Local happenings

Daniels Farmstead September events

BLACKSTONE — Daniels Farmstead, located at 286 Mendon St., offers a weekly Farmer’s Market every Sunday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., through Oct. 7, as well as a variety of special events. The farmstead’s September events are as follows:

Sept. 16: Antique Tractor and Truck show. This has been one of Daniels Farmsteads popular events for eight years. If interested in participating, call Gary Smith (774-573-0418).

Sept. 23: The Grey Whisker Pickers, a bluegrass/folk band, will perform for farmers market guests from noon until 2 p.m.

Sept. 30th: Singer/songwriter Rose Kerr will perform from noon until 2 p.m.

In addition to many vendors, Daniels Farmstead also offers historic tours. Guests can enjoy great stories from three centuries and 10 generations of one family occupying this property.

Admission to the grounds for the Farmers Markets and Sunday activities is free of charge. For more information, visit danielsfarmstead.org or call 508-726-2042. The Daniels Farmstead Foundation, Inc. is managed by a volunteer board.

For additional information about the Farmers Market and other events, contact Michele Daley at michele.daley@ comcast.com or 508-883-6399 or Justine Brewer at justine@ southwickszoo.com or 508-726-2042.

German-American Oktoberfest

PAWTUCKET — The German American Cultural Society’s annual Oktoberfest will be held at their club on 78 Carter Ave., on Saturday, Sept. 29, and Sunday, Sept. 30.

On Saturday, the Oktoberfest will start at noon. The “Alpenblumen Musikanten” will play from 2 to 6 p.m. and the Bavarian Brothers’ will be playing from 7 to 11 p.m. The Bavarian Brothers’ will play their Alphorns and do their bell ringing routine. On Sunday, Oktoberfest will be held from noon to 5 p.m. and the “Alpenblumen Musikanten” will play again. On both Saturday and Sunday the “SGTV Alpenblumen,” a Bavarian Folk Dance Group, will perform Schuhplattler (shoe-slapping) dances all dressed in the traditional costumes.

Authentic German food, Bratwurst, Knockwurst, Bauernwurst, Leberkäse, Potato Pancakes, Sauerkraut, Potato Salad and of course, lots and lots of German beers.

Admission to the Oktoberfest is $8 if you buy or reserve your ticket; $10 at the door. Parking is free.

For more information, call 860-237-8448, or email rhinsepp@att.net.

Holiday Home hosts Classic Car Show

LINCOLN — The Holiday Retirement Home, 30 Sayles Hill Road, Manville, will be holding its annual Classic Car Show on Saturday, Sept. 15, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

There will be many classic cars showcased this year and be sure to the raffle table and take a chance to win one of many prizes. Also, don’t forget to stop by the mini Holiday Café for coffee and pastries in the morning and famous hot dogs and hamburgers starting at 11 a.m.

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Burrillville Lions Car Show/Block Party

BURRILLVILLE — The Burrillville Lions will be presenting their inaugural Car Show/Block Party, on Saturday, Sept. 15, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Burrillville Middle School (2220 Broncos Highway).

Rain date will be Sunday, Sept. 16.

All cars, trucks and motorcycles welcome. Registration is from 9:30 a.m. to noon, with dash plaques for the first 100 cars registered. For pre-registration, contact Robbie Quinn at 401-641-1360. There is a $10 registration fee.