It may be August but there’s plenty of fun left in the Warwick Weekend roundup, with the grand opening weekend at Narragansett Beer, the Sizzling Summer Art Fest, monster truck fun for the whole family and everything in between. Check out our weekend picks:
Friday, August 6
“Resilience; a Juried Exhibit for Native American Artists”
Warwick Center for the Arts is excited to announce our upcoming exhibit entitled, “Resilience; a Juried Exhibit for Native American Artists.” This exhibit is a collaborative partnership between the Warwick Center for the Arts, Tomaquag Museum, and RISCA’s Atrium Gallery Travelling Exhibits. The original artwork ranges from installations to freestanding pieces as well as 2D and 3D media. The curator, Angel Beth Smith of the Narragansett Tribe, is a professional artist with more than 30 years of experience providing artistic content, teaching, and marketing support to academic institutions, churches, and private organizations. 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., Warwick Center for the Arts, 3273 Post Road, Warwick.
Narragansett Beer Grand Opening Weekend: National IPA Day
Head to Narragansett Beer this weekend to celebrate the grand opening of its brewery and tap room. Friday is National IPA Day and in its honor, they are releasing a new IPA and also enjoying all of the ones they currently offer. Plus, enjoy music from Isabella Kensington and the Bonetown BBQ Food Truck. Noon to 10 p.m., Narragansett Brewery, 271 Tockwotton St., Providence.
Food Truck Friday at Roger Williams Park
Enjoy Food Truck Friday featuring more than a dozen locally-owned food trucks, along with local beer from Trinity Brewhouse, along with live music. 5-8 p.m. Roger Williams Park Zoo & Carousel Village, 1000 Elmwood Ave., Providence..
Saturday, August 7
Grab the family and pick your own blueberries today at Rocky Point Farm. 7 a.m. to noon. Rocky Point Farm, 130 Rocky Point Ave., Warwick
We Be Jammin With Food Trucks At Rocky Point
Head to Rocky Point today as the city of Warwick, We Be Jammin and Ocean State Food Truck Festivals present We Be Jammin With Food Trucks. Enjoy food from some of the best food trucks in Rhode Island and shop from more than 100 vendors. It’s a great day you don’t want to miss. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Rocky Point Beach Park, 1 Rocky Point Ave., Warwick.
Stop by the Goddard Park Farmers’ Market today and grab some fresh produce, breads, meats, flowers and more from local spots. 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Goddard State Park, 1095 Ives Road, Warwick.
Join the JAYCEES at their award-winning arboretum every Saturday to help clean up. From pinching flowers, trimming trees, pruning shrubs, restoring plant beds, painting fencing in more, come lend a hand while enjoying the beauty of the area. 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., Riverpoint COMMUNITY Park, 110 Hay St.
“Resilience; a Juried Exhibit for Native American Artists”
Warwick Center for the Arts is excited to announce our upcoming exhibit entitled, “Resilience; a Juried Exhibit for Native American Artists.” This exhibit is a collaborative partnership between the Warwick Center for the Arts, Tomaquag Museum, and RISCA’s Atrium Gallery Travelling Exhibits. The original artwork ranges from installations to freestanding pieces as well as 2D and 3D media. The curator, Angel Beth Smith of the Narragansett Tribe, is a professional artist with more than 30 years of experience providing artistic content, teaching, and marketing support to academic institutions, churches, and private organizations. 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., Warwick Center for the Arts, 3273 Post Road, Warwick.
Narragansett Beer Grand Opening Weekend: Grand Opening Party
Head to Narragansett Beer this weekend to celebrate the grand opening of its brewery and tap room. Today it’s the brewery’s grand opening party. Come celebrate the homecoming of Narragansett Beer back to Rhode Island with music from Sharks Come Crusin and the Saugy Franks Food Truck. Noon to 10 p.m., Narragansett Brewery, 271 Tockwotton St., Providence.
Bloom Collective’s Armory Artisan & Vintage Market
Head to Bloom Collectives weekly outdoor marketplace, the Armory Artisan & Vintage Market every Saturday and Sunday and visit with local artisans, crafters, local food trucks and more. Noon to 5 p.m., 1455 Westminster St, Providence.
The Trinity Beer Garden Comedy Series
Looking for some laughs? Head to Providence tonight and check out the Trinity Beer Garden Comedy Series. Every Saturday Trinity Beer Garden features the best comedians in New England. 8-10 p.m. Tickets are $5. Trinity Beer Garden, 2 Dorrance St. Biltmore Park, Providence.
Head on over to The Trap tonight in East Greenwich and enjoy music and fun with DJ Face. 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. The Trap, 195 Old Forge Rd, East Greenwich.
Sunday, August 8
Grab the family and pick your own blueberries today at Rocky Point Farm. 7 a.m. to noon. Rocky Point Farm, 130 Rocky Point Ave., Warwick.
Head to the Sizzling Summer Art Fest today for a free outdoor event with a variety of artisans, crafters and direct sales representatives to peruse their goods. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Tri-City Lodge, 1915 West Shore Road, Warwick.
Bloom Collective’s Armory Artisan & Vintage Market
Head to Bloom Collectives weekly outdoor marketplace, the Armory Artisan & Vintage Market every Saturday and Sunday and visit with local artisans, crafters, local food trucks and more. Noon to 5 p.m., 1455 Westminster St, Providence.
Monster Truck Madness at Seekonk Speedway
It’s Monster Truck Madness at Seekonk Speedway today. Watch Monster trucks freestyle and races and top trucks strut their stuff while feeling all the action up close. While you’re there, check out the Troy City Tactical Spectator Drags Summer Showdown and the first-ever Spectator Drag 10 lap Shootout. Gates open at 11:30 am., show starts at 2 p.m. Monster truck rides are available for an additional charge from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Tickets are $20 for adults, $10 for children ages 6 to 12 and children 5 and under are free. Seekonk Speedway, 1782 Fall River Ave., Seekonk.
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