Get Out: Beavertail, Bowling & More

Don't let scattered showers put a damper on your weekend. Here are a few ideas for fun-filled times this Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Where/When: Beavertail State Park, Beavertail Road, Jamestown | Friday, June 10 from sunrise to sunset

Why Go: Though there are projected showers for Friday morning, Friday evening looks like it might be the perfect time to visit this state gem. Located on Beavertail Road in Jamestown, Beavertail State Park boasts some of the most scenic coastal overlooks in the state. Whether you're new to Rhode Island or a lifelong resident, Beavertail is a must-see. Play frisbee on one of the park's many grassy knolls, cast your line for some of the best saltwater fishing in the region or go bouldering along the park's rocky coastline. So, pack the picnic basket after work on Friday and hit the shore in Jamestown! The price is right, after all.

Pricing: Free 

Where/When: Kingstown Bowl, 6125 Post Road, North Kingstown | Saturday, June 11 from 8:30 p.m. to 1 a.m.

Why Go: Bring your friends and split the bill for an affordable night of Rock-n-Bowl fun at Kingstown Bowl. Perfect for a rainy night, bowling will keep you on your toes as the lights are turned down and the music cranked up. Hit the right pin(s) and you may even win a prize. Bring your a-game and have a ball!

Pricing: $25 for 1 hour in a lane, $40 for 2 hours or $60 for the night; shoe rental per person: $3.75 

Where/When: Gaspee Days, Pawtuxet Park, Narragansett Parkway, Warwick | Friday night, all day Saturday, Sunday morning, June 10-12

Why Go: Lauded on the event's website as Rhode Island's "Original Water Fire," Gaspee Days commemorates colonists' 1772 burning of the British schooner, the HMS Gaspee. Weekend events include fireworks, a colonial-style reenactment and a 5K road race. For specific event times, see the events calendar.

Pricing: Free

Where/When: Oak Hill Tavern, 565 Tower Hill Road, North Kingstown  | Friday night, June 10 at 9 p.m.

Why Go: Unwind with a drink in hand Friday night and listen to a live performance by eclectic local musician Buddy Cavaleri. 

Pricing: The music's on the house, but view Oak Hill Tavern's food and drink menus for pricing.

Where/When: The Foundry, 285 Promenade Street, Providence | Sunday, June 12 at 8:30 a.m. registration; walk starts at 10 a.m. rain or shine

Why Go: Help the Rhode Island Blood Center save lives by helping to raise awareness and money. Sign up online or simply show up to the event. The walk begins at the Providence Donor Center and ends at the State House, according to the event's website. Former New England Patriot and cancer survivor Joe Andruzzi is scheduled to give the welcome address at 9:50 a.m.

Pricing: Free to walk; raise $50 or recruit 5 friends to donate blood and receive a Pints for Life t-shirt.