At AS220, creative artistic expression is highly encouraged. This popular downtown spot brings together such diverse groups as local artists, families, and tourists to enjoy selections from the city's arts, music and entertainment scene. The venue hosts live performances at least six nights a week that include live bands, poetry readings and performance art, just to name a few. There is also a gallery on site that features a rotating exhibit of the work of local artists.
The Bowdish Reservoir stretches for four miles near Chepachet and offers a great opportunity for water recreation, like canoeing for enthusiasts of all skill levels. The reservoir is usable all year round, weather permitting.
Nature lovers with an adventurous spirit will love exploring all of the incredible indoor and outdoor sites that can be found at the Roger Williams Park Botanical Center. This venue features the largest indoor display of gardens in the New England area. The Conservatory and greenhouses are situated on over 12,000 feet of gardens. If you have questions or maybe want to learn more about these incredible surroundings, you can find out more at the on site education center.
Your week is filled with unnecessarily serious moments. Laugh it all away when you take in a show at the Comedy Connection. Nationally recognized talents like Dennis Miller and Rosie O’Donnell are just two of the comedians who have graced the stage at this popular club on the nightlife scene. This venue has ties to the Boston entertainment Comedy Connection at Faneuil Hall, which serves to explain the consistently entertaining (not to mention hilarious) performers that are regularly on the bill.