Photo credits: Hot Air Balloons: Eric Wertheimer; Boy on Waterslide: Amy Martira; Bride & Groom on beach: South County Tourism Council; Seafood plate: Ellen; Native American Pow Wow: Kenneth Turner; Rhythm & Roots Festival: Hank Randall and Paddle boarder: Victoria Dority           

 

Did you know your photos of South County could pay for your vacation here? It's true! We're giving away a first place prize of $1,000, a second place prize of $500, third place of $250 and five runners-up will get $50 each. So come on, show us your happiest, most joyful South County moments - be they of people, places or events. The only requirement is that they be of South County - Charlestown, Coventry, East Greenwich, Exeter, Hopkinton, Narragansett, North Kingstown, Richmond, South Kingstown, West Greenwich or Westerly. For all the rules and a submission form, email us at info@southcountyri.com or download the form here. Deadline is August 13, by 5 P.M.   

 

To see the complete list of winners and how they were chosen visit:

Are you planning a wedding and looking for an ideal destination? You don't need to look too far. South County is full of picturesque venues to hold your wedding ceremony. With miles of beautiful coastline featuring sandy beaches, lighthouses, and dramatic views - to rustic settings ranging from woodsy countrysides to local farms - the wedding of your dreams can come true. For more information on how to plan the perfect South County wedding, visit www.southcountyweddings.com.    

 

You may have seen South County in a few other national publications:

Yankee Magazine
The May/June Special Travel Guide highlighted New England's coastal towns and the seventh wonder of our region: the sea. Wickford was featured in the section titled, "Could You Live Here?". The article names the town's historic homes, restaurants, shops, neighborliness and abundant water views as reasons to live there. Also in this issue, are the editors' picks for "Best Of" Rhode Island featuring these South County gems:

Best Farm Stand: Schartner Farms, Exeter
Best Old School Water Park: Water Wizz, Westerly
Best Gourmand Getaway: The Weekapaug Inn, Westerly
Best Splurge: Seasons, Westerly
Best Contemporary Italian Dinner: Plum Point Bistro, North Kingstown
Best Vintage Ride: Flying Horse Merry-Go-Round, Westerly
Best Sightseeing Cruise: Rhode Island Bay Cruises, Lighthouse Cruise, North Kingstown
Best Low-Key Beach: Charlestown Breachway

New York Times Magazine
The May "Family Travel" issue featured South County for its natural beauty, historic charm and loads of family-friendly activities. The editorial highlighted our miles of beaches, the Tomaquag Indian Memorial Museum, The Purple Shell, Ocean House, Wilcox Park and the Flying Carousel. Read more here.

Amtrak Acela Arrive
The May/June "Summer Travel Survival Guide" highlighted South County's spring events including "Back to the Beach" in Westerly, Rhode Island National Guard Open House and Air Show in North Kingstown, the Strawberry Festival at Smith's Castle in Wickford, and the Narragansett Fine Arts Festival. Read the article here.

Other Coverage:

• Coastal Living May 2014 - Great Getaways - Dreaming of Sunshiny Days
• Coastal Living June 2014 - Sunny Summer Escapes
• National Geographic Traveler June/July 2014 - Best Summer Trips 2014

South County Museum, Narragansett - Steve Wood

New England weather is famous for being inconsistent and no matter   how much we hope for perfect, sunny summer days, there will inevitably be a few rainy days. Here are some ideas of things to do when the weather is not suitable for the beach:

 See our listings of where to go here.

 See our arts & theater listings here.

 See our family fun listings here.

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