Misquamicut SpringFest
Misquamicut State Beach

Friday, May 10: 5 p.m. - 11 p.m.
Saturday, May 11: 11 a.m. - 11 p.m.
Sunday, May 12: 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.

 

Rockwell Amusements

Rockwell Amusements is a world-class carnival featuring spectacular rides, such as the Super Slide, Bumper Cars, Tilt a Whirl and Fun House. Rockwell features kiddie rides, such as Dizzy Dragons, Merry Go Round, Speedway and Circus Train. Then there are the games such as Skee Ball, Pop the Balloon, Whac-a-mole and Frog Bog. It’s family fun for all ages.

Petting Zoo

Circle K Petting Zoo will be on hand for kids of all ages. Goats, Llamas, sheep and more will be part of the petting zoo. Pony Rides will also be offered.

Springfest Classic Car Shows

Saturday May 11 & Sunday May 12, from 11-4pm (both days)
DJ Crusin' Bruce Palmer
Trivia Prizes
Open to ALL special interest cars
An area "cruise" is planned for all interested cars
People's Choice Trophies and Category awards
Drivers and passengers ADMITTED FREE to Springfest

Fireworks Spectacular!

On Friday night, May 10^th  Springfest will kick off with a world-class fireworks display launched adjacent to the Festival Property at the Wuskenau Town Beach at 8pm.

The display by Ocean State Pyrotechnics will light up the sky. This event alone will draw a large crowd, based on Springfest numbers.

Ocean State’s Multi Break Shells are custom made in the United States and feature Roman Candles, Crossette Candles, Comet Taded Candles, Screaming Dragon Candles and Bombette Candles.

Ocean State Pyrotechnics has years of pyrotechnic experience in all different medias from basic hand fired displays to world class productions and fires the display with complete precision and above all safety.

 

Food & Vendors

International Food Court

The International Outdoor Food Festival will feature delicacies and favorites of every kind. From burgers and hot dogs, Chinese and Thai to fish and chips and lobster and everything in between!

Refreshments of every kind including Del's Lemonade, Ice Cream, fried dough, cotton candy and more will be available.

There will be a large area with picnic tables for patrons to sit, relax and enjoy whatever they choose!

Beer, Blues and BBQ Tent

The Beer and Wine Garden will be held on the pond side of Paddy’s beach, adjacent to the main Springfestt site. Pavillion Restaurant and Chef Mike Ogle will present. Blues Bands organized by Bobby Christina will play, a “Pondfire” will be the centerpiece, with fire pits in and around the pond, as well as games and prizes. This area is 21 and over with proper ID.

The Misquamicut Springfest held at Misquamicut State Beach, which features International Music Headliners, Amusements, Food and Craft Vendors, Classic Car Shows, a Petting Zoo, Firework...s and more has a new special feature. On the opposite side of the street of the main festival, at Paddy’s Bayside lot, 159 Atlantic Ave, a new BBQ, Beer and Blues tent will be hosted by Chef Mike Ogle of Pavillion Steakhouse and Banquets as well as Bobby Christina, co-organizer of the Mystic Blues Festival.

Admission to the tent is for those 21 and older and is just $7 which includes admission to the entire Springfest event on both sides of Atlantic Ave. Rain or shine the BBQ, Beer and Blues event will be held, under a large tent.

A menu featuring Chef Ogle’s BBQ Baby Back Ribs, Lobster Roll, Cajun Shrimp, BBQ Smoked Chicken Wings and Jambalaya will be available as well as several varieties of beer and wine.
A bonfire on the pond will light up the night with areas to sit and enjoy your meal, drink and take in the sounds of the Blues.

