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WATCH HILL - EVENT CALENDAR |
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"There are many events to enjoy and participate in Watch Hill and its surrounding communities" |
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EVENT DATES |
EVENT DESCRIPTION |
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| Home Page | February 13 | VALENTINES DAY - Spend a romantic weekend get-a-way at the Watch Hill Inn in a cozy Residence featuring a warm fireplace encounter. Special Weekend Package Rate available. | ||||
| Contact Us | April 8 | EASTER SUNDAY - | ||||
| April 30 |
PAWCATUCK RIVER DUCK RACE
- 10:30am - 1:30PM -
Corporate Duck Race 11:30PM
- Main Race 12:00PM
Fun and Festivities. Rock wall, duck games, moon bounce, Cheto the clown, delicious food, and much more! |
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| Accommodations | May 8 | MOTHER'S DAY | ||||
| 1 Bedroom Apts | May 28 & 29 | VIRTU ART SHOW - The 14th Annual ’Virtu’ Outdoor Arts Festival will take place in beautiful Wilcox Park in downtown Westerly, and will feature the fine selected works of 180 professional artists and crafts persons. | ||||
| 2-3 Bedroom Apts | Virtu will be held rain or shine and admission is free. Virtu will be a showcase for both the visual arts and performing arts. Event hours are 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. | |||||
| Activities | May 30 | MEMORIAL DAY | ||||
| June 19 | FATHER'S DAY | |||||
| BLESSING OF THE FLEET - Every year it is the tradition of yachtsmen and sailor to attend this special event. | ||||||
| Beaches | June 24 | OCEAN HOUSE GALA BALL - Celebrate the storied past of the Ocean House and assist the continued growth of the Ocean Community YMCA by attending a gala in the grand Victorian tradition. | ||||
| Dinner, Cocktails, and Dancing at this black tie event. Tickets are available and reservations are required. Contact the Watch Hill Inn Reception Desk 401-348-6300 for information. | ||||||
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June 25 | POPS CONCERT IN THE PARK - The Town of Westerly holds it annual Pops Concert in Downtown Westerly Rhode Island. Free admission. Bring a blanket and refreshments to enjoy an casual evening. | ||||
| June 25 | WATCH HILL CONSERVANCY'S CELEBRATION OF SUMMER 2011 - Cocktails and hors d'oeuvres at the Misquamicut Club Beach Club. Reservations are required. Contact the Watch Hill Inn Reception Desk 401-348-6300 for information. | |||||
| June 25-26 | ART SHOW - Located at the Watch Hill Park, artists from throughout New England representing many artistic genres including oils, watercolors, photography, jewelry, fabric design, wood sculpture and much more. Rain or Shine, 10am-6pm. | |||||
| Photo Gallery | June 28 | CONCERT IN THE PARK - Summer Concert Series on the Village Green in Watch Hill Village from 6pm-8pm. (Rain date is Thursday of the same week). | ||||
| Rental Policies |
July & August Wednesdays |
SAIL BOAT REGATTAS - Every Wednesday evening during the Summer Season, the Watch Hill Yacht Club sponsors sail boat regattas directly in front of the Watch Hill Inn on Little Narragansett Bay. | ||||
| Rewards Program |
July & August Fridays |
CLAM BAKE BEACH PARTY - Every Friday evening the Ocean House features a spectacular clam bake on the beach overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. Tickets are available and reservations are required. Dress casual. Contact the Watch Hill | ||||
| Special Rates | Inn Reception Desk 401-348-6300 for information. | |||||
| July 3 | CHILDREN'S BICYCLE PARADE - Beginning at the Watch Hill Library 4pm.Open to children (and adults) of all ages! This parade is a long held Watch Hill tradition and fun for the whole family. A Watch Hill Fire Truck will lead the parade | |||||
| down Bay Street to the Carousel. Bicycles and strollers are welcome (no automobiles please). Meet at the Watch Hill Library at 3:30 pm to decorate bicycles, strollers and yourselves in patriotic red, white and blue! | ||||||
| July 4 | INDEPENDENCE DAY PARADE - The Watch Hill Community families turn out to celebrate this day of remembrance. A must see and participate for every member of the family. | |||||
| The Parade passes directly in front of the Watch Hill Inn located on Bay Street in the Village overlooking the harbor. | ||||||
| July 5 | CONCERT IN THE PARK: BAREFOOT TRUTH (ROCK) - Summer Concert Series on the Village Green in Watch Hill Village from 6pm-8pm. (Rain date is Thursday of the same week). | |||||
| July 9 | FIRE DISTRICT ANNUAL MEETING - Located at the Watch Hill Fire Station at 9:30am. | |||||
| July 12 | CONCERT IN THE PARK: DUKE ROBILLARD & SUNNY CROWNOVER (BLUES) - Summer Concert Series on the Village Green in Watch Hill Village from 6pm-8pm. (Rain date is Thursday of the same week). | |||||
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BIG SCREEN MOVIES ON THE BEACH: FURRY VENGEANCE Enjoy Furry Vengeance at the Atlantic Beach Park, located in Misquamicut at 8:30pm on the beach. |
