com. SALTWATER FARM VINEYARD 349 Elm Street Stonington, CT 860-415-9072. Set on more than 100 panoramic acres — 15 of which are planted with six varieties of grapes, and bordered by tidal marshes, a cove and vistas of Long Island Sound, near the historic New England coastal village of Stonington, Connecticut. ■

BIKING HALEY FARM STATE PARK. Brook St., Groton. (860) 444.7591. A 0.8 mile bike trail winds its way through the scenic old shoreline farm. The Haley Farm Bike Trail, is part of a town-owned bikeway routed from Mystic to Groton on local roadways. BLUFF POINT STATE PARK & COASTAL RESERVE. Depot Rd., Groton. (860) 444.7591. Bluff Point Coastal Reserve offers the visitor a delightful mixture of wooded hiking and biking trails coupled with spectacular wildlife viewing on Long Island Sound. CT RIVER SCENIC OVERVIEW. Route 156 & Old State Rd., Old Lyme. (860) 434-2901. The trail connects with a sidewalk that traverses the Baldwin/I-95 Bridge. On the Old Saybrook side of the bridge, the trail proceeds onto Old State Road, and Old State Road joins with Route 154, which is a recommended bicycle route. On the Old Lyme side of the bridge the trail connects with Route 1, which also is a recommended bicycle route. This connection allows bicyclists to cross the Connecticut River via this trail.

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We have more than 40 delightful shops, brimming with something for everyone, from the basic to the sublime. Wander down our floweredged pathways and enjoy the park - like setting that has made us famous while you check out the latest fashions & accessories, jewelry, footwear, handcrafts, kitchenware, home & garden decor, gifts, collectibles, toys, candy, sports memorabilia and so much more!

Dine in one of our seven fabulous eateries! Find everything from pizza & seafood to steak & sandwiches. And don’t forget the ice cream, fudge and baked goods too! Outdoor dining or indoor - we have it all!

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BOATING & KAYAKING BARN ISLAND & STONINGTON HARBOR BAYBERRY LANE. After you pass UConn Avery Point Campus, Bayberry Lane is the second right. BLUFF POINT. There’s a large pond and protected bay as well as two islands right off shore in the Groton Harbor. Located at the end of Depot Rd. DOCK RD. State launch. Good State boat launch West of Harkness Memorial Park with adequate parking. KENNETH STREETER STATE BOAT LAUNCH. Located on the Thames River off of Fairview Avenue (underneath the Gold Star Bridge) MYSTIC RIVER. 2 launch sites. Go past Mystic Seaport on the right. Take your first right on Isham Street. Launch is at the end of the street. PAWCATUCK PARK. Corner Mechanic Street and West Broad Street (rear), Pawcatuck PERUZZOTTI BOAT LAUNCH. Launch a boat or carry in a car-top boat and enjoy paddling in the Poquonnock River. THE THAMES RIVER/POQETANUK COVE. Exit 86 off I-95. Rt 12 to bridge that crosses the cove. Turn west towards the Thames River on the last street in Ledyard. WATER STREET PUBLIC DOCK AND LAUNCH. Located on Water Street in the historic Fort Rachel area of Mystic, this facility includes a small boat launch and dock.

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BEACHES BLUFF POINT PARK. Depot Rd., Groton. Views of Fisher’s Sound. It’s a 11/2-mile hike or bike ride over a shaded path to a bluff. The beach is not a statesanctioned swim area. DUBOIS BEACH. Water St., Stonington. Pavilion and clean, family-oriented sandy beach. Lifeguards. ESKER POINT BEACH. Groton Long Point Rd., Groton. Shaded picnic area, volleyball courts, concession. GREENS HARBOR BEACH. Pequot Ave. & Converse Place, New London. Lifeguards, concessions, picnic tables. OCEAN BEACH PARK. Ocean Ave., New London. Olympic-sized pool, triple waterslide, amusement park, picnic area, restrooms. WATERFORD BEACH. 305 Great Neck Rd, Waterford. Parking is limited, arrive early on the weekends.

PARKS BARN ISLAND STATE WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT AREA. Palmer Neck Rd., Stonington. Fishing, hiking trails available. BLUFF POINT COASTAL RESERVE. Depot Rd., off US Route 1, Groton. Fishing along the coastline, hiking trails available. HALEY FARM STATE PARK. Brook St., off Route 215, Groton. Acres of hiking and scenery. HARKNESS MEMORIAL STATE PARK. 275 Great Neck Rd., Waterford, CT. (860) 443-5725, (866) 287-2757 LEDYARD GLACIAL PARK AND AVERY PRESERVE. Entrances at Avery Hill Rd., Avery Hill Extension, Whalehead Rd., Ledyard. Hiking trails dot the landscape of this nature conservancy.

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✓ Mark your Calendar MAY 26–28: LOBSTER DAYS Lobster Days will be celebrated at Mystic Seaport, 75 Greenmanville Ave., Mystic, Saturday through Monday, May 26 to 28, from 11am to 4pm. Lobsters in the rough will be served by the Rotary Club of Mystic. Meals will be served picnic-style under the open-air Boat Shed along the Mystic River where visitors can enjoy music of the sea. Proceeds benefit local charities supported by the Rotary. Cost is in addition to museum admission. For more information, visit www.mysticseaport.org or call 860-572-5339. MAY 28: DECORATION DAY AT THE SEAPORT Mystic Seaport, 75 Greenmanville Ave., will pay tribute to fallen Civil War soldiers during the Museum’s annual Decoration Day ceremony Monday, May 28. For a complete list of activities, visit www.mysticseaport.org. JUNE–NOV., EVERY SATURDAY: STONINGTON FARMERS’ MARKET Stonington Farmers’ Market will be open every Saturday from 9am to noon, through November 3, at the Stonington Town Docks, High St., Stonington. Items for sale include a wide variety of locally grown veggies, cheese, bread, meat, eggs, cornmeal, hot sauces, and more. JUNE 2 & 3: SPRING FESTIVAL Jonathan Edwards Winery, 74 Chester Main Road, North Stonington, will hold its annual Spring Festival Saturday and Sunday, June 2 and 3, from noon to 6pm. The event will include wine tasting, gourmet food vendors, an artisans tent and live entertainment. Tickets are $20 at the door. Kids under 21 are free with an adult. Visit www.jedwardswinery.com or call 860-535-0202 for more information.

JUNE–OCTOBER, EVERY SUNDAY: DENISON FARM MARKET Denison Farm Market, held at the Denison Homestead, 120 Pequotsepos Road, Mystic, will be open Sundays from noon to 3 pm, through October 28. Local fruits and vegetables, meat, honey, eggs, maple syrup, herbs, jellies and preserves, cheese and many other items will be available. JUNE 7–10: SEA MUSIC FESTIVAL Mystic Seaport, 75 Greenmanville Ave., Mystic, will host its 33rd Annual Sea Music Festival, Thurs. through Sunday, June 7 to 10, from 9am to 5pm. Music from maritime cultures around the world will be featured. Event is included with paid admission. For more information, visit www.mysticseaport.org or call 860-572-5339. JUNE–OCTOBER FIRST THURSDAY OF MONTH: ART IN THE EVENING Several downtown Mystic art galleries hold concurrent exhibition receptions the first Thursday of the month from 6 to 8pm. Art in the Evening is free and open to the public. Printed maps are available at participating galleries. For more information, visit www.mysticarts.org or call 860536-7601. JUNE 7 & 21, JULY 13 & 26, AUGUST 3 & 24: COCKTAILS WITH THE WHALES Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration, 55 Coogan Blvd., will host Cocktails with the Whales Thursday, June 7 and 21, from 6 to 9pm. Enjoy drinks, food, and live music in front of the outdoor Arctic Coast exhibit, home to the aquarium’s resident beluga whales. Cost is $10 admission per person with cash bar and

hors d’oeuvres available for purchase. Reservations are recommended. Call 860-572-5955, ext. 336, to make a reservation. Attendees must be 21 or older. JUNE 14 & JULY 12: ARTINI HOUR Mix cocktails and creativity at the Mystic Arts Center, 9 Water St., Mystic, from 5:30 to 7:30pm. Cost is $15 and includes instruction, materials, and a featured martini. Registration is required. For more information, visit www.mysticarts.org, or call 860-536-7601, ext. 209, to register. JUNE 16: HOUSE & GARDEN TOUR Visit eight homes and three gardens in Noank Saturday, June 16, from 11 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Rain or shine. Tickets are $25 in advance at Bank Square Books, Mystical Toys, or the Pawcatuck Neighborhood Center, $30 the day of tour at the Noank village park. Sponsored by Our Shoreline Community Association (OSCA). For more information, visit www.noankvillagetour.com. JUNE 18: ENDERS ISLAND GOLF CLASSIC The 10th Annual Enders Island Golf Classic Fundraiser will take place Monday, June 18, at Stonington Country Club, 394 Taugwonk Road, Stonington. Registration begins at 11 a.m., with a shotgun start at 1pm. $175 per player ($100 of which is tax deductible) includes greens fee and cart, access to the driving range, Enders Island golf shirt, lunch, after golf reception and dinner, and auction. The event supports recovery programs at Enders Island. To register or for more information, visit www.endersisland.com or call 860-536-0565, ext. 115. Continued on page 24

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JUNE–OCTOBER THIRD TUESDAY OF MONTH: ART AFTER DARK The Mystic Arts Center, 9 Water St., Mystic, will host Art After Dark the third Tuesday of the month through October, excluding July, from 6 to 8:30pm. Guests can enjoy beer, pizza and soda on the patio, listen to music and watch live art. Tickets are $12 at the door, children ages 6 to 12 $2, 5 and under are free. For more information, visit www.mysticarts.org or call 860-536-7601, ext. 205. JUNE–AUGUST, EVERY TUESDAY: SUMMER SOUNDS The Noank-Mystic Community Band will host the 16th annual Summer Sounds concert series at Mystic River Park, Cottrell Street, Tuesday evenings at 7pm through August 7. Admission is free to the public; please bring blankets or lawn chairs. Picnics are welcome. JUNE–AUGUST, EVERY FRIDAY: CONCERTS IN THE PARK Groton Parks and Recreation Department and Groton Utilities will co-sponsor free Concerts in the Park every Friday through Aug. 10, at 6:30 pm, at Washington Park, Meridian Street, Groton. For a complete list of performers, visit www.cityofgroton.com. Rain dates are Aug. 3 and 17. For more information, call the concert hot line at 860-446-4128. June 22: Rewind June 29: Rock N’ Soul Revue JUNE 29-JULY 1: WOODEN BOAT SHOW The 2012 Wooden Boat Show will take place at Mystic Seaport, 75 Greenmanville Ave., Mystic, Friday through Sunday, June 29 to July 1 during regular museum hours. Traditional classics and contem-

porary wooden boats of every type, both sail and power, will be on display including cruising yachts, launches, runabouts, fishing boats, performance powerboats, daysailers, dinghies, rowboats, canoes, performance shells, multihulls and racing boats. Admission is included with museum admission. For more information, visit www.mysticseaport.org, or call 860-572-5339. JULY 4: INDEPENDENCE DAY AT MYSTIC SEAPORT Independence Day will be celebrated at Mystic Seaport, 75 Greenmanville Ave., Mystic, Wednesday, July 4, from 9am to 5pm. A picnic on the Village Green will be held at noon followed by the children’s parade at 1pm. An 1876 Independence Day ceremony and a concert by the Silver Cornet Band will also take place. All Independence Day celebrations and activities are included in admission; food costs are additional. Reservations are not required. For more information, visit www.mysticseaport.org, or call 860-572-5339. JULY 4: STONINGTON JULY 4 PARADE The Annual Stonington July 4 Parade will be held Wednesday, July 4, at 9:45am The parade will begin at the southwest corner of Wadawanuck Square, Stonington Borough, proceed to Cannon Square and back and will be followed by reading of Declaration of Independence. Free ice cream afterward in Mathews Park. JULY 5, 12, 19, 26: SUMMER NIGHTS MUSIC SERIES Jonathan Edwards Winery, 74 Chester Main Road, North Stonington, will host its Summer Nights Music Series Thursdays in July from 7 to 9:30pm. Cost is

