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Summer is in full swing, and we hope you'll join us for one of our favorite traditions—the NERRC Summer BBQ & Gathering! It's the perfect opportunity to catch up with friends, enjoy great food, spend time with our Ridgebacks, and celebrate all things NERRC.
Date: Sunday, August 2, 2026
Time: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Location: The Beef Barn
200 Industrial Drive, North Smithfield, RI
www.thebeefbarn.com
Cost:
Members: $10
Non-Members: $15
Children under 12: Free
The day begins with our Board of Directors Meeting at 10:00 AM (all are welcome to attend), followed by the Annual Meeting at 11:00 AM, with lunch, games, and fun to follow!
Event Highlights
Ways & Means shopping—find all things Ridgeback!
Ridgeback games for you and your dogs
Great food and fellowship
Ice cream parlor on site!
To help make our potluck a success, please bring a dish to share, last name beginning with:
A–K: Appetizer
L–P: Entrée
Q–Z: Dessert
NERRC will provide water and paper goods. We suggest bringing chairs, picnic blankets, and any creature comforts for you and your Ridgebacks.
A friendly reminder that all dogs must remain leashed while on the premises, and please be sure to pick up after your pet.
Raffle Donations Welcome!
We are also accepting donations for our raffle table. If you have a basket, item, or special contribution you'd like to donate, we would be most grateful! Raffle proceeds help support Ridgeback Rescue, and your generosity is always appreciated.
Whether you're a longtime member or new to the Ridgeback community, we hope you'll come spend the day with your NERRC family. There's nothing better than good friends, good food, and a field full of happy Ridgebacks!
We look forward to seeing you on August 2nd!
Warm regards,
The New England Rhodesian Ridgeback Club
The Beef Barn continues the Branchaud Family tradition of being a destination for delectable homemade food in a comfortable, family-infused atmosphere at budget-friendly prices.
