What to do this Weekend: July 20th – 22nd
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Special Saturday Event*:
Winter in July – Mr. Poppers Penguins Free Outdoor Movie Event! Saturday, July 21th, 7 p.m.; Subase North Lake Free tickets are available at the Academy MWR Office to all base patrons! Showing: Mr. Poppers Penguins (rated PG). FREE POPCORN FOR ALL! FREE SNO CONES FOR ALL! Santa may even breeze by on his vacation!! Enjoy the winter lights display!!
*This movie was originally scheduled for Friday night, but has been postponed to Saturday due to rain.
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Rodgers & Hammerstein's CAROUSEL Dates: July 13 - Sept 23, 2012; PG - Parental Guidance Suggested; A Classic Musical Goodspeed Opera House, PO Box A, 6 Main Street, East Haddam, CT 06423; www.goodspeed.org Performance Schedule: Wed/Thurs 2:00pm & 7:30 pm; Fri 8:00 pm; Sat 3:00 & 8:00 pm; Sun 2:00 & 6:30 pm Carousel has captivated audiences around the world with the powerful love story of an innocent young millworker and swaggering carousel barker. He meets a tragic end but is given one chance for redemption by delivering hope to the daughter he never knew and whispering words left unspoken to his wife. Featuring "If I Loved You," "You'll Never Walk Alone," and "June is Busting Out All Over." Experience one of the most celebrated musicals of all time!
Wicked Peach Friday, July 20th - 10:00pm & Saturday, July 21st - 10:00pm; Mohegan Sun, Uncasville, CT; www.mohegansun.com Wicked Peach performs live at Jimmy Buffett's Margaritaville! Since 1996, Wicked Peach has been a staple in the Rhode Island, Massachusetts and southeastern Connecticut area and continues to deliver one of the hottest shows around. One of the New England area's best Rock cover bands, Wicked Peach plays all your favorites from the 70s, 80s, 90s and today.
Mohegan Sun's Outdoor Adventure Weekend Saturday, July 21st - 12:00pm & Sunday, July 22nd - 12:00pm; The Shops at Mohegan Sun; www.mohegansun.com Calling all men and adventure seekers! Mohegan Sun transforms The Shops concourse into a wilderness wonderland during Outdoor Adventure Weekend! Get closer to nature with gift giveaways, special appearances by Troy & Chase Landry of the Swamp People™ television series, displays by vendors such as Cabela's and more!
2012 Outdoor Sculpture Exhibit Tiverton Four Corners Art Center, 3850 Main Rd, Tiverton, Rhode Island; 401-624-2600; Free Admission http://FourCornersArts.org; Now through - September 3, 2012; daylight hours (excepting during private events) Opening Artist Reception July 22, 2012 - 2:00-4:00PM. The Four Corners Arts Center is pleased to announce the 16th Annual Sculpture Exhibit on the grounds of the Meeting House at Tiverton Four Corners. This year's exhibition has been curated by Kaitlin E. Mullen, President of the acclaimed EVAC (Engaging Visual Artist Collaborative) of Rhode Island College. Named for the poem All Watched Over by Machines of Loving Grace by Beat Poet, Richard Brautigan, the theme will be focused on the interplay of mechanical objects and with nature.
Shakespeare Festival: Macbeth Wilcox Park, Westerly RI, 44 Broad Street, Westerly, Rhode Island; (401) 596-7909; http://thecolonialtheater.org Now through - July 29, 2012, Tuesday -Sunday 8pm; Free Admission 2012 marks the 21st Anniversary season of the Shakespeare Festival. This popular event draws almost 20,000 audience members each year to historic Wilcox Park in downtown Westerly to experience the thrill of live, outdoor theatre. During the summer of 2012 the festival will produce Macbeth. The Festival has been honored for the excellence of its productions and designated the "Official Shakespeare Festival of Rhode Island" by the Rhode Island House of Representatives. The Shakespeare Festival has also been named "Best of Summer Evening Pleasure" by Rhode Island Monthly's annual "Best of Rhode Island" issue.
