What's Going on This Weekend in Bristol and Warren?

Thinking of what to do this weekend? A mix of sun and clouds is the forecast for Saturday and Sunday, plus it's St. Patrick's Day weekend — so get out and enjoy!

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Friday, March 15:

• 1 pm: It's a Beautiful World Exhibit Submissions Accepted: Hope Gallery has issued the call for art [except photography] for the new showing entitled "It's a Beautiful World" set to begin in May. $35 for up to three pieces.
• 6:30 pm: 2nd Annual Alumni Wrestling Match: Mt. Hope High School's wrestling squad hosts a motley crew of alumni on the mats tonight at 6:30 pm. $5 for what promises to be a lot of entertainment.
• 7 pm: Open Mic at Coffee Depot: Bring your instrument, your voice, and your talent. Free.

Saturday, March 16:

• 11 am: St. Patrick's Day Parade: Cross the bridge early and get over to Newport for the annual event. Click here for traffic and parking restrictions in Newport. Later in the day, there are two "post-parade cruises — Eddie's Shoe on the Majestic at 1:30 pm and Flash Mob on the Majestic at 8 pm. Both are $25 and take off from Bowen's Wharf.
• 2 pm: "The Changing RI Meadow" at RI Wild Plant Society: If the noise of the parade isn't your thing, contemplate the vibrant ecosystem of the East Bay's meadows described by John Gwynne from Sakonnet Garden. Free.

Sunday, March 17:

• All day: St. Patrick's Parade Clean-Up: Honor the green by getting Newport clean. With the festivities over, Newport will need some tidying — and some merchants along the parade route, including the Brick Alley Pub, are heading up teams of volunteers for the job. Ask around — and lend a hand.
• 6:30 pm: St. Patrick's Day Corned Beef and Cabbage Dinner: St. Thomas the Apostle Rectory hosts the feast, sponsored by Warren Unit #11, American Legion Auxiliary. $12 of green.

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