5 to 7 p.m.; Downtown Westerly, High Street, Westerly.
The United will host a Halloween Trunk or Treat, with performances by the Providence Drum Troupe. For more information, visit unitedtheatre.org.
James Montgomery Band Halloween Party
7:15 p.m.; Courthouse Center for the Arts, 3481 Kingstown Road, West Kingston.
The Courthouse Center for the Arts will host a Halloween Costume Party with James Montgomery and the James Montgomery Band. For tickets or more information, visit courthousearts.org or call 401-782-1018.
“Ms. Holmes & Ms. Watson – Apt 2B”
Various times; Trinity Rep, 201 Washington St., Providence.
Trinity Rep will present the comedy “Ms. Holmes & Ms. Watson – Apt 2B,” by Kate Hamill, directed by Laura Kepley. For tickets or more information call 401-351-4242 or visit TrinityRep.com.
Exhibit opening reception
5 to 8 p.m.; Artists’ Cooperative Gallery of Westerly, 14 Railroad Ave., Westerly.
The Artists’ Cooperative Gallery of Westerly will hold an opening reception for its Small Treasures – The Joy of Giving exhibit. The exhibit will run from Oct. 30 to Dec. 1. The gallery is open Wednesday, to Saturday, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., and Sunday, 1 to 5 p.m. For more information, call 401-596-2221 or visit westerlyarts.com.
5 to 8 p.m.; Downtown Westerly.
The Westerly arts community will hold an arts crawl featuring open studios and galleries. For a list of locations, visit airstudiogallery.net/art-crawl.
7 p.m.; The United, 5 Canal St., Westerly.
Tad Flynn will host a night of stand-up comedy with headliner JJ Jones alongside Jeff Dale, Sam Pelletier, and Dave Sheehan. Cost is $15. For tickets or more information, visit unitedtheatre.org.
7:30 p.m.; Courthouse Center for the Arts, 3481 Kingstown Road, West Kingston.
The Courthouse Center for the Arts will host performance by the Stone Cold Gypsies. For tickets or more information, visit courthousearts.org or call 401-782-1018.
8 p.m.; Norwich Arts Center, 62 Broadway, Norwich
The Norwich Arts Center First Friday Sounds series will host a performance by the Balkun Brothers. Tickets are $20; $18 for military/student/seniors and $15 for members. For tickets or more information, visit norwicharts.org or call 860-887-2789.
“The Importance of Being Ernest”
Various times; Babcock Hall, 23 Highland Ave., Westerly.
The Westerly High School Stagedogs will present Oscar Wilde’s “The Importance of Being Ernest.” Performances will be held on Friday at 7 p.m.; Saturday at 1 and 7 p.m.; and on Sunday at 1 p.m. Tickets are $5; $3 for students and seniors. For tickets or more information, visit sites.google.com/westerly.k12.ri.us/stagedogswesterlyhighschool.
“What the Constitution Means to Me”
Various times; Contemporary Theatre Company, 327 Main St., Wakefield.
Contemporary Theatre Company and Concord Theatricals will present “What the Constitution Means to Me” by Heidi Schreck. Performances will be held Friday and Saturday at 7 p.m.; and Sunday at 2 p.m. For tickets or more information, visit contemporarytheatercompany.com/season.
Melodies of Diversity concert
2 p.m.; Westerly Library, 44 Broad St., Westerly.
Aerosound will host a chamber concert featuring composers with different styles and emerging artists from different countries, including Ann Kuo, flutist; Annis Ma, violist; and Yoshino Toi, piano. For more information, visit westerlylibrary.org.
John Cafferty & the Beaver Brown Band
7:30 p.m.; The United, 5 Canal St., Westerly.
The United will host a performance by John Cafferty & the Beaver Brown Band. For tickets or more information, visit unitedtheatre.org.
11:30 a.m.; Martin House Books, 10 Canal St., Westerly.
Martin House Books will host a children’s story hour with author Deb Adamson who will read from her books “Thankful Thanksgiving” and “A Christmas Eve Wish for Santa.” For more information, visit martinhousebooks.com/event or call 401-561-6101.
Music Matters: Homage to Gabriel Fauré
5 p.m. La Grua Center, 32 Water St., Stonington.
La Grua Center’s Music Matters Series will host a performance by pianist Matthew Odell in an Homage to Gabriel Fauré. Tickets are $25. For tickets or more information, visit lagruacenter.org or call 860-535-2300.
5:30 to 7:30 p.m.; The Hounds, 769 Stonington Road, Stonington.
The New England Science & Sailing Foundation will host its annual benefit evening with the theme of Oceans. The evening will include an open bar, hors d’oeuvres, music, and an online auction. Tickets are $150 and proceeds benefit NESS programs. For more information, visit nessf.org/annualbenefit.
6 to 9 p.m.; Wheeler Library, 101 Main St., North Stonington.
Wheeler Library will hold a benefit, A Novel Affair, featuring a cocktail & hors d’oeuvres party, and a silent auction in support of the library’s Restoration & Renovation Project. Tickets are $125. For tickets or more information, visit wheelerlibrary.org.
7:30 p.m.; Courthouse Center for the Arts, 3481 Kingstown Road, West Kingston.
The Courthouse Center for the Arts will host a performance by Chicago tribute band Chicago Total Access. For tickets or more information, visit courthousearts.org or call 401-782-1018.
Veterans’ appreciation dinner
Noon to 3 p.m.; Franklin Lodge No. 20, 20 Elm St., Westerly.
