5 Weekend Musts: Daffodils at Blithewold + More

5 Weekend Musts: Daffodils at Blithewold + More

Spring is here, Rhode Island! From daffodils and nature walking in Bristol to film festing in Providence, we've got the 5 events you can't afford to miss.

Spring at Blithewold, Bristol

Sunday It's Daffodil Days at Blithewold, and this Sunday you can bring the whole family to experience the beautiful spring grounds of Blithewold mansion and gardens with not only sight, but also smell, touch, and hearing. Reach out with your hands, breath in sweet nectar, wiggle your toes in the dirt, and listen for spring birds’ songs, and of course take in the colors of the flowers and plants all around. The Sensory Walk roams through the Blithewold grounds led by horticulturists, Gail Reed and Tricia Bailey. $8 for members, $12 for non-members, $5 for children. 1pm. Blithewold Mansion, 101 Ferry Road, Bristol. Click here here for more information.

Ivy Film Festival, Providence

Friday-Sunday The world’s largest student-run film festival is screening films at Brown University all weekend. Catch dramas, animations, experimental films, comedies, international shorts, and documentaries from students across the globe. From the story of a sculptor torn between the love for his muse and passion for his art, to a documentary about New York City sewers, from two friends’ wild and embarrassingly hilarious night out, to the daring escape of a Jewish boy from Russian Bounty Hunters, there’s a little something for everyone this weekend. In addition to the films, the IFF will host lectures and events including a Master Class in Screenwriting from Black Swan writer and Brown alum, Mark Heyman, a Bravo after-party, and a Keynote address from Wes Craven, director of the horror hits, “Scream,” and “A Nightmare on Elm Street”. Brown University, 75 Waterman St, Providence. Click here for more information.

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Beethoven's 5th, Providence

Friday Don’t miss the chance to hear one of the most well-known musical pieces in the world, Beethoven’s 5th, live at The Vets. The Rhode Island Philharmonic Orchestra will be performing the entire rendition of Symphony No. 5 as part of Amica’s Rush Hour Concert Series, directed by Larry Rachleff. The Vets, Providence, One Avenue of the Arts, Providence. 6:30 pm. Admission: $38-46. Click here for more information.

Waking Persephone, Providence

Friday-Saturday Now’s your chance to check out the smooth, sensual art of bellydance with Waking Persephone’s two shows at the Roots Culture Center, Friday and Saturday night. Get prepared to be entertained in the beautiful, fierce art of bellydance and other “dark and unusual” genres, performed by highly skilled dancers from around the world alongside talented musicians. Friday and Saturday 8-11 pm. Roots Cultural Center, Home of Providence Inner City Arts, 276 Westminster Street, Providence. Click here for more information.

Dana-Farber 5K, South Kingstown

Saturday Get out and exercise in the warmer weather this weekend with a relaxed 5K in southern RI. Run, walk, or cheer the athletes on from the sideline, and make sure to pick up a T-shirt. Proceeds from the event benefit the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute and Jimmy Fund to help fight cancer. Start and Finish at University of Rhode Island, Quadrangle 7 Lippitt Road, South Kingstown. $10-15. 11:30 am. Click here for more information.