$12. For a complete schedule visit www.jedwardswinery.com or call 860-535-0202. JULY 6–8: SAILFEST 2012 Sailfest, Southeastern Connecticut’s premiere summertime event, will take place Friday through Sunday, July 6 to 8, in downtown New London. There will be a Tall Ships parade of sail from Niantic to New London July 7, fireworks display Saturday evening, concerts by the Coast guard Band, amusement rides, free live entertainment, and over 200 vendors lining the downtown streets. For more information, visit www.saifest.org. JULY–AUGUST, EVERY SUNDAY: SUMMER MUSIC SUNDAYS Visit Mystic Seaport, 75 Greenmanville Ave., Mystic, for free on Sunday evenings from 5 to 8 pm, through Aug. 26. Visitors are invited to stroll through Museum’s historic grounds, walk along the picturesque waterfront and listen to live music performed by local musicians from 5:30 to 7:30. All exhibits will be closed. For more information, visit www.mysticseaport.org. JULY 12–15: NORTH STONINGTON AGRICULTURAL FAIR The 48th North Stonington Agricultural Fair will take place Thursday to Sunday, July 12 to 15, at the North Stonington Fairgrounds, 21 Wyassup Road, North Stonington. The event will feature tractor and animal pulls, animal shows, hay bale tosses, live entertainment, the fair queen, princess and junior princess pageants, arts and crafts, vegetables, fruits, and baked goods. A ham Continued on page 26

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and bean supper will be served at the Grange Hall Saturday from 5 to 7pm. Fair opens at 5pm. Thursday and Friday, Saturday 8:30am and Sunday 9am Admission is $8 for adults, $5 for seniors (Saturday only), free for children under 12. Visit www.northstoningtonfair.org for a complete list of events and times. JULY 21 & 22: SUMMER FOOD AND WINE FESTIVAL Stonington Vineyards, 523 Taugwonk Road, Stonington, will hold its 16th annual summer Food and Wine Festival, Saturday and Sunday, July 21 and 22, from 11am to 5pm. Live music, tours and tasting, food from vendors and area restaurants will be available for purchase. Admission is $12 per person, 21 and over. For more information, visit www.stoningtonvineyards.com or call 860-535-1222. JULY 21: FISH TALES, TUGS & SAILS Fish Tales, Tugs & Sails, a children’s festival for fun and learning, will take place Saturday, July 21, from 11am to 5 pm, at New London’s Waterfront Park. This all-day nautically-themed family festival celebrates children’s literature and the environment. Meet nationallyrenowned children’s authors & illustrators, enjoy live entertainment, hands-on activities, sea critter touch tanks & visit a variety of boats on New London’s Waterfront Park. JULY 28 & 29: ANTIQUE AND CLASSIC BOAT RENDEZVOUS Join Mystic Seaport, 75 Greenmanville Ave., Mystic, for its 37th Annual Antique and Classic Boat Rendezvous Saturday and Sunday, July 28 and 29. View a display of vessels built before 1965. Rum Runners

Rendezvous, an evening of food, drink, music, and dancing will be held Saturday. The 3-mile Downriver Parade will take place Sunday at 12:45pm. Events are included with museum admission. For more information, visit www.mysticseaport.org or call 860-572-5339. JULY 28 & 29: MEET THE ARTISTS AND ARTISANS SHOW Meet the Artists and Artisans Show will take place at the Apple Orchard of Olde Mistick Village, 50 Coogan Blvd., Mystic, Saturday and Sunday, July 28 and 29, from 10am to 6pm. Juried artists and craftspeople will display and demonstrate their work. For more information, visit www.oldemistickvillage.com. JULY 28: DIXIELAND SUNSET CRUISE Enjoy a sunset cruise on the Mystic River Saturday, July 28, on the steamboat Sabino with Dixieland music of the Mystic River Mud Band. The boat leaves at 5:30pm. from the Sabino dock through the main gate of Mystic Seaport, 75 Greenmanville Ave., Mystic. Tickets are $30 and include cruise and music. You are welcome to bring your own picnic supper. Cash bar available. For more information, visit www.mysticseaport.org or call 860-572-5351. JULY 29: JONATHAN EDWARDS IN CONCERT Jonathan Edwards Winery, 74 Chester Main Road, No. Stonington, will host folksinger/ songwriter of the same name, Jonathan Edwards, for his annual summer concert, Sunday, July 29, from 6:30 to 9:30pm. Tickets are $40 with limited availability. This is an adult only event. For more information, call 860-535-0202.

JULY 31–AUGUST 1: MOBY DICK MARATHON The annual reading of all 135 chapters of “Moby Dick” at Mystic Seaport, 75 Greenmanville Ave., Mystic, will begin at noon Tuesday, July 31, continue overnight, and will end at noon Thursday, Aug. 1, with a white birthday cake to celebrate Herman Melville’s birthday. Visitors are invited to participate in the marathon, which includes spending the night aboard the Charles W. Morgan, the last wooden whaleship in the world. There is a charge for the overnight stay and space is limited. For more information, visit www.mysticseaport.org, or call 860-572-5339. AUGUST 4: STONINGTON VILLAGE FAIR The Annual Stonington Village Fair will take place Saturday, Aug. 4, from 10am to 3 pm, on the Village Green, Wadawanuck Square, Stonington Borough. The event will feature food, entertainment, crafters, flowers, games for children, book sale, bric-a-brac and more. For more information, visit www.thecomo.org or call 860535-2476. AUGUST 11 & 12: MYSTIC OUTDOOR ART FESTIVAL Over 250 artists, artisans, and crafters will display their works at the professionally juried Mystic Outdoor Art Festival, Saturday and Sunday, Aug. 11 and 12, on the streets of historic Downtown Mystic. The show opens each day at 10am There will also be music performances, children’s art activities, food and beverages for sale. Admission is free. For more information, visit www.mysticchamContinued on page 28

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ber.org, or call the Mystic Chamber of Commerce at 860-572-5098. SEPT. 7–9: TASTE OF MYSTIC The Greater Mystic Chamber of Commerce will present the Taste of Mystic from 5pm. Friday, September 7, through 5pm. Sunday, September 9, in downtown Mystic. Over 30 local restaurants will line Cottrell Street, each offering a taste of their specialty. Admission is free, but tasting tickets must be purchased. For more information, visit www.mysticchamber.org, or call 860-572-9578. SEPTEMBER 8: 18TH ANNUAL MEMORIAL CONCERT The 18th Annual Memorial Sergio Franchi Concert will take place Saturday, September 8, at 3 pm, at the Franchi Estate, 91 Sergio Franchi Drive, Stonington. Grounds open at noon. Tickets are $30 and proceeds will benefit the Sergio Franchi Music Scholarship Foundation. For more information, visit www.sergiofranchi.com or call 860-535-9429. SEPTEMBER 8: DIXIELAND SUNSET CRUISE Enjoy a sunset cruise on the Mystic River Saturday, September 8, on the steamboat Sabino with Dixieland music of the Mystic River Mud Band. The boat leaves at 5:30pm. from the Sabino dock through the main gate of Mystic Seaport, 75 Greenmanville Ave., Mystic. Tickets are $30 and include cruise and music. You are welcome to bring your own picnic supper. Cash bar available. For more information, visit www.mysticseaport.org or call 860-572-5351. SEPTEMBER 15 & 16: GARLIC FESTIVAL Olde Mistick Village, 27 Coogan Blvd., Mystic, will celebrate the

local garlic harvest with its 5th Annual Garlic Festival Saturday and Sunday, September 15 and 16, from 11am to 6pm. Food, crafts, entertainment, nature programs and more. Free and open to the public. SEPTEMBER 15 & 16: FOOD AND WINE FESTIVAL Stonington Vineyards, 523 Taugwonk Road, Stonington, will hold its annual fall Food and Wine Festival, Saturday and Sunday, September 15 and 16, from 11am to 5pm. Enjoy live music, tours and tasting. Admission is $12 per person, 21 and over. For more information, visit www.stoningtonvinyards.com or call 860-535-1222. SEPTEMBER 16: NORWICH AUTO SHOW 2012 Norwich Auto Show will take place Sunday, September. 16, from 8am to 3:30 pm, at Dodd Stadium, 14 Stott Ave., Norwich. There will be a LEGO building contest, face painting, balloons, giveaways, live music, arts and crafts, flea market and more. SEPTEMBER 30: WILD MUSHROOM FESTIVAL Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center, 109 Pequotsepos Road, Mystic, will hold its annual Wild Mushroom Festival, Sunday, September 30, from 2 to 5pm. Enjoy live music, locally produced beer and juice, while sampling mushroom dishes prepared by area chefs. Cost is $12.50 for members, $15 for non-members. Tickets may be purchased at the door. For more information, visit www.dpnc.org. OCTOBER 6: BEHIND STONINGTON’S DOORS The Stonington Historical Society will host “Behind Stonington’s

Doors,” a village tour of historic homes, Saturday, October 6, from 10am to 4pm. The tour will showcase the interiors of seven unique homes, including the Old Lighthouse Museum. Advance tickets are $25; $30 day of the tour. For tickets contact 860-5358445 or visit www.stoningtonhistory.org OCTOBER 6: GROTON FALL FESTIVAL Groton’s Annual Fall Festival will take place Saturday, October 6, from 10am to 4 pm, rain or shine. There will be an arts and crafts show, business displays, exhibits and food vendors, farmers’ market, car show, fire and safety demonstrations, live music. Event is free and open to all. OCTOBER 6–8: CHOWDER DAYS Mystic Seaport, 75 Greenmanville Ave., Mystic, will hold its annual Chowder Days, Saturday through Monday, October 6 to 8, from 11am to 4pm. Enjoy varieties of chowder, clam cakes, sandwiches, seasonal desserts, beer, wine and apple cider. Cost for food and beverages is in addition to Museum admission. OCTOBER 6 & 7: HARVEST FESTIVAL Jonathan Edwards Winery, 74 Chester Main Road, No. Stonington, will celebrate the grape harvest Saturday and Sunday, October 6 and 7, from noon to 6pm. Enjoy live music, gourmet food vendors, local artisans, and the latest Jonathan Edwards vintages. A family friendly event with pumpkin painting and hayrides for kids and grape stomping contests for the adults. Admission is $25 per person. For more information, visit www.jedwardswinery.com or call 860-535-0202.

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Located on the banks of the Pawcatuck River, Westerly, RI pairs small town tranquility with first-class arts and culture. Art galleries, clothing boutiques and gift shops fill turn of the century buildings in the historic downtown. When hunger strikes, you’ll only be a few steps away from casual dining, distinctive coffee shops or comfortable bars where you’ll find the perfect cure for any craving. History buffs will want to meander past the gorgeous 1912 Beaux Arts style Westerly Train Station and, just up the street, the 1902 Armory with its restored granite crenellations. Also of interest will be tours of the 1734 Babcock-Smith House. Linger beneath the shade of heirloom trees in Wilcox Park, the 18 acre Victorian strolling garden at the heart of downtown. Stroll by flowerbeds, a vintage fountain, gazebo, fishpond and the Runaway Bunny statue, a favorite of local children. Here, in the heart of downtown Westerly, the community gathers to enjoy summer concerts and outdoor theatre. The famed Chorus of Westerly performs a Summer Pops concert, attracting over 25,000 people each June, and The Colonial Theatre invites you to bring a blanket or folding chair to Shakespeare in the Park throughout the month of July. Just steps away from the park, Granite Theatre stages uproarious comedy in the intimate setting of a restored church building. Discover local talent at The Artist Cooperative Gallery

of Westerly, which showcases works by area artists. During monthly Westerly-Pawcatuck Art Strolls, artist studios and local galleries open their doors to welcome the public. Memorial Day weekend, join artisans and art-lovers from across the region at the Virtu Art Festival in Wilcox Park. Bask in the joys of summer at Westerly’s River Glow event where street-performers roam the evening streets to the beat of a steel-drum band and over 30 floating bonfires light up the waters of the Pawcatuck River. Pumpkin painting, antique tractor parades, hay rides, and a Huck Finn look-alike contest are all part of the fun of Swamp Yankee Days in nearby Ashaway. Crandall Field fills with local crafters and vendors for this weekend event. Part of Westerly’s seven mile stretch of endless beaches, Misquamicut Beach is the largest state beach in the Ocean State. Sun lovers can body surf in sparkling salt water, toss Frisbees into the waves or simply bask on the white sand shore. With a modern pavilion offering concessions, a playground, and ample public facilities, it’s easy to spend a whole day at the beach! Amusement rides, water slides, mini-golf and go-carts along with surf shops, t-shirt stores and walk-up food huts make it an easy family favorite. Atlantic Avenue comes alive at night with Continued on page 32

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concerts and activities designed to please the whole family. Blues on the Beach, Hermit Crab Races, Classic Car Cruises, Monday Night Jamz, and Movies on the Beach are just a few summer crowd pleasers. Be there on the Fourth of July for some of the best fireworks in the area. Admire the grandeur of stately summer homes and expansive ocean views in the quaint village of Watch Hill. For over a century, summer visitors have sought out the exclusive shops, restaurants and antique stores along the harbor side streets of this peaceful hide-away. Spend the day at one of Watch Hill’s three immaculate public beaches then gather at the village green gazebo to watch the sun set over the harbor or to listen to the free outdoor Summer Concert series. Children and the young at heart will be delighted by the Flying Horse Carousel, one of the oldest carousels in America. Children taking a spin on the hand-carved horses have a chance to grab a brass ring and secure another ride, gratis! Presiding over Watch Hill, the re-built Ocean House hints at a by-gone era of summer splendor and offers world-class dining and amenities. ■

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BEACHES ATLANTIC BEACH PARK. 321 Atlantic Ave., Misquamicut. Amusements, full-service restaurants, snack bars, restrooms. MISQUAMICUT STATE BEACH. 257 Atlantic Ave., Misquamicut. Seven miles of sandy, white beach. Full facilities, lifeguards. WATCH HILL BEACH. Westerly. Sandy beach with concessions, picnic tables and restroom facilities. WESTERLY TOWN BEACH (WUSKENAU). 311 Atlantic Ave., Westerly. Seasonal parking passes are available to anyone regardless of residency. Day passes also available.

