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Five Can’t-Miss Events this Week in Rhode Island

See Wickford Village aglow, sip scotch at Lippitt House Museum, create a gingerbread house masterpiece and more fun things to do in Rhode Island from December 5-11.

December 4, 2019

See Wickford Village aglow, sip scotch at Lippitt House Museum, create a gingerbread house masterpiece and more fun things to do in Rhode Island from December 5-11.

Six Best Spots for Kayaking in Rhode Island

Explore the state's rivers, ponds and shores.

August 8, 2019

Gavi Klein

With hundreds of miles of waterways, ponds galore and placid bays, Rhode Island is a kayaker’s dream come true.

2019 Summer Outdoor Movie Series Schedules

These flicks can be seen from a lawn chair, on a blanket or from your car, under the stars.

June 24, 2019

Molly Clark

Grab your friends and family, a picnic blanket and some snacks, and check out the numerous venues all over the state that offer outdoor movie screenings in fields, beaches and parks.

Seven Indoor Play Spaces for Rainy Day Fun

April showers bring restless kiddos who need to release some energy.

April 19, 2019

Samantha Labrecque

While the rainy weather sticks around for a couple of days, there are many alternative play spaces for both young children and teens on spring break, to have fun, release energy and even get some exercise!

4 Outdoor Winter Activities

Sick of sitting in the house but don’t know what to do because of the cold weather? It’s snow problem!

January 25, 2019

Samantha Labrecque

Now through the end of February, skate by the sea at Gurney’s Resort in Newport. Warm up post-skate at the hotel’s Regent Cocktail Lounge for an après skate menu.

Roger Williams Park Zoo Opens New Faces of the Rainforest Exhibit

Providence Mayor Jorge Elorza and Executive Director of the Roger Williams Park Zoo, Jeremy Goodman, cut the “rainforest vine” that officially opened the building to the public.

November 30, 2018

Kendall Cairoli

Providence Mayor Jorge Elorza and Executive Director of the Roger Williams Park Zoo, Jeremy Goodman, cut the “rainforest vine” that officially opened the spectacular building to the public.

5 Ways to Spend Your Day on the Water

Whether it’s kayaking or paddle boarding, surfing or boating, there are plenty of water activities that the whole family can enjoy.

August 20, 2018

Samantha Labrecque

Whether it’s kayaking or paddle boarding, surfing or boating, there are plenty of water activities that the whole family can enjoy.

Ride the Rails with Rail Explorers of Rhode Island

Pedal to the metal for a six-mile seascape adventure.

July 20, 2018

Samantha Labrecque

We pedal, pedal, glide along the tracks, a swift summer breeze jostles our hair, the sun shines down and the view of sailboats passing by are the perfect elixir for a Rhode Island summer morning.

5 Best Camping Spots in Rhode Island

Pitch a tent (or feel the comforts of a camper), kick back and enjoy the serenity of the great outdoors.

July 16, 2018

John Kiernan

“While the campground may be overflowing with natural luxuries, the amenities are sparse: there are no showers or flush toilets here. When planning your visit, expect a truly rural retreat.”

Rhode Island’s Newest Ice Cream Trailer

The trailer that once held horses, now holds fourteen different flavors of ice cream.

July 11, 2018

Samantha Labrecque

Opened for two weeks and the first of its kind to this area, customers can expect a fresh, locally made sweet treat on these sweltering summer days.

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Five Can’t-Miss Events this Week in Rhode Island

See Wickford Village aglow, sip scotch at Lippitt House Museum, create a gingerbread house masterpiece and more fun things to do in Rhode Island from December 5-11.

Six Best Spots for Kayaking in Rhode Island

Explore the state's rivers, ponds and shores.

2019 Summer Outdoor Movie Series Schedules

These flicks can be seen from a lawn chair, on a blanket or from your car, under the stars.

Seven Indoor Play Spaces for Rainy Day Fun

April showers bring restless kiddos who need to release some energy.

4 Outdoor Winter Activities

Sick of sitting in the house but don’t know what to do because of the cold weather? It’s snow problem!

Roger Williams Park Zoo Opens New Faces of the Rainforest Exhibit

Providence Mayor Jorge Elorza and Executive Director of the Roger Williams Park Zoo, Jeremy Goodman, cut the “rainforest vine” that officially opened the building to the public.

5 Ways to Spend Your Day on the Water

Whether it’s kayaking or paddle boarding, surfing or boating, there are plenty of water activities that the whole family can enjoy.

Ride the Rails with Rail Explorers of Rhode Island

Pedal to the metal for a six-mile seascape adventure.

5 Best Camping Spots in Rhode Island

Pitch a tent (or feel the comforts of a camper), kick back and enjoy the serenity of the great outdoors.

Rhode Island’s Newest Ice Cream Trailer

The trailer that once held horses, now holds fourteen different flavors of ice cream.

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