Northern, RI – Dare we say this weather is perfect?
Welcome to The Weekend, northern Rhode Island, where we round up our local events and happening so you can make the most of your free time – locally. Many of our area businesses and venues have been closed over the past few weeks – and we took a break ourselves, at least from these weekly features.
The fun is back this week and so are we with a list of all that’s happening in our three-town radius. With a break in the heat wave and mostly sunny skies over the next few days, it’s the perfect time to get out and enjoy your community.
Friday, July 19
Couple’s beginner handgun course, MTR Guns & Ammo, 229 Quaker Highway, North Smithfield, 5-8 p.m. $200 for two people. Register by calling (401) 766-0200
Family Fun Friday, Spring Lake Beach, 50 Old Hillside Drive, Burrillville, 5:30 p.m. Games, crafts, prizes and fun for everyone. Water remains open late and theme this week is Christmas in July, with Santa arriving by fire truck at 6 p.m. All activities are included with regular beach admission.
Live music, Burrillville Diner, 2731 Victory Highway, Burrillville, 6 p.m. on the patio
2 Showed Up, Assados Kitchen & Bar, 102 Putnam Pike, Glocester, 6-9 p.m. on the deck
Glad Tidings Community Church, 111 Victory Highway, Chepachet, 6 p.m.
Steve Malec & the Electric Flood, Cady’s Tavern, 2168 Putnam Pike, Chepachet, 8 p.m.
Lifelong Obsession, The Island, 1600 Victory Highway, North Smithfield, 7-10 p.m.
Three screens of movies, Rustic Tri-View Drive In, 1195 Eddie Dowling Highway, North Smithfield, 8450 p.m. See schedule and buy tickets here.
Illusions, Uncle Ronnie’s Red Tavern, 2692 Victory Highway, Harrisville, 8 p.m.
Karaoke, Hill’s Tavern, 417 Putnam Pike, Chepachet, 8:30 p.m. -12:30 a.m.
Saturday, July 20
Pick your own blueberries, Goodwin Brothers Farm Stand, 458 Greenville Road, North Smithfield, 9 a.m.- 4 p.m.
Yoga class, Good Working, 585 Smithfield Road, North Smithfield, 9-10 a.m. Join Ashley Sarji for an all levels class.
Foraging hike, Forestdale School, 180 School St., North Smithfield, 9:30 a.m. The North Smithfield Heritage Association & the Honey Shop host hike helping participants learn to identify mushrooms, edible plants, berries, and medicinal treasures. Hike will last between 2 – 2.5 hours and attendees are advised to wear comfortable hiking shoes, and bring water and insect repellent.
Burrillville Farmer’s Market, Stillwater Mill Pavilion, 75 Tinkham Lane, Harrisville, 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Local vendors and farmers offering fresh produce, local meats, honey, farm-fresh goods, goat’s milk soaps, plants, handmade items, and more. Music by Jimmy Joel
Make your boat float challenge, Jesse Smith Memorial Library, 100 Tinkham Lane, Harrisville, 10-11 a.m. on the Riverwalk. Using pool noodles, straws, and foam, build a boat that really floats. Drop-in style program for kids entering grade 5 and under with their families.
Knitting Circle, The Hen House, 1189 Putnam Pike, Chepachet, 10 a.m.-noon Every Saturday. Bring in any project – knit, crochet, or other needlework – you are working on. The group also enjoys doing yarn swaps, needle/hook swaps and book/pattern swaps.
Shark projects drop in class, The Art of You, 73 Eddie Dowling Highway, North Smithfield, 1 – 2:30 p.m. Fee is $10 per child and $15 per adult.
So Many Rhodes, Hill’s Tavern, 417 Putnam Pike, Chepachet, 2-8 p.m. Back to the 80s party, 8:30 p.m.
Steve Walason, The Island, 1600 Victory Highway, North Smithfield, 5-9 p.m.
The Aviators, Stillwater Mill Pavilion, Tinkham Lane, Harrisville, 6 p.m. Dinolicious food truck will be on site.
Three screens of movies, Rustic Tri-View Drive In, 1195 Eddie Dowling Highway, North Smithfield, 8:40 p.m. See schedule and buy tickets here.
Steve Malec & the Electric Flood, Cady’s Tavern, 2168 Putnam Pike, Chepachet, 8 p.m.
Whiskey Nights, Lindy’s Tavern, 98 School St., North Smithfield, 8 p.m.
Karaoke Dance Party, Pascoag Cafe, 150 Main St., Pascoag, 8 p.m.-12:30 p.m.
Music Bingo, Uncle Ronnie’s Red Tavern, 2692 Victory Highway, Harrisville, 8 p.m.
Sunday, July 21
Brunch Party, Waterfall Cafe, 35 East Ave., 8 a.m. – 3 p.m. With DJ Wisevlad starting at noon
Yoga, Beef Barn Restaurant, 200 Industrial Drive, North Smithfield, 9 a.m. By the covered bridge on the grounds. Participants are asked to bring a yoga mat, water, and $10.
Pick your own blueberries, Goodwin Brothers Farm Stand, 458 Greenville Road, North Smithfield, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Yoga at the Vineyard, Mulberry Vineyards, 95 Pound Road, Glocester, 9:30 a.m. Live music, 1-4 p.m.
Brews for Brains Kristen LeBlanc fundraiser, Bravo Brewing Company, 75 Main St., Pascoag, noon- 6 p.m
Heels & Wheels photo shoot, Lindy’s Tavern, 98 School St., North Smithfield, 1 p.m.
Alias Draleaus, The Island, 1600 Victory Highway, North Smithfield, 2-4 p.m.
The Earthmen, Hill’s Tavern, 417 Putnam Pike, Chepachet, 2 p.m. Meat raffle, 7 p.m.
Roadhouse Blues, Cady’s Tavern, 2168 Putnam Pike, Chepachet, 3 p.m.
Meat raffle, Spritzer’s Bar, 63 Grove St., Pascoag, 6 p.m.
Three screens of movies, Rustic Tri-View Drive In, 1195 Eddie Dowling Highway, North Smithfield, 8:50 p.m. See schedule and buy tickets here.
