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Tickets on Sale NOW

The Providence Performing Arts Center (PPAC) is excited to announce that individual tickets for the Providence premiere of the first ever touring production of HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD will go on sale on Thursday, July 17 at 10A at the PPAC Box Office (220 Weybosset Street, Providence, RI), online at ppacri.org and by phone at 401.421.ARTS (2787). On Thursday, July 17, the PPAC Box Office will be open from 10A to 7:30P. Summer Box Office hours are in effect; they are Monday through Friday, 10A to 3P.

After playing extended engagements in Chicago, Los Angeles and Washington, D.C., the six-time Tony® Award-winning production will kick off the second year of its national tour at the Providence Performing Arts Center, playing a limited two-and-a-half-week engagement from Friday, September 19 through Saturday, October 4, 2025.

HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD opens PPAC’s 2025/2026 Broadway season and is part of the Broadway Series, sponsored by Taco and The White Family Foundation . 
PPAC’s pre-sale for HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD begins 48 hours from now, on Wednesday, July 9 at 10A and runs until 11:59P on Wednesday, July 16. Between today and Friday, July 11, sign up to receive emails from PPAC at ppacri.org/email and you will receive a pre-sale code the week of July 13th.

ABOUT HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD

Based on an original story by J.K. Rowling, Jack Thorne and John Tiffany, HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD is a play by Jack Thorne, directed by John Tiffany. 
HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD features movement by Steven Hoggett, set by Christine Jones, costumes by Katrina Lindsay, music & arrangements by Imogen Heap, lighting by Neil Austin, sound by Gareth Fry, illusions & magic by Jamie Harrison, music supervision & arrangements by Martin Lowe. US Casting by Jim Carnahan, CSA. 
HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD is produced by Sonia Friedman Productions, Colin Callender and Harry Potter Theatrical Productions. 

PHOTO: Matthew Murphy

Celebrating 40 Years!

The 40th Annual Charlestown Seafood Festival Announces 2025 Line Up of Food Vendors, Live Bands  & Entertainment 

The Charlestown Seafood Festival - named a “Top 100 Event in North America” and listed as one of 10 Best Summer Seafood Festivals in the Northeast - is thrilled to announce that the 40th Annual Charlestown Seafood Festival will be held this summer on August 1, 2, & 3, 2025 at Charlestown’s Ninigret Park in Rhode Island.  

The Seafood Festival is the biggest fundraiser for the Charlestown Chamber of Commerce. The funds raised by The Charlestown Seafood Festival are vital to the Chamber’s mission to support local businesses and boost tourism. 

“We are beyond excited to celebrate our 40th Annual Charlestown Seafood Festival in 2025! This event supports almost everything we do for the community. The Charlestown Seafood Festival is our primary fundraiser,” said Heather Paliotta, executive director of the Charlestown Chamber of Commerce and director of The Charlestown Seafood Festival. “We have a full list of incredible food vendors (most are long time repeat vendors with a handful of new ones).  We are excited to have Cousins Maine Lobster join us for the first time this year and Matunuck Oyster Bar will be back! Food vendors D & L Lobster and Kenyon’s Grist Mill have been with us since the beginning and we are thrilled to continue to have them join us to this day! Our daily live entertainment features live daily bands and lots of amusements – we are elated to announce Cushing Amusements as our new ride and game company; our beer, wine and hard seltzer tents will be filled with beer from Budweiser and craft breweries, wines & Prosecco and a variety of hard seltzers.  We are excited to continue to offer our kids zone, inside of the festival, with free activities for kids to include not only face painting, clowns, jugglers, and balloon twisters as well as games such as corn hole, ladder ball, sea horse ring toss, an ocean themed tic tac toe, checkers, big jenga, and a giant connect four.” 

The Charlestown Seafood Festival is a three-day event which attracts tens of thousand of people. Those interested in becoming a festival sponsor or a commercial vendor at the festival should contact Kimberly Poland at 401-743-7272 or email sponsorships@polandmediagroup.com. Sponsorship information, as well as vendor forms and details about the event are all listed on the festival’s website.