23rd Anniversary Kingston Chamber Music Festival URI Fine Arts Center, 105 Upper College Road, Kingston, Rhode Island; 401-789-0665 http://kingstonchambermusic.org; Now through - July 29, 2012 Various times; please see website for details. Admission: Please see website for ticket details. Artists from around the world converge on Kingston for this twenty-third anniversary event.
32nd Annual East Providence Heritage Festival Pierce Memorial Stadium, 201 Mercer Street, East Providence, Rhode Island; 401-435-7511 http://www.epheritagedays.com; July 19, 2012 - July 22, 2012; Th & Fri 6-11pm, Sat 3-11pm, Sun 3-10:30pm 4-day outdoor music and food festival featuring local artists: Brother2Brother, Tribeca, Lucky Dog, nationally acclaimed Little Paradise (Pat Benetar Tribute) 3 time Grammy Award winner Richard Street, former lead singer of The Temptations and international British rock legends URIAH HEEP plus ethnic food and music, midway, crafts and more!
Black Ships Festival Newport, Rhode Island; 401-846-2720; http://www.blackshipsfestival.com July 19, 2012 - July 22, 2012: Thursday - Sunday The Black Ships Festival offers a variety of events that emphasize both Japanese art and culture. Events include a formal Gala, Japanese Arts & Crafts such as Origami and Ikebana; Martial Arts, and a Japanese Tea Ceremony. A highlight will be the Taiko Drums! The Black Ships Festival commemorates the historic achievements of Commodore Matthew C. Perry, USN, of Newport, Rhode Island. Commodore Perry negotiated the Treaty of Kanagawa in 1854, the first treaty between the United States and Japan, thus ending two centuries of Japanese isolationism. The Black Ships Festival celebrates the signing of the treaty, which brought the two countries together as trading partners.
South County Hot Air Balloon Festival URI Athletic Fields, Keaney Road, Kingston, Rhode Island; 401-783-1770 July 20, 2012 - July 22, 2012; Please see website for schedule; http://southcountyballoonfest.com Admission: $10/adults, $5/children, $25/family (2 adults, 2 children) Balloon Glow and entertainment Friday night. Hot air balloons, crafts, car shows, Revolutionary War encampment, music kids' events, demo food and carnival.
The Valley Railroad Circus Train & Big Top Show Valley Railroad 25 Plains Rd, Essex, CT; July 21-22, 2012 to July 28-29, 2012: 9:30 a.m.-3 p.m.; 860-767-0103 Admission : $25 per person; tickets are available in advance. Information: www.essexsteamtrain.com Event begins as soon as families park their cars at an off-site parking lot, where the Ringmaster welcomes families aboard the Circus Train for a ride to the Big Top Show and Circus Midway. Plus amusement rides, clowns, petting zoo, circus food and live entertainment.
Deep River Ancient Tattoo and Muster Devitt's Field, 15 Southworth Street, Deep River, CT; July 20, 2012 to July 21, 2012 Time : Tattoo (individual corps performances): Friday 7pm; Parade: Saturday, 11am-1pm. Admission : Free. Information: http://companyoffifeanddrum.org/calendar-of-events/ Tattoo (fife and drum performances) at Devitt's Field hosted by Deep River Junior Corps on Friday at 7pm. Parade of dozens of fife and drum corps from all over New England and the mid-Atlantic states on Saturday, 11am-1pm. Parade is followed by concerts all day and jamming until 11pm.
Burton Cummings 8:00pm; July 20th; The Wolf Den, Mohegan Sun, Uncasville, CT; Free; www.mohegansun.com Burton Cummings is that rare artist who has transcended time, genres and generations with a body of work that continues to resonate with fans both old and new. His voice has been rated among the finest in Rock music and his extensive catalogue of songs is the envy of his contemporaries. Burton continues at the top of his game as a performer, singer, songwriter and recording artist second to none. With Canada's original Rock & Roll superstars The Guess Who, Burton scored an unprecedented string of international hit singles and albums including "These Eyes," "Laughing," "No Time," "American Woman," "Share The Land," "Hang On To Your Life," "Albert Flasher," "Sour Suite," "Orly," "Glamour Boy," "Star Baby," "Clap For The Wolfman" and "Dancin' Fool," all written or co- written by Burton. *Come early. Seating is limited. Must be 21 or older. Times and performers are subject to change.
