A fireworks show, Irish Fest, carousel celebration, Thomas the Tank Engine train ride and more fun awaits this Labor Day Weekend.
Correction: A previous version of this article incorrectly stated the wrong date for fireworks at Naval Station Newport. The correct date is Saturday, Sept.3.
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In anticipation of statewide Fourth of July celebrations this weekend, Patch provides a briefing of Rhode Island’s fireworks law.
Without a doubt, one of the first things people associate with the Fourth of July are fireworks. Uncle Sam and the red, white, and blue color combination aside, fireworks have become an American tradition for the summer holiday. 2011 will mark the first full year of legal consumer fireworks sales in Rhode Island. Sparklers and other varieties of firecrackers available for purchase in hawkers' tents, local supermarkets, and other shops. But before you set one off, there are a few updated laws of which you should be aware. In Middletown, local police are not permitting the use of any type of fireworks on town-owned properties, including public beaches. As declared by the 2010 law, only sparklers and ground devices are legal for consumer …
Prior to the public release of a large-scale traffic study, the Aquidneck Island Planning Commission provides tips for roads to avoid during the Fourth of July festivities.
Newport's county-wide traffic jams during the Fourth of July are not just speculation. Due to the influx of tourists, traffic does actually increase, according to Tina Dolen, executive director of the Aquidneck Island Planning Commission. The traffic situation was at its worst four years ago when, in addition to the normal increase of tourists, a cruise ship docked in the harbor, causing several more cars than expected. Since that gridlock, however, traffic during the holiday has been improving. "The police department and other city officials have done a terrific job of managing the traffic, even though there is more traffic every year," Dolen said. Dolen listed America's Cup Avenue, Farewell Street and Thames Street in Newport as three …
The best views for fireworks on Aquidneck Island for this booming Fourth of July weekend are right here.
Jamestown Fireworks: Jamestown will kick off the area’s festivities with the first fireworks display on Saturday, July 2 at sundown (approximately 8:30). The fireworks display will be launched from Mackerel Cove which means that Brenton Point State Park should offer the best view of them from Aquidneck Island. Bristol 4th of July Fireworks: Catch the Bristol Fireworks display on Sunday, July 3 at 9:30 p.m. from Portsmouth’s Bristol Ferry Town Common where there’s free on street parking and views of the Mount Hope Bridge will offset the display. Newport and Jamestown Fireworks Cruises: Head out on the water with 12 Meter Charters from 7:30 to 10 p.m. for a cruise under the spectacular sparkling displays for $99 per person on either …
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A roundup of the best events in and around Middletown to celebrate the nation's birthday this weekend in red, white and blue style.
BRISTOL FOURTH OF JULY PARADE Where/When: Hope Street in Bristol on Monday, July 4 at 10:30 a.m. Why Go: Soak in the history of America’s oldest Fourth of July Parade celebrating its 226th year as it makes its way from the intersection of Hope Street and Chestnut Street and continues on to the grandstand on High Street near the Town Common. Pricing: Free admission FOUNDING FATHERS LUNCHEON Where/When: White Horse Tavern on Monday, July 4 at 12 p.m. Why Go: Enjoy a three-course meal reminiscent of our founding fathers with items such as Dandelion Salad with Goat Cheese, Grilled Mutton Steak, and Summer Pheasant Soup just to name a few at America’s oldest continuously operating tavern. Pricing: $30/person; Reservations suggested. FIREWORKS …
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