Labor Day is now behind us, giving us the joy of summer's final weeks combined with the slowdown that comes with the end of the season.

This weekend offers opportunities to enjoy art, poetry, music and animals all without leaving Newport County.

Take a look at what's happening and start making your plans.

DeBlois Gallery opening

The DeBlois Gallery, 134 Aquidneck Ave., Middletown, will host an opening reception on Saturday, Sept. 6 from 5-7 p.m. for it's open non-juried exhibition – “Fall Into Place,” featuring works of any medium and subject that come together, feel right, make sense and speak to the exhibiting artist.

Literary Arts Series in Jamestown

Lisa Starr, Former Rhode Island Poet Laureate, will be the featured poet at the Jamestown Philomenian Library on Saturday, Sept. 6,

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