Five Can’t-Miss Events this Week in Rhode Island
Eat your heart out at Newport Restaurant Week; Give your ears a treat at the James Montgomery concert and more events November 13-20.
Courtesy of Discover Newport/Bar’cino
Newport Restaurant Week
Give your taste buds a treat while dining at some of the top restaurants in nine coastal communities during Newport Restaurant Week. Pre-fixe menus offer diners the chance to experience select menu items for discounted rates. Participating restaurants include local favorites like Yagi Noodles, Stoneacre Garden, Giusto, Brick Alley Pub, the White Horse Tavernand more.
The Details: Nov 7 – 16. Prix-fixe menus for lunch range between $20–$30 while dinner prices are $30–$60. Newport, discovernewport.org
The Chocolate Expo
Give in to your sweet tooth at The Chocolate Expo, a day of sugary treats and engaging activities. Live demos will educate you while tastings of chocolate and baked goods will satiate you. Wear your finest knitwear and take part in the ugly sweater contest, along with other seasonal entertainment and festivities. A kids’ zone with face painting and balloon twisting will round out the event.
The Details: Nov. 16. 10 a.m.–6 p.m. $12.21–$33.19. Bally’s Twin River, 100 Twin River Rd., Lincoln, thechocolateexpo.com
James Montgomery
A known name in the blues world and a member of the iconic Johnny Winter Band, James Montgomery’s successful career spans five decades. Montgomery will bring his famed harmonica playing and musical abilities to The Odeum for a night of his greatest hits and current songs.
The Details: Nov. 14. 8 p.m. $41. The Odeum, 59 Main St., East Greenwich, greenwichodeum.com
Fandom Fest
Are you a lover of fantasy, cosplay, video games and more? This event is for you. Take part in a costume contest, SFX makeup workshop, fantasy book fair and more! Socialize with fellow fandom lovers while taking part in all the fantasy centered activities the day provides.
The Details: Nov. 15th. 11a.m.– 2p.m. Westerly Library and Wilcox Park, 44 Broad St., Westerly, westerlylibrary.org/event/fandom-fest
Providence Fall Home Show
In the heart of Providence, see expert exhibitors, live demonstrations, and learn industry insights. If you have a passion for home design and renovating, this is the place to be!
The Details: Nov. 15th– 16th. 10 a. m.– 5 p.m. Rhode Island Convention Center, 1 Sabin St., Providence, jenksproductions.com/event/providence-fall-home-show/
