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A holiday stroll with a twist. Come wander around Warren’s downtown village, soak up the merriment and cheer, and do a little good while you’re at it — a portion of all the proceeds benefits the Bristol Warren Education Foundation! Plus, for each $10 you spend, you get a raffle ticket towards our big prize: a huge basket stuffed with treats, goodies, and gift cards from local shops and restaurants (last year’s basket was worth $500+)! (And as if you needed any more incentive, you’ll be able to use our new Discover Warren wooden tokens in $10 denominations and earn double the raffle tickets. If you haven’t heard of the tokens yet, don’t worry… they’re new! Learn about them here.)

The fun starts at 5pm… bring the kids, bring the neighbors… we’ll bring the funk. RSVP on Facebook here to stay updated about fun things happening in and around town.

Warren Wonderland Goings-On:

* Farmstead Mercantile will be hosting carolers from Mt. Hope High School, plus refreshments. Make sure you get over there to check out their wonderful restored second floor, packed with antiques and local art… not to mention their dazzling Christmas displays.

* Stella Marie Soap Company will be giving out a free gift to the first 15 purchasers of the evening!

* The Wooden Midshipman is having a book party for the new cookbook The Fisherman’s Table: Recipes from the Newport Sea! The charming little book features recipes using all local catch, and author Laura Blackwell will be on hand with stories and, of course, samples. Yum!

* Whimsies will be decking the halls and serving eggnog and festive refreshments!

* The Coffee Depot is hosting their weekly Open Mic Night–stop by to grab some wooden tokens, take in some tunes, and grab a hot cocoa for your stroll.

* DISH is offering bubbly and snacks, plus 20% off any ONE item… start planning your holiday party outfits!

* The Brass is having a huge sale! 50% off all their fabulous art (if you haven’t been, you must–so cool!)

* The Cheese Plate will be outside offering samplings and hot cider, plus $5 off a cheese plate inside!

* Donna Neville Custom Framing is featuring nautical art, charts, and local artists as well as spirits and something sweet.

* Luca Boutique is hosting Santa & Mrs. Claus during Warren Wonderland!

Doing something festive that night? Tell us about it: info@discoverwarren.com

The much-anticipated yearly autumn arts festival here in Warren is upon us! This Sunday, October 21st from 12 to 5pm, stroll around town and take in all that the Warren Walkabout has to offer. This year, there’s quite a lot to do and see…

* The Taste of Warren at the Firehouse from  12pm to 3pm, plus dragon rides to Frerichs Farm

* Roving entertainment from The Second Line Social Aid and Pleasure Society Brass Band!

* Live music at the historic Baptist Church (renowned local folk duo Atwater-Donnelly, plus Irish dancer Kevin Doyle) from 1-4pm

* Kids activities and family fun at the Mary V. Quirk School courtesy of the Bayside YMCA.

* Free parking on-street and at various lots throughout town; free trolley rides all around Warren from Columbus Credit Union; and free pedicabs in the downtown area (tips encouraged!)

* Artist demonstrations, open studios, sidewalk sales, and more.

Maps will be available this weekend, on the trolleys and at various points through town. Check out the online version of our map here:

View Warren Walkabout in a larger map

The much-anticipated yearly autumn arts festival here in Warren is upon us! This Sunday, October 21st from 12 to 5pm, stroll around town and take in all that the Warren Walkabout has to offer. This year, there’s quite a lot to do and see…

* The Taste of Warren at the Firehouse from  12pm to 3pm, plus dragon rides to Frerichs Farm

* Roving entertainment from The Second Line Social Aid and Pleasure Society Brass Band!

* Live music at the historic Baptist Church (renowned local folk duo Atwater-Donnelly, plus Irish dancer Kevin Doyle) from 1-4pm

* Kids activities and family fun at the Mary V. Quirk School courtesy of the Bayside YMCA.

* Free parking on-street and at various lots throughout town; free trolley rides all around Warren from Columbus Credit Union; and free pedicabs in the downtown area (tips encouraged!)

* Artist demonstrations, open studios, sidewalk sales, and more.

Maps will be available this weekend, on the trolleys and at various points through town. Check out the online version of our map here:

View Warren Walkabout in a larger map

Let’s a take a stroll, shall we? Tonight’s weather forecast: gorgeous. The art scene? Varied and vibrant (it’s Art Night, after all!). So hop on a trolley or otherwise get yourself downtown and see what we’re up to.

We’ll start at the northerly end of Water Street…

The Greenery is hosting “Capers & Crocodiles,” new paintings by Gianna Pergamo. If you’ve never had the time to check out this sweet little shop (they sell fair-trade and local flowers and gifts), this is your excuse.

Simply Devine restaurant is offering a free bottle of wine with the purchase of two  entrees, and is Art Night’s newest business partner (check out the great paintings by local artist Jim Bush adorning the walls).

and head towards the center of town, where…

DISH is continuing their crazy summer sale with 50%-70% off spring and summer styles, with a sneak peek at their fall collection.

Across the street at The Wooden Midshipman, join Warren’s own boutique wine distributors Sage Cellars and local bloggers from Grapes with Dinner as they taste some fun wines and chat about the art of food + drink. (Plus, 10% off all wine references and cookbooks!)

Now head up to Main Street and check out…

An amazing sample sale at MUSE! Artist LeeAnn Herreid (of Individual Icons) will be on hand to talk about her work. “Twenty years at a jeweler’s bench produces a whole lot of unusual and one of a kind pieces. On Art Night, MUSE empties its safe of these ideas so that they can get on to the next phase!” Handmade models, prototypes, overstocks, seconds, irreplaceable and unusual items are or sale.

A new exhibit at Main Street Gallery: “Flight; Feathers and Wings.” All photography is from local locations, with prints available in numerous formats, including framed, matted, and cards.

A visit from artist Jill Harrington (all the way from Beirut!) next door at Studio 67. There will be wine and light fare. Also, resident artist Betty Harrington will be showing work from her ongoing INFIGO Series in conjunction with Betty being a featured artist in ARTSCOPE MAGAZINE in their September/October issue.

Finally, head down Market Street towards artist and artisan haven 30 Cutler Street, and find yourself at…

Imago Fine Art, Warren’s cooperative nonprofit gallery. Art Night featured artist Mary Dondero joins two guest artists: Sean Thomas, a painter from Providence who works with layers to evoke emotion and atmosphere, and Candis Dixon, a ceramic and installation artist who lives and works in Warren. Plus, IFA artist members Eileen Collins, Rose Esson-Dawson, Lisa Legato, Eileen Mayhew, Linda Megathlin and Lenny Rumpler all have work on display.

Top Drawer at The Brass (in the Cutler Mills complex) will be hosting an opening reception for the exhibit “Earth From Above,” with artists Alan Aiello and David Robidoux.

Most shops, galleries, studios, and restaurants will be open until 9pm or later (the free trolley runs between Warren and Bristol until 9pm). And remember, Art Night is a family-friendly event… so bring the kids, if you like. Happy Art Night!