GOLFING BEAVER RIVER GOLF CLUB. 343 Kingstown Rd., Richmond. 401-539-7453. Public. 18 hole, par 70, 6006 yard. BOULDER HILLS GOLF CLUB. 87 Kingston Rd., Richmond. 401-539-4653. Public. 18 holes. FENNER HILL GOLF CLUB. 33 Wheeler Lane, Hope Valley. 401-539-8000. Public. 18 hole, par 72, 6636 yards. FOXWOODS GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB. 299 WoodvilleAlton Rd., Hope Valley. 401-539-8700. Public. 18 hole, par 70, 6004 yard, championship. MEADOWBROOK GOLF COURSE. 163 Kingstown Rd., Richmond. 401-539-8491. Public. 18 Hole, par 72, 6075 yards. PINEHURST GOLF CLUB. 25 Pinehurst Dr. (off Rt. 112), Richmond. 401-364-8600. Public. 9 hole. 3 tee boxes on every hole. MISQUAMICUT CLUB. 60 Ocean View Hwy., Watch Hill. 401-348-8213. Private. 18 hole, par 69, 5760 yards. RICHMOND COUNTRY CLUB. 74 Sandy Pond Rd., Richmond. 401-364-9200. Public. 18 hole, par 71, 6822 yards. WEEKAPAUG GOLF CLUB. 265 Shore Rd., Westerly. 401-322-7870. Semi Private. 9 hole, par 36, 3151 yards. WINNAPAUG COUNTRY CLUB & RESTAURANT. 184 Shore Rd., Westerly. 401-596-1237. Semi Private. 18 hole, par 72, 6361 yards. WOOD RIVER GOLF COURSE. 78 A Woodville-Alton Rd., Hope Valley. 401-364-0700. Public. 18 hole, par 69.

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PARKS WILCOX PARK. 711/2 High St., Westerly. 401-596-8590. The park features dozens of specimen trees, shrubs, and flower beds, along with a pond, fountain, and monuments. Botanical arrangements include a dwarf conifer collection, daylilies, and perennials.

CAMPING FRONTIER FAMILY CAMPER PARK 180 Maxson Hill Rd., Hopkinton. 401-377-4510. HOLLY TREE CAMPER PARK 109 Ashaway Rd., Hopkinton. 401-596-2766. COLWELL’S CAMPGROUND Rte. 177, 119 Peckham Lane, Coventry, 401-397-4614. HICKORY RIDGE FAMILY CAMPGROUND 584 Victory Hwy., Coventry. 401-397-7474. WESTWOOD FAMILY CAMPGROUND 2093 Harkney Hill Rd., Coventry. 401-397-7779. WHISPERING PINES CAMPGROUND 41 Sawmill Rd., Hopkinton.401-539-7011. GREENWOOD HILL CAMPGROUND 13 Newberry Lane, Hope Valley. 401-539-7154. TIMBER CREEK RV RESORT 118 Dunns Corners Rd., Westerly. 401-322-1877.

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POINTS OF INTEREST BABCOCK-SMITH HOUSE. 124 Granite St., Westerly 401-596-5704. Built in 1734, this was the home of Dr. Joshua Babcock, who was the first physician to practice in Westerly. Babcock is known as a friend of Benjamin Franklin. Open seasonally and by appointment. Call for hours. FLYING HORSE CAROUSEL. Bay St., Watch Hill, 401-348-6007. Oldest carousel in America, built in 1867. Each horse is hand carved from a single piece of wood. Open daily through Labor Day. THE NINIGRET STATUE. Bay St., Watch Hill, 401-348-5089. This statue has an unusual history. It was sculpted in 1914 in Paris by artist Enid Yandell, who modeled the statue after an Indian touring with Buffalo Bill’s Wild West Show. Ninigret led the Rhode Island Niantic tribe and is recorded as far back as 1637. NAPATREE POINT CONSERVATION AREA. Bay St., Watch Hill. Allows visitors and dogs on leashes to hike its beaches out to the point. Rugged rock formations are visible off shore, while in the dunes are the wreckage of an old fort. WESTERLY ARMORY. Intersection of Railroad Ave. & Dixon St., Westerly, 401-596-8554. Built in 1901–02, the Armory is a National Register building that welcomes tours through its collection of military and community artifacts. Tours are given to students and groups.

BOATING & KAYAKING MAIN STREET BOAT RAMP. Located on the Pawcatuck River between Union and School streets. MARGIN STREET LAUNCH. On the right as you pull into Westerly Marina. Town ramp. LOTTERYVILLE MARINA. Located on Avondale Rd. on the Pawcatuck River. Privately owned. WATCH HILL BOATYARD. On Pasadena Ave. offers public access to the Pawcatuck River. BRADFORD LANDING. On Pawcatuck River, Rt. 95 Rockville Alton Rd., to Rt. 91, 3 miles on left. CHAPMAN’S POND (BURDEN’S). 164 acres. Rt. 95 to Rockville Alton Rd., to Rt. 91, to Westerly Bradford Rd., approx. 2.5 miles on left. Cement slab ramp.

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✓ Mark your Calendar MAY 26–27: VIRTU ART FESTIVAL The Greater Westerly-Pawcatuck Area Chamber of Commerce will hold its Annual Virtu Art Festival in Wilcox Park, 44 Broad St., Westerly, Saturday and Sunday, May 26 and 27, from 10am to 5pm. More than 180 artists and crafters will participate in this event which will be held rain or shine. Food, live entertainment, sidewalk sales, face painting, and other activities for children will be available. Admission is free. For more information, visit www.westerlychamber.org or call 401-596-7761. MAY–JUNE: THE HALLELUJAH GIRLS The Granite Theatre, 1 Granite St., Westerly, will present the rollicking comedy The Hallelujah Girls through June 10. Performances are Thursday, Friday and Saturday at 8 pm, Sunday matinee at 2. Tickets are $19, $16 for seniors, $12 children under 12. For tickets and more information, visit www.granitetheatre.com or call the box office at 401-596-2341. MAY 28: MEMORIAL DAY PARADE The Westerly Memorial Day Parade will be held Monday, May 28, beginning at 9:30am from the Pawcatuck Shopping Center, 37 South Broad St., Pawcatuck. The parade will continue through the center of Westerly with a stop at the bridge and on to Wilcox Park for a memorial program. Call 401596-0837 for more information. JUNE–AUGUST, EVERY FRIDAY: CRUISE NIGHT Come see dozens of classic cars every Friday from 5pm. to dusk at the Pavilion, 15A Frontier Road, Ashaway. There will be a DJ spin-

ning oldies tunes and prizes for the hottest rods. Great food, and family fun with mini-golf and driving range. JUNE 2, 9, 16, 23, 30: BABCOCK-SMITH HOUSE MUSEUM TOURS The Babcock-Smith House Museum, 124 Granite St., Westerly, will be open for tours from 2 to 5pm. every Saturday in June. The home was built by Doctor Joshua Babcock and later owned and lived in by Orlando Smith who discovered granite on the property. Donations for house tours are $5 per person, $1 per child under 12. To request a tour by appointment, call 401-596-5704.

through June 30. An opening reception will take place Wednesday, June 6, from 5 to 8 pm, during the monthly art stroll. The gallery is open 10am to 5pm. Tuesday through Saturday. For more information, visit www.westerlyarts.org, or call 401-596-2221. JUNE 6: ART STROLL Downtown Westerly galleries and studios open the first Wednesday of the month from 5pm. to 8pm. in unison to exhibit new works. Free refreshments, occasional music, and new exhibits each month. Start at the Artists’ Cooperative Gallery, 7 Canal St.,

JUNE 3: HUCK FINN DAY 2012 The Ashaway Sportsman’s Club will hold its 64th Annual Huck Finn Day Sunday, June 3, at Crandall Field, Main St., Ashaway, from 10am to 1pm. Enjoy the fishing derby, hayrides, mini carnival games, relay races, cow chip tosses and more. Event is free and open to all families with children 12 years and younger. Hot dogs, hamburgers and drinks will be provided free to all children who register. JUNE 6: OPENING RECEPTION “Pocket Full of Posies” featuring works of art with a flower and garden theme will be on display at The Artists’ Cooperative Gallery of Westerly, 7 Canal St.,

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JUNE–SEPTEMBER, EVERY THURSDAY: CLASSIC CAR CRUISE NIGHTS Classic Car Cruise Nights will be held every Thursday through September 13, from 5:30 to 7:30pm. at the Windjammer East parking lot, Atlantic Ave., Misquamicut Beach. The event is free and open to the public. For more information, visit www.misquamicut.org. JUNE 10: FIREMAN’S MEMORIAL PARADE The Annual Fireman’s Memorial Parade, will take place in Downtown Westerly, Sunday, June 10, at 9am.

JUNE 10: CHILDREN’S CONCERT The Westerly Band will play a free concert for children Sunday, June 10, at 2pm, at the gazebo bandstand in Wilcox Park, 44 Broad St., Westerly. Bring a teddy bear and join Mama Bear for an afternoon of music and fun. JUNE–AUGUST, EVERY WEDNESDAY: TOM MCCOY FAMILY FUN RUN SERIES The 37th season of the Tom McCoy Family Fun Run Series will be held every Wednesday through Continued on page 40

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Aug. 22, at 6pm, from the Pleasant View Inn, 65 Atlantic Ave., Misquamicut. Come get some exercise and have some fun down by the beach. Children’s Races .3 miles, scenic runs of 1 mile and 5K for adults. Registration begins at 5:30. There is no entry fee. For more information and course maps visit www.westerlytrackclub.org. JUNE–OCTOBER, EVERY THURSDAY: WESTERLY-PAWCATUCK FARMERS’ MARKET Westerly-Pawcatuck Farmers’ Market will be open each Thursday from 10am to 2 pm, through mid-October, at 85 Main St., Westerly. Featured items include local produce, herbs, flowers, garden plants, kettle corn, baked goods. For more

information, call Greg Ness at 401-596-2054. JUNE 22: MICRO BREW AND WINE TASTING The Friends of the National Wildlife Refuge of RI will hold its annual micro brew and wine tasting at the Westerly Yacht Club, 1 Watch Hill Road, Westerly, Friday, June 22, from 6 to 8pm. Donation is $25 and includes complimentary hors d’oeuvres, silent auction, and fun events. Tickets will be available at the door or in advance at friends.ri@verizon.net or at Charlestown Liquor Store JUNE 22–23: RELAY FOR LIFE The annual Westerly Relay for Life will take place Friday, June 22 into Saturday, June 23, at Westerly High School, 23 Ward

Ave. This unique event raises cancer awareness while serving as a celebration for cancer survivors, a memorial for loved ones lost, and a rally for the community. Cancer survivors will begin the Relay by walking the first “Victory Lap” in a celebration of survivorship. Locks of Love, local hair stylists will cut and style your hair if 10” or longer, at 7pm. A Luminaria Ceremony after dark will honor cancer survivors and remember those we have lost. For more information or to volunteer at an American Cancer Society Relay For Life event, visit www.acs.org, or call 800-ACS2345. JUNE–JULY: CALIFORNIA SCHEMIN’ The Granite Theatre, 1 Granite St., Westerly, will present the comedy

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California Schemin’ through July 22. Performances are Thursday, Friday and Saturday at 8 pm, Sunday matinee at 2. Tickets are $19, $16 for seniors, $12 children under 12. For tickets and more information, visit www.granitetheatre.com or call the box office at 401-596-2341. JUNE 23: SUMMER POPS The Chorus of Westerly will hold its 32nd Annual Summer Pops Concert in Wilcox Park, downtown Westerly, Saturday, June 23, at 8pm. The pre-show starts at 6:30 pm, with local entertainment. The performance will conclude with a choral rendition of Tchaikovsky’s Overture of 1812 with cannons

from the Newport Artillery and fireworks by Grucci. The concert is free and open to the public, although donations will be accepted. Blankets may not be put down until after 5pm. Friday. For more information, visit www.chorusofwesterly.org or call 401-596-8663. JUNE 27–AUGUST, EVERY WEDNESDAY: HERMIT CRAB RACES The Purple Ape, 17 Winnapaug Road, Misquamicut, will hold hermit crab races every Wednesday through August. Registration begins at 7:30 pm, with races at 8. The event is free and open to the public. For more information, call 401-596-6169.

