NEW: Petition Started to Stop Bristol 4th of July Parade Route Changes
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NEW: Petition Started to Stop Bristol 4th of July Parade Route Changes
The town's 4th of July Committee earlier this week voted to make to make the alterations to the parade, which is part of the oldest Independence Day celebration in the country.
The alterations would shorten the route, cutting out much of Hope Street.
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The language of the petition, started by Ashley Aguiar, is directed at Committee Chairwoman Donna Falcoa.
On the evening of Wednesday, January 6, 2016 the Bristol Fourth of July Committee voted to eliminate most of the parade route section on Hope Street, altering the parade to just under 2 miles long.
To all, this parade is more than just a historical event. This is an annual tradition between friends and family where people from all over the Country come to this beautiful, historic town to celebrate our freedom. Space on the sidewalk is already tight as it is. Cutting the parade just under a half mile will make things more crowded, not to mention create more tension while reserving a spot in the early morning.
In addition, the elderly folks at both the nursing home and the Veteran's home all have easier accessibility from the corner of Chestnut and Hope. Is it fair to them to take away their accessibility all to make those who CHOOSE to march in our beloved parade happier? Although we do understand the committee feels as if this will be a better scenario for all those involved i.e.: performers, law enforcement, etc., we strongly disagree with this decision.
If the heat is such an issue for those marching, they should be advised (as they usually are) of the extreme heat they could face and made sure to prepare accordingly. Please sign to send a message to the Fourth of July Committee that we do NOT want the parade route altered.
10 Great Things to do in RI This Weekend - Jan. 8
Jan. 8
75 or Less at Firehouse 13 Tonight
75 or Less is a Rhode Island record label featuring Indie artists who play everything from folk to metal. Tonight, you can catch four of the label’s finest at Firehouse 13 in Providence. The line-up includes Karma Rocket, the Bob Kendall Band, Everett Brothers Moving Company, and The Anchorites. Rock out at the old fire station at 41 Central St. in Providence tonight starting around 8PM. Tickets are only $7 and will be available at the door.
Jan. 9
Martin Boyce Exhibit at RISD Museum
The Martin Boyce exhibit is the first solo exhibition at an American museum by Scottish artist Martin Boyce.
The exhiition shows off Boyce's works spanning his entire career.
Click here for more information
Jan. 9
Brown vs. Daniel Webster
The Brown Bears men's basketball team returns to action on Saturday, January 9th when the host Daniel Webster at 2 p.m. at the Pizzitola Center.
The Bears look to get back on the winning track after dropping two straight game.
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Jan. 9
Darrell West, Newport Art Museum Speaker Series
The Newport Art Museum will host "How to Watch the 2016 Elections" featuring guest speaker Darrell West. The forum comes as part of the Museum's Winter Speaker Series and will start at 2 p.m.
Jan. 9
Bob Segar Tribute Band - Live Bullet
Bob Segar Fan? Well this is the show for you.
Get down to Newport Grand Events Center and see the tribute band Live Bullet for FREE.
The show begins at 9 p.m.
Jan. 9
After The Beanstalk: Jack, Jill And The Giant At Prov Children's Museum
Help Jack and his sister Jill solve the giant's puzzling spatial challenges in an interactive performance that expands on the classic tale.
Shows at 10:30 & 11:30 AM and 12:30 PM & 1:30 PM; recommended for ages 3 and up.
Jan. 9
Vudu Sister and Allysen Callery at Jimmy’s Saturday
Plan on a night of haunted folk and more with Vudu Sister, a band that plays “songs of death, the dying, the dead, murder, sadness and insanity.”
Also on the bill, award winning ghost folk singer-songwriter Allysen Callery, who also has a new album scheduled for release this Spring. Tiny Diamond and Jillian Kaye open at 9PM. Tickets only $5.
Jan. 10
Newport Seal Tour
Go for a one or two hour tour through Newport Harbor and view 360 seals on Citing Rock off of Rose Island and the Newport Bridge.
A one-hour tour costs $22 for non members while a two hour tour costs $42 for non members.
Click here for more information.
Jan. 10
Providence Sky Chiefs Basketball
The Providence Sky Chiefs are back. This season, the Sky Chiefs will compete in the Premier Basketball League, as the league's latest expansion team.
Providence makes their PBL debut on Sunday, January 10 at 6 p.m. at the JWU Wildcat Center.
Jan. 10
Providence Winter Restaurant Weeks Kick off
Providence Winter Restaurant Weeks will be held from January 10-23 and will feature about 80 restaurants offering three-course, prix fixe lunches for $14.95 and three-course prix fix dinners for $29.95 and $34.95.
