8 p.m.; The United, 5 Canal St., Westerly.
The United’s Beatwave Summer Concert series will host a performance by the Wailers, featuring Aston Barrett, Jr. and Mitchell Brunings. Tickets are $35. For tickets or more information, visit unitedtheatre.org.
Friends of the Library Pop-Up Book Sale
10 a.m. to 1 p.m.; Wilcox Park, 44 Broad St., Westerly.
The Friends of the Westerly Library will hold Pop-Up Book Sales on Thursdays on the esplanade of Wilcox Park through Sept. 5. Cash or check only accepted. For more information, visit westerlylibrary.org.
6 p.m.; Esker Point Beach, Groton.
Sugar will perform as part of the Summer SoundWaves concert series. The concert is free. Parking is available at Esker Point Beach for $10 for cars and $5 for motorcycles. For more information, visit groton-ct.gov/depts/parksrec or call 860-441-6791.
North Stonington Agricultural Fair
Various times; North Stonington Fair Grounds, 21 Wyassup Road, North Stonington.
The annual North Stonington Agricultural Fair will feature tractor pulls, animal shows, live entertainment, hay bale toss, ham and bean supper, arts and crafts, vegetables, fruits, baked goods, and Rockwell Amusement rides. Fair hours are 5 to 10 p.m. on Thursday and Friday; at 8 a.m. to 11 p.m. on Saturday; and 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Sunday. Admission is $12; free for ages 9 and under. For more information, visit northstoningtonfair.org.
Various times; Theatre by the Sea, 364 Cards Pond Road, Wakefield.
Theatre by the Sea will present the musical comedy “Tootsie.” Performances are scheduled for Tuesday through Saturday at 8 p.m., with matinees on Thursdays and Saturdays at 2 p.m. and Sundays at 5 p.m. For tickets, visit theatrebythesea.com or call 401-782-8587.
Newport Classical Music Festival
Various times; Various locations.
Newport Classical Music Festival will present 28 concerts between July 4-21, at Newport’s historic mansions and venues including The Breakers, The Elms, Castle Hill Inn, Blithewold Mansion, and the Norman Bird Sanctuary. For schedule or tickets visit newportclassical.org/music-festival or call 401-849-1133, ext.1.
5 to 7 p.m.; Avondale Arts, 95 Watch Hill Road, Westerly.
An opening reception will be held for an exhibit of works by artist Jodi Traub. The exhibit will be on display through July 31. For more information, visit avondalearts.com or call 401-315-5479.
Opening reception: Stonington Artists exhibit
5 to 7 p.m.; La Grua Center, 32 Water St., Stonington.
La Grua Center will hold an opening reception for the 15th annual Stonington Artists exhibit, featuring local artists from Stonington, Mystic, and Pawcatuck. Works will be available for sale. For more information, visit lagruacenter.org.
6 p.m.; Cross’ Mills Library, 4417 Old Post Road, Charlestown.
Cross’ Mills Library will host a performance of sea chanteys, sailors’ ditties, maritime ballads, and Irish songs with Tow Rope Girls. For more information, visit crossmills.org or call 401-364-6211.
6:30 to 11 p.m.; Frosty Drew Observatory, 61 Park Lane, Charlestown.
Frosty Drew Observatory host stargazing nights on Fridays. The observatory’s astronomers will be on hand with telescopes to view the night sky. There is a $5 suggested donation. Visit frostydrew.org for more information.
Krista and Becca Ritchie book signing
4 to 6 p.m.; Bank Square Books, 53 West Main St., Mystic.
Bank Square Books will host a book signing with authors Krista and Becca Ritchie for the book “Dishonestly Yours.” For more information, visit banksquarebooks.com or call 860-536-3795.
“The Drowsy Chaperone”
Various times; Granite Theatre, 1 Granite St., Westerly.
Granite Theatre will present the Tony award winning musical “The Drowsy Chaperone.” Performances will be held Thursdays to Saturdays at 7:30 p.m.; Sundays at 2 p.m. For tickets or more information, visit granitetheatre.org or call 401-596-2341.
Various times; Contemporary Theater Company, 327 Main St., Wakefield.
Contemporary Theater Company will present “The Ruby Sunrise” by Rinne Groff. Performances will be held on Fridays and Saturdays at 7 p.m. with a 2 p.m. matinee on Sunday, July 7. For more information, or for tickets, visit contemporarytheatercompany.com or call 401-218-0282.
7:30 p.m.; The United, 5 Canal St., Westerly.
The United’s Beatwave Summer Concert series will host a performance by the Peter Wolf, joined by Duke Levine and Kevin Barry. For tickets or more information, visit unitedtheatre.org.
5 p.m.; Watch Hill Chapel, 5 Bluff Ave., Watch Hill
The Watch Hill Chapel will host a performance by the Pacifica Quartet. The concert is free. For more information, visit watchhillchapel.org.
Native Flowers and Trees tour
10 a.m.; Wilcox Park, 44 Broad St., Westerly.
University of Rhode Island Master Gardeners will lead a free tour of Wilcox Park beginning and ending at the Esplanade outside the Westerly Library. For more information, visit westerlylibrary.org.