A free turkey dinner will be served for all veterans, active military and families. To register or for more information, contact Ray Geer at 860-608-5265 or grand.historian@rimasons.org.
2 to 7 p.m.; Knickerbocker Music Center, 35 Railroad Ave., Westerly.
Women’s Voices 7 concert will feature Christine Ohlman & Rebel Montez, Gracie Day & Company, Carlyle, and the Midnight Anthem. Tickets are $15 and will benefit the Institute for the Musical Arts’ Rock and Roll Camp for Girls. For tickets or more information, visit knickmusic.com.
U.R.I. Wind Ensemble and Concert Band
3 p.m.; University of Rhode Island Fine Arts Center Concert Hall, 105 Upper College Road, Kingston.
The University of Rhode Island Wind Ensemble and Concert Band will perform in a joint concert that will take place at under the direction of Brian Cardany, the university’s director of bands. Tickets are $15; $10 for students and seniors; free for children age 12 and under. For tickets or more information, visit web.uri.edu/music/events.
Dr. Resa E. Lewiss author talk
5:30 p.m.; Brown University Bookstore, 244 Thayer St., Providence.
Gunilla Norris author talk
6 p.m.; Martin House Books, 10 Canal St., Westerly.
Martin House Books will host an author talk and book launch with Gunilla Norris for the book “Discerning with the Heart: Praying for Guidance and Vision.” For reservations or more information, visit martinhousebooks.com/event or call 401-561-6101.
Various times; Gamm Theatre, 1245 Jefferson Blvd., Warwick.
The Gamm Theatre will present the Tony-award winning musical “Amadeus” by Peter Shaffer, directed by Tony Estrella. Performances will be held at 7 p.m., Wednesday to Saturday, and at 2 p.m. on Sunday. For tickets or more information, visit gammtheatre.org.
Exhibit opening: The Artists of Vista Life Innovations
5 to 7 p.m.; La Grua Center, 32 Water St., Stonington.
La Grua Center will host an opening reception for an exhibit of works by the Artists of Vista Life Innovations. Vista serves individuals with disabilities including development disabilities, learning disabilities, autism spectrum disorders, and brain injury. The exhibit will be on display through Dec. 30. There is a suggested donation $5 for the reception. The gallery is open Sunday, Wednesday, and Friday from 1 to 4 p.m., or by appointment. For more information, visit lagruacenter.org or call 860-535-2300.
7:30 p.m.; Courthouse Center for the Arts, 3481 Kingstown Road, West Kingston.
The Courthouse Center for the Arts will host a performance by Diana Ross tribute band Lady Supreme. For tickets or more information, visit courthousearts.org or call 401-782-1018.
“Second Step Players: Reboot”
Various times; Chestnut Street Playhouse, 24 Chestnut St., Norwich.
Artreach, Inc. will present the comedy sketch show “Second Step Players: Reboot.” Performances will be held on Friday and Saturday at 7:30 p.m.; and on Sunday at 2 p.m. For tickets or more information, visit artreachheals.org or call 860-887-0014.
Veterans Day Parade and ceremony
9:30 a.m.; Downtown Westerly-Pawcatuck.
The annual Westerly-Pawcatuck Veterans Day Parade will step off at the Pawcatuck Shopping Center and proceed down Route 234 to West Broad Street into Westerly via High Street then onto Railroad Avenue, ending at the Westerly Armory. There will be a guest speaker and music at the Westerly Armory at the conclusion of the parade.
Ballet RI: “Don Quixote Suite”
7:30 p.m.; The United, 5 Canal St., Westerly.
The United’s resident dance company, Ballet RI, will present an evening where sculpture, opera, and the tale of Don Quixote come to life through choreography. Tickets are $50. For tickets or more information, visit unitedtheatre.org.
Noon to 3 p.m.; Westerly Library, 44 Broad St., Westerly.
The Westerly Library will host a Comic-Con featuring author talks and book signings, craft activities, the art of SFX makeup, a Cryptid Museum in the Hoxie Gallery, superhero art with Wellbeing Collaborative, switch games tournaments, tabletop games, and photo ops. For more information, visit westerlylibrary.org/events.
7:30 p.m.; Connecticut College, Evans Hall, 270 Montauk Ave., New London.
7:30 p.m.; Courthouse Center for the Arts, 3481 Kingstown Road, West Kingston.
The Courthouse Center for the Arts will host a performance by the Doors tribute band Through the Doors. For tickets or more information, visit courthousearts.org or call 401-782-1018.
Rhode Island Philharmonic Orchestra
7:30 p.m.; Veterans Auditorium, One Avenue of the Arts, Providence.
The Rhode Island Philharmonic will perform a concert with Ruth Reinhardt, conductor, and Blake Pouliot, violin. The performance will include works by Dvořák, Mendelssohn, and Hindemith. For tickets or more information, visit tickets.riphil.org/offer or call 401-248-7000.
“A Veteran’s Perspective”
4 p.m.; The United, 5 Canal St., Westerly.
In collaboration with Providence Clemente Veterans Initiative, the United will present an event celebrating and showcasing art through the eyes of those in who have served. The event will include a showcase of visual works created by local veterans as well as readings of works written by and about those who served. For more information, visit unitedtheatre.org.
Narragansett Bay Symphony Community Orchestra
3 p.m.; East Providence High School, 2000 Pawtucket Ave., East Providence.
Narragansett Bay Symphony Community Orchestra, with guest conductor Zeke Fetrow, will present a concert featuring the music of Tchaikovsky, Ravel and Florence Price. For tickets or more information, visit nabsco.org, e-mail team@nabsco.org, or call 401-274-4578.