Call the Westport River Watershed Alliance office (508) 636-3016 for information and to make reservations

Summer Gala - Romancing the River

Each August WRWA holds its annual summer gala as the major fundraiser for this organization. It is an opportunity to have a wonderful evening, celebrate the beauty of this special area, meet old and new friends, enjoy fine food and beverage, and bid on the silent auction’s unique treasures all in support of WRWA’s many projects to protect, educate, and advocate for the entire Westport River watershed. This event, organized by an energetic and enthusiastic team of volunteers, typically contributes almost one-third of the operating funds needed to keep these efforts going.

On August 9, 5-9 p.m., we return to picturesque Turtle Hill Farm, 519 Horseneck Road, for an encore of last year’s remarkable evening. Special thanks to Elizabeth Meyer and Michael McCaffrey for making this amazing venue available to us again. This year’s theme, “Romancing the River,” adds a dash of intrigue, adventure, and yes, romance; guests are invited to dress accordingly. Win Hall and Bluesberry Jam will again provide the music for this festive affair.

Guests are reminded to make reservations early. Tickets are $75 per person and include a sumptuous selection of hors d’oeuvres prepared by Janice Dey and The Westporter as well as a tonic bar provided by Cardoza’s Wine & Spirits. Additional offerings will come from The Back Eddy, The Bayside Restaurant, Chris Schlesinger’s East Coast Grill, Formaggio Kitchen, and Coastal Roasters. Local wine from Westport Rivers and Sakonnet Vineyards, Buzzards Bay beers, and cheese from Shy Brothers Farm will also be featured. As in the past, this will be a waste-free event with compostable service items used to replenish local soils.

Many thanks to this year’s Corporate Benefactors: Fiduciary Trust Company International, Lees Supermarket, Milbury and Company; our Corporate Sponsors: The Cedars Assisted Living Community, Citizens-Union Savings Bank, Enos Home Oxygen and Medical Supply, Katzenbach & Company Real Estate, Jerry Heller/LandVest, Lees Oil Service, Sovereign Bank, Wachovia Securities, Waring-Sullivan Homes of Memorial Tribute and Westport Federal Credit Union; and all who help make this such a memorable evening. Hope to see you there!

WRWA's Nature Trail dedication & Osprey Art evening

Please join us on Friday August 22 nd from 4 p.m. on as we dedicate our new nature trail in memory of Betsy Ahearn. Last year WRWA received numerous memorial gifts celebrating Betsy’s life and after much thought, her family felt that the funds would be well served in helping WRWA develop a nature trail. The trail will be used in our outdoor programs and offers a beautiful stroll through a wooded habitat. Betsy’s family will be joining us for this dedication.

That same evening our “artist in residence” Betsey MacDonald will be displaying paintings, wood cuts, and more that she has created during the year. Her work, on display in our meeting room through Labor Day, will be for sale with proceeds benefiting WRWA programs. The Osprey is her focus; hence the title “Osprey Retrospective”. This is a special evening and we hope you’ll join us.

Friday, August 22
4 PM-

WRWA Office

Wing Carriage House

1151 Main Road

Westport