More About The 40th Annual Charlestown Seafood Festival

This year’s event marks the 40th anniversary of the Charlestown Seafood Festival. This family- and community-oriented “seafood extravaganza” is well renowned as the area’s one and only “original seafood festival.” We proudly invite everyone to come on down and partake in the various dining opportunities, the great musical entertainment, fireworks, a classic car show, amusements, onsite camping, crafters and much, much more.

Rhodes Islanders have long appreciated their closeness and connection to the Atlantic Ocean, Narragansett Bay, Block Island Sound, the coastal salt ponds and beautiful estuaries of Southern Rhode Island. We’re proud of our vibrant maritime roots and culture. The seafood industry, seafood dinning and all our coastal resources are an integral part of who we are and what we do. To be a resident of Rhode Island - “An Ocean-Stater” - is truly a state of mind and an experience to behold.  

A true Rhode Island experience, the Charlestown Seafood Festival, is proud to offer patrons the opportunity to dine on some of the freshest and most delicious native seafood from around the region. Each year this festival brings together a plethora of seafood harvesters and vendors, aquaculture growers, restaurateurs and concessionaires from up and down the east coast. Each day they steam up piles of fresh live native lobsters, prepare delicious lobster rolls, steam up baskets of succulent clams, steamers and mussels with corn, potatoes and butter, fry up bay and sea scallops, prepare Rhode Island’s official appetizer of calamari and much, much more. Exotic seafood including freshly boiled Cajun crawfish, Maryland style crab cakes, seafood jambalaya, and farm-raised alligator together with large Gulf shrimp and other delicious foods are all cooked for your dining pleasure onsite. Enjoy freshly harvested and locally grown littleneck clams and a variety of oysters cultivated in the salt ponds of South County. Dine on them served on the half-shell, chilled over ice with a wedge of lemon and your favorite cocktail sauce or vinaigrette. All while you take in the sights and sounds and enjoy the variety of entertainment. 

Dining opportunities also include festival favorites such as burgers and french-fries, hot dogs, clam chowder and clam cakes, fish chowder, corn on the cob, spiral potatoes, chicken and beef, fish and chips, sausage and pepper sandwiches, steak sandwiches, fried dough, ice cream and many other dessert choices. The food choices abound at this festival and you’re guaranteed to find something that tempts your palate. What goes better with seafood and BBQ than frosty draft beer and chilled wine? Multiple beverage choices available for purchase on site; you must be of legal drinking age and have a valid photographic ID. 

The Charlestown Seafood Festival offers patrons great outdoor musical entertainment. Your general event admission price includes non-stop concerts performed each day by a variety of musical talents including Doctor Brenda’s Rhythm Army, Whisky Knights Band and Mullett on Friday, August 1st. On Saturday, August 2nd come and enjoy the sounds of Purple Honey, The Senders, Raise Your Hands – a Bon Jovi Tribute Band and a true New England favorite, the awesome Dirty Deeds (AC/DC Tribute) for a night of classic rock that leads into our fireworks display that is not to be missed. Rounding out the weekend on Sunday, August 3rd enjoy Never Enuff, the ever popular swing sounds of Eight to the Bar, Fleetwood Heart and Take It To The Bridge. 

In addition to great dining, refreshments and concert events, the festival hosts a variety of craft vendors, a large carnival by all new ride and game provider - Cushing Amusements (ride special, ‘Ride all the Rides’ on Friday afternoon from noon to 5 p.m. -  August 1, 2025 for $35.00), an awesome mid-summer fireworks show on Saturday, August 2nd, 2025 at 9:00 PM (fireworks rain date Sunday, August 3rd, 2025), and, a classic car show on Sunday, August 3rd, 2025 starting at 11 AM.   

General, daily admission to the Charlestown Seafood festival is $13.00 for adults, children 10 and under free, Military (With ID) and Senior (65 & older) discount $10.00; parking is free (a $2.00 parking donation encouraged).  The event goes on daily rain-or-shine. Please keep pets at home. Self-contained RV camping is available on site. For more information and a detailed schedule of festival events and activates please log on to www.charlestownseafoodfestival.com  or contact Executive Director Heather Paliotta at (401) 364-4031.  

