Events
- RiverRide September 15 2019
Sunday, September 15, 2019 @ 11:00 am
RiverRide on the SeekonkBoard a boat for a guided boat tour of the Seekonk River and shore. See Providence and East Providence from a different point of view and learn about the river and the wildlife living on, in and near it. Boat rides start at 11:00 am, 11:50 am , or 12:40 pm. Meet at the Narragansett Boat…More - 2019 park keeping
Thursday, October 3, 2019 @ 5:30 pm
Park-keepingJoin us to help keep the Park in shape. Enjoy a light workout for a short while or the whole 90 minutes. Our activities: manage stormwater spread mulch weed fix trails spread woodchips mend fences have fun! Meet at the Blackstone Park kiosk: Parkside Rd. & E. Orchard Av., Providence, RI 02906. Dates, times and locations subject…More - Art & Exploration
Saturday, October 5, 2019 @ 10:00 am
Spooky SpidersMake a crayon-resist garden spider web while listening to Eric Carle’s “The Very Busy Spider”. Search for webs, mushrooms, and spooky trees in a guided hike. Meet at the Blackstone Park South Section, near Patterson Street and Rhode Island Avenue, Providence, RI 02906. Part of the Art & Exploration at Blackstone Park series, with 15 Minute…More -
Sunday, October 20, 2019 @ 11:00 am
RiverRide on the SeekonkBoard a boat for a guided boat tour of the Seekonk River and shore. See Providence and East Providence from a different point of view and learn about the river and the wildlife living on, in and near it. The Blackstone Parks Conservancy is pleased to offer this event for a second time this fall!More -
Sunday, October 20, 2019 @ 11:00 am
RiverRide on the SeekonkIn light of RiverRide‘s popularity, we are pleased to announce a second RiverRide for this fall. Board a boat for a guided boat tour of the Seekonk River and shore. See Providence and East Providence from a different point of view and learn about the river and the wildlife living on, in and near it. Boat…More -
Saturday, November 2, 2019 @ 10:00 am
Leaf CreaturesWe will collect and identify leaves, do leaf rubbings, and collage them to make leaf creatures. Meet at the Blackstone Park North Section, on Irving Avenue near Loring Avenue, Providence, RI 02906. Part of the Art & Exploration at Blackstone Park series, with 15 Minute Field Trips, at 10 a.m. first Saturdays July 2019 – June…More - Moonrise 2019
Monday, November 11, 2019 @ 4:00 pm
MoonRise on the SeekonkJoin us to watch the full moon rise majestically over the Seekonk River. See the moon and other visible planets through high-powered telescopes and listen to family friendly music as we savor the fall evening. Bring a blanket or chairs, flashlights, and for the literary part of the program, please bring a copy of your…More -
Saturday, December 7, 2019 @ 10:00 am
Winter BirdsLearn about winter bird migration and create a cardinal collage in the style of Charley Harper, make a bird feeder, and look for winter birds including ducks. At Blackstone Field, across from the Narragansett Boat Club (2 River Rd. aka River Dr., Providence, RI 02906). Part of the Art & Exploration at Blackstone Park series, with 15…More -
Saturday, January 4, 2020 @ 10:00 am
Cones and ConifersBundle up and learn how to identify pine from spruce, fir and more. Adults down to pre-school age will examine and draw needles, scales, and cones. At Blackstone Field, across from the Narragansett Boat Club (2 River Rd. aka River Dr., Providence, RI 02906). Part of the Art & Exploration at Blackstone Park series, with 15 Minute Field…More -
Saturday, February 1, 2020 @ 10:00 am
Moss & MicroworldsThose brave enough to face the cold in February will collect moss and lichen from fallen branches and then at a warmer location observe them in a microscope. We’ll also learn about tardigrades and rotifers and make bizarre moving puppets through paper manipulation. At Blackstone Field, across from the Narragansett Boat Club (2 River Rd. aka…More -
Saturday, March 7, 2020 @ 10:00 am
Frogs & ToadsLearn about RI’s 10 native frog species and design your own frog or toad trading card! Meet at the Blackstone Park North Section, on Irving Avenue near Loring Avenue, Providence, RI 02906. Part of the Art & Exploration at Blackstone Park series, with 15 Minute Field Trips, at 10 a.m. first Saturdays July 2019 – June…More -
Saturday, April 4, 2020 @ 10:00 am
Looking Under LogsWe’ll look for worms, salamanders, and more, then draw an underground map using visuals and our imaginations. Meet at the Blackstone Park South Section, near Patterson Street and Rhode Island Avenue, Providence, RI 02906. Part of the Art & Exploration at Blackstone Park series, with 15 Minute Field Trips, at 10 a.m. first Saturdays July 2019…More -
Saturday, May 2, 2020 @ 10:00 am
Milkweed & MonarchsWe will focus on milkweed, the host plant of monarchs, and do a watercolor study. There will be a limited supply of seeds to take home. At Blackstone Field, across from the Narragansett Boat Club (2 River Rd. aka River Dr., Providence, RI 02906). Part of the Art & Exploration at Blackstone Park series, with 15 Minute Field…More -
Saturday, June 6, 2020 @ 10:00 am
Bizarre BeetlesBeetles are the most diverse order of insects. Pick your favorite, from ladybugs and fireflies to rhinoceros and green dung beetles. Create a beetle card with watercolors or make an easy ladybug with collage. At Blackstone Field, across from the Narragansett Boat Club (2 River Rd. aka River Dr., Providence, RI 02906). Part of the Art & Exploration at…More
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