It’s Thursday, and if you’ve got no idea what you’ll do this weekend. For your convenience, Patch is coming to the rescue with the best bets for how to spend your free time. Check out our picks for the local activities to hit and places to explore.

1. EAST GREENWICH ART CLUB OPENING RECEPTION

The works of the East Greenwich Art Club adorn the walls of the Warwick Museum of Art this month. To celebrate, the public is invited to check them out and attend an opening reception with light refreshments on Friday evening.

The group’s exhibition, which includes pieces from 20 artists with an emphasis on painting, will be on display at the museum through Sept. 26, during its regular hours.

Where/When: Warwick Museum of Art, 3259 Post Rd., Warwick; Friday 7 to 9 p.m.

Why Go: Get your art fix close to home.

Pricing:  Free with donations to the museum accepted

2. EGHS VARSITY FOOTBALL

Where/When: East Greenwich High School; Friday, 7 p.m.

Why Go: Be sure to go and cheer for the Avengers at the first game of the season against Exeter/West Greenwich.

Pricing: Tickets at the gate

3. CRESTAR CRUISE NIGHT

Where/When: Crestar; Friday, 5 to 9 p.m.

Why Go: It’s the place to go to see and be seen in your cool classic or muscle car.

Pricing: Free

4. GODDARD PARK FARMERS’ MARKET

Where/When: Goddard Memorial Park; Fridays, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Why Go: Open through October, it’s a great excuse to get outside, take a walk in the park and pick up some great locally-grown food and produce.

Pricing:  Per item

5. COASTAL GROWERS’ MARKET

Where/When: Casey Farm, 2325 Boston Neck Road, Saunderstown, RI; Saturdays, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Why Go: If you missed the market at Goddard, this one’s open through the end of October, also. In addition to offering local food and produce, there are activities for children, crafts and visits by area chefs.

Pricing:  Per item

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