Write Rhode Island Launches Art and Writing Summer Program

This summer, young creatives will have the chance to explore their talents in a new and inspiring way. School One is proud to announce Write Rhode Island Creative Institute, a dynamic summer program designed for teens with a passion for visual art and creative writing.

Open to students ages 13–18, the program offers hands-on workshops led by professional artists and writers. With only 8-15 campers per session, students receive individualized attention and thrive in a supportive, collaborative environment.  This year, the Institute will host two sessions, July 28-August 1 and August 4-8. Students can attend one or both sessions. In both sessions students will develop original work, build their portfolios, and collaborate with peers in a supportive, studio-style environment.

“We created this program to give teens the time, space, and guidance to explore their creativity and individual voices,” said Diana Champa, Director of Literary Engagement and Program Director. “Whether they’re sketching, painting, journaling, or crafting short stories, every student will leave with a stronger sense of confidence and creativity.”

This year Write Rhode Island has added new classes like Travel Writing for Teens, LGBTQ Stories, Anime and Portraiture to returning favorites of Dungeons & Dragons, Pottery and Spoken Word Poetry.  The Write Rhode Island Creative Institute will host two sessions, July 28-August 1 and August 4-8. Program fee is $250 for a full week. Space is limited and registration is open.

For more information and to apply, visit https://school-one.org/literary-center/youth-writers/https-school-one-org-literary-center-youth-writers-summer-program/

PHOTO: Patrick Fore, Unsplash

Free performance of the Rhode Island Philharmonic Orchestra’s Summer Pops in the Park at the Roger Williams Park Temple to Music.

The event will be held on Wednesday, August 6, beginning at 7:30 pm. A rain date of August 7 will be held in the event of inclement weather. Attendees are encouraged to bring a chair or picnic blanket for an evening of fun under the stars.  

In addition to the concert, food trucks will be onsite at the Temple to Music serving local and global cuisine beginning at 6:00 pm. Concertgoers are welcome to arrive early to grab a bite and listen to the Philharmonic warm up prior to the show.

This year’s concert features a binge-worthy program of TV’s greatest theme songs. Concertgoers will recognize themes from shows like "The Simpsons," "Dallas," "Star Trek," and more, along with music from game shows and sports. The evening will end with our traditional performance of Tchaikovsky’s thrilling 1812 Overture. Grab your spot, sit back, and let the music take you on a nostalgic ride through TV’s most iconic moments! Conducted by audience favorite Troy Quinn, the 69-piece orchestra will play two 40-minute sets. 

“We’re thrilled to be back at Roger Williams Park this summer,” said David Beauchesne, the Philharmonic’s executive director. “At the Rhode Island Philharmonic Orchestra & Music School, we are dedicated to serving all who live in this great state through music, and one of the most powerful ways that we can do that is to get out into the community to perform.  We look forward to seeing record crowds and sharing some wonderful music together in the heart of Providence.” 

Wet Paint is Back!
Newport Art Museum Hosts A Celebration of Art, Creativity & Community

Newport Art Museum is thrilled to announce Wet Paint on Saturday, August 9, 2025, from 12 pm to 4 pm, bringing together artists, collectors, and art lovers for a day filled with creativity, connection, and celebration.
Now in its 32nd year and taking place across the Museum’s historic campus, this year’s event promises to restore some of Wet Paint’s most beloved traditions while introducing exciting new outdoor arts experiences.
The day is a culmination of weeks’ worth of community meet-ups where both professional and amateur artists enjoy and capture the beauty of Newport.
“In listening to our artists and our community, we’ve heard and responded to the call to bring back the core tenets and most memorable moments of Wet Paint,” said Danielle Ogden, artistic director at Newport Art Museum. “This year, we’re leaning into that—embracing what makes Wet Paint so special, from outdoor ‘Plein air’ painting and live demonstrations to reviving the thrilling live auction, where collectors can engage directly with the fresh, vibrant works created for this event, forging deeper connections between artists and the community.”

