Featured Towns of the Month

Published on 19 September 2024 at 09:58

December 2024 - Bristol, RI

Bristol, RI is a beautiful New England town on the east side of the Narragansett Bay. Bristol is conveniently located to Providence, RI and Newport, RI. This small town has so much to day and has events throughout the year for the community.

Bristol, RI is home to the oldest Independence Day celebration in the United States. Each year the Fourth of July parade attracts up to 100,000 attendees. Leading up to the Fourth of July there is so much to do in town. Each summer they have a free concert series, a carnival and fireworks.

In October dress the kids up for the trick-or-treat event to the stores downtown.

In the beginning of December, Bristol hosts a holiday market based off the famous European Holiday Markets. Enjoy the grand illumination in town, with the lighting of the tree downtown and decorative lights that line the downtown street.

Every year they host a soap box derby, a vintage baseball game, and more.

It is not just the year round events that make Bristol, RI such a great town to live or run a business. There is something for everyone.

The gorgeous Roger Williams University is in Bristol, right on the water. Roger Williams is a small private university that enrolls 5,000 students.

Museums:

Herreshoff Marine Museum - There are over 70 boats in the Herreshoff Marine museum, ranging from an 8 1/2' dinghy to a 75' Defiant. In the spring and summer they hold sailing camps for children as well.

1 Burnside St. Bristol, RI

Bristol Art Museum - Whether you want to take art classes or view art on display, the Bristol Art Museum offers it all.

10 Wardwell St. Bristol, RI

Coggeshall Farm Museum - Travel back in time when you visit the Coggeshall Farm Museum. See what farm life was like back in 1799. This museum is located right in beautiful Colt State Park and is located in 48 acres.

1 Colt Dr. Bristol, RI

Top Restaurants:

The Lobster Pot - Stunning water views

119 Hope St. Bristol, RI

Brick Pizza Co. - Beautiful atmosphere in a restored industrial building

500 Wood St. Bristol, RI

DeWolf Tavern - Located on the edge of the Bristol Harbor with a deck that overlooks the water.

259 Thames St. Bristol, RI

November 2024 - Portsmouth, RI

Portsmouth, RI is a beautiful coastal town that includes four small islands: Prudence Island, Patience Island, Hope Island, and Hog Island. Portsmouth is just a short drive to Newport, RI. The school system is consistently ranked among the best in RI. Portsmouth is a peaceful, family-friendly coastal town that has so much to offer in and around it from Wineries, Museums, Beaches, and more.

Points of Interest:

Green Animals Topiary Farm – Home to more than 80 topiary animals & figures on the 7-acre property looking over Narragansett Bay.

380 Corys Ln. Portsmouth, RI

Newport International Polo – Every June – September, Polo teams from around the world & major US cities come to compete.

250 Linden Ln. Portsmouth, RI

Newport Car Museum – There are 100+ automobiles from the 1950s – to the present in this amazing private collection.

1947 West Main Rd. Portsmouth, RI

Rail Explorers – Ride a rail bike on a beautiful tour of the area. There are multiple tour options available. Including themed ones certain times of the year.

1 Alexander Rd. Portsmouth, RI

Greenvale Vineyards – Greenvale Vineyards is a 6^th generation farm that produces small quantities of estate-grown wines with breathtaking views.

582 Wapping Rd. Portsmouth, RI

Ragged Island Brewing Company – Enjoy the spectacular views while trying the craft beers made on the 37 acre farm.

54 Bristol Ferry Rd. Portsmouth, RI

Top Restaurants in Portsmouth, RI:

15 Point Road Restaurant – Beautifully set along the Sakonnet River with indoor & outdoor dining options.

15 Point Rd. Portsmouth, RI

Localz Kitchen & Cocktails – Enjoy great local foods & stunning water views.

657 Park Ave. Portsmouth, RI

Fieldstones – Casual American restaurant & bar.

980 E Main Rd. Portsmouth, RI

The Gulf Stream Bar & Grille – Coastal cooking with a New England Twist.

1 Lagoon Rd. Portsmouth, RI

October 2024 - Jamestown, RI

Jamestown, RI is a town in Newport County located entirely on Conanicut Island. Jamestown has a beautiful downtown area, an excellent public school system, a variety of restaurants & shops, as well as gorgeous beaches. Jamestown is a ferry ride from Newport's downtown and an easy 30 minute drive to Providence, RI. The Hard Pressed Cider Co., offers fresh sweet apple cider & homemade apple cider donuts from Labor Day to Thanksgiving.