July 25, 26 & 27 South County CTA Presents the 2008 Carr/Mook Junior Tennis Championships Broad Rock Middle School, Wakefield, RI Sponsored by Roba!Dolce Tennis Tournament, including boys' and girls' Under-18, Under-16, Under-14 and Under-12 Divisions, to benefit the Make-A-Wish Foundation® of Rhode Island. All juniors are welcome to take the challenge. Entry fees are $25.00 with prizes awarded to first and second place finishers. For more information, contact Stephen at 401-465-5970 or email: stephen.mook@gmail.com.

Location: Broad Rock Middle School, Wakefield, RI

Citizens Bank is sponsoring this annual Seafood Festival and Road Race in Narragansett.

Citizens Bank is sponsoring this annual Seafood Festival and Road Race in Narragansett.

For 31 years, the Save The Bay Swim has symbolized the Bay Community's commitment to protect the health and future of Narragansett Bay. Scores of dedicated swimmers splash their way across the Bay -- 1.7 miles from Newport to Jamestown -- to raise money for Save The Bay. The event would not possible without our swimmers, our generous corporate sponsors and scores of volunteers who turn out to help make the Swim maintain its reputation as one of the nation's best open-water swimming events.

Location: The Swim is from the Naval War College, Newport to Potter Cove, Jamestown.

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The Aquidneck Island Planning Commission and the state’s federal Delegation will host a ribbon-cutting ceremony and public paddle to launch the Blue Trail kayak and canoe route, which is the first West Side Master Plan project to come to fruition. U.S. Rep. Patrick Kennedy will have a special announcement regarding new federal funding. The celebration will inaugurate the first two official kayak and canoe launches (put-ins) in Portsmouth, for a trail that will eventually extend the length of Aquidneck Island to Newport. The public and paddlers are cordially invited to join the festivities. RSVP encouraged to Tina Dolen at 401-845-9299 or tina@aquidneckplanning.org

Location: Weaver Cove Boat Launch - located off Burma Road (Defense Highway) near Stringham Road in Portsmouth RI

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Be among the first to see an urban revitalization project unlike any other in the state when you attend this month's Business After Hours "Summer Soiree" at Hope Artiste Village. Urban Smart Growth is transforming one of the biggest historic mills in Rhode Island into an arts and business community. You won't want to miss this unique networking opportunity to enjoy community flavors on the village's "Shops at Hope." Tours will be provided. Pre-registration is required by July 24, 2008. $10 per person, pre-registered and pre-paid; $15 per person, pre-registered and pay at the door; $25 for non-members, pre registered and pre-paid. Event time: 5:30-7:30 p.m.

Location: Hope Artiste Village, 1005 Main Street, Pawtucket

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Hurricane Preparedness – 10 Things to do to Plan for a Hurricane. Code Red BCS Successful Recovery – Getting Back to Normal” Insurance Reconstruction Services Time: 8:30 - 11:30am Space is limited to 24 people per session, so register today! Two other dates available, call for details!

Location: Hilton Garden Inn, One Thurber Street/Jefferson Blvd, Warwick, RI

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Citizens Bank is sponsoring this free concert series at Garden City Center in Cranston. This week, The Stumbleweeds will play at this outdoor concert.