Artistic Energy Leading to the Main Event
In the weeks leading up to Wet Paint, the City of Newport transforms into an open-air studio. These activities take place at some of Newport’s most scenic and historic locations, offering the public a chance to engage with the artistic process firsthand. Inspired by artist-founder Helena Sturtevant’s love of painting en plein air (French for “in the open air”), the Museum arranged outdoor art-making meet-ups ahead of the main event on August 9, including:

Plein Air Painting at Sachuest Point, July 23, 5 - 7 pm.
Family Art Workshop on the Museum Lawn, August 1, 2 - 5 pm.

Annual Dominican Cultural & Music Festival of Rhode Island

The Annual Dominican Cultural Parade will take place on Sunday, August 10th, starting time-10:00 am. The parade will begin at the intersection of Thurbers and Broad Street. Participants will start marching from Thurbers Avenue in a southerly direction on Broad Street to the entrance of Roger Williams Park. The Music Festival, Grand Marshals Award and Public Officials presentations will begin at 12noon until 7 pm.

This year’s event theme: “A Tribute to Diversity ”

This year we are proud to announce our special guest at the Dominican Festival & Parade, Alex Bueno, guitarist and singer merengue from Dominican Republic.

Parade grand marshals: Honorable Sabina Matos, Rhode Island Lieutenant Governor, Maria Torres, M.Ed, Educator  Providence Schools Teacher of the Year 2025, Deborah Gonzalez, Esq, Director of Immigration Law Clinic and Professor at Roger Williams College, Grace Gonzalez Advocate and Marketing Director at Neighborhood Health Plan of Rhode Island and Axel Thomas, Artist, Advocate  Arts and Culture. Our grand marshals demonstrate exemplary leadership in their respective fields.

The Dominican Festival performance headliners , international artist Alex Bueno,  Felix Almanzar, Angelo, Eddy Eddy, EFXTO, JAVIER with 15 additional music  performers.

The Dominican Cultural Parade and Music Festival is organized by Quisqueya in Action, a nonprofit organization with a mission to preserve the traditional values of the Dominican community in Rhode Island.   

The event comes together with the participation of over 250 youth performers from different local organizations, summer camps, sports leagues, and dance and modeling academies. The groups focus their performances on folkloric and theatrical carnival themes. The parade will include floats from different countries, Latino organizations, colorful folkloric dancers, and more. 

For three decades, the quality of the event and attendance rank the Dominican Parade & Music Festival of Rhode Island as one of the most important Hispanic events in New England.

Our annual community festival is possible due to the financial generosity of our donors:

Ocean State Bluegrass Festival slated for August 15-17, 2025

Frerichs Farm, Warren to host the event

Bluegrass fans and pickers: mark your calendar for the Ocean State Bluegrass Festival to be held Friday, August 15th through Sunday, August 17th  at Frerichs Farm, 65 Kinnicutt Ave., Warren, Rhode Island. The event is sponsored by the Rhode Island Bluegrass Alliance (RIBA) with generous support from The Carter Fund at the Rhode Island Foundation.

The event includes jamming for bluegrass musicians throughout the weekend, an open mic on Friday night, workshops and a show featuring four bluegrass bands on Saturday, a Band Scramble on Sunday, and jamming, camping, and food throughout the weekend.

The following bands will perform on Saturday night: Eugene Tyler Band, J.M. Clifford Band, Four Bridges, and Rusty Rails.

On Sunday there will be a Band Scramble, a tradition at bluegrass festivals. In a Band Scramble, anyone who plays an instrument (at any level) is invited to participate. Participants put their names in a bucket for the instrument they wish to play. Names are drawn to make up bands that may include a bass, a banjo, a mandolin, a fiddle, a guitar, a dobro and singers. These impromptu bands will come up with a few songs that they will perform on stage.

Tickets: tickets may be purchased on the RIBA website.