Piping and Drumming Highland Games
8 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Stonington High School, 176 South Broad St., Pawcatuck.
The Connecticut Piping and Drumming Highland Games will feature traditional Scottish festivities, including solo piping and drumming, band competitions, and heavy athletics along with vendors offering merchandise and refreshments. Tickets are $35; free for ages 12 and under. For tickets or more information, visit mysticpipesanddrums.org/ct-piping-and-druming.
Nicole Treska book signing
1 to 3 p.m.; Bank Square Books, 53 West Main St., Mystic.
Bank Square Books will host a book signing with author Nicole Treska for the book “Wonderland.” For more information, visit banksquarebooks.com or call 860-536-3795.
1 to 4 p.m.; Mystic River, Gravel St., Mystic.
FloatSwella bands, including Red Lion, playing along the west side of the Mystic River, north of the Bascule Bridge, with attendees watching on both land and paddle boards in the river. Funds raised will support the Greater Mystic Chamber of Commerce and the Downtown Mystic Merchants Association. The event is free with donations gratefully accepted. Rain date is July 14. For more information, visit mysticchamber.org/floatchella.
6:30 p.m.; Mystic Seaport Museum, 75 Greenmanville Ave., Mystic.
Flock Theatre will perform Shakespeare’s comedy “As You Like It.” The performance is free with donations gratefully accepted. For more information, visit mysticseaport.org.
10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Wilson Park, 211 West Main Street, Wickford.
The Wickford Art Festival hosts over 200 artists in a variety of mediums displaying and selling works of fine art. Admission is free. For more information, visit wickfordart.org.
7:30 p.m.; The United, 5 Canal St., Westerly.
The United’s Beatwave Summer Concert series will host a performance by the indie-folk band Blind Pilot, featuring Israel Nebeker, Ryan Dobrowski, Kati Claborn, Dave Jorgensen, Ian Krist and Luke Ydstie. For tickets or more information, visit unitedtheatre.org.
Our Lady of Mount Carmel Feast procession, concert, and fireworks
Various times; Various location, Westerly.
The annual Our Lady of Mount Carmel Feast will feature a procession beginning at Immaculate Conception Church, 111 High St., after morning masses, and a performance by The Westerly Band and fireworks at 8 p.m. at Cimalore Field, Wilson Street.
5:30 p.m. General Stanton Tavern lawn, Route 1, Charlestown.
The General Stanton Inn will host a performance by Adam Levin, classical guitar; and Michal Shein, cello. Tickets are $10. For tickets or more information, visit thegeneralstantoninn.com.
Michael Tougias author talk
4 p.m.; La Grua Center, 32 Water St., Stonington.
Historic Stonington will host a talk by author Michael Tougias as part of the society’s annual meeting. The program is free with a reception to follow. For more information, visit historicstonington.org.
An Evening with Stephen Trask
7 p.m.; Connecticut College Evans Hall, 270 Mohegan Ave., New London.
The Harold Weiner & Geraldine G. Tom Speakers Program will host an Evening with Stephen Trask, composer/lyricist of “Hedwig & the Angry Inch,” who will be joined by Justin Craig. Tickets are $50. The event serves as a benefit to support Congregation Beth El in Waterford. For tickets or more information, visit bethel-nl.org.
6 p.m.; Westerly Town Beach, 337 Atlantic Ave., Westerly.
Monday Night Jams will host a performance by No Exit 4. The concert and parking are free. For more information, visit Tunes on the Dunes on Facebook.
Ocean House Author Series: Zibby Owens
5 p.m.; Ocean House, 1 Bluff Ave., Watch Hill.
Ocean House Author Series, in conjunction with Bank Square Books, will host a talk with author Zibby Owens, in conversation with Deborah Goodrich Royce, for the book “Blank.” For tickets or more information, visit banksquarebooks.com.
6 p.m.: Mystic River Park, 10 Cottrell St., Mystic.
The Stonington Education Fund Blue Monday Concert Series will host Glaucoma Suspect. The concert is free with donations gratefully accepted. The concert is free, with donations gratefully accepted. Proceeds are used by the Stonington Education Fund to promote music education in the schools. Donations of jars of peanut butter or other non-perishable food items are also requested for the Pawcatuck Neighborhood Food Pantry. For more information, visit facebook.com/blue.monday.1.
6 p.m.; The United, 5 Canal St., Westerly.
The United and Bank Square Books will host an author talk with Ben Shattuck, in conversation with Jenny Slate, for the book “The History of Sound.” Tickets are $5; $36 with a copy of the book. For tickets or more information, visit unitedtheatre.org.
Summer Sounds Band Concert
7 p.m.: Mystic River Park, 10 Cottrell St., Mystic.
Waterford Community Band will perform as part of the weekly community band series. Admission is free. Attendees should bring a lawn chair or blanket for seating. For more information call 860-271-3388 or visit facebook.com/SummerSoundsMystic.
6 p.m.; Wheeler Library, 101 Main St., North Stonington.
