One of my most cherished things about Newport is all the entertainment and activities that continue into each season. With such appeal, it makes it hard to pick just one time of year to enjoy our little 401. With school in full swing and the fall season beginning, here’s the second part of our Family 401 “must do-must enjoy” September suggestions. Enjoy!
09.17-09.18—The 38th Annual Harvest Fair at Coggeshall Farm, 10am-5pm Want to combine history and a really fun time for the family? Coggeshall’s annual harvest fair is the perfect activity to do so! Enjoy games, crafts, music & food. Come along for a fun family day at this ye old colonial working farm in Bristol. A must-do for all families! $8 adults, $5 children. Coggeshall Farm, Bristol, (401) 253-9062. www.coggeshallfarm.org
09.17—A Day For Kids Celebration & Open House, 1-4pm Newport’s Boys & Girls Club is toasting their 4th annual day of family fun with a rock wall, swim lessons, food raffles, face painting, and more (please pre-register if you wish to have your child swim)! This is a great way to get familiar with this amazing club and organization, which is always housed with friendly staff and wonderful events that all families enjoy! Boys & Girls Club, Newport, (401) 847-6927. www.bgcnewport.org
09.17—A Mushroom Walk In The Woods, 1:30-4pm Know of any fungi in the family? Sorry, couldn’t resist. Norman Bird Sanctuary is hosting an educational afternoon with Master of Mushrooms, Joe Metzen, who will share the history, folklore, and a presentation on this beloved little woods plant. After, families will head on a hike to spot all the little fungi they have learned about! Norman Bird Sanctuary, Middletown, (401) 846-2577. www.normanbirdsanctuary.org
09.24-09.25—Newport Arts Festival, 10am-5pm (Sat.) & 10am-6:30pm (Sun.) In Newport, this is “festival” season! We are coming into a jam-packed season of downtown family fun events, and what better way than to kick it off with the arts! This harbor side festival features kid craft areas and loads of great art for mom and dad to view (and shop). Come enjoy a day of food, art, performers, and fun. This venue is always smart with designated kid areas to guarantee family fun! Newport Yachting Center, Newport, (401) 847-0960. www.newportartsfestival.com
09.25—Cluny School Country Fall Fair 10am-4pm It’s the 50th anniversary of the Cluny Country Fair! This is a great activity to kick off our pending fall season of family fun. From carnival games and hay rides to food and kids having loads of fun, this is the perfect way all families should spend their “Sunday Funday.” No worries if this isn’t your child’s school, all are always welcome (encouraged) to have a great time. Rain or shine.Cluny School, 75 Brenton Road, Newport, (401) 569-9564. www.clunyschool.org
Remember to click back every month for a compiled list of hoppin’ happenings all about town, and visit GoNewport.com for an all-inclusive events calendar with something for everyone! October will be jam-packed with fun weekdays, and weekends. Check out Newport Connext for more family fun in the 401, recipes and more!
Fun at the Coggeshall Farm Harvest Fair!