April In Newport, Rhode Island
by Vera Thornton
Today is the first day of April and spring is definitely in the air. Of course, there's always something happening in and around Newport, and April is no exception. This month offers events on both ends of the spectrum -- from indulging in tantalizing dining to birding and Earth Day beachside events. Here are a few of my top picks so that you can mark your calendars:
Newport Restaurant Week
April 6th to April 12th
This event has been so overwhelmingly popular that it now happens twice a year instead of once. And no wonder - a whole week of discounted meals at a variety of wonderful restaurants! Prix-fixe for three courses is $16 for lunch and $30 for dinner at over 25 of Newport County’s finest dining venues. Restaurants cover all the bases from pub-style casual dining to upscale fine dining - and everything in between. Also featured during the week are wine pairings, cooking demonstrations, a rum history tour (with samples!) and the local farmers’ market.
BirdFest
Norman Bird Sanctuary
April 5th - 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Spring has arrived and birders alert! Improve your skills, learn how to attract birds to your backyard, enjoy nature activities with the family. A full day of bird walks, lectures, and demonstrations, the BirdFest includes birding at Sachuest Point with lunch ($35). It takes place at the Norman Bird Sanctuary, a 300-acre wildlife refuge with seven miles of hiking trails. You will be treated to a breathtaking view of the ocean and surrounding areas as well as the fun and companionship of birding. A trailside museum and the Barn Owl Gift Shop are also available for browsing.
Sponsor: Rhode Island Audubon Society
Where: Norman Bird Sanctuary, 583 Third Beach Road, Middletown
Contact: (401) 949-5454 x 3041
Admission Fee: $5.00 per adult; $3.00 per child
Earth Week
April 21st to April 25th - 12:00 noon to 5:00 p.m.
Celebrate our planet and learn how to take care of it! Honor environmental awareness with a full week of activities at the Norman Bird Sanctuary. Learn how you can make a difference for our natural world with recycled craft stations, nature scavenger hunts, and a daily spotlight on our education animals. Activities will be available throughout the day.
Sponsor: Rhode Island Audubon Society
Where: Norman Bird Sanctuary, 583 Third Beach Road, Middletown
Contact: (401) 846-2577
Admission Fee: $5.00 per adult; $3.00 per child
Today is the first day of April and spring is definitely in the air. Of course, there's always something happening in and around Newport, and April is no exception. This month offers events on both ends of the spectrum -- from indulging in tantalizing dining to birding and Earth Day beachside events. Here are a few of my top picks so that you can mark your calendars:
Newport Restaurant Week
April 6th to April 12th
This event has been so overwhelmingly popular that it now happens twice a year instead of once. And no wonder - a whole week of discounted meals at a variety of wonderful restaurants! Prix-fixe for three courses is $16 for lunch and $30 for dinner at over 25 of Newport County’s finest dining venues. Restaurants cover all the bases from pub-style casual dining to upscale fine dining - and everything in between. Also featured during the week are wine pairings, cooking demonstrations, a rum history tour (with samples!) and the local farmers’ market.
BirdFest
Norman Bird Sanctuary
April 5th - 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Spring has arrived and birders alert! Improve your skills, learn how to attract birds to your backyard, enjoy nature activities with the family. A full day of bird walks, lectures, and demonstrations, the BirdFest includes birding at Sachuest Point with lunch ($35). It takes place at the Norman Bird Sanctuary, a 300-acre wildlife refuge with seven miles of hiking trails. You will be treated to a breathtaking view of the ocean and surrounding areas as well as the fun and companionship of birding. A trailside museum and the Barn Owl Gift Shop are also available for browsing.
Sponsor: Rhode Island Audubon Society
Where: Norman Bird Sanctuary, 583 Third Beach Road, Middletown
Contact: (401) 949-5454 x 3041
Admission Fee: $5.00 per adult; $3.00 per child
Earth Week
April 21st to April 25th - 12:00 noon to 5:00 p.m.
Celebrate our planet and learn how to take care of it! Honor environmental awareness with a full week of activities at the Norman Bird Sanctuary. Learn how you can make a difference for our natural world with recycled craft stations, nature scavenger hunts, and a daily spotlight on our education animals. Activities will be available throughout the day.
Sponsor: Rhode Island Audubon Society
Where: Norman Bird Sanctuary, 583 Third Beach Road, Middletown
Contact: (401) 846-2577
Admission Fee: $5.00 per adult; $3.00 per child
Labels: Activities, Birding, Dining, Events, Festivals, Newport Rhode Island, Norman Bird Sanctuary, Recreation, Restaurant Week
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