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| July 16 |
WATCH HILL CONSERVANCY: BOARD OF
DIRECTORS MEETING Located at the Watch Hill Fire Station at 9am |
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| July 19 | CONCERT IN THE PARK: SOULSHOT (REGGAE/SKA) - Summer Concert Series on the Village Green in Watch Hill Village from 6pm-8pm. (Rain date is Thursday of the same week). | |||||
| BIG SCREEN MOVIES ON THE BEACH: SHREK FOREVER AFTER - Enjoy Shrek Forever After at the Atlantic Beach Park, located in Misquamicut at 8:30pm on the beach. | ||||||
| July 26 | CONCERT IN THE PARK: DAN MILLS (SINGER/SONGWRITER) - Summer Concert Series on the Village Green in Watch Hill Village from 6pm-8pm. (Rain date is Thursday of the same week). | |||||
| BIG SCREEN MOVIES ON THE BEACH: SURF'S UP - Enjoy Surf's Up at the Atlantic Beach Park, located in Misquamicut at 8:30pm on the beach. | ||||||
| July 30-August 7 | PHOTOGRAPHY SHOW - Open to the public from 12pm-4pm at the Watch Hill Chapel. | |||||
| August 2 | CONCERT IN THE PARK: PAUL JEREMIAH (COUNTRY BLUES) - Summer Concert Series on the Village Green in Watch Hill Village from 6pm-8pm. (Rain date is Thursday of the same week). | |||||
| BIG SCREEN MOVIES ON THE BEACH: HOW TO TRAIN YOUR DRAGON - Enjoy How to Train Your Dragon at the Atlantic Beach Park, located in Misquamicut at 8:30pm on the beach. | ||||||
| August 9 | CONCERT IN THE PARK: GRUPAZON (LATIN) - Summer Concert Series on the Village Green in Watch Hill Village from 6pm-8pm. (Rain date is Thursday of the same week). | |||||
| BIG SCREEN MOVIES ON THE BEACH: SHARK TALE - Enjoy Shark Tale at the Atlantic Beach Park, located in Misquamicut at 8:30pm on the beach. | ||||||
| August 13 | MARDI GRAS - Celebrate the Holidays at the Andrea Hotel with Mardi Gras! Beads, beads, beads and lots of fun! | |||||
| RIVER GLOW - More than 30 floating bonfires in the Pawcatuck River lighting the way for celebrations featuring jugglers, steel-drum band, belly dancing, live music, face painting, food vendors, and much more! | ||||||
| CONSERVANCY ANNUAL MEETING - Located at the Misquamicut Club, hear guest speaker, Geologist Jon C. Boothroyd. Open to Conservancy members, guests, and public. | ||||||
| August 16 | CONCERT IN THE PARK: MAGNOLIA (CAJUN) - Summer Concert Series on the Village Green in Watch Hill Village from 6pm-8pm. (Rain date is Thursday of the same week). | |||||
| BIG SCREEN MOVIES ON THE BEACH: NANNY MCPHEE RETURNS - Enjoy Nanny McPhee Returns at the Atlantic Beach Park, located in Misquamicut at 8:30pm on the beach. | ||||||
| August 23 |
CONCERT IN THE PARK: BOURBON
BOYS (BLUE GRASS) Summer Concert Series on the Village Green in Watch Hill Village from 6pm-8pm. (Rain date Thursday of the same week) |
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| BIG SCREEN MOVIES ON THE BEACH: THE KARATE KID - Enjoy The Karate Kid at the Atlantic Beach Park, located in Misquamicut at 8:30pm on the beach. | ||||||
| August 30 | CONCERT IN THE PARK: BOHEMIAN QUARTET (GYPSY/BOHEMIAN) - Summer Concert Series on the Village Green in Watch Hill Village from 6pm-8pm. (Rain date is Thursday of the same week). | |||||
| September 16-18 | FALL FESTIVAL AT MISQUAMICUT STATE BEACH - Amusements, National Headliners, International Outdoor Food Festival, petting zoo, fireworks, and more! | |||||
| September 30 | BREWS & BLUES AT THE WINDJAMMER - Features live music from The Karl Kelly Band, food from local restaurants and markets paired with over 30 beers from around the world. | |||||
| October 1 | 20th ANNUAL GREATER WESTERLY HEART WALK - Registration starts at 8 a.m. at the Watch Hill Yacht Club. Walk starts at 9. There will be a 5-mile walk and a 2-mile heart stroll for those who may want a shorter route. | |||||
| October 31 | HALLOWEEN FESTIVITIES | |||||
| November 24 | THANKSGIVING CELEBRATION - Every year on the last Thursday in November, | |||||
| November 25 | SANTA'S ARRIVAL - Santa Claus and other holiday characters arrive in downtown Westerly via fire truck and greet children. Free coloring books and lollipops are handed out to children. | |||||
| December 7 | HOLIDAY STROLL & LUMINARIA - Sidewalks are lined with Luminaria you can enjoy a hayride with Santa, and listen to holiday music while you shop in beautiful historic downtown Westerly/Pawcatuck. There will be special discounts, | |||||
| promotions, and money saving coupons. This is a family fun event and a great way to kick off the Holiday season! | ||||||
| December 17 | JINGLE BELL HOLIDAY SHOP CRAWL & ICE SCULPTURE DISPLAY | |||||
| December | TREE LIGHTING CEREMONY - In the spirit of Christmas, the Ocean House offers the special event to celebrate Christmas. | |||||
| December 31 | NEW YEAR'S EVE PARTY - The Ocean House offers an outstanding black tie event every year. Dinner and dancing. Tickets are available. Reservations recommended. Stay at the Watch Hill Inn and visit the Ocean House for this event. | |||||
| For more information call the Watch Hill Inn Reception Desk at 401-348-6300 | ||||||
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