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Barrington[1] is a city in Rhode Island.

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• Nine miles southeast of Providence. Bounded by East Providence on the north and west; by the state of Massachusetts on the northeast; by the Warren River on the east; by Narragansett Bay on the west and south. No point is more than two miles from salt water.

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• Barrington Town Beach, Bay Road. Four acres of beachfront overlooking Narragansett Bay. Lifeguards on duty from June to September. The cost of a resident parking sticker is $15 for the season (June-August).

• Osamequin Nature Trail, Hundred Acre Cove (near country road). A conservation area maintained by the town consisting of 38 acres of nature trails and a bird sanctuary.

• Veterans Memorial Park, West Street. A 245 acre town park bordering historic Brickyard Pond. Facilities include a baseball field and picnic areas.

• Walker Farm, located off County Road. A town park that offers thirty acres of open land including boating and fishing accesses. Permit Required.

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• Barrington Preservation Society Museum, Rte. 114 (on the lower floor of Barrington Public Library), +1 401 246-0999. Open Tu and Sa, 10am-2pm, and by appointment. This museum contains a fine collection of artifacts and memorabilia from Barrington’s rural past and industrial background. Exhibits change frequently. Free.

• Barrington Yacht Club, 25 Baton Avenue, +1 401 245-1181 (contact: byc@barringtonyc.com). Every day, 8am-8:30pm. Located along the picturesque Barrington River, the Barrington Yacht Club offers the finest yachting facilities on Narragansett Bay. Members enjoy a full range of services including a yacht racing program, social activities, club cruises, and sail training program. Slips and moorings are available to non-members for a fee, on a space available basis. The fuel dock is also open to non-members as well as members. Members Only.

• Barrington Democratic Club, 86 Roffee Street, +1 401 245-9489.

• Body Natural Fitness Center, 306 County Road, +1 401 245-0022. A gym and smoothie bar is open for one day use and its new age equipment makes for a great time.

• East Bay Bike Path, A bike trail running from the town of East Providence to Bristol using what used to be an old railroad bed. It is open to Bicycles and foot traffic and has some entertaining sights.
• Rhode Island Golf Course, 150 Nayatt Road, +1 401 245-7370 (Call for tee times: +1 401 245-2470). The 18-hole course is located at the Rhode Island Country Club facility and features 6,800 yards of golf from the longest tees for a par of 71. The course rating is a 72.8 and it has a slope rating of 127 on bent grass. Members Only.

• Bayside Family YMCA, 70 West Street, +1 401 245-2444. M-F, 5:15am-10pm and Sa –Su 6am-6pm. Since 1963 the Bayside Family YMCA has been offering various health programs and activities to enjoy as a family or as an individual. Bayside Family YMCA offers programs in aquatics, health and wellness, sports, teens, active older adults, family, and arts and humanities. Members Only.

• Kids Cove, 283 County Road, (Located behind the Town Hall and next to the Barrington Pubulic Library). A brand new playground that can add hours of fun for kids of all ages.

• Latham Park, Bay Spring, Both a public boat launch and kids playground. Offers the possibility of fun and breathtaking views of the Bay.

• Murder on Us ,1 Sullivan Terrace, +1 401 245-5850, F-S 8pm. Rhode Island's premiere murder mystery theater, is a great place to enjoy dinner and a good laugh. The company performs at one of Rhode Island's finest restaurants, The Barnsider.

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• Barrington Books, 180 County Road, +1 401-245-7925. A local book store that houses both best sellers and books of local authors.

• Barrington Hardware, 65 Bay Spring Ave, +1 401-246-0550. A local hardware store that offers name brand and top quality products, but has the feel of a small town store.

• Teapots and Tassels, 71 Maple Ave, +1 401-247-0980. Offers a variety of home decorations, gifts, designer brands. A classic store in Barrington.

• Feminine Fancies, 290 County Rd, +1 401-247-1087. Features designer women’s clothing and undergarments. Suitable and tasteful for younger women and older women.

