Get Out: April 20-22
A comprehensive list of options to kick start your weekend planning.
It's Friday, and you've got no idea what you'll do for the weekend.
Patch is coming to the rescue. We've got the best bets for every age to make your weekend just what you've been waiting for. Check our picks for the activities that are going on in town and nearby.
Where/When: Olde Theater Diner, Friday, 8 p.m. to 1 a.m.
Why Go: Help local musician, Sean Brown raise money to fund his first full-length CD! A $5 cover will get you access to performances by Hannah Devine, Ryan Tremblay, Sean Edward Brown, The Unibrows, The Letter Q, Chris Knott, Rich Ferri, The If, Keith Trice, George Dilorenzo, The Octobers and comedy by Jon Stenning.
Pricing: $5/person
Where/When: Coventry Greenway Crossing on Station St., Saturday, 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Why Go: The Coventry Parks & Recreation Department is hosting a beautifying event that will include planting annual flowers, perrenials and bulbs. Enjoy a scenic walk on the Greenway, picking up litter as you go. Materials and tools will be provided, but feel free to bring your own. Refreshments, snacks and Earth Day giveaways will be handed out.
Pricing: Free
3.) West Greenwich Earth Day Cleanup
Where/When: Begins at Exit 6A Park-and-Ride, Saturday, 8:30 a.m.
Why Go: Rise early on Saturday and help out in West Greenwich before joining Coventry resident's at the Greenway cleanup! This annual cleanup is sponsored by the West Greenwich Conservation Commission. Participants will assemble at the Park-and-Ride to sign in and get gloves and bags. Light refreshments will be served at the lot and lunch will be at the Mishnock Barn.
Pricing: Free
4.) Pool and Patio Center Grand Opening
Where/When: Pool and Patio Center's new location (475 Tiogue Ave.), Saturday, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Why Go: Help celebrate Pool & Patio's 26th year and its move to a new location! Activities include manufacturer discounts and specials on most store items, instructional lessons for pool and hot tub owners, in-store music and contests as well as "Swimming Through the Century", showcasing swimsuits from the early 1900s to present day.
Pricing: Free
5.) Line Dancing
Where/When: Coventry-West Greenwich Elks Lodge ; Sunday, 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Why Go: Want to try something a little different this weekend? Then try your hand (or feet) at line dancing. All ages and abilities are welcome. For more info call Jerry (397-3700) or Lori (206-3618).
Pricing: $6 per person to benefit Elks and Emblems charities.
To find more things to do this weekend, check out our event listings.
Marlene McCarthy
11:06 am on Friday, April 20, 2012
WAVE Goodbye to Breast Cancer
Join the WAVE Mob
Narragansett Town Beach
Sunday April 22, 12 NOON
Stand in solidarity and support the end of breast cancer by January 1, 2020. A ntional challenge from the National Breast Cancer Coalition. www.BreastCancerDeaeline2020.org Hosted by the Rhode Island Breast Cancer Coalition, located in Coventry. BreastCancerRI.org
Lauren Costa
2:44 pm on Friday, April 20, 2012
Thanks for sharing, Marlene!