5 Weekend Musts: Chowder in Newport + More
Thursday, May 30, 2013
You know it's chowder cook-off time when a guy like this greets you at the door. Head to Newport this weekend for all the tasty fun.
32nd Annual Great Annual Chowder Cook-Off, Newport
Saturday Watch chowder-aficionados from across the country compete for the title of World Chowder Champion in the longest-running chowder contest. Attendees can taste test samples of both time-honored and innovative creations and vote for their favorites in the categories of Clam, Seafood, and Creative. After, simply meander outside the gates of the yacht club and you’ll find the debut Newport Oyster Festival—admission is free with a chowder ticket. Here you can taste a range of shellfish, listen to live music, and compete in oyster shucking and slurping contests. 12-6p.m. Chowder tickets $20 presale and $25 on the day. Kids under 12 free with an adult. Call 401 846-1600 or head here for more information.
5th Annual Summer Taste of Block Island Weekend
Friday- Sunday Explore the best of Block Island this weekend, as 60 businesses from the area combine forces to highlight its offerings. Visitors will receive a list of special deals and events to help structure their time on the island, including kayak and taxi tours, wine & beer tastings, lighthouse visits, and gallery openings. Whether you’re an outdoor enthusiast or a foodie, you’ll find something for you. There’s even an animal farm and a design-your-own-ice cream-sundae stall for the little ones. With reduced price accommodation, why not stay the whole weekend? Admission is $5. Some activities require reservations. Call 800 383-2474 for more information, or click here.
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Thursday If you’ve ever needed an excuse to start your weekend early, ART Night this Thursday evening is it. Painting icon and RISD graduate Don Primiano will invite visitors into his studio for a rare sneak peek at his artistic process. This same evening Joe Fletcher from The Wrong Reasons and Will Houlihan of Haunt the House will perform to raise money for David Lamb of Brown Bird, whose recent illness has resulted in mounting medical bills. Think gallery stroll with a musical twist. 5-9 p.m. For Don Primiano head to 543 Main St.,Warren. For the musical benefit, visit The Wooden Midshipman, 146 Water St., Warren. Admission free. Click here for more information.
A Midsummer Night’s Dream by starlight
Friday With the weather getting warmer, it’s the perfect time to spend the evening outside watching Shakespeare under the stars. Bring a picnic, blankets, chairs, and loved ones and watch the Rhode Island Shakespeare Theatre in this picturesque setting. Can’t make it this weekend? Not to worry, Shakespeare under the stars will continue to run every weekend until June 16th. 8 p.m. Roger Williams National Memorial. 282 North Main St., Providence. Admission free. Call 401 521-7266 or click here for more information.
After the Giant: Jack, Jill, and the Beanstalk
Friday Enjoy this twist on two classic fairytales, as you and your children help Jack and Jill solve the spatial conundrums of their friend the giant. This interactive performance is recommended for children over three years of age. Shows at 10:30 a.m., 12 p.m., and 1:30 p.m. Providence Children’s Museum. 100 South St., Providence. Admission $9. Call 401 273-5437 or click here for more information.
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