Downtown Providence is buzzing with events and activities this week, highlighted by the annual PVDFest festival on September 18-19. The city-wide celebration features live music, food vendors, drinks, and local crafts. A standout event is The Salon’s block par…
Farm Fresh Rhode Island is organizing two-hour gleaning trips this fall on farms throughout Rhode Island and nearby Massachusetts. These volunteer opportunities involve harvesting and packing fresh produce, which is then distributed to hunger relief agencies.…
Providence Place movie theater is set to undergo major upgrades aimed at enhancing the overall customer experience. The renovation plans include the installation of new seating to improve comfort for moviegoers. Additionally, the theater will expand its food a…
The Peach Cobbler Factory, a popular dessert shop known for its viral treats, has opened its first location in Rhode Island. The new store is located at the corner of Dean and Spruce streets in the historic Federal Hill neighborhood. This expansion marks the b…
Downtown Providence offers a lively lineup of events on September 10, 2026, marking the close of summer with engaging activities. The popular Movies on the Block series concludes with a free outdoor screening of "The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ri…
Downtown Providence offers a vibrant mix of activities beyond dining and drinking, making it a lively destination for locals and visitors alike. A recent roundup highlights nine unique experiences, such as the “Daily Spin” program at Murmur HiFi Lounge, karaok…
Rhode Island’s farming industry is experiencing notable growth, reversing decades of decline. Between 2017 and 2022, both the number of farms and farmland increased, driven by the nation’s highest percentage of new farmers. This expansion includes new infrastr…
The Sankofa World Market, held weekly on Wednesdays from 2pm to 6pm at Knight Memorial in the West End, celebrates local food, culture, and community through fresh produce, prepared foods, handmade goods, live music, and cooking demonstrations. It features spe…
Downtown Providence offers a variety of exciting activities and opportunities this week. Bolt Coffee is running a special promotion through August 30, donating $1 from every purchase of their “Americola” drink to Zero Foodprint, a nonprofit supporting regenera…
Good Neighbors Community Kitchen & Food Pantry, a volunteer-driven nonprofit in East Providence, is seeking volunteers to join its Board of Directors. The organization provides healthy food through two pantry locations and a community kitchen, serving thou…
Downtown Providence is buzzing with exciting events and new offerings this week. One highlight is the collaboration between local skate shop Civil and major brand New Balance, launching the Civil x NB 480 "Quahog" sneaker. This unique Rhode Island-themed shoe…
During the week of August 17 to August 23, 2026, Providence, RI, will be buzzing with summer energy as locals and visitors alike enjoy the warm weather. The city's vibrant streets will be alive with outdoor events, farmers' markets, and the sweet sounds of liv…
