Some Things for the Weekend in Northern RI

The days grow longer and summer quickly approaches. Graduations, weddings and barbecues for Rhode Islanders of all ages are starting to fill the weekends.  If there is still time for community events, I’ve rounded up some local activities happening in Northern RI which might entertain some. The Pawtucket Red Sox is kicking off a four-game series versus the Syracuse Chiefs beginning Friday, May 14, 2010. Tickets are reasonably priced, accommodating most budgets. Saturday, May 15, appears to be an eventful day in Northern RI. From 9am-1pm in Smithfield, there is a Tire Round Up giving locals the opportunity to donate old rimless vehicle tires. All donations will be sent to Lakin Tire courtesy of Town Fair Tire. Lakin processes used tires for reuse and recycling. A “Guided Kayak Paddle Through History” is going on from 12:30pm-4pm. The tour offers adventurers the opportunity to paddle up the Blackstone Canal in Lincoln, RI. The return trip will begin at the Blackstone River traveling quickly past historic mills, local wildlife and vegetation. This is being put on by the Blackstone Valley Outfitters. Abraham Lincoln (or should I say an actor portraying him, I think) will be traveling on the Providence & Worcester Railway from Providence to Woonsocket, RI from 9:30am-3:30pm. For $25, passengers can join in the celebration of the 150th anniversary, and listen to Lincoln’s historic Cooper Union Speech at Harris Hall. Dress up in period costume and enjoy music by the Heritage String Band. Admission price includes entry in a raffle to receive an original portrait of Lincoln by Peter Campbell, valued at $2,000. So, join in this fun.