Arts & Entertainment
Five Things: Free Skating, Farmers Market, Family Concert
Your guide for life in North Kingstown today, July 18.
Free Skating at Boss Arena: URI’s Boss Ice Arena is offering a family-friendly option for cooling down this week during the above-average temperatures and humidity in R.I. Complimentary skate admission to community members wishing to get out of the heat this week will be offered this Thursday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and Saturday from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Skate rentals are available for $5.
NK Farmers Market: The market takes place in the back of the Brown Street municipal parking lot, by the anchor, every Thursday from 3 to 7 p.m. Check it out!
Wickford Planning Committee meeting: The meeting takes place at 5:30 p.m. at Town Hall.
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Family concert tonight: NK Arts Council’s Family Summer Concert Series features Vanessa Trien and the Jumping Monkeys at Town Beach at 6:30 p.m. Bring a blanket, a picnic dinner and enjoy the show (rain location: the Community Center).
Weather: All together now: It’s gonna be hot! Apparently, yesterday was not very hot, compared to what’s expected today. So, in honor of the heat, here’s the great Ella Fitzgerald’s rendition of Too Darn Hot. Hang in there … relief is coming on Sunday.
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On Friday …
Circus Smirkus: Circus Smirkus presents "Somewhere Over the Rainbow,” a new spin on the Wizard of Oz. The Smirkus Troupers are ages 10 to 18 and they perform around New England during the summer. They will be at the Washington County Fairgrounds in Richmond. Tickets available at smirkus.org. There are two shows both Friday and Saturday, at 1 p.m. and 6 p.m.
The Elderly Brothers at NK Free Library: Back by popular demand, the Elderly Brothers are sure to entertain as they sing songs from the ‘60s and ‘70s. Bring chairs or a blanket and a picnic dinner for this free concert on the lawn at NK Free Library. A great evening for the whole family! Please register in case we have to be inside (no food) due to rain.
On Saturday …
Willett Free Library’s Book, Art & Bake Sale: The Willett Free Library is holding it’s 47th Annual Book, Bake and Art Sale today starting at 9 a.m. Post Office Park, opposite 20 Ferry Road at the intersection of Boston Neck Road in Saunderstown. Come support Willett Free Library and find a treat or treasure.
NKHS Class of '93 Reunion: It’s taking place today and tomorrow. On Saturday, we will be getting together at Pelly's 19th Hole for a casual but fun evening of reconnecting, remembering and renewing friendships and our "Skipper" pride. If you are interested, we have reserved tee times at 4 p.m. to play golf beforehand. On Sunday, there is a family-fun picnic day for families to get together and meet the families. Spread the word and help us find all of our classmates. Any contact information can be sent to our email address.
Shrek The Musical: Rhode Island Youth Theater invites you to come see Shrek The Musical, complete with a custom built, larger-than-life dragon, a live orchestra, and a talented cast of local kids. Shows are at 7 p.m. at North Kingstown High School (air-conditioned!) tonight and Saturday. Tickets can be purchased in advance for $12 and $14 through PayPal or at the door. (Get tickets at www.RIYT.org).
Free Skating at Boss Arena: URI’s Boss Ice Arena is offering a family-friendly option for cooling down this week during the above-average temperatures and humidity in R.I. Complimentary skate admission to community members wishing to get out of the heat this week will be offered today from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Skate rentals are available for $5.Get more local news delivered straight to your inbox. Sign up for free Patch newsletters and alerts.
