CityState : To-Do List
Zoobilee ! Party with a Purpose
JUNE 29 : Roger Williams Park Zoo ’ s annual fundraiser boasts delicious offerings from local restaurants , as well as live music from Mystique , meet-and-greets with the zoo ’ s education animals and other festivities . 6 – 11 p . m . Visit the website for more details . Roger Williams Park Zoo , 1000 Elmwood Ave ., Providence , 785-3510 , rwpzoo . org
Trips and Tours
Crime and Cuisine Tour
ONGOING : Follow your ( under ) belly through the many culinary delights of Providence ’ s Federal Hill , the city ’ s hub of all things Italian , while sampling Italian delicacies and learning about the city ’ s colorful characters who sometimes strayed to the other side of the law . Meet at Garibaldi Park at the base of the La Pigna gateway arch , visit website for dates , times and cost . 408-6608 , pvdtourco . com
Mike ' s ' s Estate Services One of New England ’ s largest consignment shops
Antiques ~ art ~ furniture ~ lamps pottery ~ jewelry ~ collectibles housewares and more ...
Wednesday , Thursday , Friday 10-5 | Saturday 10-4 Sunday 11-4 | Closed Monday and Tuesday
Appointments should be made 6 to 8 weeks in advance 65 Manchester Street | West Warwick , RI 02893 401-825-7670 | mikesestateservices . com Two Floors ~ 28,000 Square Feet Buy Here ~ Sell Here
Rhode Island Red Food Tours
ONGOING : Explore your favorite Rhody neighborhoods with a food stroll featuring delicious food samplings plus alcohol ( and nonalcoholic ) pairings at five to six independent restaurants and eateries . Tours take place in Providence and Newport . Reservations are required . Visit website for dates , times and costs . 684-1110 , rhodeislandredfoodtours . com
Family Fun
Dragons & Mythical Creatures
THROUGH AUG . 11 : Immerse yourself in a fantasy world where mythical creatures come to life and your wildest fantasies come true . Journey through an interactive experience featuring animatronic beings like a majestic unicorn , a serpent-like wyvern , a mysterious kraken and more enchanting magical creatures — watch in awe as the beasts move , roar and even breathe smoke . Cost not included with zoo admission ; tickets must be pre-purchased online . Visit the website for times and ticket prices . Roger Williams Park Zoo , 1000 Elmwood Ave ., Providence , 785-3510 , rwpzoo . org
Kids Con
JUNE 8 : Bring the family to the ultimate kid paradise at Kids Con . Think petting zoos , princesses , face painting , magic shows , tasty food and more . Spend the day giving the kids a oncein-a-lifetime extravaganza experience , while reliving your favorite childhood memories . Don ’ t forget to stick around for the movie in the park to round out the night . $ 10 ; free for ages two
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