Bobby Christina has a lineup of the Blues and more, not to be missed on this added third stage of music at Springfest! Here is the lineup:

Friday, May 10 5:30-7, Chris Leigh Band 7:30-9, Josi Davis 9:15-10:45, Nik Rael

Saturday, May 11 11:30-12:30, DJ Dave Christina 1-2, Jessi Liam Band 2:30-3:30, Lisa Marie & All Shook Up 4-5, Young Neal & the Vipers f/ Dave Howard 5:30-6:30, Matthew Smart Band 7-8:30, Rosemary Baby Blues Band 9-10:30, Ryan Hart & The Blue Hearts Tall Richard& Big Jack Ward between sets

Sunday, May 12 12-1:15, Gary & the Grinders 1:45-3, Ricky King Russell & the Cadillac Horns 3:30-5, Greg Sherrod Band

 

Entertainment

Friday, May 10:

Main Stage
6:30 - 7:20 Nik Rael: A Tribute to Bob Dylan
7:30 The Savage Brothers
9:00 - John Cafferty and the Beaver Brown Band

Westerly Hospital Stage
5:30 - 6:00 Bwana Iguana Reptile Adventure
6:00 - 6:45 Justin Harris
6:45 - 7:30 Jeff Slate
7:30 - 8:30 Bwana Iguana Reptile Adventure
9:00 - 11:00 Pirates for Peace

Demo Area
5:45 - 6:15 Mike Steidley - Stunt Bike Show
6:30 - 7:30 Northeast Family Martial Arts Demo
7:30 - 8:00 Mike Steidley - Stunt Bike Show

Saturday, May 11:

Westerly Hospital Stage
11:00 - 12:00 Dancin' with Hoops
12:00 - 1:00 Jeff Slate
1:00 - 2:00 Larry and David Magic by the Sea
3:30 - 4:30 Larry and David Magic by the Sea
4:30 - 6:00 Spaghetti Cake
6:00 - 7:00 Bwana Iguana Reptile Adventure
7:00 - 8:00 Larry and David Magic by the Sea
8:00 - 11:00 Flipper Dave

Grassy Field
11:00 - 4:00 Classic Car Show with DJ Crusin Bruce Palmer & Antique Tractor Club of RI

Demo Area
1:15 - 1:45 Mike Steidley - Stunt Bike Show
2:00 - 2:45 Keifers Martial Arts Demo
3:15 - 3:45 Mike Steidley - Stunt Bike Show
6:15 - 6:45 Mike Steidley - Stunt Bike Show
7:00 - 8:00 Keith Leaf Amazing Fire Juggler
8:00 - 9:00 Dancin' with Hoops - LED Show
9:00 - 10:00 Keith Leaf Amazing Fire Juggler

Roving
8:00 - 9:00 Roaving on Stilts

Main Stage
6:00 The Beach Band
6:35 Mercy Bullets
7:15 Coco Montoya
8:30 Birds of Paradox - A Tribute to John Lennon
9:30 Marty Balin of Jefferson Airplane and Jefferson Starship

Sunday, May 12:

Demo Area
12:30 - 1:15 Keifers Martial Arts Demo

Westerly Hospital Stage
11:30 - 12:30 Larry and David Magic by the Sea
1:00 - 2:00 Linda Peck Presents Mary Poppins
2:00 - 3:00 Children's Workshop
3:00 - 4:00 Linda Peck Presents Mary Poppins
4:00 - 5:00 Unique Status 4

Grassy Field
11:00 - 4:00 Classic Car Show with DJ Crusin Bruce Palmer
2:00 - 3:00 Westerly Ambulance Corps - Jaws of Life Demonstration

All Weekend: Boot Drive - Colors for a Cause Fire Truck

 

Misquamicut SpringFest
Three fun days....one great place!

 

MISQUAMICUT SPRINGFEST TO RE-OPEN THE BEACH!

FACTS:

The Misquamicut Business Association (MBA) is pleased to announce the Third Annual Misquamicut Springfest. Friday May 10^th from 5 PM through Sunday May 12^th at5 PM at the Misquamicut State Beach in Westerly, RI.  