JULY 2,7, 9, 16, 23, 30: MONDAY NIGHT JAMS Live bands will perform free concerts every Monday through Aug. 13, from 6 to 8 pm, at the Westerly Town Beach, 365 Atlantic Ave., Misquamicut. Call 401-348-2597 for more information. July 2: Jonathan Edwards July 9: Tim Charron Band July 16: Riders in the Storm July 23: Jeff Slate’s Birds of Paradox July 30: Steve Forbert JULY 4: ART STROLL Downtown Westerly galleries and studios open the first Wednesday of the month from 5pm. to 8pm. in unison to exhibit new works. Free refreshments, occasional music, and new exhibits each month. Start at the Artists’ Continued on page 44

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Cooperative Gallery, 7 Canal St., Westerly. For more information visit www.westerlyarts.com or call 401-596-2221. JULY 4: FIREWORKS A Fourth of July fireworks display will be held at the Wuskenau Town Beach, Atlantic Avenue, Misquamicut at 9 p.m. JULY 5–11: SILENT AUCTION FUNDRAISER 7th Annual Silent Auction Fundraiser: The Artists’ Cooperative of Westerly, 7 Canal St., will display items for bidding at the 7th Annual Silent Auction, the Cooperative’s annual fund raising event through July 11. Final bidding and a gala reception will be held Wednesday, July 11,

from 5 to 8pm. The Gallery is open Tuesday through Saturday from 10am to 5pm. For more information, visit www.westerlyarts.org or call 401-596-2221. JULY–AUGUST, EVERY THURSDAY: MAGIC BY THE SEA Magicians Larry and David will perform every Thursday at 7pm. through August at the Windjammer Lounge, 321 Atlantic Ave., Misquamicut. For reservations or more information, call 401-322-0504. JULY–AUGUST, EVERY FRIDAY & SATURDAY: BABCOCK-SMITH HOUSE MUSEUM TOURS The Babcock-Smith House Museum, 124 Granite St., Westerly, will be open for tours

from 2 to 5pm. every Friday and Saturday in July and August. The home was built by Doctor Joshua Babcock and later owned and lived in by Orlando Smith who discovered granite on the property. Donations for house tours are $5 per person, $1 per child under 12. To request a tour by appointment, call 401-596-5704. JULY 10, 17, 24, 31: BIG SCREEN MOVIES ON THE BEACH The Greater Westerly-Pawcatuck Area Chamber of Commerce will present Movies on the Beach at Atlantic Beach Park, Misquamicut, Tuesdays at 8:30 pm, through Aug. 21. Admission is free, just bring a beach chair and blanket. For more information, visit www.westerlychamber.org or call

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401-596-7761. July 10: Zookeeper, July 17: Over the Edge July 24: Wall-e July 31: Miracle JULY 11: SILENT AUCTION AND GALA RECEPTION 7th Annual Silent Auction and Gala Reception: The Artists’ Cooperative of Westerly, 7 Canal St., will display items for bidding at the 7th Annual Silent Auction, the Cooperative’s annual fund raising event through July 11. Final bidding and a gala reception will be held Wednesday, July 11, from 5 to 8pm. The Gallery is open Tuesday through Saturday from 10am to 5pm. For more information, visit www.westerlyarts.org or call 401-596-2221. JULY 11, 18, 25: BLUES ON THE BEACH Blues on the Beach will be held at the Westerly Town Beach, 365 Atlantic Ave., Misquamicut, every Wednesday from 6 to 8 pm,

through Aug. 22. The concerts are free and open to the public. In the event of rain, concerts will be held at the Windjammer Lounge, 321 Atlantic Ave. For a complete schedule of performers or more information, visit www.bluesonthebeachri.com or call 401-3482597. July 11: Tab Benoit July 18: Bobby Christina, Rick Russell and Cadillac Horns July 25: Mike Crandall Band. JULY 11–15, 17–22, 24–29: SHAKESPEARE IN THE PARK The Colonial Theatre, Harland Meltzer, director, will present Shakespeare in the Park, “Macbeth,” through Sunday, July 29, at 8 pm, in Wilcox Park, 44 Broad St., Westerly. There are no shows on Mondays. Admission is free, although a $10 donation is suggested. For more information, call 401-596-7909. JULY 15: BAND CONCERT AND FIREWORKS As part of the concluding activities for the Annual Feast of Our

Lady of Mt. Carmel, the Westerly Band will perform Sunday, July 15, at 8 pm, at Cimalore Field, Westerly. A fireworks display will follow at 9pm. Rain date for the concert and fireworks will be Monday, July 16. JULY 17: NICK BOTTONE TRACK MILE The Westerly Track & Athletic Club will hold professionally timed heats in the mile run and 1/2 mile run for children Tuesday, July 17, at the WHS track, Ward Avenue, Westerly, at 6pm. Registration begins at 5:30pm. For more information, visit http://www.westerlytrackclub.org JULY 18: AMERICAN GIRL/FAVORITE DOLL TEA Bring your American Girl or other favorite doll to a tea party at the Babcock-Smith House, 124 Granite St., Westerly, Wednesday, July 18, from 2 to 4pm. Tour the museum house and visit Joshua’s

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Store where handmade outfits that fit American Girl dolls will be available for purchase. Please call 401-348-8178 in advance for reservations.

Tickets are $19, $16 for seniors, $12 children under 12. For tickets and more information, visit www.granitetheatre.com or call the box office at 401-596-2341.

JULY 25: WESTERLY BAND CONCERT The Westerly Band will perform its 100th anniversary concert Wednesday, July 25, at 6:30 pm, in bandstand in Wilcox Park, 44 Broad St., Westerly. The concert is free and open to all. Picnic on the lawn and enjoy the music.

AUGUST 1: OPENING RECEPTION An opening reception for “Memories:ACGOW’s 20th Birthday Party” will be held Wednesday, Aug. 1, from 5 to 8 pm, at The Artists’ Cooperative Gallery of Westerly, 7 Canal St. For more information, visit www.westerlyarts.org, or call 401-596-2221.

JULY–AUGUST: A FOX ON THE FAIRWAY The Granite Theatre, 1 Granite St., Westerly, will present the comedy A Fox on the Fairway through Aug. 26. Performances are Thursday, Friday and Saturday at 8 pm, Sunday matinee at 2.

AUGUST 1: ART STROLL Downtown Westerly galleries and studios open the first Wednesday of the month from 5pm. to 8pm. in unison to exhibit new works. Free refreshments, occasional

music, and new exhibits each month. Start at the Artists’ Cooperative Gallery, 7 Canal St., Westerly. For more information visit www.westerlyarts.com or call 401-596-2221. AUGUST 1, 8, 15, 22: BLUES ON THE BEACH Blues on the Beach will be held at the Westerly Town Beach, 365 Atlantic Ave., Misquamicut, every Wednesday from 6 to 8 pm, through Aug. 22. The concerts are free and open to the public. In the event of rain, concerts will be held at the Windjammer Lounge, 321 Atlantic Ave. For a complete schedule of performers or more information, visit www.bluesonthebeachri.com or call 401-3482597. Aug. 1: Greg Piccolo and Heavy Juice Aug. 8: Roomful of Blues Aug. 15: Jeff Pitchell and Continued on page 50

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Texas Flood Aug. 22: Black and White and Lori Urso AUGUST 1: WESTERLY BAND CONCERT The Westerly Band will perform Wednesday, Aug. 1, at 6:30pm. at Shelter Harbor at the end of Wagner Road at Staley’s Landing. The concert is free and open to the public. AUGUST 2–SEPTEMBER 1: ART SHOW “Memories: ACGOW’s 20th Birhday Party” will be on display at the Artists’ Cooperative Gallery of Westerly, 7 Canal St., through September 1. The gallery is open 10am to 5pm. Tuesday through Saturday. For more information, visit www.westerlyarts.org, or call 401-596-2221.

AUGUST 6, 13: MONDAY NIGHT JAMS Live bands will perform free concerts every Monday through Aug. 13, from 6 to 8 pm, at the Westerly Town Beach, 365 Atlantic Ave., Misquamicut. Call 401-348-2597 for more information. Aug. 6: The Cryers Aug. 13: Hope Road AUGUST 7, 14, 21: BIG SCREEN MOVIES ON THE BEACH The Greater Westerly-Pawcatuck Area Chamber of Commerce will present Movies on the Beach at Atlantic Beach Park, Misquamicut, Tuesdays at 8:30 pm, through Aug. 21. Admission is free, just bring a beach chair and blanket. For more information, visit www.westerlychamber.org or call 401-596-7761. Aug. 7: Dolphin Tale, Aug. 14: Up, Aug. 21 Fly Away Home.

AUGUST 11: RIVER GLOW The Greater Westerly-Pawcatuck Area Chamber of Commerce will hold its 10th annual River Glow, Saturday, Aug. 11, in downtown Westerly and Pawcatuck, from 7 to 10pm. Enjoy 37 floating bonfires in the Pawcatuck River, live music, fire jugglers, stilt walkers, life-size puppets, food booths and more. For more information, visit www.thewesterlychamber.org or call 401-596-7761. AUGUST 22: BAND CONCERT The Westerly Band will perform Wednesday, Aug. 22, at 6:30 pm, in Wilcox Park, 44 Broad St., Westerly with guest soloist Joe Foley, principal trumpet for the Rhode Island Philharmonic. The concert is free and open to all. Picnic on the lawn and enjoy the music. Continued on page 52

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AUGUST 29: ROGER SCHONNING 5K AND FAMILY FUN RUN The 15th Annual Roger Schonning 5K and Family Fun Run, will be held Wednesday, Aug. 29, at 6 pm, from the Ocean Community YMCA, 95 High St., Westerly. The race starts at the Y, runs along the Pawcatuck River, through Wilcox Park, and finishes at the Y. Registration fee is $20 in advance, $25 on race day. Entry forms are available at the 3 YMCA branches or at www.oceancommunityymca.org. For more information, call 401-596-2894, ext. 112. SEPTEMBER 5: ART STROLL Downtown Westerly galleries and studios open the first Wednesday of the month from 5pm. to 8pm. in unison to exhibit new works. Free refreshments, occasional music, and new exhibits each month. Start at the Artists’ Cooperative Gallery, 7 Canal St., Westerly. For more information visit www.westerlyarts.com or call 401-596-2221. SEPTEMBER 5: OPENING RECEPTION An opening reception for “Shifting Sands,” will take place Wednesday, September 5, from 5 to 8 pm, at the Artists’ Cooperative Gallery of Westerly, 7 Canal St. The reception is held in conjunction with the monthly first Wednesday night Art Stroll held in downtown Westerly and Pawcatuck, when shops, artistic venues and restaurants will be open. For more information, visit www.westerlyarts.org, or call 401-596-2221.

