Since the passing of the legendary Betty White on December 31, 2021, there has been a huge movement to make her 100th birthday a special day. Betty was a passionate animal rights activist, serving on the Los Angeles Zoo's board for more than 50 years, advocating for the ASPCA and much more. “Betty…
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The winter freeze is here, but Providence Restaurant Weeks will warm you up. Here are 5 reasons why you should check out Providence Restaurant Weeks! The meals are wicked awesome You'll be treated to some great deals and amazing meals. That's the whole point of Restaurant Weeks! Sample some new…
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One of Providence's most popular attractions comes in the form of 12 spinning circular carts full of fun at the BankNewport City Center. Now, I know when you hear "bumper cars" you think of the carnival fun of crashing into your best friend (or younger sibling), but now you'll think of ice and…
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With the holidays comes plenty of cooking, and a fair amount of frustration. If you're looking to kick up your feet and have someone else cook for you this holiday season, we have a list of restaurants that are open for the 2021–22 holiday season. Some of them are even offering to-go orders and…
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Halloween is the spookiest and best time in the city! Whether you're looking to dress up like a ghoul and head to a party or go for a fun stroll on the city's wicked side, there's something for everyone to do in and around Providence on Halloween…
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Rhode Island Comic Con is returning to Providence. The Rhode Island Convention Center and Dunkin' Donuts Center will be filled with some amazing celebrities and personalities for this year's event, which runs from Nov. 5–7. Here's a list of nine not-to-miss celebrities to check out while you're at…
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The air is getting cooler and the days are getting shorter. Fall is in the air and that means Halloween is just around the corner. Get pumped up for the best holiday out there by checking out this Wicked Halloween Playlist! Rock out to great hits like "Thriller," "Bark at the Moon" and, of course…
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Don't miss the Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular this Halloween season as it returns to Roger Williams Park Zoo from September 30 through October 31. A true one-of-a-kind experience for audiences of all ages, this year’s theme will take you through musical history, while you enjoy thousands of intricately…
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The Columbus Day Weekend Festival returns to Federal Hill Oct. 8–11, 2021, presented by the Federal Hill Commerce Association. Don’t miss this festival full of amazing food, savory pastries, live entertainment, games, rides and, of course, the much-anticipated annual parade. This year’s festival…
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Fall is almost here and with it comes the apple- and pumpkin-picking season. Plenty of people like to pick their own fruit, and the fall season is the best time to do so with the crisp weather and changing leaves…
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