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Cranston-Based Streetwear Brand BLQRUBY Plucks Inspo from Urban Art and Poetry

Partners and co-designers Cara Ferri and Jeremy King are hosting their first BLQRUBY fashion show on March 11 to display their clothing line’s latest collection.

Shaliyah Dixon,

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Get Your Poutine Fix at the Museum of Work and Culture's Poutine Indulgence Tour

The annual competition combines French culture in Rhode Island with our love of cheesy comfort food.

Lauren Clem,

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5 Things to Know About Sandy the Dog in "Annie" at PPAC

Besides Ellie Pulsifer starring as Annie, the other spotlight-stealer is Sandy, the fair-maned mutt that befriends the orphan.

Jamie Coelho,

Honor a Legacy at the Langston Hughes Community Poetry Reading

The free-to-all poetry bash celebrates its twenty-eighth year as a staple of the Providence arts scene.

Lauren Clem,

Kwanzaa Celebration, Close Up Of Family Lighting The Kinara Candle In Spirit Of Unity

Celebrate Kwanzaa in Newport with Sankofa Community Connection

The Newport-based organization is commemorating the African American and Pan-African holiday with food, storytelling and family activities open to all.

Lauren Clem,

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Join West Side Caroling In Spreading Holiday Cheer

Warm up your vocal chords as you go door-to-door singing carols with this holiday tradition.

Kerri Tallman,

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Bike the Newport Bridge (Virtually) This Weekend at Crossing the Pell

The virtual reality experience by Rhode Island School of Design students lets users bike the bridge on simulators — and give feedback for a future where it's really possible.

Lauren Clem,

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How to Get Your Weekend's Worth at the Block Island Holiday Stroll

Minimal crowds and a laid-back island vibe make the annual Block Island stroll, happening Nov. 25–27, Rhode Island's best-kept holiday secret.

Lauren Clem,

Rhode Island Filmmaker’s Jazz Documentary Dazzles at Regional Film Festivals

Catch "Omar Sosa’s 88 Well-Tuned Drums" at the Mystic Film Festival at Westerly's United Theatre on Saturday, October 22.

Lauren Clem,

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Connect With Downcity Through Puzzles, Pie and Entertainment

Puzlkind’s inaugural Puzzical Chairs and Pie Event connects generations and communities.

Kerri Tallman,