SEPTEMBER 6–29: ART SHOW “Shifting Sands,” will be on display at The Artists’ Cooperative Gallery of Westerly, 7 Canal St., through September 29. The gallery is open 10am to 5pm. Tuesday through Saturday. For more information, visit www.westerlyarts.org, or call 401-596-2221. SEPTEMBER 7–9, 13–18, 20–23, 27–30: 45 SECONDS FROM BROADWAY The Granite Theatre, 1 Granite St., Westerly, will present the comedy 45 Seconds from Broadway by Neil Simon through September 30. Performances are Thursday, Friday and Saturday at 8 pm, Sunday matinee at 2. Tickets are $19, $16 for seniors, $12 children under 12. For tickets and more information, visit www.granitetheatre.com or call the box office at 401-596-2341. SEPTEMBER 14–16: MISQUAMICUT FALLFEST Misquamicut FallFest will take place Friday through Sunday, September 14 to 16, at the Misquamicut State Beach, Atlantic Ave. FallFest will feature live entertainment, an outdoor international food court, beer and wine garden, a midway with rides and

games, a petting zoo and pony rides, and more. Fireworks display Friday at 9:30pm. Admission is $5, children under 3 are free. Parking is $3. For a complete schedule of events, visit www.misquamicut.org. SEPTEMBER 29: SMITHSONIAN MUSEUM DAY Several area museums will offer free admission sponsored by Smithsonian Institution and Smithsonian Magazine on Museum Day, Saturday, September 29. Some area participating museums are: Tomaquag Museum, 390 Summit Road, Exeter; The Westerly Armory, Railroad Avenue, and BabcockSmith House, Granite Street, Westerly; Mashantucket Pequot Museum, 110 Pequot Trail, Mashantucket; Old Lighthouse Museum and Capt. Palmer House, Stonington; Slater Memorial Museum, 108 Crescent St., Norwich; Lyman Allyn Art Museum, 625 Williams St., and Custom House Maritime Museum, New London; Children’s Museum of Southeastern Connecticut, 409 Main St., Niantic. For a complete list of participating area museums and to print a free voucher, visit www.smithsonianmag.com/muse umday.

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Every day can feel like a lazy Sunday afternoon when you immerse yourself in the relaxing pace of coastal living. Spend the day combing the beach for shells, stopping only to fuel up on some of New England’s best chowder, fresh steamers or crab cakes. Drive the small highways and byways, braking for every farm stand, boutique and antique shop you come across. You’re sure to discover one-of-a-kind treasures and local treats to delight your senses. Heirloom vegetables, sunripened berries, homemade pies and jellies will bring the flavor of authenticity to your visit. Charter a fishing excursion or cast a line from a nearby jetty (you can get your fishing license online) and get a taste of the seas. Known as “the best kept secret in Rhode Island,” Charlestown offers miles of coastline and

casual summer ambiance. Along with all the boating, swimming and fishing fun visitors expect from a coastal get-away, Charlestown is also home to wildlife refuges and nature preserves that offer camping and hiking opportunities. Families will enjoy the diversion offered at Ninigret Park. Frolic in the swimming pond, play tennis, try-out the playground, or challenge each other to a game of Frisbee golf on the nine-hole course. Also found in the 227-acres park is the Ninigret National Wildlife Refuge and Frosty Drew Nature Center and Observatory with opportunities to join a meadow walk, guided bird-watching tour or gaze at the stars. Nearby Burlingame State Park offers 3,100 acres of rocky woodland to explore with hundreds of campsites and 20 log cabins to call home.

Ninigret Park plays host to a spectacular line-up of summer entertainment. Find yourself under the big top when the Big Apple Circus brings merriment to town at the end of June and beginning of July. In August, the “gastronomic extravaganza” that is the Charlestown Seafood Festival serves up Rhode Island’s best lobster, steamers, chowder, fish & chips, clam cakes and in September, The Rhythm and Roots Festival fills the park Labor Day weekend with Zydeco, Cajun, blues, New Orleans R&B, swing, Americana, folk and roots music. Find another tradition of coastal summer entertainment in South Kingstown’s Theatre by the Sea where Broadway meets South County in a perfect marriage of professional theater’s “must-see” musicals and seaside relaxation. Continued on page 56

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First-class children’s entertainment and summer camp are also part of the play list. Visitors to Narragansett will find themselves swept away by the charm of this summer resort community. Narragansett Town Beach and Scarborough State Beach supply some of the best waves you’ll find for surfing or body surfing. Standing as sentinels on the seaside of Narragansett, you can’t miss the 1883 Narragansett Towers. Once a luxury resort and casino, the stone building with its signature arch now hosts live music and dancing, and opportunities to brush-up on your ballroom dancing at weekly classes. For an authentic New England experience, be sure to visit the working fishing village of Galilee. Watch from the docks as fishermen unload spoils of the sea or charter an opportunity to haul in your own catch of the day. Take part in the annual Blessing of the Fleet Festival in July, featuring a 10-mile road race, Seafood festival, and watercraft parade. Enjoy an afternoon exploring Wakefield’s historic downtown with its small, locally owned shops featuring one-of-a-kind artisan jewelry, furniture, clothing and fine art. When you need a chance to set

your shopping bags down, step into one of the distinctive restaurants and eateries for a gourmet meal, decadent dessert or refreshing beverage. In July, Wakefield skies fill with color. The Wakefield Rotary’s Annual South County Hot Air Balloon Festival features a kaleidoscope of activities including a craft show, petting zoo and, of course, hot air balloon rides. This year’s delicious addition is the Rhode Island State BBQ Championship Competition and Campus Cookoff. Celebrate the Fourth of July at Old Mountain Field for fireworks, live music and delicious barbeque. Need a chance to stretch your legs? Pedal, walk or skate your way through peaceful green scenery on the 5.6 mile South County’s William C. O’Neill Bike Path. Summer isn’t complete without a trip to the county fair. Richmond will host the 46th annual Washington County Fair in August complete with a pie-eating contest, livestock exhibits, and country music performances. In June, kilts are the proper attire at the Rhode Island Scottish Highland Festival where highland dance competitions, live music, caber tossing and sheep dog demonstrations are the order of the day. ■

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LET’S GET ROCKED Def Leppard Tribute Band Sunday, August 5th • 7:00-9:00 pm

FRIDAY, AUGUST 3 7:00 to 10:00..................ACDC Tribute Band “Dirty Deeds”

SATURDAY, AUGUST 4 11:00 to 3:00 ........ RI Street Rodding Association Car Show 12:00 to 3:00..................................................Never Enuff 4:00 to 6:00............................................The Reminisants 8:00 to 10:30 ................ Bon Jersey (Bon Jovi Tribute Band) All Day .................................................................... Yarina

Marcolites Kites • Amusement Rides Rock Wall Climbing •Midway Entertainment Kayak Raffle • Lobster Raffle New iPad & Gas Card Raffle • Arts & Crafts Children’s Show • Face Painting Bungee Jumping • Car Show

SUNDAY, AUGUST 5 1:00 to 3:00..............................................Eight to the Bar 4:00 to 6:00 ....................... Jeff Pitchell & The Texas Flood 7:00 to 9:00....Let’s Get Rocked (Def Leppard Tribute Band) All Day .................................................................... Yarina

CHILDREN’S SHOWS SATURDAY, AUGUST 4 12:00 to 12:30 ....................................... Airborne Jugglers 12:30 to 4:00................................Fun for the whole family (learn to juggle workshop, balloon twisting)

1:00 to 2:00...........................................“Magic of Nancy” 2:00 to 3:00..................................................Greg Cooney 3:00 to 3:30 ........................................... Airborne Jugglers 4:00 to 5:00..................................................Greg Cooney

SUNDAY, AUGUST 5 12:00 to 1:00 ....................................... Bjorn the Magician 12:00 to 4:00................................Fun for the whole family (learn to juggle workshop, balloon twisting)

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POINTS OF INTEREST CHARLESTOWN HISTORICAL SOCIETY. Route 1A. 401-364-7507. A restored and furnished 19th century one-room schoolhouse. Set on the grounds of the Cross Mills Public Library. Open July-August, Wednesday 2–4 PM, Saturday 10 AM–noon. Groups by appointment. ROYAL INDIAN BURIAL GROUND. Narrow Lane, off U.S. Route 1. Visit the graves and monuments for the chiefs (sachems) of the Narragansett Indian Tribe. SOUTH COUNTY MUSEUM. Canonchet Farm, Strathmore St. and Anne Hoxsie Lane. 401-783-5400. Open May–October, Wednesday–Sunday, 11am–4pm. Features a variety of exhibits and artifacts from Colonial and Victorian RI. There are regularly scheduled events, demonstrations, and a lecture series. THE TOWERS. Ocean Rd. 401-783-7121. The Towers are all that remains of the historic Narragansett Pier Casino, built in 1883 and designed by world famous architect Stanford White, who built the original Madison Square Garden.Open daily 9am–4pm. CARPENTER’S GRIST MILL. 364 Moonstone Beach Rd. 401-783-5483. A water powered grist mill built in 1703 by Samuel E. Perry. Still in operation. Grinding RI Whitecap flint corn into cornmeal for johnny cakes, corn bread and other traditional RI recipes. MUSEUM OF PRIMITIVE ART AND CULTURE. 1058 Kingston Rd. 401-783-5711. Collection of regional weapons, tools and utensils. PETTAQUAMSCUTT HISTORICAL SOCIETY. Old Washington County Jail. 2636 Kingston Rd. 401-783-1328. This county jail was originally constructed in 1792. Rooms are set up with exhibits depicting the history and life of South County since the 17th century. WATSON HOUSE. Farm House Rd. On the campus of U.R.I. 401-792-8296. Colonial farmhouse furnished in the period 1790-1840, features a wide variety of artifacts on display, including weaving looms, furniture, spinning wheels, and kitchen tools and utensils. Tours by appointment only. SPRAGUE MEMORIAL PARK is located on 179 Kingstown Rd., Narragansett near the elementary school and consists of 14 lush acres of land that includes two baseball/softball fields, tennis courts, a recently renovated playground area, a picnic area

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with a babbling stream and also: Enishkeetompauog Narragansett Indian Statue , Historical cemetery, Passive recreation area, Sprague Pond for fishing, World War I Memorial.

PARKS NINIGRET PARK. Route 1A, Charlestown. 401-322-8910. Covers 172 acres, featuring bike paths, tennis and basketball courts, ball fields, picnic areas, swimming pond, and the Frosty Drew Memorial Nature Center with walking trails. SPRAGUE MEMORIAL PARK is located on 179 Kingstown Rd., Narragansett near the elementary school and consists of 14 lush acres of land that includes two baseball/softball fields, tennis courts, a recently renovated playground area, a picnic area with a babbling stream and also: Enishkeetompauog Narragansett Indian Statue, Historical cemetery, Passive recreation area, Sprague Pond for fishing, World War I Memorial.

CAMPING BURLINGAME STATE PARK Charlestown. 401-322-7994, 322-7337. CHARLESTOWN BREACHWAY CAMPGROUND Charlestown. 401-364-7000. EAST BEACH/NINIGRET CONSERVATION AREA Charlestown. 401-322-0450. FISHERMEN’S MEMORIAL STATE PARK 1011 Point Judith Rd., Narragansett. 401-789-8374. LEGRAND G. REYNOLDS HORSEMEN’S CAMPING AREA 260 Arcadia Rd., Exeter. 401-539-2356, 277-1157. LONG COVE MARINA & CAMPGROUND 325 Point Judith Rd., Narragansett. 401-783-4902. PEEPER POND CAMPGROUND 159 Liberty Church Rd., Exeter. 401-294-5540. WAWALOAM CAMPGROUND 510 Gardiner Rd., Richmond. 401-294-3039. WORDEN’S POND FAMILY CAMPGROUND 416 Worden’s Pond Rd., South Kingstown. 401-789-9113.