Family Fun Fridays with The Super Cool Beans Blithewold Mansion, 101 Ferry Road, Bristol, Rhode Island; 401-253-2707 http://www.blithewold.org/event/show/447; July 20, 2012: 11 am - 1 pm Admission: Included with Mansion admission; Free for members Aside from a day at the beach, Blithewold's Family Fun Fridays are the ultimate family-friendly way to enjoy an early summer afternoon. Bring a picnic and a blanket and enjoy the show! This week, kids can dance and sing along with the Super Cool Beans. Activities will include this live performance from 11am to noon, followed by a craft project, face painting, picnicking, and pizza from Leo's Ristorante to 1pm. Rain or shine!
Children's Museum of Southeastern CT 409 Main St., Niantic, CT; 10:30am; $15, $9 members; registration required; 860-691-1111 Books, activities for ages 3-5 who are ready to attend alone.
Concerts in the Park 2012 Washington Park in the City of Groton, Meridian Street, Groton, CT , 06340 The "Concerts in the Park 2012" series continues this Friday (July 20) in Washington Park in the City of Groton with the "Brass Kickin' Rock N' Soul" sounds of the band 9Teen. The band 9Teen has performed all over New England, playing everything from classic rock to funk to R&B to Steely Dan to Chicago to Earth, Wind and Fire, and Stevie Wonder. Concerts are free and start at 6:30pm. The concert series is co-sponsored and co-produced by Groton Utilities and the City of Groton Parks and Recreation Department.
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Blackbeard the Pirate 11am and 2pm; Garde Arts Center, New London, CT; www.gardearts.org A Summer on Stage Performance; Tickets: $10 (Please note $2 internet convenience fee.) The children have been practicing and honing their skills during Summer on Stage and now they're ready to hit the Garde Main Stage in this tale of the high seas and pirate life! Join the Missoula Children's Theatre and over 50 local students, in this original musical adaptation, to please audiences of all ages. A group of sailors steps onto the deck of the ship, trying to keep their hands steady and their courage up. But any shred of bravery is quickly washed overboard as they find themselves face to face with one of the meanest pirates to ever sail the seven seas, Blackbeard. Presented with the Missoula Children's Theatre.
Candlebox 8:00pm; The Wolf Den, Mohegan Sun, Uncasville, CT; www.mohegansun.com "Love Stories & Other Musings," Candlebox > Love Stories & Other Musings, the fifth studio album from Candlebox, evidences a newfound level of maturity for the band, formed in 1991 in Seattle. At the same time, listening to it with the volume knob cranked up emphatically reveals that frontman Kevin Martin, lead guitarist Peter Klett, drummer Scott Mercado and their bandmates, remain filled with the youthful exuberance that marked their first go-round in the 90s, a decade during which they ran off a string of Alt-Rock classics while selling north of 5 million albums. *Come early. Seating is limited. Must be 21 or older. Times and performers are subject to change.
Arts & Crafts Touro Park, Bellevue Avenue, Newport, Rhode Island; (401)846-2720; http://www.blackshipsfestival.com Saturday 10am-3:30pm; Free Admission Touro Park on Bellevue Avenue is transformed into a Japanese-American Cultural Center, featuring demonstrations, workshops, and demos. Events for people of all ages. Learn the art of Calligraphy, enjoy a tea tasting , listen to the sounds of Japanese music, watch demonstrations by martial art professionals and much more!
Discover Colonial Newport Walking Tour Museum & Shop at Brick Market, 127 Thames Street, Newport, Rhode Island; 401-849-7300; 10:30am Admission: : $12/person, $5/ages 12 & under; http://www.newporthistorytours.org/ Hear stories of revolution, struggles for religious liberty and remarkable entrepreneurship among Newport's diverse people.
