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Through October, Hearthside Explores Life After Death

The museum investigates nineteenth-century customs following death and the afterlife with fall exhibits and events.

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The Story Behind the Avenue Concept’s Painted Utility Boxes in Providence

Artists of color were commissioned to paint utility boxes on the South Side and downtown.

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Rhody Maker: Shirley Bell of Shirley Bell Designs

The Jamestown-based watercolor artist has been painting for thirty-five years and sells her work in gift shops throughout the country.

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Journey Around the City During the 10-Spot Ride with Bike Newport

Pedal through ten different spots around the City by the Sea and admire the ambience of each location.

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Rhody Maker: Alisa Kelley of SeaAndStable

A Barrington-based crafter beachcombs for shells and turns them into pretty decor.

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Headmaster Magazine Returns with Issue Dedicated to Queer and Queer-Friendly Artists

The magazine is finally publishing its ninth issue — the first issue since 2017 — with original projects from ten queer and queer-friendly artist collaboratives and collectives.

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Newport Gallery Night 2021 Continues in August

A map will guide visitors through some of Newport's best art galleries and provide a discount from a supporting restaurant.

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Gift Box Celebrates and Supports Providence-Based Artists

A limited run of 100 gift boxes feature the works of eighteen local artists and arts organizations.

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Rhody Maker: Artist Michael Pekala Creates Rich Nature-Inspired Paintings on Fabric

The West Warwick-based painter also wrote a children’s book inspired by his young daughter and her love for animals.

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WaterFire Providence Returns for the 2021 Season

Starting September 4, WaterFire Providence’s full and partial lightings will resume, celebrating a variety of people and anniversaries.

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What Cheer Writers Reflect on Reopening at Emergence: An Open Air Showcase

Rhode Island writers will reflect on the theme of “emergence” in front of Natalia Rak’s "Adventure Time" mural in downtown Providence.

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7 Great Summer Festivals in Rhode Island

Mark your calendar for our favorite summer events.

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newportFILM Presents Documentary “To Which We Belong”

Catch a flick at the latest newportFILM viewing and show off your picnic spread skills on July 29.

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Spend Two Sunday Afternoons at the Summer Concerts in the Lippitt House Museum Garden

Celebrate the first two weeks of August during the Summer Sunday Concerts in the Lippitt House garden.

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Rhode Island Foundation Offers $25,000 Grants to Local Writers

MacColl Johnson Fellowships helps local writers reach the next level.

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Escape (and Smile) with Ron and Jen’s Great Escape

A new podcast from two veteran Rhode Island broadcasters puts a fun spin on news and current events.

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Vibe Out to a Variety of Summer Concerts at Garden City Center

Music genres including funk, soul, reggae, doo wop and more can be enjoyed and danced to by the Gazebo at Garden City Center.

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Wickford Appliance Challenged Public to Watch Ice Melt, Guess and Win

The store asked customers to predict the day, hour and minute that the ice sculpture at the Pawtucket store will melt for a chance to win a high-end Weber grill.

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Wickford Art Festival Ready to Bring Fine Artists Back to Wickford

After being cancelled for the first time in fifty-seven years last summer due to COVID-19, the festival is set to take place Saturday, July 10, and Sunday, July 11.

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See Live Performances at Levitt AMP Woonsocket Music Series

Thirteen local acts will perform throughout this ten-week series, funded by NeighborWorks Blackstone River Valley (NWBRV).

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The Providence Fringe Festival FringePVD is Extending to Two Weeks

The Wilbury Theatre Group's FringePVD with feature in-person and online performances at ten different venues and a mobile flatbed stage.

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Rhody Maker: Olena Kagui of Oddity Cart

Kagui crafts earrings for every occasion, taking silly accessories seriously.

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Rhode Islander Johnny Showcase Performs on America’s Got Talent

In the worlds of theater and music, Showcase found a way to combine his talents and create something sensational.

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Rhody Maker: Artist Toby Sisson Finds Meaning in Abstraction

The Providence-based abstract artist, whose recent work explores race and identity in America, revels in the gray areas.

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Culture Vultures: RISD Museum in Providence Reopens June 13

The venerable arts institution invites the public to return for summer hours and free admission days.

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Catch “Dolores Goes to Poetry City,” Wilbury Theatre’s Evocative New Outdoor Play

The spritely world premiere by playwright in residence, Darcie Dennigan, is based on the poetry of Farnoosh Fathi.

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Pedal For Patino and Pancreatic Cancer During the Charity Bike Ride Event

The fourth annual charity bike ride in Bristol helps raise funds to support pancreatic cancer research and bring awareness to the hospitality industry.

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Providence Public Library Launches the RI LGBTQ+ Community Archive

This is the first public community archives initiative to collect and provide access to the stories, as well as the social, cultural and political history of LGBTQ+ people in Rhode Island.

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Providence GPub To Reopen Outdoor Beer Garden on June 4

Sip cold beer and pub fare all summer long at this gastropub’s outdoor beer garden.

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Boogie Down at Providence Rink Roller Disco Thursdays and Fridays

Live music starts at 6 p.m. every Thursday and Friday, and there are different performances each week by different artists.

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PVD Food Truck Events Kicks Off the Season in Rhode Island

More than fifty food trucks will participate in food truck nights across Rhode Island.

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The Guild PVD Popup Beer Garden Opens on the Pedestrian Bridge

The beer garden is located in the Providence Innovation District Park, where guests can sip craft beer and seltzer brewed by the Guild Brewing Company while noshing on food truck fare.

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