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BEACHES BLUE SHUTTERS TOWN BEACH. 469 East Beach Rd., Charlestown. Concession stand, picnic tables, restrooms, showers. CAPTAIN ROGER WHEELER STATE BEACH. 100 Sand Hill Cove Rd., Narragansett. Popular beach for young children, fully-protected by breakwater. Snack bar, picnic area, showers, restrooms. CARPENTER’S BEACH MEADOW. 854 Matunuck Beach Rd., South Kingstown. Clean, sandy beach with gradual drop and usually no undertow. Restrooms. CHARLESTOWN TOWN BEACH. 557 Charlestown Beach Rd., Charlestown. Fine sand, moderate to heavy surf, occasional undertow. Restrooms. EAST BEACH. East Beach Road, off of Rt. 1, Charlestown. Three mile long ocean-front beach. No amenities. Lifeguard on duty. EAST MATUNUCK STATE BEACH. 950 Succotash Rd., East Matunuck. Partially rocky beach with gradual drop. Pavilion, snack bar, restrooms, lifeguards. NARRAGANSETT TOWN BEACH. Boston Neck Rd., Narragansett. Full-service pavilions, lifeguards, food concessions, restrooms, first aid, handicap accessible. Surfing allowed. QUONOCHONTAUG BEACH. Charlestown. Public beach. Fishing at the breachway. ROY CARPENTER’S BEACH. 240 Card’s Pond Rd., Matunuck. Snack bar, showers and restrooms. SALTY BRINE STATE BEACH. 254 Great Island Rd., Galilee. Sandy, clean, pretty beach. Gentle surf with breakwater shelter. Restrooms, restaurants nearby.

SCARBOROUGH STATE BEACH. 870 Ocean Rd., Narragansett. Snack bar, restrooms, showers, two pavillions. SOUTH KINGSTOWN TOWN BEACH. Matunuck Beach Rd., Matunuck. Soft sandy beach with pavilion, restrooms, playground, showers and picnic area.

BOATING & KAYAKING WATCHAUG POND. Rte. 1, Burlingame State Park. QUONOCHONTAUG BREACHWAY. Parking is available at the end of West Beach Rd. Ramp provides access to Block Island Sound. CHARLESTOWN BREACHWAY. Boat ramp located at the north end of the breachway on the pond. PERRY CREEK ACCESSWAY. Small dirt road extending north from the town beach parking lot. OCEAN HOUSE MARINA. Located off Town Dock Rd on Fort Neck Cove. NARROW RIVER BOAT RAMP. Middlebridge Rd. to Pollock Ave. LONG COVE MARINA. Just west of Rte 108, approximately one mile south of Rte.1 GALILEE AT GREAT ISLAND BRIDGE. Located off the Galilee Escape Rd. at the southeast end of the Great Island Bridge. STATE PIER #5. Located off Ocean Rd, near the wall and intersection of South Pier Rd. Continued on page 62

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PETTAQUAMSCUTT AVE. Right-of-way at the end of Pettaquamscutt Ave. BARBER’S POND. 28 acres. Rt.102 to Rt. 2 S., about seven miles on right. Gravel ramp. KENPORT MARINA. Located on Succotash Rd. GOOSEBERRY ROAD TOWN RAMP. Town right-of-way at the end of Gooseberry Rd, next to Channel Marina. INDIAN LAKE. 199 acres. Off Tower Hill Rd. (Rt.1) Pond Street Ramp. At the end of Pond St., marked right-of-way on Billington Cove, Point Judith Pond. MARINA PARK. Located at the head of Point Judith Pond on Salt Pond Road. TAYLOR’S LANDING, TO CHEPUXET RIVER. Rt. 4 to Rt. 138 E., six miles to Liberty Lane, West Kingston. Mainly canoes and small boats. TUCKER’S POND. 101 acres. Rt.138 to Rt. 110, to Tuckertown Rd., left about 1/2 mile. Cement slab. WORDEN’S POND. 1043 acres. Rt. 138 to Rt. 110 to Worden’s Pond Rd., take right 1/2 mile on north side. Cement Slab ramp.

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BIKING WILLIAM C. O’NEILL BIKE PATH. South Kingstown, RI. A 5.6 mile paved course beginning at the historic Kingston Train Station, skirting the Great Swamp and the scenic Ministerial Road areas and leading to Peace Dale and Wakefield ending at Route 108. Suitable for bikers, walkers and in-line skaters. Beautiful photography opportunities. Crosses historic Main Street in Wakefield. You can access the bike path at the following points: • Amtrak Station, Rt. 138 in Kingston. • Ministerial Road in West Kingston. • South Road in South Kingstown. • Curtis Corner Middle School on Curtis Corner Road, South Kingstown. • Rodman Street in Peace Dale. • Parking is available at Kingston Station and at Curtis Corner Middle School.

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Four must-see musicals... ...and one outstanding Rhode Island premiere! Forever Plaid may 30–june 17 The popular musical features ’50s hits, including “Heart and Soul,” “Three Coins in the Fountain” and “Sixteen Tons.” sponsored by

The Sound of Music june 20–july 14 The family classic features the popular songs “My Favorite Things,” “Climb Ev’ry Mountain” and “The Sound of Music.” sponsored by

9 to 5: The Musical july 18–august 11 The story of three unlikely friends in the Rolodex era features the hit “9 to 5” and a new score by Dolly Parton. Contains adult content/language.

How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying august 15–september 2 Currently on Broadway, this Pulitzer Prize-winner follows J. Pierrepont Finch’s meteoric climb up the corporate ladder. sponsored by

God of Carnage september 6–16 The hilarious Tony® Award-winning smash from the author of the hit comedy Art. Contains adult content/language.

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✓ Mark your Calendar MAY 27–JUNE 3: NUNSENSE Courthouse Center for the Arts, 3481 Kingstown Road, Kingston, will present the musical “Nunsense” through June 3. Performances are Thursday through Saturday at 7pm, Saturday and Sunday matinees at 2pm Tickets are $15–$25. For more information, visit www.courthousearts.org or call 401-7821018. MAY–OCTOBER, EVERY TUESDAY: MARKET AT MARINA PARK Market at Marina Park will be open every Tuesday from 2 to 6pm, at Marina Park, Wakefield, through the end of October. The market will feature fresh vegetables, flowers, plants, apples, cider, kettle corn, fresh baked goods, beef, poultry, eggs, and more. MAY 30: DANCE LESSONS Dance Lessons with professional dance instructors will be offered every Wednesday from 6 to 10:30pm, at the Towers, 35 Ocean Road, Narragansett. Rumba dance lessons from 6 to 7, hustle from 7 to 8, beginner Argentine Tango from 8 to 9, and Argentine Tango practica from 9 to 10:30. No partner is necessary. Cost is $15 for 2 hours or $22 for the evening. Visit www.thetowersri.com or call 401-782-2597 for more information. MAY 30–31, JUNE 1–3, 5–10, 12–17: FOREVER PLAID Theatre by the Sea, 364 Cards Pond Road, Matunuck, will present the popular musical, “Forever Plaid,” May 30 to June 17, with performances Tuesdays through Sundays. For a complete list of

performance dates and times, ticket prices, or to purchase tickets or for more information, visit www.theatrebythesea.com, or call 401-782-8587. JUNE–SEPTEMBER, EVERY FRIDAY: STARGAZING AT FROSTY DREW Frosty Drew Observatory, Ninigret Park, 62 Park Lane, Charlestown will be open at dusk on Fridays for stargazing. Learn about the stars at one of the best dark sky sites on the east coast. If the sky is cloudy, the Sky Theatre will be open for a discussion or presentation with an astronomer. Admission is free, but donations are appreciated. JUNE–OCTOBER, EVERY SATURDAY: SOUTH KINGSTOWN FARMERS’ MARKET South Kingstown Farmers’ Market will be open every Saturday from 8:30am to noon at the East Farm, Route 108, Kingston, through October. The market will feature fresh vegetables, flowers, plants, apples, cider, kettle corn, fresh baked goods, beef, poultry, eggs, handmade bags and crafts, pottery, worm castings, and wooden buckets.

JUNE–OCTOBER, EVERY SATURDAY: RICHMOND FARMERS’ MARKET Richmond Farmers’ Market will be open every Saturday through Oct. 27, from 9am to 12:30pm, at the Richmond Town Hall, 5 Richmond Townhouse Road, Richmond. The market will feature locally harvested shellfish, local certified organic vegetables, flowers and plants as well as fresh baked calzones and cookies, kettle corn, local eggs, beef and pork, hand spun alpaca garments. Specials and weekly events will be announced during the season. JUNE–OCTOBER, EVERY SATURDAY: COASTAL GROWERS’ MARKET Coastal Growers’ Market will be held every Saturday from 9am to noon, through Oct. 27, at Casey Farm, 2325 Boston Neck Road, Saunderstown. Organic produce, pasture-fed meats, locally raised shellfish, artisan cheeses, baked goods, flowers, live music, chef demonstrations. For more information, visit www.coastalmarket.org.

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JUNE–AUGUST, EVERY THURSDAY: DANCING AT THE TOWERS Live music and dancing will be held every Thursday through August 30, from 7 to 10pm, at the Towers, 35 Ocean Road, Narragansett. For a complete listing of the bands, ticket prices, or more information, visit www.thetowersri.com or call 401-782-2597. JUNE 7: AMERICAN MUSIC SERIES Jazz: As part of its American Music Series for 2012, Courthouse Center for the Arts, 3481 Kingstown Road, Kingston, will present guitarist Gray Sargent and bassist Marshall Wood of the Tony Bennett orchestra and their jazz quartet Thursday, June 7, at 7pm. All seats are $25. To purchase tickets, call the box office at 401-782-1018 or visit www.courthousearts.org. The

show is sponsored by Gardner Woodwrights. JUNE 9: SCOTTISH HIGHLAND FESTIVAL The Annual Rhode Island Scottish Highland Festival will be held Saturday, June 9, from 9am to 5pm, at the Washington County Fairgrounds, 80 Richmond Townhouse Road, Richmond. Entertainment, competitions, music, dancing, Scottish food, children’s games, and animal demonstrations will be held. Admission is $12, $5 for children 6–12. For more information, visit www.riscot.org or call 401-5965849. JUNE 7–JULY 9: ART GALLERY EXHIBIT Charlestown Gallery, 5000 South County Trail, Charlestown, will display the work of 25 artists in its summer group show through July 9. An artists’ reception will be held Saturday, June 23, from 5:30 to 7:30pm. The Gallery is

open daily from 10am to 5:30pm. For more information visit www.charlestowngalleryri.com or call 401-364-0120. JUNE–JULY: SOUND OF MUSIC Theatre by the Sea, 364 Cards Pond Road, Matunuck, will present the Rodgers and Hammerstein musical, “The Sound of Music,” June 20 to July 14, with performances Tuesdays through Sundays. For a complete list of performance dates and times, ticket prices, or to purchase tickets or for more information, visit www.theatrebythesea.com, or call 401-782-8587. JUNE 21–24, 27–30: TITANIC: THE MUSICAL Courthouse Center for the Arts, 3481 Kingstown Road, Kingston, will present Titanic: The Musical through July 15. Performances are Thursday through Saturday at 7pm, Saturday and Sunday Continued on page 70

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matinees at 2pm. Tickets are $15–$25. For more information, visit www.courthousearts.org or call 401-782-1018. JUNE–AUGUST, EVERY FRIDAY: CHARLESTOWN LAND TRUST FARMERS’ MARKET Charlestown Land Trust Farmers’ Market will be open every Friday from 9am to noon, through August 31, at the Church of the Holy Spirit, 4150 Old Post Road, Charlestown. For more information, call 401-364-6469 JUNE–JULY: BIG APPLE CIRCUS The Charlestown Chamber of Commerce will present the Big Apple Circus-Dream Big through Sunday, July 8, in an air-conditioned big top at Ninigret Park, Old Post Road, Charlestown. Performance and ticket prices vary. No performances Mondays and Tuesdays. Tickets are available in person at the Charlestown Chamber of Commerce, 4945 Old Post Road, Charlestown. For more information, call 401-364-0890.