Springfest will include an Outdoor International Food Court, Rockwell Amusements with Ferris Wheel and major rides, Circle K Petting Zoo, pony rides, fireworks, Martial Arts Demo, Police K-9, two Classic Car Shows with Crusin’ Bruce Palmer, Magic Shows, Fire Juggling, BMX Stunt Bike Extravaganza and Stilt Walkers!

Local and national entertainment including John Cafferty and the Beaver Brown Band,  Marty Balin formerly of Jefferson Airplane and Jefferson Starship, blues legend Coco Montoya and more pack all of the THREE stages of music!.

Pavilion Steakhouse featuring Chef Mike Ogle will host the Blues, Beer and BBQ area on the pond, complete with the best in blues including Young Neil and the Vipers featuring Dave Howard, Bobby Christina and many more on the Mystic Blues Festival stage. To round out the Blues, Beer and BBQ area there will be a fire by the pond as well as games and other attractions.

A fireworks display by Ocean State Pyrotechnics will kick off the celebration on Friday night. Admission is $7. Children 4 and under are free. Parking is free.

A ribbon cutting ceremony to officially re-open the beach will be held at 5pm Friday May 10 at the start of the Festival with state and local officials as well as John Cafferty.

TIMES:

Friday, May 10^th  from 5pm -11pm.
Saturday, May 11^th  from 11am -11pm.
Sunday, May 12^th  from 11am-5pm.

Phone: 401-322-1026

Beer, Blues and BBQ:

NEW this year will be the Blues, BBQ and Beer tent brought to you by The Pavilion Steakhouse and Banquets. This will be located across the street from the main festival on the pond. Great food offerings from Chef Mike Ogle will be available in addition to beer and wine. The Mystic Blues Festival stage will feature continuous performers all weekend such as Neil and the Vipers with Dave Howard as well as Bobby Christina and the Don’t Tase Me Bro Band.

Food, Crafts, Home and Garden:

Over 20 New England food vendors will be on hand to provide regional delights from chowder and fritters to sausage and peppers, fried dough, seafood, kettle corn, lobster and other great dishes.  In addition, over 30 crafters and commercial vendors will sell their wares. From Henna Tattoos, hair wraps, face painting, handbags, T-Shirts, and house wares, we will have it all. Home Depot will lead the Home and Garden area and have crafts for the kids. There is something for everyone in the family as you stroll the aisles.

GREAT LIVE MUSIC INCLUDES John Cafferty & Marty Balin:

Headliners under the spacious Dunkin Donuts Music Tent will include a Friday night performance from John Cafferty and the Beaver Brown Band performing their hits like “Dark Side,” “C-I-T-Y” and “Tender Years.” Opening for them on Friday is the ever popular Savage Brothers band.

Saturday Night brings blues legend Coco Montoya to the stage as well as Birds of Paradox which features two of John Lennon’s Plastic Ono Band members, performing a tribute to Lennon as well as new original works and led by Jeff Slate. Rounding out the main stage will be Rock and Roll Hall of Famer Marty Balin, formerly of Jefferson Airplane and Jeferson Starship whose hits “Miracles,” “With Your Love,” “Count on Me,” “Hearts” and more will fill the air. At the end of his show, many of the volunteers who labored all winter to get the beach ready will be called up on stage to join Marty in his smash hit from Jefferson Airplane: “Volunteers of America.”

Opening acts on the main stage include Mercy Bullets as well as The Beach Band.

The Westerly Hospital Stage Two will feature Jeff Slate from Birds of Paradox, Justin Harris, Flipper Dave and Pirates for Peace to entertain.

RIDES-PETTING ZOO-REPTILES- GAMES AND FUN:

On the midway “Rockwell Amusements”; known for their World Class Rides such as the Ferris Wheel with its panoramic view of Misquamicut , Scrambler, Thrill rides, Kiddie rides of all kinds for all ages and Games. Half of the State Beach parking lot will include rides for all ages that are state of the art. “Circle K Petting Zoo” will offer children interaction with animals and Pony Rides. Little ones can enjoy a special obstacle course with “Kids on the Go”. Each Day on the Westerly Hospital Stage Two you can see magicians, reptiles, music and more!