Festival + Camping ticket ($40) - includes one camping space for the duration of the event (Friday evening through Sunday afternoon) and all activities, workshops and show admission for one person, and parking for one vehicle (one RV or one car, if camper or tent camping) at the camp site. Additional people staying at the same camp site must purchase a Festival ticket and additional vehicles are $5 and must park in the parking field. Dry camping only (no water or electrical hookups available).

Festival ticket ($30) - includes all activities, workshops and show admission for one person. Does not include camping or parking. Admission is free for children 14 years old and younger.

Parking is $5 per vehicle, per day (collected on-site). Note: If you are camping, parking for one RV or one car is included in your Festival + Camping ticket.

Tickets can be purchased online by credit card or PayPal. Tickets may also be purchased at the gate by cash, check, credit card or PayPal.

SCHEDULE

Friday - Gates open at 4:00 pm. Activities include jamming, an open mic, and camping. Food will be available.

Saturday - Workshops start at 12:00 noon. Jamming all day. The bluegrass show, which starts at 5:00 pm, will feature three bands: Eugene Tyler Band, J.M. Clifford Band, and Four Bridges. Food will be available.

Sunday - Activities start at 11:00 am and will include an instructional jam, Band Scramble, jamming, raffles. Food will be available.

SATURDAY'S BAND LINE-UP

Eugene Tyler Band -  Indie-bluegrass trio Eugene Tyler Band is a road band, cutting their teeth on the bluegrass festival circuit and clubs across the northeast. But their newest record, Low It Goes, captures the free-wheeling intensity of those live shows and showcases the cathartic, irreverent songwriting that has won them fans all over the country.
J.M. Clifford Band - J.M. Clifford is a singer-songwriter and music educator from Brooklyn, NY.  His music draws on Bluegrass, Folk and Americana.  Clifford’s debut record, “On a Saturday Night,” was featured in The Bluegrass Situation and received rave reviews from Bluegrass Today and Holler Country.  
Four Bridges - A New England-based bluegrass band, Four Bridges has performed together since 2013. From fast-paced, hard-hitting bluegrass to sultry and down-home country music, Four Bridges Bluegrass Band encompasses a wide range of traditional sounds that burn with their own vibe.
Rusty Rails - Rusty Rails Bluegrass Band is a group of five experienced musicians playing traditional and modern bluegrass music.

WHAT TO BRING

Bring a lawn chair for the show, a picking chair and your instrument(s) if you will be jamming, bug spray, sunscreen, rain gear, and a flashlight. If you are camping, it is dry camping only. Food and soft drinks will be available, but you are welcome to bring your own.

The festival will be held rain or shine.

PHOTO: Gabriel Gurrola, Unsplash

Lippitt House Museum’s Concerts in the Garden Return 

This August, visitors are invited to enjoy two Sunday afternoons of live music in the garden of the historic Lippitt House Museum, one of Providence’s most beautiful outdoor settings. Bring a blanket or chair, relax by the fountain, and take in performances by two standout local artists. 

Presented as part of the Hunter Music Series and supported by Compass Real Estate, this annual event celebrates the local arts and the charm of summer in Providence.. 

On August 17, singer-songwriter Polly Bessette takes the stage. A 2024 Motif Music nominee, Bessette is known for her poetic lyrics and thoughtful, heartfelt style. Her original songs offer an intimate, emotional experience that resonates with listeners. She returns to Lippitt House after a popular debut at last year’s Porchfest. 

The following Sunday, August 24, will feature the return of Becky Bass, a two-time New England Urban Music Award winner. With her jazz-infused Caribbean soul and signature steel pan, Bass brings high energy and irresistible warmth that delight audiences of all ages. 

“These concerts are such a joyful way for neighbors to come together, connect, and celebrate the incredible musical talent we have right here in our small state,” said Jane Bird, Museum Associate at Lippitt House. “They reflect the spirit of community that is central to our mission.” 

Both concerts will be from 4:00 – 5:00 PM, with doors opening at 3:30 PM. Tickets are $8 in advance and $10 at the door, and free for children 12 and under. EBT Cardholders (SNAP recipients) are admitted free. Tickets and more information are available at www.LippittHouse.org. 