JUNE 23 & 24: NARRAGANSETT ART FESTIVAL The 30th Annual Narragansett Art Festival, sponsored by the Rotary Club of Wakefield, will be held Saturday and Sunday, June 23 and 24, from 9am to 5 pm, at Veteran’s Memorial Park, Ocean Road, Narragansett. Over 100 artists exhibit their work in this fine art only show. Visit www.wakefieldrotary.com or call 401-789-7713 for more information. JUNE 23: ARTIST RECEPTION Charlestown Gallery, 5000 South County Trail, Charlestown, will display the work of 25 artists in its summer group show through July 9. An artists’ reception will be held Saturday, June 23, from 5:30 to 7:30pm. The Gallery is open daily from 10am to 5:30pm. For more information visit www.charlestowngalleryri.com or call 401-364-0120. JUNE 23: GARDENS BY THE SEA GARDEN TOUR Cross’ Mills Public Library will sponsor a garden tour of private gardens in the Charlestown area

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Saturday, June 23, from 10am to 4pm. Call the Library at 401-3646211 for more information. JUNE–JULY, EVERY MONDAY: FAMILY FUN SPECIALS As part of the summer reading program, Dream Big: Read!, the Cross’ Mills Public Library, 4417 Old Post Road, Charlestown, will host family entertainment each Monday through August 13, at 7pm. Please contact the library at 401-364-6211 for more information. JUNE–AUGUST, EVERY WEDNESDAY: TROLLEY CAR TOURS Trolley Car Tours of Narragansett will be offered every Wednesday through August 31. Tours leave from the Towers, 35 Ocean Road, Narragansett, at 10 a.m., and last an hour and 45 minutes. Cost is $15 per person and reservations are not necessary. A buffet lunch for an additional fee is offered at The Towers after the tour. For more information, visit www.towersri.com or call 401-782-2597. JUNE–AUGUST, EVERY FRIDAY: SUMMER CONCERT SERIES Cross Mills’ Public Library, 4417 Old Post Road, Charlestown, will host a summer concert every Friday from 7 to 8 pm, through August 31. Contact the library at 401-364-6211 for more information. JULY 1, 5–8, 12–15: TITANIC: THE MUSICAL Courthouse Center for the Arts, 3481 Kingstown Road, Kingston, will present Titanic: The Musical through July 15. Performances are Thursday through Saturday at 7 pm, Saturday and Sunday matiContinued on page 72

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nees at 2pm. Tickets are $15–$25. For more information, visit www.courthousearts.org or call 401-782-1018. JULY 6, 13, 27: THEATRE BY THE SEA CHILDREN’S FESTIVAL The 2012 Children’s Festival at Theatre by the Sea, 364 Cards Pond Road, Matunuck, will be held at 10am and noon on Fridays through August 24. Single tickets are $10. Visit www.theatrebythesea.com for a complete list of shows, or call 401-782-8587 for tickets and more information. No performances July 20 and Aug. 17. JULY 6–7, 12–14, 19–21: IS HE DEAD? The Contemporary Theater Co. will present Is He Dead?, a mischievous farce by Mark Twain, through July 21 at 327 Main St., Wakefield. Performances are Thursday through Saturday at 7pm. Tickets are $20 and are available at www.thecontemporarytheater.com or call 401-218-0282.

JULY–AUGUST, EVERY SATURDAY: THE KIDS POOL The Contemporary Theater Co., 327 Main St., Wakefield, will present two short retellings of popular fairy tales, with a snack break in between, each Saturday through August 25, at 10:30am. Tickets are $5. For more information, visit www.thecontemporarytheater.com or call 401-2180282. JULY 14–AUGUST 8: ART GALLERY EXHIBIT Charlestown Gallery, 5000 South County Trail, Charlestown, will display the work of Antonia Tyz Peeples through August 8. An artist reception will be held Saturday, July 14, from 5:30 to 7:30pm. The Gallery is open daily from 10am to 5:30pm. For more information visit www.charlestowngalleryri.com or call 401-364-0120. JULY 18–22, 24–29, 31: 9 TO 5: THE MUSICAL Theatre by the Sea, 364 Cards Pond Road, Matunuck, will present the hilarious musical, “9 to 5: The Musical,” July 18 to August

11, with performances Tuesdays through Sundays. For a complete list of performance dates and times, ticket prices, or to purchase tickets or for more information, visit www.theatrebythesea.com, or call 401-782-8587. JULY 18, 20, 22, 25, 27, 29: KINGSTON CHAMBER MUSIC FESTIVAL The 24th Kingston Chamber Music Festival will be held through Sunday, July 29, at the URI Fine Arts Center Concert Hall, 105 Upper College Road, Kingston. Individual tickets are $20 and are available at AAA Narragansett, Beekman Violin in Peace Dale, or online at www.kingstonchambermusic.org. For a complete list of dates and program information, visit the website or call 401-789-0665. JULY 20–22: HOT AIR BALLOON FESTIVAL The 34th Annual South County Hot Air Balloon Festival, sponContinued on page 76

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sored by the Wakefield Rotary Club, will be held Friday through Sunday, July 20 to 22, at the University of Rhode Island Athletic Fields, 3 Keaney Road, Kingston. Balloon glow Friday and Saturday night. Tethered balloon flights Saturday and Sunday morning, Friday and Saturday evening, subject to weather. Music, entertainment, carnival, kids’ events. Fireworks Friday at 9pm. Admission is $10, $5 children 14 and under, family $25. For more information, visit www.wakefieldrotary.com or call 401-788-1770.

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JULY 26–28: MISTAKES WERE MADE The Contemporary Theater Co. will present Mistakes Were Made, a comedy by Michael Shannon, July 26 to 28, at 7 pm, at 327 Main St., Wakefield. Tickets are $20 and are available at www.thecontemporarytheater.co m or call 401-218-0282. JULY 27–28: BLESSING OF THE FLEET FESTIVAL The Annual Blessing of the Fleet Festival will take place Friday and Saturday, July 27 and 28, in

Narragansett. A 10-mile road race will be held Friday, the Seafood Festival will be held Friday and Saturday at Memorial Square, Ocean Road. The parade of decorated commercial and recreational watercraft and blessing will take place at noon, Saturday, in the fishing village of Galilee, Narragansett. For more information, visit www.narragansettri.com/lions. JULY 28: SEA STAR MARKETPLACE The Frosty Drew Sea Star Marketplace will take place Saturday, July 28, from 9am to 4 pm, at the Frosty Drew Nature Center, 62 Park Lane, Ninigret Park, Charlestown. Selected artists, artisans, and antique sellers will display their artwork, fine crafts, and antiques for sale. There will be entertainment, food, and activities for children. Proceeds will go directly to support the Frosty Drew educational programs and its observatory. AUGUST 1–5, 7–11: 9 TO 5: THE MUSICAL Theatre by the Sea, 364 Cards Pond Road, Matunuck, will present the hilarious musical, “9 to 5: The Musical,” July 18 to August 11, with performances Tuesdays through Sundays. For a complete list of performance dates and times, ticket prices, or to purchase tickets or for more information, visit www.theatrebythesea.com, or call 401-782-8587. AUGUST 3, 10, 24: THEATRE BY THE SEA CHILDREN’S FESTIVAL The 2012 Children’s Festival at Theatre by the Sea, 364 Cards Pond Road, Matunuck, will be Continued on page 77

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held at 10am and noon on Fridays through August 24. Single tickets are $10. Visit www.theatrebythesea.com for a complete list of shows, or call 401-782-8587 for tickets and more information. No performance August 17. AUGUST 3–5: CHARLESTOWN SEAFOOD FESTIVAL The 28th Annual Charlestown Seafood Festival will take place Friday, August 3 to Sunday, August 5, at Ninigret Park, 4470 Old Post Road, Charlestown. Admission is $8, children 10 and under are free. Seafood, lobsters, steamers, chowder, fish & chips, clam cakes, corn on the cob, a raw bar, arts and crafts, amusement rides, rock wall climbing, car show, children’s shows, bungee jumping, petting

zoo, and continuous entertainment. Free parking. No pets. For a complete schedule, visit www.charlestownrichamber.org, or call 401-364-4031.

Wakefield. Performances are at 7pm. Tickets are $20 and are available at www.thecontemporarytheater.com or call 401-2180282.

AUGUST 3–4: JONES AND BOYCE VAUDEVILLE The Contemporary Theater Co. will present the song and dance team of Brian Jones and Susan Boyce Friday and Saturday, August 3 and 4, at 7 pm, at 327 Main St., Wakefield. Tickets are $20 and are available at www.thecontemporarytheater.co m or call 401-218-0282.

AUGUST 11–SEPTEMBER 3: ART GALLERY EXHIBIT Charlestown Gallery, 5000 South County Trail, Charlestown, will display the work of Amy Goodwin through September 3. An artist reception will be held Saturday, August 11, from 5:30 to 7:30pm. The Gallery is open daily from 10am to 5:30pm. For more information visit www.charlestowngalleryri.com or call 401-364-0120. AUGUST 15–19: WASHINGTON COUNTY FAIR 46th Washington County Fair will take place Wednesday, August 15 Continued on page 78 416464

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through Sunday, August 19, at the Washington County Fairgrounds, 80 Richmond Townhouse Road, Richmond. The Fair features day and evening events, livestock exhibits, arts and crafts, tractor pulls, antique tractor show, a midway, pie eating contests, a motorcycle rodeo, and continuous musical entertainment. Admission is $10; children under 10 are free. For more information, visit www.washingtoncountyfairri.com. AUGUST 15–19, 21–26, 28–31, SEPTEMBER 1–2: HOW TO SUCCEED IN BUSINESS WITHOUT REALLY TRYING Theatre by the Sea, 364 Cards Pond Road, Matunuck, will present the satirical musical, “How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying,” August 15 to

September 2, with performances Tuesdays through Sundays. For a complete list of performance dates and times, ticket prices, or to purchase tickets or for more information, visit www.theatrebythesea.com, or call 401-7828587. AUGUST 17–18, 30–31, SEPTEMBER 1: THE COMPLETE WORKS OF WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE (ABRIDGED) The Contemporary Theater Co. will present The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (Abridged) August 17, 18, 30, 31 and September 1, at 327 Main St., Wakefield. Performances are at 7pm. Tickets are $20 and are available at www.thecontemporarytheater.com or call 401-2180282.

AUGUST 31–SEPTEMBER 2: RHYTHM AND ROOTS FESTIVAL Rhythm and Roots Festival will be held Friday, August 31 to Sunday, September 2, at Ninigret Park, Old Post Road, Charlestown. For a complete schedule of performers and ticket information, visit www.rhythmandroots.com or call 401-364-3878. SEPTEMBER 6–9, 12–16: GOD OF CARNAGE Theatre by the Sea, 364 Cards Pond Road, Matunuck, will present the Rhode Island premiere of “God of Carnage,” September 6 to 16, with performances Wednesdays through Sundays. Contains adult content/language. For a complete list of performance dates and times, ticket prices, or to purchase tickets or for more information, visit www.theatrebythesea.com, or call 401-782-8587.

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art fair showcasing masterworks of more than 250 artists from around the country and around the world. As you cross the Newport Bridge (Pell Bridge) from Jamestown, you’ll be captivated by expansive views of Narragansett Bay and the sight of summer’s fleet of sailboats cutting white wake pathways across dark blue waves. Known as “The City by the Sea,” Newport’s cobblestone streets are home to more authentic colonial period structures than any other early American city. Along the craggy cliffs of this maritime gem stand the “summer cottages” of the Vanderbilt and Astor families. Tour the ornate and lavish summer mansions of the Gillded Age’s most notorious railroad barons and New York socialites. See the mansions from the ocean side, enjoy magnificent views of the Atlantic and drink in the refreshing salt air along the 3.5-mile Cliff Walk.

