things to do
Dreaming of a Green Christmas
Anyone who has traveled at night in winter knows how the cold and darkness can crawl into your bones. Ah, but at Christmas, winter becomes magical. Read more
Be Greek for a Day!
This is the first year that DJ Markos and his Bouzouki Band will be performing. Friday night will be DJ music; Saturday night will feature live traditional Greek music with bouzouki, drums, and guitar; and Sunday will be streamed music. Read more
Love The Ave!
But a funny thing happened over the decades since then: those who stayed behind, along with newly-arrived immigrants, decided that when gritty-city life hands you lemons, you make lemonade! Read more
Building Better Beachfronts
If you thought it was impossible for the South Coast beach scene to improve, you were all wet thanks to projects at Grinnell’s Beach in Tiverton and the Swansea Town Beach. While those two gems will sparkle brighter in the near future... Read more
Auto Art
...there is something educational and inspirational to be gained by all who immerse themselves in the wonder, history, design, and beauty of these vehicles, as well as the eclectic mid-20th century furnishings that echo the personality of these eras Read more
On to Onset!
Onset Village, a (mostly) quiet beach town featuring spectacular views of sparkling water and activities for all ages. It’s truly a hidden gem, loaded with things to do throughout the summer. Read more
Feasts and Fests
While the list of events is seemingly endless, here are some highlights of the exciting festivals, shows, fairs, and feasts happening at various locations across the region! Read more
Independence Day!
Here’s a quick look at some of the top happenings for this year’s Fourth of July celebrations. Read more
What's SUP
If you've ever watched people standing on a surfboard and paddling, you know what's SUP: standing up paddleboarding. Read more
Destination Drives
This great ride runs parallel to the Sakonnet River and ends at the Atlantic Ocean. ... Read more
Opening Your Mind to Pumpkin Decoration
With pumpkins you can run with just about any theme you imagine: rustic to regal, rough and ragged to formal and precise, from a lone pumpkin to an entire tableau. Read more
Fall comes to Fairhaven
The Manjiro Festival, which alternates yearly between Japan and the United States, helps bolster interest in the connection to Manjiro. Read more
A Special Community Gathering in Support of Public Art and Gardens
On Thursday, August 17, join AHA! and the Trustees at the Allen C. Haskell Public Gardens for The Picnic. The event is a joint fundraiser, with proceeds going to help both organizations provide free experiences for the local community. Read more
Aug 9, 2017 7:35 PM Coastal Mags
MA Mini Maker Faire
Maker Faire is the Greatest Show (and Tell) on Earth—a family-friendly showcase of invention, creativity and resourcefulness, and a celebration of the Maker Movement. Read more
Aug 9, 2017 7:28 PM Coastal Mags
Unlocking Westport
With the basic needs of food and drink taken care of, visitors to Westport have the arts to enjoy. Poetry readings, music, and children’s story-time programs are complemented by galleries devoted to fine art. Read more
Onset Reborn
Between Buzzards Bay and East Wareham lies the quaint village of Onset. Initially established at the turn of the 20th century as a hotspot for Boston area spiritualists, Onset was a destination for people seeking answers from beyond. Read more
Hamlet in the Park
Aug 19, 2017 7:30 PM to 9:30 PM Fall River Heritage State Park Davol St, Fall River, Massachusetts 02720 Read more
Jul 12, 2017 5:26 PM Coastal Mags
Traveling with With Children
Whoever said “travel is the best education” probably traveled solo, and never with school-aged children or teenagers. Read more
FALL RIVER - A Celebration of Art & Music
Jun 13, 2017 9:51 PM Coastal Mags
Time to Hit the Beach!
It's time to hit the beach, and Horseneck Beach State Reservation in Westport is the place to go. At 816 acres, you can easily find a spot to just chill, stare out across Rhode Island Sound, and recuperate from the crazy stop-and-go winter. Read more
February
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Education & Learning Home & Garden Outdoor
Foundations in Gardening: Succession Planting for Seasonal Interest-
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Charity & Fundraisers Education & Learning Kids & Family
For the Love of Turtles Open House-
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Concerts & Live Music
Roses and Thorns-
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Business & Career Education & Learning Home & Garden
Green Scene Panels at Blithewold-
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Concerts & Live Music Food & Drink
Valentines' Tea-
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Education & Learning Kids & Family Theater & Dance
Heathers: The Musical at Tabor Academy-
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Talks & Readings
An Afternoon with Murder-
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Education & Learning Kids & Family
February Vacation Week Activities-
March
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Concerts & Live Music
Haydn, Brahms, and Volness at the Newport Congregational Church-
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Concerts & Live Music
The Neal McCarthy Problem-
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Kids & Family Theater & Dance
Mother Goose at Rosecliff-2019-
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Theater & Dance
A Collection of Attitudes 2019-
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Concerts & Live Music
Movie Night: The Sequel-
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Concerts & Live Music Film
Star Wars in Concert with RI Philharmonic Orchestra Live to Film-
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Concerts & Live Music
RI Philharmonic Orchestra presents Beethoven's Violin Concerto-
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Concerts & Live Music
RI Philharmonic Orchestra presents Beethoven's Violin Concerto-
April
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Concerts & Live Music
The Neal McCarthy Problem-
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Charity & Fundraisers Education & Learning Kids & Family
Seal Pup Shower Open House-
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Education & Learning Kids & Family
April Vacation Week Activities-
May
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Concerts & Live Music
The Neal McCarthy Problem-
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Charity & Fundraisers Health & Wellness Kids & Family
Feet, Fins, & Flippers 5k-
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Concerts & Live Music
Epic Journeys-
June
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Concerts & Live Music
The Neal McCarthy Problem-
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Food & Drink
Save The Bay Annual Meeting & Taste of the Bay-
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Charity & Fundraisers Outdoor Sports
26th Annual Buzzards Bay Swim-
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Charity & Fundraisers Outdoor Sports
26th Annual Buzzards Bay Swim-
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Kids & Family
Providence BayCamp with Save The Bay for Grades 2-4-
July
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Kids & Family
Wickford Shipboard Camp with Save The Bay for Grades 5-7-
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Concerts & Live Music
The Neal McCarthy Problem-
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Kids & Family
Providence BayCamp with Save The Bay for Grades 2-4-
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Kids & Family
Providence Junior BayCamp with Save The Bay-
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Kids & Family
Wickford BayCamp with Save The Bay for Grades 2-4-
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Kids & Family
Providence Junior BayCamp with Save The Bay-
August
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Kids & Family
Bristol Shipboard Camp with Save The Bay for Grades 5-7-
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Kids & Family
High School BayCamp with Save The Bay-
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Concerts & Live Music
The Neal McCarthy Problem-
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Kids & Family
Bristol BayCamp with Save The Bay for Grades 2-4-
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Kids & Family
Wickford BayCamp with Save The Bay for Grades 2-4-
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Kids & Family
Providence Junior BayCamp with Save The Bay-