9th SEASON OPENING

CHAMBER MUSIC CONCERT

Sunday, August 24, 2025 at 3 p.m.

St. John’s Episcopal Church, 191 County Road, Barrington, RI

Four musical ensembles comprised of members and friends of The Chamber Orchestra of Barrington at St. John’s will be presenting a chamber music concert on Sunday, August 24 at 3 p.m.—two brass quintets, two duos: violin/piano and flute/clarinet will delight us with their talents!  Plus, our new Music Director, Luis Viquez - also an accomplished clarinetist - will be performing!  Please join us for the opening of COBSJ’s 9th season with a wonderful afternoon of chamber music!

To donate to the Chamber Orchestra of Barrington at St. John’s, visit www.cobsj.org/donate

Please consider bringing a canned food item for St. John’s Outreach Program

FREE ADMISSION, patrons are encouraged to pay what you can

PVD Food Truck Events 11th Season 

PVD Food Trucks is thrilled to unveil the schedule for its 11th season, which promises an exciting lineup of food truck gatherings, live music, and family-friendly activities.

All events are free to attend—just pay for what you eat and drink—and are set in iconic locations across Rhode Island and Massachusetts. These events offer an unmatched community experience featuring the best local food trucks, musicians, and a wide selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages from Good Vibes Bevs.

Food Truck Friday returns in April and continues weekly through September. 

Hosted at Roger Williams Park Carousel Village in Providence, the event features a rotating lineup of over 75 local food trucks, live music, and family-friendly attractions including Hasbro’s Boundless Playground, carousel rides, and train rides (additional fee). Guests are encouraged to bring lawn chairs or blankets and settle into one of the 20+ picnic areas or shaded grassy spaces throughout the park. It’s a festive, can’t-miss tradition in the heart of Providence.

2025 Season Highlights Include:

Warwick Food Truck Nights at Crowne Plaza

Starting April 17th, with monthly visits through October at Crowne Plaza's Great Lawn in Warwick. Enjoy the expansive grassy area and find your perfect spot to enjoy the evening with family and friends.

Food Truck Concert Nights at Diamond Hill Park, Cumberland

Begins April 24th (Thursday) and continues monthly. Savor the experience amidst the scenic beauty of the park, near water features, gentle hills, and natural spaces.

Food Truck Roll Back to Richmond

Kicks off May 8th (Thursday). Monthly Thursday evening gatherings roll into Richmond with a delicious variety of local vendors.

Food Trucks & Concerts at Chase Farm, Lincoln

Memorial Day Monday, May 26th and select Saturdays throughout the summer. Experience the tranquil charm of Lincoln’s historic farm, and find a seat in its grassy natural amphitheater.

Food Truck Sunsets at New England Safe Harbor Boatworks, Portsmouth

Begins June 21st (Saturday) and continues on select Saturdays. A delightful evening surrounded by water and scenic boatyard views—the perfect setting for a picturesque night.

Food Trucks at Johnston Memorial Park

Starting June 5th (Thursday), with additional dates throughout the season. Relax and recharge in the heart of Johnston with good food and good company.

Assembly of Food Trucks in Burrillville

Kicks off June 29th (Sunday) and continues on select Sundays. Set against the Nipmuc River and the cascading dam of Harrisville Pond, it’s a scenic destination filled with flavor.

For the complete 2025 season schedule and to see the full list of participating food trucks, visit:

www.FoodTrucksIn.com/food-truck-events
http://www.FoodTrucksIn.com/pvd-food-truck-events

PHOTO: Courtesy of FoodTrucksIn

The Pawtucket Farmers Market Extends Stay at Jordan's Jungle

The Pawtucket Farmers Market is excited to announce that it will continue at Jordan’s Jungle and expand to include outdoor food trucks, workshops, and new farms.

