The 46th Annual Rhode Island PrideFest Celebration was held in downtown Providence on Saturday, June 18, 2022. More than 250 nonprofit organizations, businesses, and food vendors were on hand for the event at the Providence Innovation District Park, which also included entertainment for festival-goers from a variety of local and regional acts. What’sUpNewp’s Rick Farrell […]
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Artist Andrew Moon Bain to exhibit works on thirteen billboards across Providence
Central Contemporary Arts today announced its inaugural public exhibition, AD SPACE by Andrew Moon Bain, will run from June 6 through July 3, 2022. The exhibition will showcase thirteen original pieces by Bain on billboards situated in thirteen locations throughout the City of Providence. Two of the thirteen billboards. Credit: Andrew Moon Bain. Natalie Cohen, founder and director of […]
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Providence-Newport Ferry season begins on June 17
The Providence-Newport Ferry will kick off its 2022 season on Friday, June 17. “The Ocean State”, which is operated by Seastreak, will operate with no capacity limits and run through Columbus Day weekend (October 10), including summer weekend stops in Bristol. From June 17 to September 2 (Monday thru Friday), the ferry will depart Providence […]
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Providence’s Lippitt House Museum reopens for tours
Providence’s Victorian-era Lippitt House Museum today announced that it is reopening for the season and welcoming guests for guided tours starting Friday, May 6. The staff-led tours will be offered by advance reservation on Fridays and select Saturdays, May through October, and will take guests through the elaborately decorated rooms of Lippitt House, exploring how […]
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$220 million redevelopment project planned for Providence’s ‘Superman Building’
Governor Dan McKee, joined by state, local, and federal leaders, the Rhode Island Foundation, and the High Rock Development team today announced rehabilitation plans for Providence’s Industrial Trust Building, commonly referred to as the “Superman Building.” The $220 million project will convert the long-vacant, yet iconic, tower into 285 residential apartments, 20 percent of which […]
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The RI Home Show returns to the Convention Center this weekend
On Thursday, April 7, the RI Home Show returns to the Convention Center for the first time since 2019. Presented by the Rhode Island Builders Association (RIBA), the RI Home Show runs through Sunday, April 10, and features a broad, exciting lineup of exhibits and interactive displays awaiting attendees. Tickets are $10 per adult and $8 for seniors, with those […]
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Musical “An Officer and a Gentleman” coming to PPAC Feb.18-20
Providence, RI – AN OFFICER AND A GENTLEMAN, a new musical based on the Oscar-winning film and original screenplay by Douglas Day Stewart, will play the Providence Performing Arts Center (PPAC) Friday, February 18 through Sunday, February 20, 2022. The musical production is set at the U.S. Naval Station in Newport, RI. AN OFFICER AND A GENTLEMAN celebrates […]
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Providence Brewing Co. announces Grand Opening of taphouse Saturday, Jan. 8
PROVIDENCE (December 27, 2021) – Providence Brewing Co is excited to announce the much-anticipated grand opening of its taphouse in the heart of Providence’s Valley Neighborhood, scheduled for Saturday, January 8! Located in the Farm Fresh RI Food Hub building at 10 Sims Avenue, doors will open at noon at the expansive new location, bringing […]
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Providence Restaurant Weeks returning July 11-24
Foodie alert! “Providence Restaurant Weeks” is returning beginning Sunday, July 11th. And its not just Providence restaurants participating, many deals can be found throughout the metro area. The event takes place over a two-week period from July 11th-24th, and includes all kinds of specials on the menu for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Some restaurants are serving […]
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Providence Fringe Festival returns July 18 – 24
The Wilbury Theatre Group in collaboration with WaterFire Providence announced today that FRINGEPVD: The Providence Fringe Festival will return July 18 – 24. FRINGEPVD: The Providence Fringe Festival is produced by The Wilbury Theatre Group. Their year-round staff and creative teams serve in official capacities for the Festival alongside part-time Fringe-only staff, volunteers, and collaborators. “After last year’s […]
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Off Island Adventure for the Ultimate Oyster
Every year, more than 6.4 million Rhode Island oysters are sold for consumption* and the number of aquaculture farms in the state has increased from 37 in 2010 to over 50 in the last year. Rhode Island is finally realizing the potential this industry will have in the years to come. There are various resturants in […]