Kiki's Garden Summer Suflower Soiree Canonicus Conference Center, 54 Exeter Rd, Exeter, Rhode Island; 401-255-5524; Free Admission Join us for an afternoon of Art, Food, Fun & Relaxation! FREE ADMISSION! Day's activities include: Swimming & Boating & Lakeside Lounging. Yoga. Games for Kids & Adults. Creative Arts. Live Music & Entertainment. Storytelling. Face Painting. Balloons & Bubbles. Drum Circle. Mystery Penny Auction. Silent Auction. Sunflower Sale. YUMMY BBQ at 4pm. Tickets $20 each, $10 Kids 4-14, under 4 Free. Order tickets by July 9th at www.kikisgarden.org or by phone at 401-255-5524. For more info go to www.kikisgarden.org To Benefit The Krista Weller Burns Foundation Scholarship Fund... Helping Kids Bloom!
Stonington Historical Society Picnic Old Lightouse Museum, South Water Street near the end of Stonington Point in the Borough, Stonington, CT 860-535-1440; http://www.stoningtonhistory.org/calendar.htm; 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm Old-fashioned games, teat tent, baked goods, stories, songs from the War of 1812 and the Battle of Stonington; musket demonstration and more; open to all; free; (860) 535-8445.
Mudhead MegaParty Mystic Shipyard, 100 Essex Street, Mystic, CT; 5:00pm to 10:00pm; http://www.hospicesect.org/news/index.html Support Hospice SE CT by participating in the prize drawing and auction. Join the Mystic Mudheads for food, fun and dancing in support of a good cause. This party will feature the Rock 'n Roll Revue, food from the Mohegan Sun and other local restaurants, live auction and other prize drawings. All funds raised benefit Hospice Southeastern Connecticut and stays in southeastern Connecticut helping our families, friends and neighbors. $20 per person covers food, drinks and dancing to the sounds of Rock n' Soul Revue. There will be prize drawings for items donated by local businesses & nationally recognized sports teams. Register in advance to [email protected] or purchase tickets at the door.
Summer Sizzler Chicken Barbecue United Methodist Church of Branford, 811 East Main Street, Branford, CT 06405; 5pm to 7pm A Summer Sizzler Chicken Barbecue will be served on Saturday, July 21st from 5pm to 7pm at The United Methodist Church of Branford located at 811 East Main Street, Branford (at the Guilford/Branford border) Dinner includes: Half chicken, corn, slaw, potato salad, rolls, dessert, beverage. Price for adults is $12 and children under 12 Free (hotdog menu). All proceeds will support Christian missions. Reservations/ tickets can be made by calling the church @ 203-488-0549. For additional information you can email at [email protected] or call the above number. Our website is http://www.gbgm-umc.org/umcbranford
25th Annual Tiverton Four Corners Arts & Artisan Festival The Mill Pond, 3948 Main Road, Tiverton, 02878 ; FREE & OPEN to the PUBLIC; (401) 533-3211 http://www.TivertonFourCorners.com; 10:00 am to 4:00 pm Tiverton Four Corners is pleased to announce their 24th Annual Tiverton Four Corners Arts & Artisan Festival to be held on Saturday July 16th from 10-4. Hurricane date Sunday, July 17th. In the past, this festival has seen some of the best local, regional and national artists display and sell their works. This year will be no exception! From homemade body care products to works on paper, photography, pottery, beautiful jewelry, home accessories and even handmade dog accessories - this year's festival will be host to unique and useful objet d'arte.
Summer Fair and Lobster Bake First Church of Christ in Saybrook, 366 Main Street, Old Saybrook, CT 06475; 860-388-4567; 12:00pm to 4:00pm Lobster or Steak Dinner - $25 paid in advance or $30 at the event; www.firstchurchsaybrook.org Affordable family fun! Come and enjoy the bounce house with slides, game booths, entertainment, door prizes, fried dough, hotdogs, popcorn, cold drinks, bake sale, and much more. Lobster or Steak Dinner...$25/plate prepaid or $30/plate day of event. Dinner tickets sold 11am Sundays at church or contact: Earl Swain, 860-388-4567 or [email protected]. A great afternoon of family fun and good food!
Fish Tales, Tugs & Sails New London Waterfront Park, 1 Water Street, New London, CT 06320; Free; (860) 444-4289 www.fishtalestugsandsails.com; 11:00 am to 4:00 pm Bring the family down to New London's Historic Waterfront District and explore the blue planet with big boats, children's authors and tons of activities along the waterfront. Check out tugboats, climb aboard the Mystic Whaler tall ship, browse the market, touch some sea critters and enjoy live interactive performances. Authors and entertainers this year include Steve Elci, Ariel from Simply Enchanted, Mark Shasha, Tish Rabe, Island Rhythm and more. Admission is free. Co-produced by New London Main Street, Mitchell College, New London Youth Affairs & the Public Library of New London.
