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This global celebration of sailing takes place on waterways all over the world. Register, join an event or just share your plans at SummerSailstice.com, and you’ll be entered to win dozens of fun, exciting prizes.

Established in 1785, the Independence Day Celebration in Bristol, Rhode Island is the oldest continuous event of its kind in America.

This event includes a visit to the East River and City Island. An adventurous Norwalk, CT-based sailing club, SUS meets the first Thursday of every month. For meeting locations and more details, check singlesundersail.org.

Join Onne aboard the M/V Gansett to shoot a variety of gorgeous classics. This workshop is limited to 15 photographers.  Reserve your space at 401-849-5556 or [email protected].

Attractions at this family festival include a New England Seaport Village, harbor tours, historic and working vessels, arts & crafts, barbecue competition, oyster shucking competition, Pirate’s Coast Adventure, Kids’ Cove, live music, and more.

At this celebration of the 4-year anniversary of this grassroots initiative (funded by 11th Hour Racing and Clean Ocean Access), attendees will discuss its progress and highlight community partners – residents, restaurant owners, schools, and nonprofits – who believe in the mission of improving ocean health starts on land and are bringing the project goals and objectives to life. *To confirm details before all COA events, call 401-236-2561, email [email protected], or visit cleanoceanaccess.org.

This year’s Bash, presented by North Sails, Safe Harbor Marinas and Bristol Marine, features great food and drinks from Pranzi, music by Evan Goodrow, and an awesome silent auction.