5 Weekend Musts: Elephant Birthday Parties + More
Thursday, June 20, 2013
Bring the kids to get down with the elephants at the zoo this weekend. Photo: Roger Williams Park Zoo
Elephant Birthday Party at the Zoo, Providence
Saturday Be a real party animal this weekend with an Annual Birthday Party Club event at the Roger Williams Park Zoo. To celebrate the birthday of the African Elephants, Alice, Kate, and Ginny, the zoo will host activities for both the elephants and attendees, from 11am-3pm. Festivities include an elephant education station, a create-a-party-hat station, a yoga event by Laughing Elephant Yoga, and the chance to watch the elephants being fed birthday treats. 11am-3pm. Roger Williams Park Zoo, 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence. Admission to the party is free with a zoo ticket, which are $14.95 for adults and $9.95 for children. For more information click here.
A Public Conversation About Our Founders and Their Intent, Newport
Friday Gain a better understanding of this place we call home as four panelists respond to questions about the intentions of Rhode Island’s founders, this Friday. Panelists include New York Times bestselling author on RI history, John M. Barry, professor of theology studies Daniel Cowden, professor of American History, John Fea, and author Michael Feldberg. This evening is just one part of the Spectacle of Toleration, a yearlong event commemorating the 350th anniversary of King Charles II’s charter. Look out for upcoming events, including a conference on the role of religious tolerance in society. 5-7pm Friday. Great Friends Meeting House, 21 Farwell Street, Newport. Free. Click here for more details and registration.
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Browse beautiful hand-painted galleries of local art for the perfect gift or home decoration this weekend. Photo: Wakefield Rotary Club
Cooking Class with Celebrity Chef Linkie Marais, Warwick
Friday Get romantic and learn something at the same time with Celebrity Chef Linkie Marais' special "Dinner for Lovers" cooking demonstration. Join your partner for a sexy 5 course meal prepared in front of you accompanied by hand-selected wines as well as tips and pointers on cooking styles you can use at home. RI Kitchen and Bath, 139 Jefferson Boulevard, Warwick. Click here for more information.
RI Charter 350th Anniversary Celebration
Saturday It's RI's 350th birthday this weekend. Celebrate with RI Charter at a state house open house, where you are free to explore the halls, take part in Junior Ranger activities, view Native drumming. Don't miss the evening's "Singing About Providence" concert featuring WS Monroe, Billy Mitchell, Indigo Bethea, and more! Rhode Island State House, 82 Smith S, Providence. 10 am - 6 pm. Free. Click here for more information.
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