• Hollies, 60 Maple Ave, +1 401-245-0090. New age gift shop with delectable products.

• Taglia, 259 County Rd, +1 401-247-9099. Upscale and fashionable women’s clothing, shoes, bags, dresses, jewelry, etc.

• Teddy Bearskins of Barrington, 290 County Rd, +1 401-245-8703. Unique children’s clothing, accessories, and gifts.

• Toys Ahoy, 1 Waseca Ave, +1 401-247-0415. Assortment of childrens toys, crafts, and games, specializing in educational products.

• Madre Bella, 1 Waseca Ave, +1 401-247-0122. Fashionable maternity clothing, accessories and baby clothing.

• The Stock Exchange, 51 Maple Ave, +1 401-247-5400. Upscale consignment store with a variety of antiques and quality consignments.

• The Selective Eye, 232 Waseca Ave, +1 401-245-0812. A store known for its unique products, including candles and hacky sacks.

• Wierdgirl Creations, 33 Kent St, +1 401-247-1397. Decorate your own pottery or buy from the wide assortment of creations.

• Talbots, 180 County Rd, +1 401-247-4511. The women’s chain clothing store, carries classic clothing.

• Ann Taylor Loft, 180 County Rd, +1 401-245-0358. Fashionable women’s clothing chain store.

• Hidden Gardens, 212 County Rd, +1 401-247-9233. Located on the main road, it is a secluded place to buy trees, plants, and flowers. Also a store that offers various gifts and decorations. Especially popular during the holiday season.

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• Bagels etc.259 County Road, +1 401-247-1213, Open Daily 6:00AM. Great bagels and sandwiches; coffee is phenomenal as well.

• Chiazza, 308 County Road, +1 401-247-0303, [2].M-Th 11:30AM-12AM, F-Sa 11:30AM-12:30AM, and Su 4PM-10PM. Located in the center of historic Barrington, Rhode Island since the Fall of 2004, Chiazza offers delicious Italian American cuisine in an upscale, casual environment. The Little Neck Zuppa is a local favorite.

• Newport Creamery, 188 County Road, +1 401 245-2212. Amazing Ice Cream and Sundays. Home of the famous Awful Awful.

• Tyler Point Grille, 32 Barton Avenue, +1 401 247-0017. Open Daily 4:30PM. Family owned; best burget in town. Try Tyler Point Grille Black Angus Burger.

• Daily Scoop, 230 County Rd, +1 401 245 0100. The best ice cream in town. Try the key lime pie and the Chocolate Fudge Brownie are two local favorites.

• Pepperroni's Pizza, 222 County Road, +1 401 247-4445. Fresh ingredients at a good price.

• Kozy Kitchen, 312 County Road, +1 401 245 1616. Comfort food at its best.

• Golden Bowl, 226 County Road, +1 401 247-1800. Good Chinese food and great service.

• Romoe's Restaurant, 191 Washington Road, +1 401 246-0677. Famous Deep Dish Pizza. Romoe's Restaurant is a local hangout with lots of Italian entree's to choose from.

• Prince's Hill Deli & Catering, 328 County Road, +1 401 245-1900, [3].

• Trendy's Pizza and Pasta, 286 Maple Avenue, +1 401 245-6371. Great party platter pizzas and pasta dishes.

• Taste Of Curiosity Cafe, 33 b Kent Street, +1 401 245-4042. Said to be the best cup of coffe in town. Danishes made fresh daily on site.

• Barrington House of Pizza, 59 Maple Avenue, +1 401 247-1122.

• Vienna Bakery, 110 Maple Avenue, +1 401 245-2357. Great baked products. Spinach pies and sugar cookies are local favorites.

• Wallis Seafood, 130 Maple Avenue, +1 401 245-6666. Best seafood in town. Lobsters are delicious.

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Barrington is no longer a dry town drinks can be purchased at both the Tyler Point Grill and Chiazza.

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