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Wickenden Street Makers Market is Saturday
The Wickenden Street Makers Market is set to take over the streets on Saturday, April 26, from 11a.m. to 6 p.m. They will feature more   50 local artists and small businesses showcasing their … more
Imago presents Ed Shea in 'I Am My Own Wife'
Imago Foundation for the Arts (IFA) will present Ed Shea performing Doug Wright’s Pulitzer and Tony-award-winning play, “I am My Own Wife,” at Imago Gallery, on Friday, April 25 and … more
Annual Driving Miss Daffy Parade returns to Newport
The Audrain Automobile Museum, in partnership with Newport Daffodil Days, invites everyone to the 11th annual Driving Miss Daffodil Parade — a joyful tribute to the 1,200,000 daffodils that … more
Norman Bird Sanctuary hosting a City Nature Challenge
Norman Bird Sanctuary is hosting a City Nature Challenge  (CNC) this weekend. Whether you're an experienced naturalist or a beginner, the CNC is a chance to get outside, explore, and … more
Fogland cleanup is Saturday in Tiverton
Volunteer groups are partnering to clean up the Fogland area of Tiverton on Saturday, April 26, from 10 to 11 a.m. Join as they plog (jog and pick up trash). This event is free and all are welcome to … more
Family Arbor Day Tree Trek at Blithewold
Blithewold is hosting a Family Arbor Day Tree Trek with Connie Ganley on Saturday, April 26 (rain date April 27), from 10 a.m. to noon. Visitors should meet at the Visitors Center Bring the … more
Earth Day cleanup is Saturday in Portsmouth
The Portsmouth Conservation Commission in partnership with Litter-Free Rhode Island will sponsor an Earth Day Clean-up on Saturday April 26, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at The Glen Brown House, Linden … more
Newport Live hosts South African Freedom Day Celebration
Experience an extraordinary evening with legendary South African saxophonist McCoy Mrubata and his new sextet Siyabulela at the beautiful Casino Theatre. A living legend of South African jazz, … more
A Froggy Night Hike with Audubon
Audubon’s Caratunk Wildlife Refuge in Seekonk is host for a Froggy Night Hike this Friday, April 25, from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Spend the evening with Audubon and discover which frogs are active … more
An extreme high tide in October 2024 completely flooded an access road at Gull Cove, off Route 24.
Coastal photos needed of Saturday’s king tide
Get your cameras ready! Extreme high tides will return to Rhode Island coastlines on Saturday, April 26, at 7:33 p.m.   The University of Rhode Island is asking Rhode Islanders to join … more
Visitors participate in sanding and prepping a rain barrel for painting at last year’s rain barrel event in Barrington.
Gardeners have the best dirt
The smell of dirt is intoxicating. It is said to be a natural antidepressant. It’s spring, and it’s Earth Month — the perfect time to get dirty. The Eastern Rhode Island … more
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Rosanna Ortiz (left), president of RMO Public Relations and Kristen Adamo (right), president and CEO of the Providence Warwick Convention and Visitors Bureau, share a glass of wine at the Reserve on Dorrance in Providence — one of the many venues hosting their upcoming culinary and wine event in the city. 
Food and wine, more food and more wine … 
Some people just want to sit down. Rhode Island’s foodie culture calls for more than just chain restaurants and drive-throughs that cater to the fast-paced, on-the-go lifestyle many have … more
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Lisa Raiola, Hope & Main president and founder
Business Expo features two prominent business leaders
One of those “Wouldn’t it be nice if …” moments will soon become a real-life moment when the 2025 East Bay Business Expo arrives at Roger Williams University next week. … more
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Vincent Moretti, the head docent shows off one of the cars in the museum.
The fast and the curious 
Falling asleep on the job is typically a fireable offense. Maybe that’s why office chairs tend to have wheels — so no one gets too comfortable. A more comfortable chair might invite a … more
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Nora Barre stands in front of POP! — this year’s main feature of the Lumina Winter Festival.
Winter lights up   
There aren’t many times when it is appropriate to scream. However, a local display of puppets in downtown Providence actually invites people to do just this. People of all age groups are … more
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Annual 5k beach race benefits Mt. Hope High indoor track program
The Mt. Hope High School indoor track and field team's annual "I'd Rather Be Indoor" 5k run/walk steps off Sunday morning, Dec. 8, at Bristol Town Beach. The race starts at 10:30 a.m. Organizers … more
Warren Holiday Festival lights up the downtown this weekend
The Warren Holiday Festival readies its 36th annual edition for its traditional place on the community calendar, the weekend after Thanksgiving, with the usual anticipation of seasonal cheer being … more
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Thrive Outside's mud runs have been the source of great family fun in the past few years. Can you escape from having to trek through the mud pits this year?
The 'Great Mud Escape' is this Saturday at Frerich's Farm
For their sixth annual fundraiser, Thrive Outside has reimagined the popular Mud Run which has become an annual staple in the region to challenge not just your physical stamina, but your mental agility as well. more
New to the Bristol tour this year is the spectacular DeWolf-Guiteras House on High Street.
Bristol House Tour will open 12 private homes next month
The Bristol Historical & Preservation Society is holding its House Tour 2024 on Saturday, Sept. 21, when 12 private homes, some of which have not been open for more than 25 years, will be … more
Julia Tomilson dances to music by Joe Bruce and friends during the 6th annual Warren Folks Fest in 2022.
How the Warren Folks Fest grew into 'RI's Best' local festival
The 8th annual Warren Folks Fest is right on the horizon, and the celebration of local music, art, food, and drink was recently named best local festival by "Rhode Island Monthly". more
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Zachary Lachapelle (left), 3, pictured with his brothers, Teddy and Mason, is currently going through treatment at Hasbro Children’s Hospital after being diagnosed with B Cell Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia in mid-July.
Warren Community Night Out to benefit 3-year-old with leukemia
A family-friendly, free event on Aug. 15 at Burr's Hill Park will also help benefit a local family that recently received a devastating diagnosis. more
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Warren Firefighters Memorial is this Sunday
The commemorative event begins at 8 a.m. at St. Mary of the Bay Church and continues with a parade through the downtown. more
This concept design shows every element that the district hopes can be included in the final design for the outdoor learning space at Kickemuit Middle School. However, the amount of features that can ultimately be included in the space will depend on how much money can be raised on top of the $100,000 RIDE grant funding the project.
Fundraiser to be held Sunday for KMS Outdoor Learning Zone
Mount Hope Farm will host a family fun day to raise money to help build the new outdoor learning zone at Kickemuit Middle School. more
Warren to recognize two Memorial Day observances this weekend
Ceremonies will begin on Sunday, May 26 at 9:00 a.m. honoring a Vietnam Veteran, and continue at 7:45 a.m. on Monday, Memorial Day, with Naval Honors at the Town Wharf, followed by a speaking program and parade. more
The Massasoit Historical Association is one of the local museums participating in Museum Day on May 18.
A celebration of local museums is coming soon to Warren
Historic Warren, a collaborative of Warren’s museum and historical agencies, will celebrate Museum Day on Saturday, May 18, from 12 to 4 p.m. Local museums will open their doors to the public for exhibits, tours, and demonstrations. more
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