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Wednesday, May 15

Picnic-Friendly Wines on the Porch with Lynda Gaines

6:00 PM
There are many options when it comes to selecting wines to pair with a picnic of easy-to-eat finger foods. Come learn about how different wines complement various foods in your picnic basket, from cheeses to fruits to nuts. This hands-on class will …

Friday, May 17

Create a Vegetable Garden Trellis

9:00 AM
Join our horticulture team in the Vegetable Garden to create a bamboo structure that will impress garden guests and increase space for growing. Through the process, participants will learn when and where to use vertical trellising in the vegetable …

Monday, May 20

Carving in Soapstone

1:00 PM
Soapstone is among the easiest of stones to carve and offers the satisfying challenge of working in the round. Beginners get grounding in reductive sculpture techniques, yet the beauty of the stone and the finishes that can be achieved appeal to …

Wednesday, May 22

Conifers of Blithewold with Galen Wilbur

10:00 AM
Conifer connoisseur and groundskeeper Galen Wilbur will discuss the incredible collection in the landscape from near and far. Discover the wide variety of conifers at Blithewold and their effectiveness in controlling hard winter winds, softening …

Tuesday, May 28

Early Bird Sensory Walks with Blithewold’s Environmental Educator, Connie Ganley

6:30 AM
Experience the peace of Blithewold as the birds do! You will be gently guided through our natural spaces; taking in and connecting with the early morning sights, sounds, and smells during this leisurely stroll. Unwind and recharge, science has shown …

Blithewold Home-School Days

10:00 AM
Join us on the last Tuesday of each month, from September through May, for fun (and educational) hands-on learning at Blithewold! This year we will offer programs in Science, History, and Art. Each month, we will begin by collecting data for Cornell …

Wednesday, May 29

Nature Mandala Series: Meditation Mandalas

6:00 PM
Local artist Beth Adoette is coming to Blithewold to share her unique practice of partnering with nature in a monthly workshop series. This workshop offers people the opportunity to unplug and be in the moment while exploring beautiful objects of …

Thursday, May 30

Art Night Bristol Warren

5:30 PM
Celebrate and experience local art with Art Night Bristol Warren as we kick off our 13th summer season on the last Thursday of each summer month from 5:30pm - 8:30pm. From open studios to live music and performances, Art Night is the place to be for …

Tuesday, June 25

Early Bird Sensory Walks with Blithewold’s Environmental Educator, Connie Ganley

6:30 AM
Experience the peace of Blithewold as the birds do! You will be gently guided through our natural spaces; taking in and connecting with the early morning sights, sounds, and smells during this leisurely stroll. Unwind and recharge, science has shown …

Saturday, July 13

61st Wickford Art Festival

9:00 AM
Produced by the Wickford Art Association since 1962, we invite you to come and discover the Wickford Art Festival! Located at Wilson Park, the Wickford Art Festival carries on it’s long history and reputation for featuring some of the top fine …

Sunday, July 14

61st Wickford Art Festival

9:00 AM
Produced by the Wickford Art Association since 1962, we invite you to come and discover the Wickford Art Festival! Located at Wilson Park, the Wickford Art Festival carries on it’s long history and reputation for featuring some of the top fine …

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