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7 Not-to-Miss Holiday Events

We all know that the holidays can be stressful times. Between shopping for gifts for your second cousin's kid's nephew, and planning the perfect meal with all of the fixins (even lasagna for that one person who doesn't eat turkey), there seems to be no time to relax and enjoy the holiday spirit…

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A Sneak Peek Inside The Providence Flea Holiday Markets

The Providence Flea is holding its 11th Annual Holiday Markets starting Thanksgiving weekend with the first Night Market on Black Friday, Nov. 24 and following up on Sunday, Nov. 26, with markets every Friday night from 5:30–9:30 p.m. and every Sunday from 11 a.m.–3 p.m., through Dec. 17. Each…

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Holiday Hosting Like a Pro

One trend that has become increasingly popular in the past few years is called tablescaping. A byproduct of Southern hospitality, the idea is that when you entertain, you design your table around a theme, and use the most creative, interesting and high-quality items and foods to really wow your…

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Providence College Friars 2023/2024 Home Schedule

Providence College Friars men's basketball returns to the Amical Mutual Pavilion! The Friars are set to light up the court as they try their hand at making another run for March during the 2023–24 season. In addition to non-conference play, the Friars will host 10 BIG EAST Conference home games and…

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Dí​a de Los Muertos in Providence

Dí​a de Los Muertos is a Mexican tradition all about celebrating life and remembering our deceased loved ones. November 1–2 are considered to be the days where life on earth and life in the land of the dead come together. This is a time when the loved ones who have passed on return symbolically to…

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Spooky State House

Rhode Island’s stunning capital building will be the stage for the return of Spooky State House on Thursday, Oct. 26 from 5 to 7 p.m., hosted by Secretary of State Gregg M. Amore. This event is free and open to the public. Trick-or-treat at the Rhode Island State House, explore the building, meet…

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Gothic Rave Double Header: Roller Derby Returns to Providence

Making a spectacular return after a three-year hiatus, Providence Roller Derby presents the Gothic Rave Double Header on Saturday, Oct. 14, at the BankNewport City Center. Brought to you by Rhodium Rhode Island Spirits and Proclamation Ale Company, the excitement begins with Game 1 at 5 p.m. and…

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Rhode Island Comic Con 101

So, you just picked up a flyer for Rhode Island Comic Con and your first thought is "Rhode Island has its own comic con?" Surprise! Rhode Island Comic Con is celebrating its 11th anniversary and spans three buildings in Downtown Providence, including the Rhode Island Convention Center, Omni…

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October is RI Archaeology Month. Can You Dig It?

We've heard it called Rocktober, and even Socktober, but this year we're celebrating Archtober. Presented by the Rhode Island Historical Preservation & Heritage Commission (RIHPHC), Rhode Island Archaeology Month features a series of free events around the state, highlighting our rich archaeological…

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