BURRILLVILLE/NORTH SMITHFIELD – The weather is finally set to improve this weekend, with warm temps and sunshine Saturday and Sunday, and plenty to do right here in northern Rhode Island.
Get outside and enjoy it on Saturday with a fun family day to support Burrillville Little League at their Craft and Vendor Fair. You can pick up unique gifts for mom at the event, and swing by the Spring Artisan Fair at the Beef Barn in North Smithfield for even more options. Swing by Brigido’s Fresh Market while you’re out to support Frehill Council of Knights of Columbus annual Tootsie Roll Drive.
On Saturday night, support your local firefighters with a dinner and comedy show for North Smithfield Local 3984.
The Downtown Pascoag & Neighborhood Association will also give you a chance to celebrate mom early this weekend with their annual Mother’s Day Stroll.
Don’t forget: Friday night is Cinco de Mayo, and local bars and restaurants will offer plenty of ways to celebrate with live music, specials and more.
However you spend your time, we hope you enjoy it, and consider “keeping it local,” with these great venues and organizations.
Friday, May 5
The Assembly Theatre, 26 East Ave., Harrisville, Prom Dress Party, 5-7 p.m. Gowns will be available in various styles and sizes for those attending an upcoming prom.
Bravo Brewing Company, 75 Pascoag Main St., Pascoag, Cinco de Mayo Party, 6 p.m. Special beer release, Lena’s Litos food truck serving empanadas, and music provided by The Aviators
Lindy’s Tavern, 98 School St., North Smithfield, Violin River, 7 p.m.
Hill’s Tavern & Grill, 417 Putnam Pike Chepachet, Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with DJ Serg, 8 p.m. Margarita and taco specials
Uncle Ronnie’s Red Tavern, 2692 Victory Highway, Nasonville, Morse Code, 8 p.m.
Cady’s Tavern, 2168 Putnam Pike, Chepachet, Tyler Fauxbel. Specials including enchiladas, tacos, fajitas, empanadas & quesadillas, along with Margaritas, Palomas, loaded Coronas and many tequilas to choose from
Pascoag Cafe, 150 Main St. Pascoag, Cinco de Drinko. Live music, tacos & margaritas
Toti’s Tavern, 8 Callahan School St., Harrisville, Cinco de Mayo party with Guitar Dave starting at 7 p.m. and a basket raffle
Saturday, May 6
Brigido’s Fresh Market, 900 Victory Highway, North Smithfield, Frehill Council of Knights of Columbus Tootsie Roll Drive, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Collecting funds to help area children and adults with special needs and who are differently able.
Richard Peck Park, Casino Ave., Mapleville, Burrillville Little League Craft and Vendor fundraiser, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Bounce house, raffles, vendors, face painting and crafters. Watch a game and support BLL.
The Beef Barn Restaurant, 200 Industrial Drive, North Smithfield, Spring Artisan Fair, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Visit with local artists and crafters at this outdoor event, the second held on the grounds of the business.
Burrillville Bike Path, entrance by A.T. Levy School, Harrisville, Mother’s Day Stroll, noon-2 p.m. Join the Downtown Pascoag & Neighborhood Association for a walk. Check in for a flower and raffle ticket
Hill’s Tavern & Grill, 417 Putnam Pike Chepachet, Beachstock (Part I) Noon to close. Voltage Entertainment’s 6th annual beach-themed event with bands on the indoor and outdoor stages, a Hawaiian t-shirt contest and wet t-shirt contest. $25 in advance or $30 at the door
Woonsocket Elk’s Lodge, 380 Social St. North Smithfield Professional Firefighters Local 3984’s Night Out fundraiser, 6:30 p.m. Dinner & comedy by Juston McKinney. Tickets cost $50 by calling Brian Gartland at (401) 265-7725.
Lindy’s Tavern Plastic Palace, 98 School St., North Smithfield, Radio Badlands, 7 p.m.
Uncle Ronnie’s Red Tavern, 2692 Victory Highway, Nasonville, Music Bingo, 8 p.m.
Pascoag Cafe, 150 Main St. Pascoag, Karaoke with RVB Entertainment, 8 p.m.- 12:30 a.m.
Cady’s Tavern, 2168 Putnam Pike, Chepachet, Rack ’em Up
Toti’s Tavern, 8 Callahan School St., Harrisville, Charlie Rock live
Sunday, May 7
Brigido’s Fresh Market, 900 Victory Highway, North Smithfield, Frehill Council of Knights of Columbus Tootsie Roll Drive, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Collecting funds to help area children and adults with special needs and who are differently able.
Smithfield Friends Meeting House and Cemetery, 108 Smithfield Road, Woonsocket (just across from Union Cemetery in North Smithfield) Cemetery Awareness events with WHS & NSHA starting at 1 p.m. Talk by Marcel St. Germain, tour of the Friends Burial Ground, and hands-on stone cleaning and restoration workshop. Free and open to the public.
Lindy’s Tavern, 98 School St., North Smithfield, Don Colt’s open mic, 1 p.m.
Art Box Studio, 180 Tinkham Lane, Harrisville, Mother’s Day Paint & Plant, 2-5 p.m. Register prior to drop in for $25 at artboxstudiori.com.
Hill’s Tavern & Grill, 417 Putnam Pike Chepachet, Table One, 2-5 p.m. Pop hits from the 60s, 70s and 80s.
Cady’s Tavern, 2168 Putnam Pike, Chepachet, Roadhouse Blues Jam, 3 p.m.