CLASSIC CAR SHOWS:

Classic Car Shows will be held Saturday and Sunday from 11 until 4 with DJ Crusin Bruce Palmer. People’s Choice awards and prizes. There will be a cruise of the area after the show each day.

COMPLETE ENTERTAINMENT SCHEDULE:

Friday May 10 – Westerly Hospital Stage

5:00-6:00 Bwana Iguana Reptile Adventure

6:00-6:45 Justin Harris

6:45-7:30 Jeff Slate

7:30-8:30 Bwana Iguana Reptile Adventure

9:00 -11:00 Pirates for Peace

Friday May 10 – Demo Area

5:45-6:15 Mike Steidley – Stunt Bike Show

6:30-7:30 Northeast Family Martial Arts Demo

7:30-8:00 Mike Steidley – Stunt Bike Show

Friday May 10- Mainstage

6:30-7:20: Nik Rael-Tribute to Bob Dylan

7:30pm: The Savage Brothers

9:00pm: John Cafferty and the Beaver Brown Band

Friday May 10 - Fireworks at 9pm

Saturday May 11 – Westerly Hospital Stage

11:00-12:00 Dancin’ with Hoops

12:00-1:00 Jeff Slate

1:00-2:00 Larry and David Magic by the Sea

2:00-3:30 Professor Harp

3:30-4:30 Larry and David Magic by the Sea

4:30-6:00 Spaghetti Cake

6:00-7:00 Bwana Iguana Reptile Adventure

7:00-8:00 Larry and David Magic by the Sea

8:00-11:00 Flipper Dave

Saturday May 11 – Grassy Field

11:00-4:00 Classic Car Show with DJ Crusin Bruce Palmer

11:00-4:00 Antique Tractor Club of RI

Saturday May 11 – Demo Area

1:15-1:45 Mike Steidley – Stunt Bike Show

2:00-2:45 Keifers Martial Arts Demo

3:15-3:45 Mike Steidley – Stunt Bike Show

6:15-6:45 Mike Steidley – Stunt Bike Show

7:00-8:00 Keith Leaf Amazing Fire Juggler

8:00-9:00 Dancin’ with Hoops – LED Show

9:00-10:00 Keith Leaf Amazing Fire Juggler

Saturday May 11 – Roving

8:00-9:00 Keith Leaf Stilt Walker

Saturday May 11 - Mainstage

6:00pm: The Beach Band

6:35pm: Mercy Bullets

7:15pm: Coco Montoya

8:30pm: Birds of Paradox-A Tribute to John Lennon

9:30pm: Marty Balin of Jefferson Airplane and Jefferson Starship

Sunday May 12 – Demo Area

12:30-1:15 Keifers Martial Arts Demo

Sunday May 12 – Westerly Hospital Stage

11:30-12:30 Larry and David Magic by the Sea

1:00-2:00 Linda Peck Presents Mary Poppins

2:00-3:00 Children's Workshop

3:00-4:00 Linda Peck Presents Mary Poppins

4:00-5:00 Unique Status 4

Sunday May 12 – Grassy Field

11:00-4:00 Classic Car Show with DJ Crusin Bruce Palmer

2:00-3:00 - Westerly Ambulance Corps - Jaws of Life Demonstration

All Weekend:

Boot Drive - Colors for a Cause Fire Truck

Misquamicut SpringFest
Three fun days....one great place!

JOHN CAFFERTY AND THE BEAVER BROWN BAND

Friday Night on the Mainstage

After playing together for over twenty-five years, from the beach side joints of their native Rhode Island, to venues nationwide, John Cafferty and the Beaver Brown Band know how to put on a concert. They bring the passion and hard won perspective of their seven LP's, on Scotti Brothers Records, to their live performances, as they have been doing since their inception in 1972.