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wineries. See the city from the sea, sky and railways; charter a sunset sail, climb aboard a helicopter tour or travel along the scenic Old Colony railway. Summer is festival season in Newport, and the city is best know for its music festivals featuring world-class talent and attracting audiences from around the world. Plan your visit to coincide with The Newport Music Festival, The Newport Folk Festival or Newport Jazz Festival. Board a ferry from Newport, the port of Galilee in Narragansett or New London, CT and set your sights on Block Island. Getting there is part of the adventure and once you hit land there are 17 miles of beach to explore and miles of winding roadways to bike or motorbike along as you seek out lighthouses, freshwater ponds, historic cemeteries and boundless ocean views. The 30-mile network of meandering trails called “The Greenway” entices hikers to discover breathtaking ocean vistas, spot native wildlife and appreciate local flora. Pack a picnic for your excursion or return to Old Harbor at the hub of town for a hearty meal or gourmet treat. The local calendar is chock full of the best of seaside life including, a chowder cook-off and fishing tournament, also on the menu are several music and art festivals, a streak fry, road races, garden tours and a triathlon. History buffs will find a great deal to tempt them to North Kingstown. Experience four centuries of Rhode Island history at the 1678 plantation home and gardens of Smith’s Castle. In June, savor Smith Castle’s celebrated strawberry shortcake at the Strawberry Festival. Visit the birthplace of Gilbert Stuart, the American portrait artist most famous for his portraits of America’s early presidents and political leaders; his incomplete portrait of George Washington graces the one-dollar bill. The Stuart homestead houses a working snuff mill and water wheel, fish ladder, colonial herb gardens and enchanting nature trails. In June, catch the USAF Thunderbirds at the RI National Guard Air Show. Admission is free to this annual event featuring insider looks at planes and thrilling demonstrations of heart-stopping aviation. Other local aviation displays include the Quonset Air Museum and the Seabee Museum Park. Take advantage of ferry service to Martha’s Vineyard and avoid Cape Cod traffic. The high-speed ferry from Quonset Point in North Kingstown will have you in Oak Bluffs on Martha’s Vineyard in 95 minutes. Lighthouse lovers will want to get the mariner’s view of ten lighthouses aboard a narrated cruise also leaving several times daily from Quonset Point. ■

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POINTS OF INTEREST BLOCK ISLAND HISTORICAL SOCIETY. Old Town Rd. 401-466-2481. At this museum visitors will find information and exhibits on the history of Block Island. Open through September. NORTH LIGHT. Corn Neck Rd. 401-466-3200. Built in 1867, this is the fourth lighthouse built on Sandy Point. The lighthouse is on the grounds of the National Wildlife Sanctuary, which contains hiking trails. Open daily. SETTLER’S ROCK. On the shore of Cow Cove. The first settlers to colonize Block Island landed in April 1661. Their landing spot is commemorated with a memorial listing their names. THE LOST MANISSEAN INDIAN EXHIBIT. West Side Rd. 401-466-5060. This exhibit contains artifacts and pictographs belonging to native inhabitants from the 16th century. Visitors will learn about many facets of this lost culture. Open through Labor Day. MOHEGAN BLUFFS AND SOUTHEAST LIGHTHOUSE. 122 Mohegan Trail. 401-466-5009. On the southern end of the island, the bluffs rise 200 feet above the water and run along the coast for about three miles. It’s the site of the Southeast Lighthouse, built in 1875. Open through September. MANISSES ANIMAL FARM. 1 Spring St. 401-466-2421. An outdoor zoo with exotic animals. BRICK MARKET PLACE. Long Wharf, Thames St. and America’s Cup Ave. Originally built in 1762 as a market and granary, this complex has been restored and is now a popular mall. FORT ADAMS STATE PARK. Ocean Dr. 401-8472400. An active military fort from 1799 to 1945, Fort Adams sits on more than 21 acres. Height walls, powder magazines, three tiers of guns and cannons,

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and listening tunnels are still present. The park also includes a picnic area, beach, boat launches and fishing piers. GILBERT STUART BIRTHPLACE. 815 Gilbert Stuart Rd. 401-294-3001. The man who painted George Washington was born in this home in 1755. The site is now home to an operating 18th century snuff mill, the first one built in America, and a water wheel. OLD NARRAGANSETT CHURCH. Church Lane off Main St. 401-294-4357. One of the four original colonial parishes in Rhode Island, this church was built in 1707. Includes antique communion silver, slave gallery, and the oldest church organ in North America, built in 1680. SMITH’S CASTLE. 55 Richard Smith Dr. 401-294-3521. This National Landmark was built in 1678, and is very near to the trading center built by Roger Williams, the founder of Rhode Island, in 1636. WICKFORD VILLAGE. Route 1A. 877-295-7200. Historic seaside village founded in 1641, visitors will find great waterviews, 17th and 18th century buildings that are well preserved, and many fine shops and restaurants. QUONSET AVIATION MUSEUM. 488 Ecclecston Ave. 401-294-9540. Museum hosts a collection of aircraft memorabilia. WILSON PARK. Just north of the village. Childrens playground, tennis courts, soccer and baseball fields and a bicycle/jogging path. RHODE ISLAND LIGHTHOUSE CRUISES, NEWPORT HARBOR TOURS Quonset Point, 1347 Roger Williams Way, North Kingstown (401) 295-4040. 90-minute narrated tours past 10 historic Lighthouses along with a complete tour of famous Newport Harbor. May-Oct. www.rhodeislandbaycruises.com

BEACHES CHARLESTON BEACH. Block Island. A challenging walk, but typically uncrowded. Parking is available at the end of Champlin Road. No amenities. EASTON’S BEACH/FIRST BEACH. 175 Memorial Blvd., Newport. Newport’s only ocean beach. Playground, covered picnic pavilion, snack bar, beach store, restrooms, showers. FRED BENSON TOWN BEACH. Block Island. Known locally as Crescent Beach. Lockers, fully equipped bathhouse, restaurant, lifeguards.

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GOOSEBERRY BEACH. 130 Ocean Dr., Newport. Admission. Changing rooms, concession stand, plenty of parking. KING PARK. Newport Harbor, front park. Bandstand, picnic tables, covered pavilion, benches, large open grassy area, playground, restrooms. MANSION BEACH. Block Island. It’s best to arrive by bike, limited parking. No facilities.

PARKS BEAVERTAIL STATE PARK. Jamestown. 401-884-2010. State run beach perfect for scenic views, picnicking and fishing. Also has hiking trails. BRENTON POINT STATE PARK. Ocean Dr. Newport. 401-849-4562. State park with spectacular ocean views and waves crashing on rocks. There is also fishing, hiking, and small beach. FORT ADAMS STATE PARK. Ocean Dr. Newport. 401-847-2400. An active military fort from 1799 to 1945, Fort Adams sits on over 21 acres and held up to 2,400 troops. The original defenses still present include height walls, powder magazines, 3 tiers of guns and cannons, and listening tunnels. The park also includes a picnic area, beach, boat launches and fishing piers. FORT WETHERILL STATE PARK. Fort Wetherill Rd. Jamestown. 401-884-2010. Site of a historic defense battery and military training camp, the park offers spectacular views of Newport Harbor and Narragansett Bay from its location on 100-foot granite cliffs. Salt water fishing, scuba diving, and picnicking available. HERITAGE FOUNDATION OF RHODE ISLAND PARK. Prudence Island. Narragansett Bay. Natural parkland set on 475 acres, featuring hiking trails, excellent birdwatching, and natural photography spots. The entrance to the property is on Broadway, which is in the center of Prudence Island. NARRAGANSETT BAY NATIONAL ESTUARINE SANCTUARY. Prudence Island. Portsmouth. 401-683-6780. National environmental preserve with a self-guided hiking trail and guided nature walks. The park has a picnic area, swimming and boating areas. Accessible through a ferry from Bristol, RI. Open dawn to dusk, Memorial Day– Labor Day. NORMAN BIRD SANCTUARY. 583 Third Beach Rd. Middletown. 401-846-2577. 450-acre wildlife refuge with seven miles of walking trails. Ideal for birdwatching, museum on site.

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SACHUEST POINT NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE. Sachuest Point Rd. Middletown. 401-364-9124. Sachuest Point contains a range of habitats, including salt marsh, brush lands, grasslands, beaches, rocky cliffs, and dunes. More than 200 species of birds have been seen.

GOLFING EAST GREENWICH GOLF AND COUNTRY CLUB. 1646 Division Rd., East Greenwich. 401-884-5656. Public. 9 hole, par 36, 3315 yards. JAMESTOWN GOLF COURSE. PUBLIC. 245 Conanicus Ave., Jamestown. 401-423-9930. 9 hole, par 36, 2989 yards. NEWPORT COUNTRY CLUB. 280 Harrison Ave., Newport. 401-846-3701. Private. 18 hole, par 72, 6482 yards. NORTH KINGSTOWN MUNICIPAL GOLF CLUB. 1 Callahan Rd., North Kingstown. 401-294-0684. Public. 18 hole, par 70, 6200 yards. QUIDNESSETT COUNTRY CLUB. 950 N Quidnessett Rd., North Kingstown. 401-885-5613. Private. 18 Hole, par 72, 6500 yards. ROLLING GREENS GOLF COURSE. 1625 Ten Rod Rd., North Kingstown. 401-294-9859. Public. 9 hole, par 35, 3072 yards. WANUMETONOMY GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB. 152 Browns Lane, Middletown. 401-847-3420. Private. 18 hole, par 70, 6188 yards. WOODLAND GREENS GOLF COURSE. 655 Old Baptist Rd., North Kingstown. 401-2942872. Semi Private. 9 hole, par 36, 3023 yards.

BOATING & KAYAKING INDIAN HEAD NECK ROAD. Gravel strip between Dead Eye Dicks and Smugglers Cove restaurants leads from Ocean Ave. to a ramp on Great Salt Pond. RHODE ISLAND BAY CRUISES Lighthouse Cruises and Newport Harbor Tours (401) 295-4040 or www.rhodeislandbaycruises.com MARTHA’S VINEYARD FAST FERRY Ferry service from Quonset Point to Oak Bluffs, Martha’s Vineyard in only 95-minutes. May–Oct. 401-295-4040 or www.vineyardfastferry.com

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✓ Mark your Calendar JUNE 2: GREAT CHOWDER COOK-OFF 11am to 6 pm, Newport Yachting Center, 4 Commercial Wharf. Admission is $25, children under 12 free with an adult. For more information, visit www.newportwaterfrontevents.com or call 401846-1600. JUNE 16 & 17: R.I. NATIONAL GUARD OPEN HOUSE AND AIR SHOW The Annual R.I. National Guard Open House and Air Show will take place Saturday and Sunday, June 16 and 17, from 10am to 4pm. at the Air National Guard Base, 390-455 Airport St., No. Kingstown,(Quonset). Admission is free. A $10 parking donation to benefit Hasbro Children’s Hospital is requested. No coolers. For more information, visit www.riairshow.org. JUNE 22–24: NEWPORT FLOWER SHOW Rosecliff, 548 Bellevue Ave. Newport. Tickets $18 adults, $6 youth. For more information, visit www.newportflowershow.org or call 401-847-1000. JULY 6–9: TALL SHIPS 2012 Newport will host the 2012 Tall Ships Festival Friday, July 6 to Monday, July 9, in Perrotti Park, America’s Cup Avenue. The event will feature a Parade of Sail through Newport Harbor, exhibits, food, music and family entertainment. Visitors will be able to board more than a dozen ships and meet the international crew members. For a complete schedule of events, visit www.oceanstatetallships.com.

JULY 7 & 8: WICKFORD ART FESTIVAL The 50th Annual Wickford Art Festival will be held Saturday and Sunday, July 7 and 8, from 10am to 6 pm, in Wickford Village, Route 1A, Wickford. The event is a fine arts juried show featuring more than 250 artists from around the country and around the world featuring paintings, sculpture and photography. Admission is free. For more information visit www.wickfordart.org or call 401-294-6840. JULY 13–29: NEWPORT MUSIC FESTIVAL The 44th season of the Newport Summer Music Festival will be held in various Newport mansions through Sunday, July 29. The Festival will present sixty-one concerts with American and international artists. For a performance schedule, concert locations, and ticket information, visit www.newportmusic.org or call 401-849-0700. JULY 28 & 29: NEWPORT FOLK FESTIVAL Fort Adams State Park, 70 Fort Adams Drive. For ticket information, parking, performers and schedule, visit www.newportfolkfest.net or call 401-848-5055. AUGUST 4 & 5: NEWPORT JAZZ FESTIVAL Fort Adams State Park, 90 Fort Adams Drive, Newport. For ticket information, parking, performers and schedule, visit www.newportjazzfest.net or call 401-8485055. AUGUST 25: NEWPORT CELTIC ROCK FESTIVAL Newport Yachting Center, 4 Commercial Wharf. For more information visit www.newportwaterfrontevents.com or call 401-846-1600.

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SEPTEMBER 13–16: NEWPORT INTERNATIONAL BOAT SHOW 10 a.m., at the Newport Yachting Center, 4 Commercial Wharf. For tickets and parking information, visit www.newportboatshow.com or call 401-846-1115. SEPTEMBER 21–23: NEWPORT WINE AND FOOD FESTIVAL Marble House and Rosecliff Mansions, Bellevue Ave., Newport. For a complete list of events, times, and admission prices, visit www.newportmansions.org or call 401-847-1000. OCTOBER 6 & 7: INTERNATIONAL OKTOBERFEST Newport Yachting Center, 4 Commercial Wharf, Newport. Enjoy authentic German music and folk dancing, international biergarten, and family fun activities. For more information, visit www.newportwaterfrontevents.com or call 401-846-1600.

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