Details announced for return of Food Truck Village and Artisan Markets PROVIDENCE, RI – Mayor Brett P. Smiley, FirstWorks Executive Director Kathleen Pletcher and Department of Arts, Culture and Tourism The post…
Every other year in August, fans of H.P. Lovecraft gather in Providence for NecronomiCon, an international convention of weird fiction, art, and academia. Lovecraft lived most of his life here in Providence…
Welcome to Olneyville. Looks a little different along the river doesn’t it? Now you can experience the thrill of paddling the Woonasquatucket River, and for free. The Woonasquatucket River Watershed Council (WRWC)…
I was visiting the Roger Williams Park carousel Friday morning when I recognized the strains of the traditional Italian song “Santa Lucia” being played off in the distance. The park was still…
If you are planning a visit to Roger Williams Park this weekend, try to work this into your plans. Step back in time and explore the Betsey Williams Cottage, home to Roger…
New process expedites review process under Department of Inspection and Standards, encouraging new housing development PROVIDENCE, RI—Mayor Brett P. Smiley and the Department of Inspection and Standards today announced a The post…
Friday, June 28, 2024 FY25 budget strengthens the city’s financial position, improves city services and includes historic investment in education Mayor Brett P. Smiley today joined Council President Rachel Miller, The post…
“First 50 customers get a free, raw, whole jumbo scup to take home!” Stop by the Dune Brothers Seafood Shack this Wednesday for live music, oysters, squid cart, sweet treats, a special…
The FirstWorks Summer Beats concert series features Dobet Gnahoré this Thursday at the Roger Williams Park bandstand. The event is free and open to the public. Hailing from Côte d’Ivoire, Dobet is…
Free performance returns to Roger Williams Park on July 31 Providence, RI — Mayor Brett P. Smiley, the Rhode Island Foundation, and Citizens invite the public to a free performance The post…
Artist Lineups Announced for Afrika Nyaga Festival and Stargazing at PVDFest PROVIDENCE, RI – Mayor Brett P. Smiley, FirstWorks Executive Director Kathleen Pletcher and Department of Arts, Culture and The post…
Head over to the Lindemann Arts Center Saturday for a free concert experience at Global CAFE (Celebrating Art From Everywhere), curated by local artist, educator, activist, and current Artistic Innovator in Residence,…
Time to look in on the piano that is the subject of the installation “Piano (de)composition.” We first wrote about this last November following several months of weathering and decay. But something…
The weekend is just beginning; why not head over to the Carousel Village in Roger Williams Park for Food Truck Fridays, running now through September 27th. Food trucks, live music, train and…
Celebrate the Fourth of July with the lighting of over 80 flaming and crackling braziers, food, drink, music, and entertainment. This full lighting is set to celebrate Independence Day and will have…
What a heartbreaking history lesson this has become. The irony could not be more painful: Mere days before celebrating the Founding Fathers’ complete break with the British king, our corrupted Supreme Court…
Monday, July 1, 2024 Mayor Brett P. Smiley today joined Commissioner Angélica Infante-Green, Providence Public Schools Superintendent Montañez, Superintendent of Providence Parks Wendy Nilsson, Director of Recreations Stephen Grace, Providence The post…
Monday, July 1, 2024 Providence Emergency Management Agency Shares Important Safety Information Mayor Brett P. Smiley today joined Councilor Sue AnderBois and Providence Emergency Management Agency (PEMA) Director Clara Decerbo The post…
For live music this week* head over to the Scürvy Dög Parking Lot Mega Show II on Thursday, the Fourth of July. Enjoy the shade in the outdoor beer garden overlooking scenic…
The city’s annual Independence Day Celebration will be held Tuesday, July 2, at India Point Park. Programming begins at 6pm. The fireworks display runs from 9pm to 9:30pm. (Please leave your dog…
Wes’ Rib House celebrates its grand opening (some would say reopening — the sign does say 1973) this Saturday with live music, wrestling, and a pig roast. Providence’s own Sage Francis*, forefather…
Free live music and fireworks display to highlight annual Independence Day Celebration in India Point Park on July 2 from 5pm-9:30pm PROVIDENCE, RI – Mayor Brett P. Smiley, the City The post…
Seafood lovers are in luck as a new clam shack will be opening at Crescent Park in East Providence for the first time since 2020. The City of East Providence announced that…
Wednesday, June 26, 2024 Mayor Brett P. Smiley today announced that the U.S. Conference of Mayors (USCM) selected Providence to host their 2027 Annual Meeting. The USCM is a The post…