By 1982, despite their status as one of the strongest live acts on the East coast, they still had not won a recording contract. So, they took the risk of writing and performing the music for 'Eddie and the Cruisers', with songs like "Tender Years", which had been a poignant gem in the band's repertoire for years, and "On The Dark Side". Both of those tracks became hits. The soundtrack for 'Eddie and the Cruisers' was released by Scotti Brothers/CBS in May 1983 and, boosted by cable play of the film, sold over three million copies. The risk paid off and Cafferty and the Beaver Brown Band got their own record deal.

The resulting album, 'Tough All Over', was released by Scotti Brothers/CBS in May 1985. With its varied styles and realistic themes, it was the first chance for Cafferty and the band to display the scope and depth of their music. The album yielded two more top twenty hits, the title track and "C-I-T-Y".

Following 'Tough All Over' came the 1988 release 'Roadhouse', an ambitious 12 song cycle, filled with tales of dreams, frustrations, acceptance and growth. And in the Summer of 1999, the Farrely Brothers movie “Something About Mary” included a new original song by John Cafferty in the soundtrack.

JC and the Beaver Brown Band continues to play extensively nationwide at concerts, casinos, fairs, colleges and nightclubs, both as headliners

Today with numerous albums under their belts, the energy and excitement of John Cafferty and the Beaver Brown Band is best witnessed and captured by their live performance, which each and everyone in attendance at this show will have the pleasure to experience.

Westerly Hospital Stage: Pirates for Peace

Pirates for Peace are a 4 piece rock and roll band who perform the music of the 1960’s and 1970’s. It is compiled of four veteran musicians from some of Connecticut’s most popular bands.

 

Coco Montoya

Saturday Night on the Mainstage

GuitarOne magazine calls guitarist/vocalist Coco Montoya “the hottest southpaw in the blues” and raves about his “master touch and killer tone.” The Boston Globe succinctly states that Montoya’s music is “hot, blistering soul.” From his early days as a drummer to his current status as one of the top-drawing guitarists and vocalists on the blues-rock scene, Montoya earned his status through years of hard work and constant touring. And it all started with a chance meeting in the mid-1970s with legendary bluesman Albert Collins, who offered Montoya a gig as his drummer. Albert took an immediate liking to Montoya, teaching his new protégé the secrets of Collins’ “icy hot” style of blues guitar. Five years later, British blues icon John Mayall happened to catch Montoya at a jam session and was blown away. Mayall recruited him as guitarist in the legendary Bluesbreakers, and Montoya spent the next 10 years touring non-stop, proving himself to be a world-class guitar master in one of the most renowned blues bands in existence.

Since stepping out as a bandleader in 1993, Montoya released five solo albums and averaging 150 tour dates a year, performs non-stop at clubs, concert halls and major festivals (New Orlean’s Jazz and Heritage Festival, The Chicago Blues Festival) all over the world. At every show, fans’ jaws dropped, and critics raved about Montoya’s mind-bending guitar licks and fervent vocals. “The fiery blues that issue forth from Coco Montoya’s guitar are awe-inspiring and boogie requiring,” says The Village Voice. With his new CD, DIRTY DEAL (joined by his friends from Little Feat), Montoya turns up the intensity with another dose of his feral, soul-stirring music.

Marty Balin of Jefferson Airplane and Jefferson Starship to Headline Springfest on Saturday, May 11

Marty Balin‘s illustrious musical career spans decades.

In the 1960’s, he founded one of the greatest rock bands of all time - Jefferson Airplane - and was the featured singer for the group, also writing such hits as “It’s No Secret,” “Today,” “Comin’ Back To Me,” “Plastic Fantastic Lover” “Share a Little Joke,” and the iconic 60’s anthem, “Volunteers.”

In the 1970’s Marty founded and became the hit maker for Jefferson Starship, singing “With Your Love,” “Count on Me,” and “Runaway” along with writing and singing the mega-hit “Miracles”. His distinctive voice and musical style helped to make both bands the rock legends that they are today.