The Wheeler Library free Summer Music Series will host a performance by the Dan Watson on the lawn of the library. Concert goers should bring blankets or chairs for seating. Food trucks will be open at 5:30 p.m. before the music. For more information, visit wheelerlibrary.org or call 860-535-0383.
6 p.m.; Westerly Town Beach, 337 Atlantic Ave., Westerly.
Blues on the Beach will host a performance by the Duke Robillard Band. The concert and parking are free. For more information, visit Tunes on the Dunes on Facebook.
Ocean House Author Series: Beatriz Williams
5 p.m.; Ocean House, 1 Bluff Ave., Watch Hill.
Ocean House Author Series, in conjunction with Bank Square Books, will host a talk with author Beatriz Williams, in conversation with Deborah Goodrich Royce, for the book “Husbands and Lovers.” For tickets or more information, visit banksquarebooks.com.
Tom McCoy Summer Fun runs
6 p.m.; Pleasant View Inn, back parking lot, 65 Atlantic Ave., Westerly.
The weekly Westerly Track & Athletic Club Tom McCoy Family Fun Run series features a children’s run, followed by 1-mile and 5K run. Walkers and runners are welcome. The event is free. Visit westerlytrackclub.org for more information.
5 p.m.; Dunn’s Corners Fire Department, 1 Langworthy Road, Westerly.
The Karl E. Kenyon Smokey Bear Parade will kick off at 5 p.m. from the Dunn’s Corners Fire department station #1 and proceed through Westerly and Charlestown. The parade will stop at Charlestown Beach parking lot, 5:45 p.m.; Knowles Ave. and Weekapaug Road, 6:30 p.m.; Misquamicut Fire Department on Crandall Ave., 7:15 p.m.; and in Watch Hill on Bay St., 7:30 p.m. There will be photo opportunities with Smokey Bear and fire prevention related items will be given out to children at each stop. For more information, visit dunnscornersfire.com.
Aoife O’Donovan with Hawktail
8 p.m.; The United, 5 Canal St., Westerly.
The United will host a performance by Grammy award winner Aoife O’Donovan. Acoustic trio Hawktail will open the show and accompany O’Donovan. Tickets are $40. For tickets or more information, visit unitedtheatre.org.
Friends of the Library Pop-Up Book Sale
10 a.m. to 1 p.m.; Wilcox Park, 44 Broad St., Westerly.
The Friends of the Westerly Library will hold Pop-Up Book Sales on Thursdays on the esplanade of Wilcox Park through Sept. 5. Cash or check only accepted. For more information, visit westerlylibrary.org.
Roode Memorial Concert Series: The Rivergods
6:30 p.m.; Mystic & Noank Library, 40 Library St., Mystic.
The Mystic & Noank annual Roode Memorial Concert Series will host a performance by folk rock group the Rivergods. The concert is free. For more information, visit mysticnoanklibrary.org or call 860-536-7721.
6 p.m.; Esker Point Beach, Groton.
Mystic Dead will perform as part of the Summer SoundWaves concert series. The concert is free. Parking is available at Esker Point Beach for $10 for cars and $5 for motorcycles. For more information, visit groton-ct.gov/depts/parksrec or call 860-441-6791.
Concert on the Green: Ed Fast & Conga Bop Quintet
6 p.m.; La Grua Center, 32 Water St., Stonington.
La Grua Center’s Concert on the Green will host a performance by the Ed Fast & Conga Bop Quintet. The concert is free. For more information, visit LaGruaCenter.org or call 860-535-2300.
Dani Joy and Perry Stauffer ukulele concert
4:30 p.m.; Union Baptist Church, 119 High St., Mystic.
Mystic Ukulele will host a performance by Dani Joy and Perry Stauffer of Starlight Ukulele Academy. The pair will hold a workshop at 3 p.m. before the concert. There is a suggested donation of $20. For more information, visit Mystic Ukulele on Facebook or call 860-941-7828.
6 p.m.; Gazebo Park, 5 Ocean Road, Narragansett.
3 Legged Dog will perform as part of the Gazebo Summer Concert Series. The concert is free.
Opening reception: Scott Gordley
6 to 8 p.m.; McKinley & Associates, 146 Water St., Stonington.
An opening reception will be held for an exhibit of recent paintings by Scott Gordley.
Various times; Wilcox Park, 44 Broad St., Westerly.
The Colonial Theatre will present John Buchan’s “The 39 Steps” in Wilcox Park. Performances will be held at 8 p.m. Wednesdays to Saturdays; 6 p.m. on Sundays. Free, with donations gratefully accepted. Registration is requested. Visit colonialtheaterart.org to register or for more information.
6 p.m.; Stonington Lighthouse Museum, 7 Water St., Stonington.
Salt Marsh Opera will present Music at the Lighthouse with performances of favorite opera arias, and popular Broadway songs by Amani Col-Felder, soprano; Armando Contreras, baritone; and Blake Hansen, pianist. Attendees should bring blankets, and lawn chairs for seating. Cost is $20 in advance; $25 at the door. For tickets call 860-535-0753 or visit Tom’s Newstand, 133 Water St. For more information, visit saltmarshopera.org.