Building on the success of its winter season at Jordan’s Jungle, the market will now transition into a dynamic indoor-outdoor experience, offering fresh local goods, artisan products, and community-focused programming. Market-goers can expect a rotating selection of vendors and exciting new additions each week. Confirmed vendors include:

Mother Hen Bakery

Eutopia Homesteads

Under the Sun Farm

Seymour Foods

Spoon and Board

Carsner and Co Infused Honey

Spicy Cat

Happy Hops Farm

Dee’s Little Sweets

Zenacious Rootz

Mason & Twine

And more!

The Pawtucket Farmers Market continues its commitment to food equity. The market is a proud year-round participant in Farm Fresh’s Double Up Food Bucks program for SNAP users. In addition, the market will continue as a Senior and WIC Farmers Market Nutrition Program market for the summer 2025 season, enabling recipients to redeem their benefits on eligible products from eligible vendors, such as Carsner & Co Infused Honey and Eutopia Homesteads.

In addition to the expanded market experience, the Pawtucket Farmers Market Association will host an Earth Day Cleanup on April 19th, inviting the community to come together and help beautify the area while supporting sustainability efforts.

“We are thrilled to continue at Jordan’s Jungle and introduce exciting new elements to the market,” said Lisa Kellogg, Market Director. “With new vendors and workshops, we are further enhancing the experience for both our community and the local businesses we support.”

The Pawtucket Farmers Market Association, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, remains committed to fostering connections between local farmers, makers, and the community. This extension marks a significant milestone in its mission to provide a welcoming, year-round marketplace for local businesses and shoppers alike.

The Pawtucket Farmers Market gladly welcomes new vendors looking for a supportive and community-driven space to showcase their products. Whether you’re a farmer, artisan, or food producer, the market provides a fantastic opportunity to connect with local customers and grow your business.

Location:
Jordan’s Jungle
545 Pawtucket Ave, Pawtucket, RI 02860
Market Hours:
Every Friday starting April 11th (excluding Friday, July 4th)
4:30 PM – 7:30 PM

For more information, visit http://www.pawtucketfarmersmarket.com or follow @pawtucketfarmersmarket on social media for vendor highlights and event updates.

Fall for Lucy’s Hearth

Thursday, October 16, 6:00 PM-9:00 PM

Newport Art Museum

Fall for Lucy’s Hearth is an unforgettable evening dedicated to ending family homelessness in Rhode Island, bringing together community leaders, advocates, and supporters for a night of inspiration and impact.

This signature fundraiser directly supports Lucy’s Hearth, a nonprofit that provides emergency shelter, transitional housing, and essential services to families working toward stability and independence. Guests will enjoy a vibrant atmosphere, powerful stories of resilience, exciting auction packages, and the opportunity to make a tangible difference in the lives of parents and children who need it most. Join us for a night of giving, connection, and hope—because every family deserves a place to call home.

Comedian JO KOY announced today that the fall leg of his JO KOY:

JUST BEING KOY TOUR will include a stop at the Providence Performing Arts Center on Friday, October 17 at 8 P.M. 

Tickets start at $59.50 (inclusive of all applicable ticketing fees) and will be available at ppacri.org, the PPAC Box Office window (220 Weybosset Street, Providence, RI 02903), and by phone at 401.421.ARTS (2787). Please note that prices are subject to change without notice. The PPAC Box Office window and phone hours are Monday through Friday, 10 A.M. to 5 P.M.; Saturday, 10 A.M. to 2 P.M.; and two hours prior to curtain time(s) on show days.

As one of today’s premier stand-up comedians, JO KOY has come a long way from his modest beginnings performing in a Las Vegas coffee house. Jo’s uniquely relatable comedy draws inspiration from his colorful family, connecting with all kinds of people, and has translated into sold-out arenas around the world.

The comedian continues to be one of the top 10 grossing stand-up comedians each year, according to Pollstar and Billboard. For more info on his comedy, book and tour dates, please visit: Jokoy.com.

GOOSE ANNOUNCES GOOSEMAS 2025 12TH ANNUAL CELEBRATION 

Goose has unwrapped plans for its 12th annual Goosemas holiday celebration, set for December 12-13 at Providence, RI’s Amica Mutual Pavilion. Presale sign-ups are available now at www.goosetheband.com/tour