In early 1980’s, Balin released his first solo album which produced two major Top 40 hits. “Hearts” and “Atlanta Lady.” The late 80’s saw him reunite with Airplane cohorts Paul Kantner and Jack Casady to form the KBC Band. Just before the start of the 1990’s, Balin, Grace Slick and the original Jefferson Airplane reunited for a triumphant tour. And throughout the decade Balin continued to collaborate with Kantner.

Now, 2012 finds Marty Balin again concentrating on his own career producing an acoustic record of his hits and touring both as a duo and with a full band.

The same vision Marty had when he launched the Jefferson Airplane is present today. In fact, nearly everything he has worked on over the years has been fueled with his vision of art and music as vehicles for expressing a positive message. "I still have the same attitude.” Marty says. "I still love the positive, uplifting songs, and I believe in songs with those qualities. I believe that music can help change the world for the better."

Marty is also an accomplished artist whose paintings have immortalized such industry greats as Jerry Garcia, Grace Slick, Pete Seeger, Jimmy Page, Al Green and Bob Dylan. For more info on Marty’s art, visit http://www.martybalinart.com/


Professor Harp
Westerly Hosptial Stage Saturday May 11 2pm-3:30pm

Although born and raised as Hugh Holmes of Boston, Mass., the emanations from his harmonica and vocals make it clear that Professor Harp has the blues of Texas and the whole wide Delta coursing through his veins.

The Professor was a rock 'n' roll drummer until '69, when the Boston blues revival and a sterling performance he caught of blues harmonica great George Allen 'Harmonica' Smith, combined to lure him away from drums and into a full court press on the blues harp. "Undaunted!" he brags, by the vicissitudes of his life as blues man, front man, every kind of man, Professor Harp puts forth his commanding presence and exceptional talent, night after night.

Primarily playing a sparse, yet full-sounding brand of no-nonsense, no-frills Texas style blues, Professor Harp specializes in what he calls, 'roots music'. "It's whatever makes me feel good and moves me, so to speak." Indeed it has evolved while continuing to move audiences for decades.

Under the influence of many diverse blues greats, Professor Harp has developed a robust playing style. He often utilizes the Leslie rotating-speaker sound system to give his harp a Hammond organ timbre, while he alternately and simultaneously employs the standard or traditional 'electrified' blues harp. The Professor tops this off by singing the blues with an infectious fervor, supported at his strictest insistence by only top-flight musicians on guitar, bass, and drums.

Professor Harp performed with various bands throughout the Northeast including legends Solomon Burke and Luther 'Guitar Jr.' Johnson and played live on NBC's Today Show. Among the legions of hot performances at rocking blues clubs, the memories that often stand out for The Professor are the nights his harp helped to swell the room, in a spontaneous jam with his old mentor, the inimitable bluesman Muddy Waters.

It was the spring of '75 when a friend first introduced Hugh to Muddy Waters. Following his friend backstage at Boston's Paul's Mall, he found Muddy immersed in a game of Casino with bassist Calvin Jones. Muddy was unresponsive when it was suggested that Hughie Holmes should sit in on a few numbers. Holmes and his friend backed off.

Yet, halfway through his show Muddy stopped and asked where that harp player was. The Professor was ready. Overcoming the sudden burning in his ears, Harp climbed on stage and miraculously grabbed exactly the right harmonica from his disorganized bag of harps. As usual he took the time to grease it up with Vaseline, and still jumped in without slowing down the show for a moment. From that day on Harp had a standing invitation to join in whenever Muddy took the stage.

Harp says every show with Muddy was a learning experience and he cites Muddy as his greatest teacher. Muddy, in turn, called Hugh the professional of the Harp. Solomon Burke called him Professor Harmonica Holmes. After two greats anointed him with sobriquets, Hugh Holmes decided it was time to split the difference and became Professor Harp.

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