This Week's Best Bets

ALL WEEK
It’s not too late to bring home an original piece of pearls from the Pearl Show: Jewels of the Sea. The exhibition continues through Friday, so indulge in this learning experience while it lasts! More info...

MONDAY
Ranked one of the top 50 courses in the nation, Wannamoisett Country Club is hosting the 31st annual Allen H. Chatterton Jr. Memorial Golf Tournament! Hit the greens for a fun-filled day of friendly competition, with all proceeds benefiting the Providence Children’s Museum. More info...

MONDAY
Enjoy tea sandwiches, desserts and iced teas while playing an Alice in Wonderland-themed Scavenger Hunt at the Mad Hatter Iced Tea Party in Ballard Park! More info...

TUESDAY
Celebrating the artistry of video making, the Rhode Island International Film Festival kicks off Tuesday with a week-long jam-packed schedule, showcasing premiere cinematic work. More info...

TUESDAY
All are welcome to the Tuesday Night Open Mic at Sandywoods Farm. It doesn’t matter whether you play an instrument, sing, read poetry or do spoken word, there’s an audience waiting for whatever talent you bring. More info...

TUESDAY
Experience August in the gardens of Rough Point in the Landscape History and Garden Tour. The tour reflects on the development of Newport’s landscape, going back 250 years to farmland and its transformation. More info...

TUESDAY
Elmhurst Clean & Green presents the Fargnoli Concert Series. There will be a farmer’s market from 4-7pm; story time for children at 5:30pm; a musical performance from 6-7:30pm; and a film from 7:45-9:30pm. More info...

TUESDAY
Take a free, Guided Architectual Library Tour at the Historic Providence Public Library on te first and third Tuesday of every month. More info...

WEDNESDAY
New England corporate and business executives are invited to the 12th Annual Corporate Tennis Challenge at the Hall of Fame for a day of fun, cocktails and dinner, followed by a raffle and auction. More info...

WEDNESDAY
Lupo’s Heartbreak Hotel presents another rockin’ show with Machine Gun Kelly, taking the stage at 9pm. Get your tickets while they last! More info...

WEDNESDAY
Don’t miss a special event at Comedy Connection: The Nasty Show with Lenny Clarke! After being “discovered” at the Montreal Comedy Festival, Clarke’s comedic abilities have captured audiences across the nation. More info...

WEDNESDAY
Atwater Donnelly makes an appearance at another Music at Sunset event at the Blithewold Mansion. Guests are encouraged to BYOB, picnic dinner and chairs or blankets. More info...

WEDNESDAY
American Realty Capital presents Movies on the Rocks: Jaws, at Ballard Park. Witness the classic horrifying tale of three men and their deadly hunt to destroy a Great White Shark in an outdoor setting of the quarry meadow. More info...

WEDNESDAY
If you’ve ever wondered what goes on at The Steel Yard, now is your chance to find out. The Yardies offer free public tours on the first Wednesday of every month. Stop by and say hi. More info...  

WEDNESDAY
 The East Greenwich Free Library presents the Mad Science Interactive Science Show in the Silverman Room. Children ages 4-12 are welcome. No registration is required. More info...

THURSDAY
Hera Gallery is hosting a Poetry Reading of the recently published, “The Collected Poems,” by the late Paul Petrie. Petrie’s children, Lisa and Phillip, will be reading selected poems in honor of their father who passed away in 2012. More info...

THURSDAY
Winning over audiences for the last 18 years, Robert Kelly has traveled on tour with Dane Cook and Gary Gulman and guest-starred in numerous TV shows and films. Witness his clever and abrasive stand-up comedy at the Comedy Connection. More info...

THURSDAY
If you didn’t already know that Bristol was rich with history, now is your chance to hear about some of the most remarkable people in American history who called Rhode Island home. Stop by the presentation and book-signing of Christy Nadalin’s Legendary Locals of Bristol, where the fascinating history of the community is revealed. More info...

THURSDAY
Roger Ceresi and his All Starz’s eight-piece band play R&B, rock n’ roll for the soul and swing in a classic performance at The Towers. More info...

THURSDAY
Pendragon performs Celtic-inspired music with a contemporary edge at the Concerts under the Elms series, held every Thursday at the John Brown House Museum. More info...

THURSDAY
In the midst of the Film Festival, the Rhode Island Film Forum is a one-day event that brings together all the movers and shakers of the film industry within the Rhode Island and New England community. Get involved with the “stars” and get an informative and entertaining look at the state of film-making today. More info...

THURSDAY
Dance into the weekend Thursday nights this month with Dance Classes at AQUA at the Providence Marriott. No experience or partner necessary, just fun. Learn Salsa, Bachata and Merengue Conga Lines and enjoy $5.95 margaritas. More info...

THURSDAY
August is heating up with more Movies on the Block, with this week's feature: Moonrise Kingdom. Movies start at dusk, but be sure to arrive early with a blanket to claim your place in the park. More info...

THURSDAY
If you’ve been meaning to read more but haven’t made the time, perhaps you should join the Brown Bag Book Group to ensure you’re held accountable. It meets on the first Thursday of every month at the South Kingstown Public Library. More info...