Events

Top 5 Fun Things To Do: July 11 – 17

WED 11

Stranger Stories: Local essayists and humor writers read their true stories aloud in this new recurring gathering. This episode’s theme: “Hot/Bothered.” 7pm. Ada Books, 717 Westminster St, PVD. fb.com/strangerstoriespvd

THU 12

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Guided Sunset Paddles: Kayak through Providence while taking in the views of the sun setting over the Providence skyline. 6pm. Providence Kayak Company, 10 Memorial Blvd, PVD. providencekayak.com

Burnside Park Music Series: Listen to music and drink a cold beer after work at the first event in the music series. 4 – 7pm. Burnside Park, PVD.

SAT 14

Mulligan’s Island Full Moon Food Truck Nights: Not just food trucks — mini-golf, batting cages and Gooseneck Vineyards wine, too. 1000 New London Ave, Cranston. mulligansisland.com

SAT 14 – SUN 15

2nd Annual Blackstone Valley Craft and Music Festival: Workshops, demos, live performances and music, art vendors, and food trucks. 11am. River Island Park, 1117 River St, Woonsocket. eliteacegroup.wixsite.com