Summer Wine Festival Stonington Vineyards, 523 Taugwonk Rd, Stonington, CT; 11:00 am to 5:00 pm; www.stoningtonvineyards.com Two-day festival with live music by Johnny & the East Coast Rockers; $16, $14 in advance; (860) 535-1222;
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Mohegan Sun's Reality Check presents Troy Landry and Chase Landry 3:00pm - 4:00pm, Free Signing Event, The Shops at Mohegan Sun; www.mohegansun.com; FREE EVENT! Calling all adventure seekers! Get ready for a special Reality Check event presented by Mohegan Sun as a part of Outdoor Adventure Weekend featuring two of the roughest and toughest men, Troy Landry and Chase Landry from the Swamp People™ television series. Meet the two fearless alligator hunters as they make a special appearance at The Shops concourse on Sunday, July 22nd at 3:00pm to meet fans and sign autographs. Are you ready for one wild afternoon? DISCLAIMER: Due to time restrictions there will not be any personal photos or signing personalization. Troy and Chase Landry will only be signing headshots that will be given out at the event. This signing event will be a ‘braceleted’ event and only those in line with bracelets will be able to participate in signing. ‘Braceleting’ will begin at 1:00pm on the day of the signing at the specified signing location. First come first served.
Jim Messina 7:00pm; The Wolf Den, Mohegan Sun, Uncasville, CT; Free; www.mohegansun.com Jim Messina has had an illustrious career in the music industry. Messina was one of the members of the popular Folk/Rock band Buffalo Springfield, as well as one of the founding members of the Country group Poco. Messina also made up half of the Soft Rock duo Loggins and Messina. He has released three solo albums throughout his career. *Come early. Seating is limited. Must be 21 or older. Times and performers are subject to change.
Denison Farm Market 12:00 pm to 3:00 pm; Denison Homestead, 120 Pequotsepos Rd., Mystic, 06355; Free; 860-334-2245; Pick up some fresh, delicious, local food at the Denison Farm Market this summer and fall. Each week market goers can find local fruits and vegetables, meat, honey, eggs, maple syrup, herbs, jellies and preserves, cheese and many other items. The market runs from June 3 to October 28 with a special November 18 market just before Thanksgiving. Special events throughout the season include a visit by special guest chef and author Emily Brooks, a book swap day, and a Halloween costume contest for kids and the young at heart. The Denison Farm Market is the can't-miss farmers market of the season featuring the very best in local farmers from southeastern Connecticut. https://www.facebook.com/denisonfarmmarket
Cappella Cantorum Men's Chorus Concert Old Lyme Congregational Church, Sheffield Room, Ferry Rd. and Lyme St., Old Lyme, CT 06371; $12 in advance, $15 at the door; www.cappellacantorum.org; 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm Cappella Cantorum Men's Chorus Concert, Sunday, July 22, 7:30pm, in the air conditioned Sheffield Room, at the First Congregational Church of Old Lyme, where Ferry Rd meets and ends on Lyme St. The 32 member male chorus is conducted by Barry Asch and accompanied by Deborah Lyon. The concert features: Selections from Les Mis, The Musical that Swept the World: Swansea Town; Battle Hymn, Soon and Very Soon; Solos, and The Hill Top Four, (Barbershop Quartet) will also perform. Tickets $15 at the door, Advanced sales $12, at Homeworks, Old Saybrook; Celebrations, Deep River, or call Claudia at 860-526-1038 (12 & under, free).
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Friday, July 20th: 6pm - Prometheus 3D (R)
Saturday, July 21st: 3pm - Madagascar 3D (PG) 5pm - Prometheus 3D (R) 7pm - Mr. Poppers Penguins - FREE SHOW at NORTH LAKE! Free tickets at ITT now for this Winter in July event!
Sunday, July 22nd: 5pm - Madagascar 3D (PG) 7pm - Prometheus 3D (R)
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