5 Weekend Musts: Washington County Fair + More

Thursday, August 16, 2012

Rachel Eides, GoLocalProv Contributor

This weekend is all about art and entertainment, from the 46th Washington County Fair in Richmond, to A Weekend of Coaching in Newport. Be sure to make the most of this mid-August weekend with our top 5 picks.

46^th Washington County Fair

Wednesday-Sunday  Don’t miss Washington County Fair, Rhode Island's largest authentic county fair and agricultural event. There will be daily concerts, Nashville stage entertainment, carnival rides, exhibits and displays, arts and crafts, games and more. Each of the five days will be packed with entertainment for the whole family. Visit website for daily event schedules. 78 Richmond Townhouse Road, Richmond. Call 215-5964.

Rock 'N' Roll Marathon

Sunday  At the 2012 Rock 'N' Roll Providence Half Marathon, runners and spectators will love the upbeat atmosphere with live performances along the 13.1 miles route. This year at the finish line, don't miss the Billboard chart-topping pop duo Karmin. Throughout the morning, local bands will perform a variety of music from alternative to classic rock, punk, funk and blues. RI high school and middle school cheer and dance teams will also provide spirit along the course. Locations throughout Providence, Karmin performs at the State House finish line.

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Newport Art Museum’s Wet Paint  

Saturday-Sunday    At Wet Paint 2012, a big annual two-day event, artists will create artwork in public view and then auction it off on the same day. This year, there will be more activities on the grounds late Sunday afternoon, including steel drums, bocce and lawn games. Registration online is encouraged. Saturday: 8am-10am Registration, Raku firing demonstration during the day, 3pm Art drop-off deadline, 6pm-8pm Wet Paint Preview/Silent Bidding. Artists who submit work will be admitted free with one guest to Saturday's Preview Reception; Members $10; non-members $15. Sunday: 10:30am-12pm Champagne Brunch (Tickets $100), 12pm-3pm Silent Auction (Free), 4pm-5pm Live auction (Free). Free general admission to the museum all weekend. Newport Art Museum, 76 Bellevue Avenue, Newport. Call 848-8200.

A Weekend of Coaching

Thursday-Saturday  A Weekend of Coaching is a celebratory three-day renewal of historic tradition. Authentic 19th century coaches drawn by teams of four horses participate in a series of daily drives and demonstrations. Drive through the streets of Newport to enjoy free viewings of the century-old sporting tradition. Approximately a dozen coaching teams will come to Newport from around the country. There will also be a free driving exhibition on the grounds of The Elms starting at 10:30am on Saturday morning. Locations throughout Newport. Call 847-1000.

29^th Annual Clambake At Rose Island Lighthouse

Saturday  Bring a big appetite for another delicious and entertaining clambake feast. The menu, served in courses starting at noon, includes New England clam chowder, garden salad and homemade corn bread. The bake includes steamers, mussels, Portuguese & Italian sausages, hot dogs, potatoes, onions, carrots, celery, garlic, herbs and butter, corn on the cob, seasoned fish and optional lobster. There will be games for adults and kids. Rose Island Lighthouse, Newport. 11am-3:30pm. Call 847-4242. For more information, go here.

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