(6.19) Juneteenth RI will be hosting their 3rd annual Juneteenth Festival this Saturday at the Temple to Music in Roger Williams Park. Emcee Bad Lad will wrangle a full slate of speakers and politicians, as well as singers, rappers, and dancers, including recording artist Raiche. Go here for the day’s program. Free, noon to 8pm, […]
The Chinese New Year starts Friday, marking the transition from the Year of the Rat to the Year of the Ox, and culminating on February 26th with the Lantern Festival. Oxen are honest and earnest. They are low key and never look for praise or to be the center of attention. This often hides their
Nice old-timey look to Thayer Street this year . . . echoes of Bedford Falls with George Bailey running down the street. Further down, banners of illuminated snowflakes cross the street overhead and light shows project snowflakes on the sidewalk (see below). Last minute shoppers should remember how welcome gift certificates are in 2020. It’s
(12.8) [Postponed to Tuesday due to weather.] This year you can enjoy the lighting of the City Hall Christmas tree from the comfort of your own home. Plus, some Nutcracker and Scrooge. Attendees are invited to participate in the live-streamed event on Saturday, December 5 at 5:00 PM on Mayor Jorge Elorza’s Facebook page. The
The Rhode Island Historical Society and Providence Preservation Society kick off the holiday season this Saturday with events featuring the historic houses on Benefit Street. Real Life: The Rhode Island Historical Society (RIHS) will host “Deck the Doors,” a free, week-long holiday stroll along Benefit Street beginning at 8am and running through the following Saturday,
Over the years I’ve amassed quite a collection of bunny-related imagery. All of these photos were taken in Providence. A few were snapped quite a while ago and no longer exist. How many do you recognize? Below is an additional, long-gone rabbit graffito below which are the “answers” to the collage pix. ******************************************************** Photos left
(3.19) And the lovely Giselle has racks of them. LaSalle Bakery on Smith Street will be keeping regular store hours, but for pick-up orders and takeout only. What are you waiting for? (Check the Facebook page before leaving the house for any updates. That goes for everything everywhere.) Zeppoles — sometimes spelled zeppoli or called
(12.31) [Unclear when the fireworks actually start. The Mayor states that the “spectacular” begins at 7pm. The Skyline website just says “ball drop and fireworks show,” so that sounds like midnight.] Ring in the new year with fireworks at the annual One Providence New Years Eve celebration, a free outdoor spectacular in Waterplace Park beginning
Five blocks of fun on Hope Street this Sunday with music and food and drink. Stroll if you must. (Facebook event.) Who’s ready to party this holiday season? Hope Street. That’s who! So, bust out that ugly sweater, put on the elf shoes and strut on over to Hope Street for our annual Winter Stroll!
(12.7) Music, refreshments, vendors, and the holiday movie are all on tap this Saturday at the Columbus Theatre Holiday Fair. 2pm — Free Screening of It’s a Wonderful Life in the Upstairs Theatre 11:30am/12:30pm/1:30pm — Free tours of the theater (RSVP here) Musical performances from Dan Blakeslee and Allysen & Ava Callery. We’ll also have
(12.7) There’s a lot going on downtown this weekend at the PVD Winter Lights Market. New this year: caroling down Washington Street with Scrooge from Trinity Rep. Also of interest will be the illuminated public art and the family friendly programming. Activities and performances include: Providence Holiday Saxophone Choir, a group dedicated to spreading the
(7.4) The city’s annual Independence Day Celebration will be held at India Point Park this Thursday. The event will feature family fun, live entertainment, and a fireworks display. Live music from The American Band. The American Band is a symphonic concert band comprised of over 50 adult musicians from Rhode Island and nearby Connecticut and
Let’s hear it for wild abandon and the giving of gifts. Don’t be surprised to see little parades of costumed children making noise around town this afternoon. The Jewish Alliance of Greater Rhode Island explains: Purim, or the Feast of Lots, is a joyous holiday that recounts the saving of the Jews from a threatened
The Chinese Year of the Pig kicks off today with the Spring Festival which runs through February 19th. To ensure good fortune and happiness during the Spring Festival there are a few taboos: do not clean or sweep; do not demand debt repayment; do not visit the wife’s family; do not break glass or ceramics.
(12.31) Fingers crossed for the weather. Head downtown Monday night for free New Year’s Eve events beginning at 9pm. From the city’s Office of Art, Culture and Tourism: To welcome 2019, Providence will host a free outdoor spectacular in Waterplace Park beginning at 9pm, which will feature a classic New Year’s Eve ball drop, a
(12.8) The WaterFire Arts Center Store will be hosting a Holiday Pop-Up this Saturday with books, jewelry, apparel, art prints, and home. (Facebook event page.) Stop by for items from local artists including Gather Glass, DWRI Letterpress, Jenny Rachel Sparks Pottery and more! Join us and grab some handmade gifts for the holiday season. Plenty