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5 Things: Heat Watch, Smith's Castle Tours & Balloons

The essentials for July 21.

  1. It's going to be hot today. How hot? Oh, just in the 90s with a heat index of nearly 100. No big deal. Beat the and .
  2. of the historic from one of the site's docents. Adding to the historic touch, the docents will even be dressed up in Colonial garb. Get your learn on and explore one of North Kingstown's most revered sites with tours at noon, 1 p.m., 2 p.m. and 3 p.m. Thursdays through Sundays. Call ahead at 294-3521 to schedule a visit. $6 for adults, $2 for kids six to 12 years, free for members.
  3. Tomorrow kicks off the start to the 33rd Annual South County Hot Air Balloon Festival. If you're looking to get out this weekend with the family, we highly recommend heading down to Kingston for this one!
  4. There's another great event for the family going on tonight by the . Join the as part of the North Kingstown Art Council's Family Summer Concert Series. Starts at 6:30 p.m. Feel free to bring seating and food.
  5. It's going to be hot and hazy tomorrow with highs nearing 91. Tomorrow will be even worse, with an expected heat index of 105 or higher and a chance of thunderstorms in the afternoon.


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